New American - Best of 2011

Published May 23, 2011

These restaurants take old ideas and melt them into tasty new ones. Who does it best?

Winner

2011 Winner

1. Zins Taste

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2011 Winner 1. Zins Taste

Nominee for: New American, Romantic Restaurant, Trendy Bar

227 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA

"…I have an amazing, heartwarming story to share with you should you decide to publish it. I think it's important for the community to know how some pe…"
2011 Top 5 2. Lincoln Cafe

Nominee for: New American

117 1st St W, Mt Vernon, IA

"…Unfortunately, I had a much different experience at Lincoln Cafe. My wife and I decided to go there to try out what we had heard was this wonderful l…"
2011 Top 5 3. BlackStone

Nominee for: New American, Breakfast

503 Westbury Dr, Iowa City, IA

"…I went to Blackstone for the first time this weekend, saw it here on the A-List. It was very very good. Our table had burgers and fries, the baked pas…"
2011 Top 5 4. Class Act

Nominee for: New American, Traditional American

7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

"… Class Act, or "Anastasia's Frolicking Glen" as it's known is always a special experience. Chef Cornelius whips up these dishes with more skill than …"
2011 Top 5 5. Orchard Green Restaurant and Lounge

Nominee for: New American, Romantic Restaurant, Mediterranean

521 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA

"…Wow!!! It doesn't get much better than Orchard Green. My husband and I are there atleast twice a week. The food is fantastic. If you need to change so…"
6. P.H.A.T. Daddy's

Nominee for: New American, Caterer

1185 Court Ave, Marengo, IA

"…Although I am from Marengo (and admittedly biased as a regualar PHAT Daddy's customer), I have had the opportunity to dine at various establishments a…"
7. The Red Avocado

Nominee for: New American, Romantic Restaurant

521 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA

"…My husband and I come here for every anniversary and birthday. It's cozy and inviting without being stuffy. They regularly feature local musicians d…"
8. Best Western Long Branch

Nominee for: New American, Steakhouse, Venue

90 Twixt Town Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA

"…The Longbranch has great specials each night of the week. When I'm busy and don't have time for making dinner, my family & I head out for one of the …"
9. Graze

Nominee for: New American

Multiple locations

"…Ate there for the first time last weekend, and the food was marvelous. I was skeptical of the 'Big Island Burgers' at first, imagining a chicken burge…"
10. Star Restaurant

Nominee for: New American

600 Star Brewery Drive, Dubuque, IA

"…They do catering for wedding receptions and are reasonably priced!!…"
11. Montage

Nominee for: New American

222 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA

"…Montage is the kind of place that people from the East/West coasts don't expect to find in Iowa. It has awesome gourmet cuisine, but enough great Iowa…"
12. Cu

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant, New American

320 East 4th Street, Waterloo, IA

"…This is by far one of the best restaurants in Downtown Waterloo that I have been to in a very long time. The waitstaff is superb, the food is outstan…"
13. L.May Eatery

Nominee for: New American, Pizza, Romantic Restaurant

1072 Main St, Dubuque, IA

"…They are the BEST because it's a different feeling when you walk in the door. From the smiling face greeting you and seating you, to the comfortable b…"
14. DaVinci's

Nominee for: New American

395 W 9th St, Dubuque, IA

"…YUMMY…"
15. Ferrari's Ristorante

Nominee for: New American

1521 Technology Pkwy, Cedar Falls, IA

"…If you want an upscale dinning experience without having to pay an arm and a leg for it, Ferraris is your place!! Great food, great atmosphere and alw…"
18. Stella

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant, New American

1006 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA