Grinnell is truly a premier culinary destination in Iowa. No other town of its size boasts so many incredible dining choices–nearly 30 restaurants delight diners in Grinnell. From a quick bite to eat with the kids to a romantic evening out, enjoy more choices than you thought possible. Experience made-from-scratch delights, savor local foods, cool off with ice cream or stop for a specialty coffee. Your taste buds will thank you.
Grinnell Bucks are currently accepted at all restaurants, regardless of Chamber membership status.
Click here to view a downloadable list of Grinnell restaurants. Click here to view Grinnell restaurant hours by day. Grinnell Eats guide is brought to you in partnership with Grinnell College. *denotes Grinnell Chamber Member.
Canary Underground Speakeasy: appetizers and cocktails/mocktails
Casa Margaritas: Mexican entrees
Chuong Garden*: Chinese carryout and entrees
Comeback Cafe: Soups, salads, sandwiches
Dari Barn*: Ice cream, frozen yogurt and sandwiches, open March-October
El Cascabel: Mexican entrees
Frontier Cafe*: All-day breakfast, sandwiches and soups
Grin City Bakery*: Donuts, cinnamon rolls, baked goods
Grinnell Craft Brewhouse*: Tap house serving Iowa beers and cocktails, bring your own food or have local eateries deliver
Grinnell Pub*: Bar & Grill
Hometown Heroes: Sports Bar & Grill
Hy-Vee*: Dine-in cafe.
I-80 Dhaba: authentic Indian cuisine, vegan and vegetarian options
Jay's Deli*: deli, sandwich and ice cream shop
Los Girasoles Mexican Restaurant*: Mexican entrees.
Maria's Fresh Mex: Tacos, burritos, and fresh Mexican dishes
McNally's Foods*: Retail grocery and dine-in deli.
Montgomery's Sandwich Shop: Sandwiches, salads and soups.
Oakland Acres Golf Club*: pizza, wings, sandwiches and appetizers
Pagliai's Pizza*: Pizza and pasta
The Periodic Table* at Hotel Grinnell: food truck inspired menu with craft cocktails and mocktails
Pizza Ranch*: Pizza, chicken, salad bar, lunch and dinner buffet
Prairie Canary: Entrees, sandwiches and full bar
Saint's Rest Coffee House: Coffee, tea, smoothies and baked goods
Solera*: Wine bar, personal pizza's and desserts
West Side Family Restaurant*: Entrees, sandwiches and breakfast foods
*denotes Chamber member
Jimmy John's
McDonald's*
Subway
Scooter's Coffee
Taco John's