The best restaurants in Iowa City

St. Burch Tavern nails that timeless tavern-meets-supper-club feel with steaks, seafood, and American classics that are comforting without…

127 Iowa Ave

Airy, low-key stop offering quick-serve sushi dishes & cooked Japanese fare plus coffee & smoothies.

227 S Dubuque St

Japanese spot with a lunchtime all-you-can-eat option for sushi rolls, sashimi and hibachi dishes.

395 Beaver Kreek Center (North Liberty)

Comfortable all-day eatery with a low-key, retro vibe & a menu of updated diner-style fare.

330 E Market St

Small, pared-down Mexican place offering classic eats & sodas, plus a shop with imported staples.

436 Hwy 1 W

Relaxed brick-clad stop serving up smoked BBQ classics such as ribs, pulled pork & chicken.

130 N Dubuque St

Lively Hawkeye-focused sports bar serving pizza & pub grub by the University of Iowa since 1944.

22 S Clinton St

Steak, small-plates eatery known for its upscale take on contemporary cuisine and creative cocktails.

202 N Linn St

Casual sports-bar and eatery featuring craft beer, burgers and wings, plus a patio.

1705 S 1st Ave

Large Mediterranean-inspired spot serving flavors of France, Spain, Greece, North Africa & Italy.

849 Quarry Rd Ste 100 (Coralville)

Pizzeria featuring original & thin-crust pies loaded with both standard & unusual toppings.

113 Iowa Ave

Longtime Irish pub for craft brews, cocktails & whiskey, featuring a vintage bar & patio seats.

11 S Dubuque St

Clean burger, chicken and corn dog spot, known for shakes and ice cream, also serving fries.

2221 Rochester Ave

Bustling neighborhood diner serving omelets, pancakes & other homestyle eats morning till night.

650 W Cherry St #9 (North Liberty)

Counter-serve spot in the Iowa City Ped Mall featuring craft beers, cocktails, and live entertainment, plus casual eats.

113 E College St

Decades-old, memorabilia-filled haunt serving up hearty American classics from morning to night.

214 N Linn St

Enchiladas, burritos, fajitas, and other Mexican eats are on the menu at this casual eatery.

1534 S Gilbert St

Modest BBQ cafe with rustic decor & a menu of classic eats like sandwiches, ribs & smoked chicken.

1940 Lower Muscatine Rd

Airy, contemporary wood-clad outpost offering elevated Napoli classics baked in a wood-fired oven.

1308 Melrose Ave

Casual eatery with a vintage bar for gourmet burgers and fries, plus beer and cocktails.

112 E College St

Cozy Japanese restaurant whipping up a variety of sushi rolls, plus bento boxes, and teriyaki.

1301 S Gilbert St Ste. 6

Industrial haunt with a rooftop patio, American bites with an Asian fusion twist & many craft beers.

900 E 2nd Ave (Coralville)

Neapolitan pies & housemade pasta served with cocktails in polished, contemporary surrounds.

121 Iowa Ave

Bistro serving organic, locally sourced French-American fare in a candlelit brick-walled setting.

126 E Washington St

Counter-serve operation for slices, specialty pies with creative combos & salads.

114 E Washington St

Relaxed space, including a bar, featuring Thai dishes, Chinese fare, Korean choices, and Vietnamese meals from a menu that labels…

5 Sturgis Corner Dr

Spacious Japanese noodle soup restaurant showcasing ramen fried rice and katsu.

201 E 9th St Ste 100 (Coralville)

Breakfast-to-dinner eatery for burgers, salads and steaks, plus beers, cocktails and wines.

901 E 2nd Ave Ste 100 (Coralville)

Pizzeria with an upbeat, publike atmosphere, offering 3 different crust styles, bar food & beer.

1220 US-6

Casual eatery for breakfast fare like pancakes, biscuits and gravy and French toast, plus lunch dishes.

2727 6th St SW (Cedar Rapids)

Easygoing hangout turning out thin-crust & Chicago-style stuffed pies, plus pasta & sandwiches.

441 S Gilbert St

Lively, modern sushi/Asian fusion eatery housed in the ground level of Hotel Vetro.

221 E College St

Casual eatery serving sushi and other Japanese fare such as teriyaki and tempura.

1853 Lower Muscatine Rd

Country-chic eatery with farm-to-table steak mains & burgers, plus a taproom with local craft beers.

223 E Washington St

Craft cocktails, bar bites & expansive views are offered on the 12th floor of the Hilton Garden Inn.

328 S Clinton St Suite A

Long-standing, old-school haunt with pub grub & lunch specials, plus TVs, live music & a pool table.

819 S 1st Ave

This upscale dining room & wine bar serves modern Italian dishes such as lobster pasta & veal chops.

104 S Linn St

Tonkotsu ramen, poke bowls, and other Japanese fare offered in a trendy setting.

1010 Martin St

Comfy yet lively go-to for sushi, teppanyaki & other Japanese specialties plus a full bar.

1801 2nd St #200 (Coralville)

Cozy place for vegan dishes made with carefully sourced ingredients, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

310 E Prentiss St

Set on an 85-acre farm, this event venue offers pizza, plates, and wine in a classy space with live music.

3867 James Ave SW

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

201 S Clinton St Ste 120 #120

Seasonal American dishes with Mediterranean influences in a sleek, dark-wood dining room.

521 S Gilbert St

House-brewed beers & pub plates in a cool, industrial-style space with a patio & backyard cornhole.

1225 S Gilbert St

Relaxed restaurant serving sushi & Japanese mains in a stylish, modern space with sidewalk seating.

122 E Washington St

Casual spot serving Salvadoran dishes including pupusas and tamales, plus breakfast options.

2302 Muscatine Ave

Spacious, contemporary spot serving playful twists on American comfort food plus Sunday brunch.

503 Westbury Dr #1

Breakfast, sandwiches & salads served in a casual luncheonette featuring exposed-brick walls.

111 S Dubuque St

Casual restaurant with brick-oven pizza and a selection of wines, beers, and cocktails, plus mini-golf and darts.

805 2nd St Ste 1 (Coralville)

Casual barbecue joint serving brisket, prime rib, and other standards, plus beer and cocktails.

75 2nd St (Coralville)

Welcoming venue for homestyle cooking & perks such as tableside guacamole & ample lunch specials.

448 33rd Ave SW (Cedar Rapids)