Elijah Decious

Big Grove Brewery is launching a new microgrant program that pairs well with its new Neighborhood Beer.

With new barbecue burners and ventilation at 14 tables, customers will be able to grill Korean meats and vegetables at their own tables starting in mid to late April.

The Iowa brand with seven locations, including one in Coralville, is offering $25,000 to anyone who can eat one particular sandwich fast enough. The new reward more than doubles the last offer, which was $10,000.

With new seating, a microgreen garden and a rapidly growing menu, their growth outside the small business incubator demonstrates how much the small restaurant has appealed to mainstream diners.

A new buffet has opened in southwest Cedar Rapids, after much anticipation.

Curious Iowa finally examines the evergreen inquiry that has persisted for years. Why does Cedar Rapids have so many Mexican restaurants? Are they all the same?

With the opportunity for a tuition-free experience similar to a private school, the school’s rigorous focus on college preparation plans to offer quality through small classes, a small faculty-to-student ratio and one-on-one interactions that reinforce a tight-knit community throughout middle and high school.

If you’re missing CR Midnight Smoker’s brisket, ribs and pulled pork while it’s between locations, chances are you’re not the only one.

At the Slime Kitchen in Coral Ridge Mall, your interpretation of the recipe is what keeps things interesting.

BarTini’s, a new lounge opened Feb. 1 in the Kingston Yard neighborhood, brings one of the first specialty martini bars to Cedar Rapids.

The Asian restaurant commenced with its soft opening March 1 at 5070 Lindale Dr. NE, according to a social media announcement. The new replacement fills the vacancy left by former restaurant Mezcal Tequila Cocina.

Go ahead and pull around to the next location. 🍟

A formerly popular Mexican restaurant is auctioning off its equipment on short notice this week, after closing the last of its locations.

Music is a multimillion dollar economy in Cedar Rapids. But new results from the Cedar Rapids Music Census highlight concerns about a siloed scene with low pay and limited opportunities in an industry some say is not taken seriously.

Anh’s Bread Therapy, opened by owner Anh Le in May, will soon be leaving NewBo for a Czech Village spot.