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    Watermill Kitchen + Bar

    4.2 (22 reviews)
    Closed • 6:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Monkfish Osso Buco
    Eric E.

    Absolutely spectacular restaurant. The Chef has pushed the boundaries with his creativity and culinary excellence. I was blown away by the Monkfish Osso Buco ! Added the Brussel Sprouts as a side and wow wow wow. Service was outstanding with Katie !

    Megan W.

    From start to finish, I had a very good time at Watermill Kitchen + Bar. The server was excellent - checking up the right amount of time - and communicating well with the status of our food and drinks. The flat bread appetizer was excellent with unique flavors of grilled peach and goat cheese. I absolutely loved the brisket sliders and will be back to have those again. I will rave about them to anyone. My cocktail was delicious with the right balance of sweet, but not too sweet. I had to limit myself to just one, but could have had another. The dessert of bread pudding was very good and I'd be happy to try something else on their list next time. I found the decor very upscale and pleasant and while I did not sit outside, their outdoor dining area looked spacious and nice. I think this is an impressive restaurant in the Hyatt and should definitely be a consideration for evening drinks and apps.

    Roasted chicken and side of fries
    Stephanie C.

    We had a pleasant dining experience at Watermill Kitchen & Bar last night. The place was very clean, well-lit, and featured a partially open kitchen, which added a nice touch. The service was friendly and welcoming. We ordered the roasted chicken with fries and the short ribs with sautéed cabbage, apples, and mashed potatoes. Both dishes were tender, which we appreciated, though a bit under-seasoned for our taste. While we enjoyed the meal, we'd love to see more flavors and enhancements on the menu to really make the dishes pop. The appetizer selection felt a bit lackluster--if they could elevate that aspect and overall flavors, we could see this place packed every night. And for the life of me, I still can't figure out why cheese curds are such a staple here in Iowa! Thank you for a lovely evening, and please keep us posted on any new menu items. We'd be open to exploring more!

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    McKayla P.

    I absolutely love the Watermill Kitchen + Bar! It's truly a hidden gem, tucked inside the Hyatt Regency Coralville. The restaurant has been fully remodeled and it's nothing short of stunning. Beyond its beautiful design, the food is amazing! I'm a big fan of their $12 Pick 2 lunch special--my favorite is the Turkey Reuben paired with the Sweet Potato + Kale Salad. I could honestly eat it every day! Plus, they're incredibly accommodating for my gluten-free diet, which can be hard to find. The menu clearly marks gluten-free options, and they're always happy to swap in gluten-free bread or buns for sandwiches. The Watermill is also a great spot for business lunches. They have a gorgeous private dining room that seats about 14, making it ideal for meetings. A few other favorites of mine: - Chicken Bacon Flatbread (GF with sweet potato crust) - Watermill Smash Burger (with a GF bun - the bacon jam is amazing!) - Crème Brûlée (GF) If you're in the area, definitely check it out!

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    Beautiful restaurant! The outside patio is a hidden gem. The menu is excellent and food is very high quality. Eat here!!!!

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    Thank you Kennedy and Nancy for always taking such good care of us. We always enjoy the fresh and delusional meal.

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    Thank you for your great review, Claudia!

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    St. Burch Tavern - $1.50 oysters  3-6 pm.

    St. Burch Tavern

    4.0(238 reviews)
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    Dropped by on a trip through Iowa. Definitely a highlight after driving through Des Moines ‍…read more We both enjoyed our meals. Fry's in the Fish and Chips were awesome. Drinks and Brews were legit. Cool old corner diner updated to a Manhattan street vibe. Service was solid for a College town. Check it out.

    This is the second time i've bee. here in a week. I'm on a business trip and we were too late the…read morefirst time for the happy hour price on the seafood towers. The "seafood tower" is 1/2 off before 6:00. The larger one is $50 off before 6:00. We each got the seafood tower and that more the. enough for a meal for one. It has six oysters, which are delicious. Also six pickled sardines, which are wonderful on the provided crackers. There's also a crab claw that is lovely. The tuna poke thing is very good. There a lump crab dish in a creamy sauce I don't think it needs. The crab is good. I could lose the sauce. The only bad part was the six shrimp. They're cooked in a way that they have a flavor I didn't love. That part I did not finish. But the server was wonderful. She could not have been nicer and more professional. She made our experience great. The server on the first night we came here was also great. They have great servers. The place has a high end bar and grill atmosphere. Everything looks really clean and well put together. This is a great place to eat.

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    Orchard Green - Fried Oysters

    Orchard Green

    4.4(265 reviews)
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    Before I came to Iowa City for a conference? i researched places to eat. This was one I wanted to…read morego to. They're well reviewed on Yelp, which I value. My friend from work and I came here tonight. Wow. They have an informal lounge downstairs and a more formal dining room upstairs. The lounge has the same menu plus a lounge menu. So we chose more choice. The lounge was kinda dark and it's not fancy. But it's clean and open. It's fine. The server was terrific. Ash accommodated our need for separate checks (for us each to bill for our meal). She was attentive and pleasant. I asked her what she liked better between a couple of things and she gave me an honest answer. I followed her recommendation, The beet salad was lovely. the dressing had some goat cheese in it and was delicious. The fresh beets on the side really worked with the dressing. My friend got the cheese platter to start and there was lots of cheese. He loved it. He got the lounge version of the salmon, which he thought was great. I got the Artic Char, which was delicate and phenomenal. It was topped with pieces of lobster and caviar like eggs. The fish was delicate and the sauce rich, but not overpowering. It was delightful. We both loved our meals and highly recommend Orchard Green.

    Incredible meal at Orchard Green!…read more While the upstairs dining area was booked for the evening, we were able to walk in and have an incredible meal in the lounge portion of the restaurant. A round of mocktails, crab cakes, and my delicious filet mignon was unbeatable. The steak was cooked perfectly and the garlic topping was the perfect touch. For desert, we shared a cheesecake and peanut butter mousse. The cheesecake was great, but the peanut butter mousse... quite literally one of the best desserts of my life! The balance of peanut butter and rich chocolate was perfect. Service was friendly and helpful, and the lounge was relaxed and comfortable. Would highly recommend Orchard Green for a nice dinner in the area!

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