Hazleton
Hazleton, IA · Food & Drink
familyvacationsus.com
I Was Surprised By These 11 Iowa Healthy Breakfast Spots And Their Amazing Options
I used to think healthy breakfast on the road meant a sad banana, plain oatmeal, or toast that tasted like homework. Then I spent time looking around Iowa and found cafes and diners serving colorful plates, fresh ingredients, and drinks that actually made mornings feel fun. That matters because breakfast...
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Polanco opens Mexican restaurant in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS — When one Mexican restaurant door closes, another one opens. Polanco Mexican Restaurant, one of the newest ones in Cedar Rapids, opened in early August at 3025 Mount Vernon Road SE, Suite 2. The space was previously home to Casa de Ojos Locos , a sports bar with an American and Mexican menu by restaurateur Jade Luter. Before that, Luter opened Pregame Brew & Chew there before moving the concept to northeast Cedar Rapids. “At Polanco Mexican Restaurant, we bring the vibrant flavors, rich traditions and warm hospitality of Mexico to the heart of Cedar Rapids,” the restaurant said in an introductory social media post. “Inspired by the beautiful Polanco district in Mexico City, our restaurant blends authentic recipes with a modern dining experience.” The new menu focuses more extensively on Mexican cuisine, including tacos, seafood, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas and garnachas — a thick masa base topped with meats and other accoutrements.
KCRG.com
KIMT
Clear Lake to Charles City food trail adds new twist
KIMT-TV 3 News — The Third Annual North Iowa Local Food Trail returns August 22, offering a self-guided tour of farm stores and local food businesses from Clear Lake to Charles City. The trail features four stops this year: Lou James & Co. in Charles City, Mossycup Farms in...
notesoniowa.com
Lighthouse Inn Supper Club: Iowa Time Machine August 14, 2024
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On August 14, 2024, the Lighthouse Inn Supper Club, a storied restaurant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was tragically destroyed by a fire. Marking the end of a 112-year legacy as one of the oldest dining establishments in the state, the restaurant originally opened in 1912 at 6905 Mt. Vernon Road SE in Cedar Rapids. It became the oldest supper club in Iowa.
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Plans for combination Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins fall through
After three years of effort, plans for the combination Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins proposed at the old Western Fraternal Life Association have fallen through. The Cedar Rapids City Council approved plans to rezone the property so it could be modified for its new use in 2023. At the time, nearby residents expressed concerns about the way the business would change the neighborhood dynamics. But the council announced Tuesday that the building will be demolished instead. Burlington-based Reif Oil company owns the building, and its subsidiary Eastern Iowa Food Service operates 20 Dunkin’ franchise locations in Eastern and Central Iowa. Over time, it became clear that the project wasn’t financially viable, said Cliff Reif, president of Reif Oil Company. “I was in love with that building. That’s why I got it,” Reif said. “But (we) just ran into a problem everywhere (we) went, and finally I just said, ‘This is impossible.’ ” Reif said the company spent over $100,000 in engineering costs attempting to convert the building to its new use but encountered repeated obstacles, from construction requirements to a lack of available workers because of the city’s ongoing data center construction. Reif said he kept waiting for the economy, interest
Hometown Current
Senior dining menus for July 17 through July 21, 2026
Belle Plaine and Marengo Marengo Senior Dining, located at 1083 Court Ave. in Marengo, serves meals to seniors at noon daily. In Belle Plaine, meals are served at 1309 Fifth Ave. To sign up for the programs, call Ginny at 319-444-3135. For delivery or to make a reservation, call 319-444-3135 in Belle Plaine or 319-642-5817 in Marengo. Monday, Aug. 17: closed. Tuesday, Aug. 18: hamburger on a bun, French fries, Brussels sprouts, pears, dessert. Wednesday, Aug. 19: ham balls, party potatoes, green beans, fruit cocktail, bread and butter. Thursday, Aug. 20: barbecue chicken, sweet potatoes, island blend, apricots, Jell-O cake. Friday, Aug. 21: port fritter, tater tots, mixed vegetables, fruit cup, bread and butter. Millersburg, North English Senior meals are served at noon in North English and Millersburg. Call one day ahead for reservations and for carry-out, 319-664-3283. Meals are subject to change. Monday, Aug. 17: Spanish rice, vegetables, fruit, milk. Tuesday, Aug. 18: pizza, vegetables, fruit, milk. Wednesday, Aug. 19: million dollar spaghetti, roasted potatoes, vegetables, fruit, dessert, milk. Thursday, Aug. 20: closed. Friday, Aug. 21: chef’s salad, ham, turkey tomatoes, boiled egg, cheese, fruit, milk.
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The Massive Cheeseburger at This Iowa Restaurant Is Big Enough to Justify the Whole Drive
The burger arrives looking almost comically oversized, with a thick patty, melted cheese, and a bun that seems to struggle to contain it all. Suddenly, a quiet Iowa backroad feels like the route to something much more memorable than an ordinary lunch. At Gunder Roadhouse near Elgin, the famous one-pound...