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A photo of Wilder at Graduate Iowa City restaurant
1. Wilder at Graduate Iowa City
3.7
Very Good(18)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Coralville
Booked 1 time today
A wild way to dine in Iowa City. Dig into creative Midwest fare and playful cocktails.We do not make patio reservations, making this area of the restaurant first come first serve.
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2. The Supper Club
3.2
Good(32)
Price: Expensive
• American • Iowa City
Booked 3 times today
The Highlander Hotel and Supper Club are back! Join us to experience our modern take on the Highlander's 1967 Supper Club. Features two dining rooms with two completely different experiences: One, an adult-oriented classic supper club with a more upscale feel and swanky lobby bar; Two, a lively family-oriented casual dining room centered around the historic sunken bar and an arcade with retro and modern games. Choose your experience at booking! The Highlander Supper Club was built in 1967. The hotel, ballroom, and pool followed in 1974. For the next 30 years, both experienced extraordinary success playing host to celebrities like Micky Mantle, Joan Baez, and Arnold Palmer, arguably becoming one of the most popular entertainment, event, dining, and hotel destinations in Iowa history! The Highlander Hotel has been reimagined, reinvented and renovated as a chic boutique urban resort, the only independent hotel in Iowa City.
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3. Tribute Eatery & Bar
new
4.7
Exceptional(12)
Price: Moderate
• American • Coralville
Booked 7 times today
Tribute Eatery & Bar specializes in delightful sandwiches and putting a unique twist on timeless favorites. Step inside and you'll be warmly welcomed by our friendly staff. Come prepared with a hearty appetite to savor our delicious bites and a variety of exceptional cocktails, wines, and beers. Our venue is full of charm, vibrant energy, and a fun atmosphere, ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable experience!
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4. Red Lobster - Coralville
4.6
Exceptional(14)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Coralville
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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5. The Lively
4.7
Exceptional(12)
Price: Moderate
• American • Iowa City
Booked 2 times today
Little Lights on the Lane is an event center located on the Cedars Edge Golf Course well known for creating exceptional experiences for weddings, events, family and friends. We strive to reach each human that walks through our door, making them feel welcome and warm. When the chance arose to open a restaurant next door we knew it was an opportunity to continue intentional experiences in a more intimate setting. Thus, the Lively, a welcoming atmosphere full of ambience and cheer with hand-crafted dishes that make your senses come alive. Join us Thursday evenings or Sunday brunch with family and friends. We also host a monthly supper club that is full of fresh, local ingredients and served farm to table. Our hours range-so check our calendar to be sure we are open. We don’t open the door every evening because we want you, too, to be intentional when you come in to visit.See you soon friends, at the Lively.

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  • Billvip
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Stopped in after an Iowa WBB game. So it was near closing for a Wednesday evening. All the staff were outstanding from the host at the door to the servers and bar staff. Love Tribute’s menu, the food was spot on. Add that all together and you have a great restaurant!
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    Tribute Eatery & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Coralville
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    4.7
  • Lisavip
    Wisconsin •47 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Nov 2, 2024
    We came here on a Friday night and it was so quiet with only 2 other tables. I don’t understand how this place isn’t busier as the food was excellent. The 3 of us had the Prime Rib with loaded baked potato and sautéed vegetables and it was all excellent. Our son got the Onion rings to start and they were also very good. Our server, Doug, was very attentive and did very well by us. I would definitely eat here again and my only thinking as to why this pace wasn’t packed is because it’s a little out of the way but it’s recently renovated and very nice. The pub down the hall has all sorts of arcade games which was fun after we finished dinner.
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    The Supper ClubPrice: Expensive• American• Iowa City
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    3.2
  • Yareli
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 15, 2024
    Everything was outstanding! We will definitely be going back! Such a unique place with really good food and a homey environment. Loved it!
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    The LivelyPrice: Moderate• American• Iowa City
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    4.7
  • Patty
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 7, 2024
    Awesome experience. Food, atmosphere, wait staff 10/10
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    Wilder at Graduate Iowa CityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Coralville
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    3.7
  • ThomasGvip
    Chicago / Illinois •58 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 26, 2023
    Our server, Deanna, was superb!!
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    Red Lobster - CoralvillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Coralville
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    4.6

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