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Best American Restaurants in Iowa City, Iowa

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Honouring the top spots in Iowa City.

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

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82.3
#1

Iowa City Iowa

Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge

For a relaxed meal, Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge is one table worth exploring.

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81.7
#2

Iowa City Iowa

BlackStone

For your next night out, BlackStone is one table worth exploring.

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81.3
#3

Iowa City Iowa

Cracken's Grill

For dinner with friends, Cracken's Grill is a place to keep in mind.

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Top Places in Iowa City

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#1

Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge

Iowa City, Iowa

4
82.3
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#2

BlackStone

Iowa City, Iowa

1
81.7
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

Cracken's Grill

Iowa City, Iowa

1
81.3
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#4

One Twenty Six & Moonrakers

Iowa City, Iowa

3
76.7
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#5

Midtown Family Restaurant

Iowa City, Iowa

0
76.5
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#6

Culver’s

Iowa City, Iowa

0
75.8
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#1

Cracken's Grill

Iowa City, Iowa

81.3
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Illustrative image: Close-up of a bright coastal restaurant dish
#2

Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge

Iowa City, Iowa

82.3
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Illustrative image: Moody restaurant interior with polished service
#3

BlackStone

Iowa City, Iowa

81.7
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