A major competitor in the fast-casual Tex-Mex market is opening a second location in Cedar Rapids.
Elijah Decious Restaurants Nov. 12, 2025 7:23 am78d ago
A major competitor in the fast-casual Tex-Mex market is opening a second location in Cedar Rapids.
It’s part of a fast-food industry trend of restaurants struggling to attract low-income customers amid elevated inflation
Restaurants Nov. 6, 2025 6:30 am84d ago
Le Crave Cafe soft launched its opening on Oct. 31 at 14 S. Clinton St.
Restaurants Nov. 6, 2025 5:45 am84d ago
A food truck in Cedar Rapids is parking for good.
Restaurants Nov. 6, 2025 5:00 am84d ago
Craft’d After Dark is stepping out into its own space with a new name.
Fast-food chain’s CEO warns that customers remain under economic pressure, which is a problem he sees continuing well into 2026.
Restaurants Nov. 5, 2025 8:52 am85d ago
Six years after Westdale Bowling Center closed in southwest Cedar Rapids, the complex’s massive 43,000-square-foot space has reopened with new sights and smells from Backyard BBQ.
Restaurants Nov. 4, 2025 1:42 pm85d ago
Yum Brands says it’s reviewing its options as the once-dominant restaurant struggles to compete in the crowded U.S. pizza market.
Restaurants Nov. 5, 2025 9:02 am85d ago
Bread and Buttered bakery has been leading the charge at NewBo City Market for free food assistance as others shore up donations to food banks hit hard this month.
Restaurants Oct. 30, 2025 6:00 am91d ago
A new lounge with drinks and casual bites has opened in Washington.
Restaurants Oct. 29, 2025 6:00 am92d ago
After some instant success with recipes made from scratch, Cafe Beignet has opened its first brick-and-mortar home at Lindale Mall.
Restaurants Oct. 29, 2025 5:15 am92d ago
The new Cedar Rapids-based concept offers a wide range of customizable drinks from the window of a vintage mobile trailer.
Restaurants Oct. 22, 2025 10:20 am98d ago
The Grand White Rabbit Tea Co., opened last month at Lindale Mall, is a new tea and hand pie concept offering qualities meant to be savored.
Restaurants Oct. 22, 2025 5:30 am99d ago
A Corridor brewery was the only one in Iowa to bring home a win from one of the industry’s most prestigious annual competitions this month.
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