Food and Drink

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Drinks

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Cabin Coffee Co Start your morning off GREAT with a locally roasted and packed-fresh-daily coffee from Cabin Coffee. If coffee isn’t your thing, the menu features a variety of other options including Italian Sodas, teas, hot chocolate, smoothies, and more! Choose from their famous cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins, butter biscotti, sandwiches, and more! Mason City Brewing Mason City’s first craft brewery in 130 years, Mason City Brewing has been serving quality, small-batch brews since 2013. The downtown brewery features 8 different taps so there’s always something new to try. Fat Hill Brewing A 7-barrel craft brewery is located in a historic taproom in Downtown, Mason City. The brewery features sixteen taps serving a wide range of ales and lagers, and space for 140 patrons. The creative, ever-changing beer menu spotlights Iowa ingredients, including wildflower honey from Nora Springs and fresh hops from Cedar Falls. Visitors can stay busy with their events calendar full of live music and special events. Walshs's Shebeen The hidden Speakeasy in Mason City. You will have to check their webpage and social media for the current password.

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Where to eat

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Suzie-Q Café One of only 52 surviving “Valentine-style” diners in the United States, the Suzie-Q Café has been at home in Mason City since 1948. We highly recommend you try the Omwich breakfast sandwich or the Spic ‘N Span Tenderloin – rated second in the nation! Hungry Mind The Hungry Mind has been serving the best soups, salads, sandwiches, and gourmet hamburgers in the Mason City area since 1976. Be sure to try one of the local favorites such as the Philly Cheese Steak or homemade quiche. Bill’s BBQ – Family Favorite Enjoy the best ribs in Mason City! Hickory smoked loin back ribs, savory baked beans, cabbage salad, and fresh-baked bread await! Papa’s American Café Legendary food, a relaxing atmosphere, and 35 flat-screen TVs… what else could you possibly need? As for favorites, there are many – such as fresh soups (made daily), hand-pressed burgers, and delicious salads. State Street Deli State Street Deli offers a little taste of Chicago right here, in Downtown Mason City. Menu “creations” (named after streets in Chi-town) offer a variety of options. Traditional favorites include the Reuben, Ham & Swiss, Roast Beef, and Swiss & Pastrami. Northwestern Steakhouse- Family Favorite Family-owned since 1920, Northwestern Steakhouse is well known for its mouthwatering, Greek-style steak (don’t forget the side of savory spaghetti). If steak’s not your thing, be sure to try their roasted chicken, broiled shrimp, Canadian walleye, or lamb chops. Recently named “Most Iconic Restaurant in the State of Iowa,” you don’t want to skip out on this stop. One last guarantee, besides the food being delicious, is that this is perhaps the most in-demand restaurant in town, so be there early to get your name on “the list.” We promise it’s worth the wait. (Advance reservations are available for parties of 6 or more.)

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Where else to eat

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Lorados Lorados, located right on the Plaza in Downtown Mason City, is where you will find great service AND the best Bloody Mary in town! Enjoy a relaxing lunch on the Plaza (Blackened Chicken Pasta Salad… YUM!) or partake in the nightlife atmosphere, including live music most weekends! Pastime Gardens Since 1955, Pastime Gardens has been the taco heaven of the Midwest! Indulge in an amazing, wholesome dining experience with homemade Mexican cuisine Awe’z Sandwich Shop (formerly known as Pro’s). Best known for their loose meat sandwiches – The Beef Delight, this quaint little diner also serves tenderloins, pizza burgers, hot dogs, soups, and more. Be sure to save room for dessert – we highly recommend the funnel sticks and a root beer float! Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar Established in 2016 and new to Downtown Mason City, Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar offers a variety of traditional and modern Thai cuisine. Recently listed by the Des Moines Register as one of the ‘New Restaurants to Try in Iowa.’ Godfather’s Pizza Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering calzones, sides & desserts. Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant Las Palmas is a laid-back, authentic Mexican bar and eatery. Weekly specials and outdoor seating. Pasta Bella Italian Restaurant Pasta Bella is family-owned, serving local Italian cuisine! Prime ‘N Wine Whatever the occasion, Prime ‘N Wine will make it a special celebration. Join us for Early Bird Dinners, nightly dinner menu, Thursday Date Night, Holiday meals, and more! Reservations are recommended. The Blue Heron Bar & Grill The Blue Heron Bar & Grill offers all made-from-scratch cooking including burgers, sandwiches, and other homemade items. Locals LOVE the Las Vegas Bloody Mary, topped with a battered tenderloin slider, chicken wing, onion ring, celery, pickle and olive! Open for lunch and dinner.

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Some more places to eat at

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The Quarry & Tapas Bar Local fine dining in Downtown Mason City. Locals love the fresh seafood and top-quality steak. Weather permitting, outdoor seating available. Casey's The breakfast pizza is legendary. Birdsall’s Ice Cream North Iowa’s iconic ice cream parlor since 1931, Birdsall’s Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream shop serving the best homemade ice cream around. More than 20 different flavors are crafted on-site. Scoops are available in a dish, sugar cone, or Birdsall’s homemade waffle cones. Classic treats such as sundaes, splits, malts, and milkshakes are also available.