The best restaurants in Mason City

15 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Pizza Ranch

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Buffet chain offering pizza, fried chicken & classic American sides in an Old West-themed setting.

1617 S Monroe Ave

Buffet chain offering pizza, fried chicken & classic American sides in an Old West-themed setting.

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Taco John's

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Fast-food chain featuring Mexican-inspired tacos, burritos, nachos & breakfast fare.

603 S Federal Ave

Fast-food chain featuring Mexican-inspired tacos, burritos, nachos & breakfast fare.

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RibCrib BBQ

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Barbecue chain dishing up ribs, brisket, sandwiches & sides in a laid-back setting.

455 Tiffany Dr

Barbecue chain dishing up ribs, brisket, sandwiches & sides in a laid-back setting.

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Pita Pit

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Diners create their own sandwiches at this health-oriented counter-serve chain.

616 S Monroe Ave

Diners create their own sandwiches at this health-oriented counter-serve chain.

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

3006 4th St SW

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

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Laid-back Mexican bar/eatery with folksy decor, plus food & drink specials & outdoor seating.

3115 4th St SW

Laid-back Mexican bar/eatery with folksy decor, plus food & drink specials & outdoor seating.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

402 Indianhead Dr

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

2117 4th St SW

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Prime N Wine

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Spacious, clubby chophouse with an ample wine list & early-bird special serves prime meat & seafood.

3000 4th St SW

Spacious, clubby chophouse with an ample wine list & early-bird special serves prime meat & seafood.

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Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

1419 4th St SW

Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

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Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering sides & desserts.

1703 4th St SE

Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering sides & desserts.

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Hardee's

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Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

515 S Delaware Ave

Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

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Cabin Coffee Co

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Small chain providing house-roasted coffees & espresso along with bagels, pastries & sandwiches.

1304 4th St SE

Small chain providing house-roasted coffees & espresso along with bagels, pastries & sandwiches.

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Greek-style & American steaks & other options in a quaint, longtime fixture with an upstairs lounge.

304 16th St NW

Greek-style & American steaks & other options in a quaint, longtime fixture with an upstairs lounge.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

551 S Monroe Ave

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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