Iowa City, Johnson County, IA
Places to go in Iowa City
20 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

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Basta Pizzeria Ristorante
Neapolitan pies & housemade pasta served with cocktails in polished, contemporary surrounds.
121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Big Grove Brewery & Taproom
House-brewed beers & pub plates in a cool, industrial-style space with a patio & backyard cornhole.
1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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BlackStone
Spacious, contemporary spot serving playful twists on American comfort food plus Sunday brunch.
503 Westbury Dr #1, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA

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Bluebird Diner
Comfortable all-day eatery with a low-key, retro vibe & a menu of updated diner-style fare.
330 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA

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Graze Gourmet To-Go
Bright, modern hangout featuring creative shared plates, drinks at night & a casual lunch buffet.
345 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Hudson's Southside Tap
482 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA

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Java House Coffee Roasters - Downtown
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
211 1/2 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Java House Coffee Roasters - First Ave
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
1575 S 1st Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Java House Coffee Roasters - Mormon Trek
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
713 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA

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Midnight Coffee
Hip, airy coffeehouse with a contemporary vibe offering salads, panini, wine & beer.
301 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA

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One Twenty Six & Moonrakers
Bistro serving organic, locally sourced French-American fare in a candlelit brick-walled setting.
126 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge
Seasonal American dishes with Mediterranean influences in a sleek, dark-wood dining room.
521 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Press Coffee
1120 N Dodge St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA

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St. Burch Tavern
Steaks, seafood & other American plates, plus cocktails & brews served in a sophisticated setting.
127 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Stella
Contemporary neighborhood American restaurant serving burgers, sandwiches, pizza & Cajun dishes.
1006 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA

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The Encounter Cafe
376 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Tribute Eatery & Bar
901 E 2nd Ave Ste 100, Coralville, IA 52241, USA

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Trumpet Blossom Cafe
Cozy place for vegan dishes made with carefully sourced ingredients, plus beer, wine & cocktails.
310 E Prentiss St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Wildwood Iowa City
High-energy restaurant & watering hole offering BBQ grub, booze & dancing in casual, bi-level digs.
4919 Walleye Dr SE, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

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Zolly’s Grill
201 S Clinton St Ste 166, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA