Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Cedar Falls, IA

CEDAR VALLEY. Famous Dave's serves some of the most revered barbecue in the Midwest. He has won awards for his...

CEDAR VALLEY. Famous Dave's serves some of the most revered barbecue in the Midwest. He has won awards for his hickory-smoked ribs, chicken, pork and beef brisket. Try a two meat combo platter with a cornbread muffin and your choice of two sides including corn on the cob, warm apples, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, baked beans, fries or potato salad. Grilled seafood dishes and salads provide dining alternatives for lighter appetites. The kids menu is sure to please finicky little ones, too.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. This hangout has been a favorite with University of Northern Iowa students since it opened in 1970. Since that...

DOWNTOWN. This hangout has been a favorite with University of Northern Iowa students since it opened in 1970. Since that time, its winning combination of food, friends and fun has allowed it to expand to locations throughout Iowa and Kansas. The Other Place originally served pizza, and the pies that made them popular are still available. These days diners also enjoy fresh salads, hot subs and pasta dishes.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. This sports bar and restaurant sets itself apart from the competition by offering delicious, homemade food in...

DOWNTOWN. This sports bar and restaurant sets itself apart from the competition by offering delicious, homemade food in addition to a multitude of televisions showing local and national sporting events. Wraps and salads, seasoned with Pepper's secret homemade dressing, are perfect for lunch or lighter appetites. Heartier appetites candive into a stacked pork tenderloin sandwich while watching the UNI Panthers on the giant-screen above the bar. The favorite house drinks are cold beer and Pepper's giant margarita. After the game, stick around and shoot some pool.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. This is one of Cedar Falls' most upscale establishments, serving "eclectic" cuisine with a good...

DOWNTOWN. This is one of Cedar Falls' most upscale establishments, serving "eclectic" cuisine with a good selection of vegetarian options. Start with sausage-stuffed dates wrapped with Prosciutto. For an entrée, black-eyed pea cakes with salsa or veggie kabobs are perfect for a lighter appetite, while chowhounds might prefer the blackberry pork tenderloin or grouper with chipotle sauce. Margarita cheesecake is the house special dessert, but many patrons prefer to end with a flavored coffee or a liqueur. Kids have their own menu or they can order a thin-crust pizza with their choice of toppings.

Hours: Mon-Sat 4:30pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club