Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Iowa

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Iowa? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cooper's On 5th

4.9

4.9 (142)

$30 and under

American

West Des Moines

About the restaurant

Cooper’s on 5th is a great place for Lunch & Dinner. We have had the pleasure of being West Des Moines’ first Craft Cocktail Bar. Join us for our amazing food menu & award-winning cocktail program. Classic & Reimagined Americana comfort food paired with one of Des Moines’ original & highly awarded craft cocktail programs. Great beer, wine, and martinis.

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Ben

Dined 7 days ago

Great lunch and dinner specials! Excellent drink selection!

CRAVE - Sioux City

4.8

4.8 (770)

$30 and under

American

Sioux City

About the restaurant

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

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Holly

Dined 7 days ago

Outstanding dinner with a friend. Food and drinks were amazing. Anna, our server, went above and beyond!! Highly recommend Crave and Anna!

Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar

4.8

4.8 (322)

$30 and under

American

Des Moines

About the restaurant

Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar serves comfort food with local flair in a historic building on Main Street in Grinnell, Iowa. Prairie Canary was opened in September 2012 and is currently owned by Chef, Paul Durr. Located in the city of Grinnell, also known as “The Jewel of the Prairie” and home to Grinnell College, Prairie Canary provides a gathering place where guests can enjoy Midwestern flavors in an inviting, understated atmosphere that speaks to the colors and textures of the Iowa prairie.
Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar is all about being local. From the name of the restaurant to the dishes on which the food is served, effort was taken to showcase local talent and area producers. Enjoy your meal on hand-thrown plates and bowls. Sit at hand-made hickory tables. Savor farm-fresh produce grown just miles away. Sip on an Iowa wine or pint of beer. We look forward to seeing you!

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Samuel

Dined 5 days ago

Friendly staff, good food and good options, reasonable prices. My table particularly enjoyed the brussels sprouts and the strawberry salad.

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Iowa Chop

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4.8

4.8 (1228)

$30 and under

American

Clive

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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Christian

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, wine, and staff! The staff is knowledgeable and food absolutely delicious! I would recommend for any date night, but definitely a place to go when you have a special occasion (and make sure to let them know when you make your reservation).

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House-Made Truffles

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Cooper's Hawk Chocolate Cake

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Caprese Flatbread

30hop Coralville

4.9

4.9 (16)

$30 and under

American

Coralville

About the restaurant

At 30hop there is an unmistakable energy the moment you walk through our doors. We revel in being unique yet approachable providing constantly rotating craft beers, crave-able menu items, and an atmosphere that’s all about celebrating the good times! Visit us in Ankeny, Coralville, or Cedar Rapids. Locations in Omaha and Kansas City coming soon!

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Maggie

Dined 3 days ago

We got a reservation and thank goodness, a table for 2 had a 30 minute wait and some people were waiting an hour or more! Super easy online reservation. Waitress was attentive and very nice. Food was bomb, I got the cheesesteak and a side Caesar salad, my s/o had the tenderloin, the only leftovers I had were due to my making the error of not wearing stretchy pants. I’m picky about mushrooms, but left them on the Philly; 10/10 great decision! Fantastic sandwich. Neither of us had alcohol, and our bill was just over $40 which I thought was SO reasonable. Prickly pear lemonade was good, wish they still had the prickly pear Paloma. Hopefully will be back very soon!

The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4.7

4.7 (782)

$30 and under

American

Des Moines

About the restaurant

The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!

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Sid

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Honestly the wait staff was great and kind, they just didn’t have many food options left and they kept bringing wrong drinks to the table. With as busy as it was and how large our party was I felt they did do a fantastic job and that aside, everything else was exceptional.

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4.8

4.8 (15)

$30 and under

American

Coralville

About the restaurant

Tribute Eatery & Bar specializes in delightful sandwiches and putting a unique twist on timeless favorites. Step inside and you'll be warmly welcomed by our friendly staff. Come prepared with a hearty appetite to savor our delicious bites and a variety of exceptional cocktails, wines, and beers. Our venue is full of charm, vibrant energy, and a fun atmosphere, ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable experience!

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Alex

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

I always enjoy dining at Tribute, whether it be for brunch or dinner. The food and drinks are always delicious, and the service is impeccable! I highly recommend dining at Tribute.

Table 32

4.8

4.8 (536)

$30 and under

American

Sioux City

About the restaurant

We have worked diligently to develop a unique atmosphere here at Table 32. Not just with our décor and physical structure of the amazing vintage backdrop of the old Creamery building dating back to the early 1900’s. We have also put our minds together to develop our food and drink menus as well as focusing on the “craft” of the recipes themselves. We are focused on real ingredients and hand crafting them into something truly delicious. Then it comes down to providing you, our guest, a fun and relaxing dining experience without all the expectations of fine dining. We are working with our staff to develop a culture that promotes great people, great fun and amazing food and drink.

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Richard

Dined 2 days ago

Always spot on with food, ambience, temperature and service. Thanks for having this jewel to frequent!

LP - Street Food

4.7

4.7 (44)

$30 and under

American

Cedar Rapids

About the restaurant

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