Japanese Hibachi
Plans for a new Japanese hibachi restaurant are underway in Mason City at 3229 4th Street SW, the site of the former Red Lobster. The project is currently under review by the Mason City Development Review Committee. While the specifics about the opening timeline are not yet available, the initiative is still in the planning […]
Troy’s Sandwiches
Opening March 1, 2025 Troy’s Sandwiches is a new deli owned by Troy Morris Jr., opening in March 2025 at the location of a former funeral home in Waterloo. The restaurant will serve a variety of classic sandwiches and aims to create a welcoming atmosphere distinct from its previous use. Customers can expect an array […]
Tribute Eatery & Bar
Opening June or July 2025 Tribute Eatery & Bar is set to make its debut in Ankeny in June or July 2025, promising a vibrant dining experience with a diverse menu and spirited ambiance. This brand new establishment aims to capture the essence of community dining, offering guests a welcoming space to enjoy good food […]
Highland Underground
Opening 2025-06-01 Highland Underground is an intimate cocktail bar set to open in the basement of the former Klein’s Department Store. Owned by Alec Davis and Sam Hoyle, who also run Dough Co. Pizza, this establishment promises a vibrant atmosphere with classic cocktails and live music. The bar will feature a small stage for performances […]
Fireside Tavern
Opening February 6, 2025 Fireside Tavern is a brand new restaurant set to open on February 6, 2025, at the former Chophouse Downtown location in Cedar Rapids. The restaurant will offer a modern twist on family-style Italian cuisine, featuring a menu with specialties like handmade ravioli and a variety of steaks including NY Strip and […]
Chick N Max
Chick N Max, a Wichita-based fast-food chain known for ‘The Better Chicken Sandwich’, is planning to open a new location in Davenport as part of its expansion into larger Iowa markets. The founder and CEO, Max Sheets, has indicated that this initiative includes the opening of multiple new locations along I-35. The Davenport restaurant will […]
Bar Martinez
Opening Late spring or early summer 2025 Bar Martinez is on track to open in late spring or early summer of 2025. This new establishment aims to offer elevated cocktails in a stylish setting in Highland Park. With a focus on quality ingredients and innovative mixology, Bar Martinez aspires to attract a clientele looking for […]
Work In Progress
The Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, Iowa has undergone a successful renovation, transforming from a local eyesore to a vibrant venue. In addition to hosting concerts, the venue now offers dining and drinking options with the opening of the blue-collar bar Work In Progress and Tom Archer?s Poor Man?s Country Club. The renovation […]
Val Air Ballroom
The Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, Iowa, underwent a major renovation in 2023 and now includes a bar called Work In Progress and a restaurant named Tom Archer?s Poor Man?s Country Club. The renovation has been praised by locals, including previous noise complainants. The new spaces aim to provide a complete experience for […]
Pizza World & Voodoo Brewing Company
A local pizza joint is moving to get away from a major construction project on 42nd Street in Cedar Rapids.That work is expected to last a while, so Pizza World & Voodoo Brewing Company says its moving just down the road next to the Edgewood Road Hy-Vee in the Fountains.They’ve been at their current location […]