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.

Basta Pizzeria Ristorante

Food & Drink

Basta Pizzeria Ristorante

Neapolitan pies & housemade pasta served with cocktails in polished, contemporary surrounds.

121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

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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

BlackStone

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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

Bluebird Diner

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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

Graze Gourmet To-Go

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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

Hudson's Southside Tap

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Hudson's Southside Tap

482 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA

Java House Coffee Roasters - Downtown

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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

Java House Coffee Roasters - First Ave

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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

Java House Coffee Roasters - Mormon Trek

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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

Midnight Coffee

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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

One Twenty Six & Moonrakers

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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

Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge

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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

Press Coffee

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Press Coffee

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

St. Burch Tavern

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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

Stella

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Stella

Contemporary neighborhood American restaurant serving burgers, sandwiches, pizza & Cajun dishes.

1006 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA

The Encounter Cafe

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The Encounter Cafe

376 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

Tribute Eatery & Bar

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Tribute Eatery & Bar

901 E 2nd Ave Ste 100, Coralville, IA 52241, USA

Trumpet Blossom Cafe

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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

Wildwood Iowa City

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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

Zolly’s Grill

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Zolly’s Grill

201 S Clinton St Ste 166, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA