5 Best Restaurants in Downtown, Cedar Rapids IA
Updated 26 September 2026 · 23 restaurants in Downtown, Cedar Rapids IA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide ranks the top five dining spots in Downtown, Cedar Rapids, IA. The list was compiled by analyzing Google ratings weighted by review volume from 23 qualifying businesses. It helps locals and visitors find reliable places for lunch, dinner, or drinks. Each entry highlights specific menu items, accessibility features, and operating hours based on public data and customer feedback.
#1
Cobble Hill
★ 4.8 (850 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Cobble Hill serves American cuisine with a focus on the tasting menu. Reviewers praise the wine pairings and specific dishes like gnocchi, striped bass, and pork belly. The restaurant offers a chef's table experience and features non-alcoholic wine options. It is wheelchair accessible with an accessible entrance, seating, and toilet. Hours vary, with dinner service from 4:30 pm on most days, closing early on Mondays and Sundays.
Best for: Tasting menus & wine pairings
- Address
- 219 2nd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4:30–9:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 4:30–9:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 4:30–9 pm; Tue 4:30–9 pm; Wed 4:30–9 pm
#2
CITYWALK EATERY
★ 4.8 (685 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Citywalk Eatery offers American fare including filet mignon, tortellini, and mashed potato bites. Reviewers highlight the Dubai chocolate brownie cake and the Cigar Box Old Fashioned. The staff is noted for being accommodating with reservation delays and providing attentive service on busy nights. Located downtown, it features an accessible entrance and seating. It is open for lunch and dinner most days, closing only on Mondays.
Best for: Steaks, tortellini & desserts
- Address
- 102 2nd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 11 am–8 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#3
Stack Wellness Cafe
★ 4.9 (223 Google reviews)Health food restaurant
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Stack Wellness Cafe provides fast, healthy meals like amino energy bowls and wraps. Reviewers describe the food as fresh with high-quality ingredients and macro-friendly options. While lunch service is popular, some diners noted occasional temperature issues with rice. The staff is described as friendly and knowledgeable about recommendations. This health food spot is wheelchair accessible and operates primarily for lunch, closing on Sundays.
Best for: Healthy bowls & smoothies
- Address
- 223 2nd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–6 pm; Mon 9 am–6 pm; Sat 10 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–6 pm; Tue 7 am–6 pm; Wed 7 am–6 pm
#4
Tornado's Grub & Pub
★ 4.7 (1,221 Google reviews)American restaurant$10–20 per person
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Tornado's Grub & Pub is a sports bar serving comfort food like the Both Burger smothered in gravy and blue cheese sauce, or the spicy Crazy Burger. Reviewers call the burgers possibly the best in the area, served with delicious fries. Prices range from $10 to $20. It offers takeaway, dine-in, and late-night food. The venue features a great beer selection, accessible parking, and an accessible entrance.
Best for: Burgers with gravy & beer
- Address
- 1600 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9:30 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#5
Clock House Brewing
★ 4.8 (237 Google reviews)Brewery
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Clock House Brewing offers a relaxed atmosphere with 14 own beers on tap and an attached restaurant. Reviewers praise the craft brews, including sours and Southern Bound, and the decor. The space includes a patio and connects to a neighboring restaurant. It accepts credit cards and offers free parking. Hours are limited, with the bar open until 10 pm on weekends and 9 pm on weekdays, closing Mondays.
Best for: Craft brews & local atmosphere
- Address
- 600 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 3–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 12–10 pm; Sun 12–5 pm; Thu 3–9 pm; Tue 3–9 pm; Wed 3–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 23 restaurants in Downtown, Cedar Rapids IA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 26 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Tornado's Grub & Pub takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Stack Wellness Cafe opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Cobble Hill ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 850 reviews. CITYWALK EATERY is second at 4.8 from 685 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Cedar Rapids IA are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is CITYWALK EATERY, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Tornado's Grub & Pub $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Tornado's Grub & Pub and Clock House Brewing.
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