We flew in to CR from LA for a wedding. We landed early and grabbed some coffees only. Vibes were…read moredope so we came back the next day for breakfast. BOMB!! And not good Mexican food for Iowa, good food in general. We had the chilaquiles with carnitas

Food and drinks are pretty solid. But after ordering CEVICHE and immediately being told it'll take…read more30 minutes was laughable. Why do servers announce how long regular food will take here in Iowa. Dramaaaa. To the chef and management: It doesn't take 30 minutes to make ceviche and saying that made us not order it.

Service was great very attentive. Very clean and colorful environment. The food was great!! We will…read morebe back for sure.

Gym girl approved. Bulk season certified. Cardio optional…read more Listen. If you're counting macros... maybe don't open MyFitnessPal before reading this. Because Rio Burritos said: Protein? Yes. Cheese? Also yes. Portion control? Absolutely not. And honestly? Respect. The Birria Tacos (aka post-workout happiness) These tacos are CRISPY. Like audible crunch. Golden, juicy, stuffed with slow-cooked beef that tastes like it's been marinating in flavor since 1997. And the consommé??? You dip it and suddenly you understand why people fall in love too fast. Served with: Mexican rice (carb loading but make it elite) Refried beans with melted cheese (fiber... we're calling it balance) A lime wedge for aesthetic health Would I eat this after leg day? Yes. Would I eat this before leg day? Also yes. The Smothered Burrito (aka the villain arc meal) It comes out sizzling like it's announcing its presence. Completely drowned in melted cheese. Sauce everywhere. Zero shame. You cut into it and it's just layers of juicy meat, sauce, and chaos. This is not a "cute little lunch." This is a "cancel your plans and commit" situation. Foodie Influencer Notes: Portions are HUGE (shareable but do you really want to?) Flavor is bold, rich, and comforting Not watered down, not bland, not pretending to be healthy This is real, messy, satisfying food Gym Girl Verdict: Is it high protein? Yes. Is it high calorie? Also yes. Is life about balance? Absolutely. You can meal prep chicken and rice all week... but sometimes you need birria dipped in consommé while telling yourself "this is for muscle growth." Final Rating: 9/10 - would absolutely earn this on the StairMaster again.

One of the best stops in town. I have never been disappointed with the food no matter what I order…read morehere and they are all so friendly. My go-to is the Northern Montana scramble. Great atmosphere in a historic old home with lots of outdoor seating and shops.

Cute little diner that we found for brunch while in town for a wedding. Very warm and friendly…read moreservice. Outside was perfect weather for sitting on the patio. We were recommended the breakfast hash. Was a little heart broken that the biscuit and gravy was only served on the weekends. 10/10 would recommend in you find yourself in Cedar Rapids.

A pay‑it‑forward cafe where you can order breakfast or lunch, and your tip helps cover a meal for…read moresomeone who otherwise couldn't afford one. This place gets five stars just based their mission, and you can see it in action when you visit. My favorite dishes are the Phil's Philly with a side salad, the Philly Omelet, and their Bread Pudding. I had the Phil's Philly weekly for one month the first time I tried it since it was sooooo good. They also have a room next door available to rent for special events.

This place has a great atmosphere, amazingly friendly staff and really good food. What more can I…read moresay!!!!

Great family owned and operated café, they have really good food and of course really good coffee…read more Very unique set up in terms of location. Service is always great. I like the vibe of this place. I just hope they bring back their chicken sandwiches and cheeseburgers. they are in a process of adding things to their menu, but don't let that scare you away.

Highly Recommend This Place to Everyone. Great Coffee, Excellent Food, Unique Atmosphere. Family…read moreOwned.

This place deserves every great review they've gotten!…read more Driving through Iowa on a road trip and found this on Yelp. We were a little confused how to get in - the entrance is actually inside the Ace Hardware. There's no seating inside, but there are a few tables outside. Probably the best sandwiches we've ever had! My husband had the pastrami and corned beef. I had the hoisin roast beef wrap. So good! And make sure you get the homemade cookies!

Today I grabbed the Cobb wrap and it was delicious. This is my favorite thing on the menu. I…read morereally love this place. They use the freshest ingredients and everything always tastes absolutely amazing.

