Though the dining room at Proof will be closed until further notice, the Des Moines restaurant will be offering virtual takeout dinners twice each month.
Food & Drink
Food and drinks in Iowa including best restaurants.
Iowa’s Top Searched Food & Drink for 2020
While coffee takes the cake as the most in-demand food and drink trend in Iowa this year, what other beverages rounded out the top five favorites?
Best Thanksgiving 2020 Dining Spots in Iowa
This year, simplify the stress that comes along with preparing a proper Thanksgiving dinner, and instead stop by one of these beautiful dining spots for an unforgettable and easy meal with the people you love.
Restaurant of the Week: Dash Coffee Roasters
Dash Coffee Roasters, in Kingston Village in Cedar Rapids, is a hip coffee shop and café that will be celebrating its three-year anniversary in November. Dash has set out to cultivate a community that gathers around a cup of meticulously crafted coffee.
Restaurant of the Week: Brewhemia
Family-owned Brewhemia is located in the heart of Newbo district in Cedar Rapids. A play on “New Bohemia,” beverage-centric Brewhemia is one of the coolest breakfast and lunch spots in town.
Restaurant of the Week: Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery
Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery is located in Swisher, and just a few minutes outside of Cedar Rapids. This destination spot is a must-go for lovers of wine, bourbon and pizza—and who isn’t?
Restaurant of the Week: The Map Room
The Map Room is located in the heart of Downtown Cedar Rapids and features internationally inspired burgers and fries, along with artisan cocktails in a cozy and eclectic atmosphere. Opened in 2017, this hidden gem is a fan favorite of the locals.
5 Family-Owned Wineries in Northeastern Iowa
Just because Iowa has a cooler, shorter grape-growing season doesn’t mean the state’s 300-plus vineyards don’t make the most of it. Here are five family-owned wineries in northeastern Iowa that make sipping a fun, friendly affair.
Restaurant of the Week: St. Kilda Surf & Turf
St. Kilda Surf & Turf, located in the East Village in Downtown Des Moines, offers healthy modern fish dishes, souvlaki, all-day breakfast, salads, bites, artisanal coffee beverages featuring Counter Culture Coffee, and a full bar serving cocktails, beer, and wine.