Food

Rainforest Cafe once had 59 locations in the U.S. Now, there are only these 16 restaurants.

Happy National Fry Day! Today, June 10th, marks the second Friday in June, which means it's time to celebrate America's favorite side dish! What local restaurant do you think serves the best fries?

Iowans near Central City have a new restaurant option! A new pizza joint called The Main Slice opened this month on Main Street.

Lots of new bars & restaurants have opened in Eastern Iowa so far this year! Check out a list of the new eateries that have opened in 2026, as well as some of the places expected to open this year.

The takeover of the old Chrome Horse Saloon building in the NewBo District is now complete! Rhapsody Spirits & Provisions opened its doors last month, which means that the space is now home to two different restaurants.

Bread Worthy Bakery has started welcoming customers to their new storefront in Iowa City! The local farmers market vendor has moved in to the former Goosetown Cafe building at 203 N Linn Street.

The Iowa State Fair is only a month away, and we now know all of this year's new foods! Check out all the things you'll be able to try at the 2026 event!

Eastern Iowans now have a new dining option in Johnson County! Cornerstone Pub has officially opened its doors in Tiffin.

A popular bakery chain is set to open its second Corridor location! Nothing Bundt Cakes is "coming soon" to Northeast Cedar Rapids.

A Downtown Waterloo favorite has temporarily shut down due to ongoing issues with equipment and staffing. As of June 27th, Newton's Paradise Cafe at 128 E 4th St is closed "until further notice."