Great ice cream, good service. My fave is the Eskimo chocolate and coconut. July flavor of the…read moremonth is cotton candy. Lots of choices. It's relaxing to sit in rocking chairs under ceiling fans and people and traffic watch.

I've driven past this nostalgic little spot so many times and I finally stopped -- and wow, totally…read moreworth it. It was a cloudy, kind of chilly day, but that didn't stop us from ordering two scoops: lemon cheesecake (bright, creamy, and tangy in the best way) and Eskimo Kisses (think moose tracks meets a hint of coconut -- surprisingly addicting). Even with the cold air, the ice cream hit the spot. Maybe bring a jacket if you're going on a non-sunny day! Service was fast and friendly, and prices felt totally fair for the portion sizes. I love that you can either walk up or drive through depending on your mood. The outdoor setup is super cute too, even if we were shivering a little. Jon's is such a sweet, small-town classic -- and now I totally understand why locals are loyal. I'll definitely be back to try more flavors this summer hopefully when it's warmer!

My wife and I met up with a couple of our friends at this Java House location for Sunday morning…read morecoffee/breakfast. Here were our thoughts: Food/Drink: We ordered a couple breakfast sandwiches, a bakery item, and two iced coffees. Breakfast sandwich #1 -- Classic Breakfast (This menu item comes with egg and your choice of bread, breakfast protein, and cheese. Our feeling was that it is just a reliable, run-of-the-mill breakfast sandwich that is comparable to most other cafés. Rating = 7.3/10). Breakfast sandwich #2 -- Morning Muscle (This item was definitely a step up in terms of satiety and flavor when compared to the classic breakfast sandwich. I thought the hash brown and chipotle aioli really added a lot of deliciousness for me. Rating = 8.0/10). Bakery item -- Lemon Poppyseed Muffin (This was the best menu item we ordered on this visit to Java House. The flavor was great, and it is what moved the needle from a 3 to 4 star experience on this occasion. Rating = 8.2/10). Coffee #1 -- Iced Vanilla Latte (For me, the iced vanilla latte is my benchmark order for comparing coffee shops since this was my standard order when I first started frequenting cafés. Java House's is typically almost reaching my top tier, but on this occasion and our most recent visit prior, I've been a little disappointed in the flavor (or lack thereof) of their lattes. The latte was still good enough that we drank it all with no issue, but I've come to expect more out of this Java House location. Rating = 6.8/10.) Coffee #2 -- Iced Hazelnut Latte (Over time, my favorite latte flavor has evolved from vanilla to hazelnut. Because of this - I was overjoyed when I moved back to the Iowa City area in September that Java House had one of the best hazelnut lattes my tastebuds had ever experienced (consistently clocking between a high 8 to low 9 rating). However, on this and my prior visit, my latte was lacking flavor not just in the hazelnut sense, but I could hardly taste the espresso itself. I'm hoping these recent experiences are just a fluke! Rating = 4.3/10). Service: The service here is always solid - nothing exceptional but also nothing to complain about. Ambiance: Similar to the point on service - this location has a nice, clean space with plenty of seating but also nothing to truly unique or special to set this coffee shop apart. All in all, I'm a fan of The Java House and am hopeful they are able to deliver solid 4 (if not 5) star experiences in the future every time we return.

I don't know why it took me so long to visit the North Liberty Java House. I was in search for a…read moregood salad spot for lunch and it was a bonus that they serve tiramisu! This location is really nice with plenty of seating, friendly service and a drive thru if you are on the go. Everyone enjoyed their food, me included. I got the 1/2 a sandwich and salad combo. The portion size on the salad was larger than expected which was a welcomed surprise because the Caesar salad I order had amazing flavor. I got the tiramisu to go which hit the spot for a dessert treat and appreciated that it was not overly sweet. Before leaving I could help but notice a poster advertising the Strawberry Dream Matcha one of their specialty summer drinks so I ordered it to go. Let's just say I'm still dreaming about this drink. It was sweeter than I would normally order but transported me to a nostalgic memory of the most delicious strawberry milk from my childhood. I will definitely be stopping back by this location. Tip: The food menu at this location is not the same as other Java House (Heirloom Tomato) locations.