Food & Drink

Iowa City’s Culinary & Nightlife Scene

From award-winning restaurants and cozy cafés to craft breweries and vibrant bars, Iowa City’s food and drink landscape offers something for every palate and occasion. Discover locally sourced farm-to-table cuisine, international flavors from around the globe, and innovative cocktail lounges where mixology meets Midwestern hospitality.

Restaurants

Taste the Town

Hungry? You’re in the right place! Our communities know how to feed a craving, no matter how weird, wild, or wonderfully delicious.

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let’s eat

Check It Out

let’s eat

Bars + Nightlife

Buzz Around Town

Whether it’s brunch mimosas, afternoon beers, or a cocktail nightcap, you’ll find the perfect pours for every vibe.

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what’ll it be?

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what’ll it be?

eat around the world

Are you ready to take your tastebuds on a global adventure—right here in Iowa City? Many may not realize it, but the Iowa City area is a foodie’s dream come true because of a diverse culture that’s created a vibrant culinary scene. Did you know that on any given day Iowa City is home to University of Iowa students and scholars who are from more than 103 countries? That’s just one of the reasons Iowa City has long been known as a hotspot to enjoy food from all over the world. To help you map out where to start your adventure, we’ve rounded up a list of 11 impressive globally inspired restaurants.

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