Top 10 Restaurants In Cedar Rapids, Iowa
The second largest city in Iowa, Cedar Rapids is already renowned for being a thriving arts and culture hub. But it’s also getting increasing praise for its exciting restaurant scene, including the state’s only Cuban restaurant. Here are 10 local favorites to choose between.
The Irish Democrat
A restaurant and bar, The Irish Democrat is a great spot for a casual, relaxed dinner or wholesome lunch with a game of pool. The bare brick walls and wooden tables and booths create a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and the bar area provides a place to sit for those who just want a drink. Stop by at lunch to try the gourmet soup of the day or a signature salad such as the strawberry poppy seed salad or the maytag grilled chicken cobb salad. For those after something a little heartier at dinner time, go for the slow-smoked hickory baby-back ribs in a barbecue sauce or the tarragon buttered sirloin. Burgers, sandwiches and pizzas are on the menu in abundance too.
The Irish Democrat, 3207 1st Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, +1 319 364 9896
Zins
Offering an intimate dining experience, Zins specializes in small plates, perfect for sharing. Dress up, make use of the valet parking and settle down for a beautiful meal with friends. Small plates include seared scallops, crispy kale, lamb lollipops, steak di burgo and wild rice crab cakes. There are also a couple of big plates too for those who aren’t very good at sharing food. Zins prides itself on serving fine wines by the glass so everyone can have the exact wine they wish even if it differs from the rest of their table. Open for Sunday brunch between 10am-2pm, visitors can stop by then to sample the omelettes, pancakes and chorizo and eggs. Reservations advised.
Zins, 227 2nd Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, +1 319 363 9467
White Star Ale House
Restaurant, American, Pub Grub, Wine, Beer, Cocktails
Oyama Sushi
Turning food into art, Oyama Sushi is a Japanese restaurant plating up technicolored dishes to delight all of the senses. Guests can choose to sit at the sushi bar and choose a selection of rolls including spicy tuna, salmon and avocado, and yellowtail, or sit at a table and order from the kitchen dishes such as yaki soba, bento dinners and shrimp tempura. For something a little different, sit at a Hibachi table and have their own chef prepare a Teppanyaki feast of salmon, red snapper, filet mignon, scallops and lobster tails right before your eyes.
Oyama Sushi, 5350 Council Street NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, +1 319 832 1800
Cobble Hill
Restaurant, American
Granite City Food & Brewery
Brewing their own beers on site, Granite City Food & Brewery is an attractive restaurant for anyone who likes a stein of ale with their dinner. Serving up hearty yet wholesome fare, signature dishes include grilled chicken and asparagus linguine and Barramundi Buerre Blanc. Pair these dishes with one of the signature brews for the full Granite City experience. The Duke is a delicious pale ale and The Batch is a double IPA and there are many more varieties to choose from too.
Cappy’s Pizzeria
Flying Wienie
Croissant du Jour
Restaurant, French
The Lost Cuban
Restaurant, Cuban