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Best Cajun Restaurants in Iowa

The ranking podium

Honouring the top spots in Iowa.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Iowa, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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74.9
#1

Johnston Iowa

Cajun Belle

For a relaxed meal, Cajun Belle is a casual choice.

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14.7
#2

Des Moines Iowa

Fat Tuesday

For your next night out, Fat Tuesday is a local option.

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11.6
#3

Des Moines Iowa

The Big Easy

For dinner with friends, The Big Easy is a place to keep in mind.

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Cities in Iowa
Des Moines666Cedar Rapids533Davenport363Sioux City290West Des Moines255Iowa City230Ames216Dubuque203Ankeny197Waterloo197Council Bluffs182Cedar Falls153Coralville135Mason City111Bettendorf102Ottumwa100Urbandale98Muscatine86Clive84Marshalltown83Burlington81Clinton81Altoona78Fort Dodge78

Top Places in Iowa

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#1

Cajun Belle

Johnston, Iowa

6
74.9
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#2

Fat Tuesday

Des Moines, Iowa

2
14.7
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

The Big Easy

Des Moines, Iowa

2
11.6
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#4

Shakin' Shellfish

Ottumwa, Iowa

2
10.8
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