The best restaurants in Perry

“Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.”

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

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

“Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.”

“Breakfast to dinner cravings, Faustinos Breakfast & Tacos delivers 19 tacos daily, breakfast plates, and fresh squeezed OJ or an ice-cold bottle Coke. Shake up the routine this week, order online, then happily debate which taco becomes your new go-to.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, August 28, 2026

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

“If your week needs a flavor lift, MinGaLaBar Burmese Kitchen nails the essentials with steaming bowls like Moh Hin Gar and Ohn No Khao Swe, bright tea leaf salad, and cozy curries, all from a welcoming family team. Perfect for weeknights or when hosting needs an easy catering win.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Casual restaurant serving familiar Thai, Chinese, and Japanese fare, including sushi.”

“Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.”

“VIVA Mexican Restaurant brings a lively, colorful-mural vibe, a full bar with TVs, and the kind of fajitas that announce themselves from two tables away. Go for authentic comfort dishes like chile rellenos and chimichangas, stay for the cocktails, and remember they cater and host private parties.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 13, 2026

“When your week needs some sizzle, Taki Japanese Steakhouse brings teppanyaki theatrics, a deep sushi lineup, and that lively, special-occasion energy locals love since 2002. Book a table, rally the crew, or let them cater the party, then just enjoy the waterfall of yum.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 7, 2026

“For weeknights when the kids are wiggly and you want zero fuss, Happy Joe's Pizza - Urbandale delivers with crust options, Mexican-inspired pies (hello, taco pizza), and oversized sundaes. Locally owned by Jeff Reid with easy carryout or delivery, it’s a trusty go-to when dinner should feel a little celebratory.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Pagliai's Pizza keeps it classic with thin-crust pies coming out of stone hearth ovens, house-made pork roast sausage, and a custom mozzarella blend, all on non-GMO Italian flour. Family recipes since 1957, plus delivery and catering, make it an easy Ankeny weeknight hero.”

From the Ankeny newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Casual, colorful Mexican cantina featuring a menu of traditional & health-focused picks.”

“Light-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes.”

“Whether you’re craving Mexican favorites and a margarita, or just want a relaxed, pub-like hangout, El Barco Méxican Restaurant delivers with a colorful tiled bar and good value that makes it an easy local go-to. A solid, no-fuss standby when you want flavor, friendly vibes, and zero kitchen cleanup.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 27, 2026

“When the craving hits, Tavern Pizza & Pasta Grill keeps it classic with cracker-thin pies, grandma’s-secret-sauce pastas, and those dangerously good homemade onion rings.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, August 29, 2026

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

“When fajitas arrive still sizzling and the queso’s flowing, it’s your cue to hit Hidalgo Mexican Bar and Grill this week. Think Fajitas Hidalgo loaded with steak, chicken, and shrimp, choripollo drenched in cheese, shrimp tacos with queso fresco, and beans your way, plus a full bar to keep the conversation lively.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.”

“Pepp's Pizzeria does upside down pies with cheese under the sauce and a crust that actually lives up to the hype. Think ten classics, a weekly special, slices when the craving hits, lunch-only sandwiches on crust-made bread, plus surprise pizza parties for nominated teachers.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Down-to-earth Mexican joint with a large menu, including combo plates, lunch specials & margaritas.”

“Northern Lights Pizza (103) nails the last-bite test with their seasoned TastyCrust made your way, then keeps the cravings going with Amazingly Famous Garlic Butter Breadsticks, cavatelli, SkaDoozy Snacks, and the flatbread Slammich. Perfect weeknight fix when cooking feels... optional.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 28, 2026

“OPA! Italian & Greek is that family-run spot where housemade pastas, slow-cooked sauces, and warm garlic knots set the tone, then saganaki steals the show. When you want a cozy local that swings from gyros to gnocchi, with easy online ordering or a quick reservation for date night or a group, this place delivers.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 6, 2026

“If you’re craving classic tavern vibes, comforting pies, and a spot where someone might still challenge you at bar games, R Place Pub and Pizza delivers.”

From the Ames newsletter, September 15, 2026

“All-you-can-eat spot serving sushi, hibachi and other Japanese favorites alongside Asian stir-fries and dumplings.”

“Since 1993, Cosi Cucina Italian Grill has been the weeknight go-to for eclectic, casual Italian that actually fills the plate. Think wood oven pizzas, specialty pastas, classic entrees, and house made desserts, all influenced by the Renzo family recipes, plus a wine list that makes Tuesday feel like a celebration.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 25, 2026

“Ninja Sushi Ramen delivers bright, fresh rolls and deeply satisfying ramen with broths that taste like they took all day. Book a table, sip a cocktail, and let them handle dinner this week, or enlist their catering when your crew suddenly multiplies.”

From the Ankeny newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Casual joint housed in a former gas station offering Central Texas-style barbecue and Iowa beers.”

“Easygoing farm-themed operation offering traditional American dishes & a full bar.”

“Smoked meats, homestyle sides & New Orleans specialties are served in festive, family-friendly digs.”