Maquoketa Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Maquoketa

April 14, 2018 Giuseppe Pratt

Maquoketa /ˌməˈkoʊkɪtə/ is a city in Jackson county in the U.S. state of Iowa. Located on the Maquoketa River, it is the county seat of Jackson County.
Things to do in Maquoketa

1. Bluff Lake

9343 95th Ave. One Mile Outside Maquoketa Caves State Park, Maquoketa, IA 52060 Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Seafood Dinner +1 319-652-3272
Excellent
52%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
1%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 79 reviews

Bluff Lake

Reviewed By Goodscout - Dubuque, IA

Bluff Lake is located in a rural location with a nice lake view and cozy lodge style building. The place is always busy and be prepared for a hour wait. What's the hurry?
Have a couple of coctails and relax. Have a conversation and enjoy your evening. The nightly special is encouraged. They
Serve all you care to eat family style. They
Will cook off the menu but it is unspoken discouraged. I ordered a cod instead of the special and didn't get chewed out. The food is not goirmet, but it is very good. Plenty to eat and nice prices. Give it a try.

2. Dairy Queen

707 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-3508 +1 563-652-4702
Excellent
60%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5 reviews

Dairy Queen

Reviewed By hoogo - USA

This old school Dairy Queen has a drive up window, walk up window and no inside seating. They were doing a good business on a hot Sunday afternoon. A cookie dough Blizzard and medium cone were up to Dairy Queen standards.

3. Sweet Things Bakery

107 N Main St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-2202 +1 563-652-9833
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 10 reviews

Reviewed By cantravelCalifornia - california

This was our first experience with this bakery and ordered carrot cake and cheese cake for a family reunion. Both were outstanding. It will be a destination for our next trip.
Wish it were open more hours so we could try more of their products. We were told that their donuts are special, too.

4. La Casa De Pancho

100 N Main St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-2201 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Mexican, Southwestern, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +1 563-748-0018
Excellent
52%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

La Casa De Pancho

Reviewed By Danielle B

I have to say this was my first time here and the food was average but the service was horrible. First we had to ask for drink twice after waiting 15mins to get service. Then people that came after us got their good first. Then we had to ask twice for a Box n finally asked a busser to get one.

5. Flapjack Family Restaurant

101 McKinsey Dr, Maquoketa, IA 52060-2014 Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +1 563-652-6779
Excellent
48%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 49 reviews

Flapjack Family Restaurant

Reviewed By Davecki - Superior, Wisconsin

The potato soup was worthwhile considering this is corn country. Locals recommended the place which is meritorious. Service competent. Clean enough. Ironic that the welcome sign was worn. Bordered on quaint.

6. Decker Hotel

128 N Main St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-2201 Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible American Lunch, Dinner SGD 10 - SGD 29 +1 563-652-1875
Excellent
48%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 39 reviews

Decker Hotel

A classic hotel in the heart of the Midwest. At Decker Hotel, we invite you to rest, relax and capture the spirit of Maquoketa's history. From the moment you step into the lobby and are greeted by our grand staircase, you'll know you've arrived at a special place. Located in the heart of our downtown since 1875, our charming hotel offers 17 rooms and specialty suites. From our classic restaurant to our neighborhood pub, guests can revel in the care and company that only true Midwestern hospitality can provide.

Reviewed By amdemanes - Groveland, Illinois

Ok at best. Very friendly staff and a beautiful old hotel. The food was not that good. I had a vegetable pasta that didn't have much flavor. Not sure if I would try it again.Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry you didn't enjoy your meal. I will talk with our chef and see what we can do to make that dish a tad better. We appreciate your honest review and hope you give us another try.

7. Main Street Cafe

136 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-3070 Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe, Diner Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner +1 563-652-6679
Excellent
50%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Main Street Cafe

Reviewed By montalker - Bellevue, Iowa

The food is good and the décor is nice. Pictures on the wall are of Maquoketa history. Prices are good but the café does not accept credit cards. Not convenient. Have a concern with the service. The wait staff on this particular evening gave the impression that they did not want to be there. Not the friendliest indeed.

8. Perxactly's Bar and Grill

110 S Olive St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-3014 Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Bar, Pub Late Night, Drinks, Lunch, Dinner +1 563-652-9084
Excellent
46%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 18 reviews

Perxactly's Bar and Grill

Top 10 Burger in Iowa 2016 and 2012 . From the Iowa Beef Council.

Reviewed By nancy p - peosta

I had a taco salad very good and filling my two friends each had a salad, French dip with homemade fries they said they loved all of it!!!! I would recommend this to anyone the next time I go I'm getting a hamburger they say their the best in the state of Iowa! Only thing they should work on is asking if you need a refill on your soda they weren't accomadating to that very well! Can't wait to go again thou! If in town stop in delicious!

that!

9. McDonald's

1000 W Platt St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-2040 +1 563-652-6500
Excellent
33%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
11%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 9 reviews

McDonald's

Reviewed By maranville826 - Stanton, Iowa

My wife and I came through for coffee after visiting the Maquoketa Caves State Park. After all that fun hiking, we stopped in for coffee and apple pie. Best coffee in the business!

10. Obie's West

3610 173rd Ave, Maquoketa, IA 52060-9629 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican Lunch, Dinner +1 563-652-9074
Excellent
32%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
4%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 25 reviews

Obie's West

Reviewed By Michael V - Maquoketa, Iowa

This place was completely remodeled a year or two ago and is always nice a clean with a friendly staff. The taco or enchilada is always a good option, but don't order too much because the portions are huge!

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