Best places in Charles City

Discover the best places in Charles City, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 34 places in the city.

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Culs Courthouse Grille
American restaurant
👍👍 This is a really cool restaurant along a really great bike path. Whenever we bike the VA Capital Trail we always stop here. The food and service has always been excellent. They often have live entertainment which has always been surprisingly excellent. They have an outdoor seating area but we love t...
$ $$$
4.70 (949 reviews)
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Plaza Mexico
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 Great service, food and great drinks!! They make amazing fajitas and I also love the Pollo loco. If you're in the mood for something small try a taco duro!Anything that they have on special I would recommend trying! You literally cannot go wrong with any dish that you order from plaza Mexico Charles...
$ $$$
4.60 (820 reviews)
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Dave's Restaurant
Restaurant
👍👍 Amazing, local spot. On most occasions, will exceed expectations in most categories. Our most recent did not. Everything was delicious as ever. That being said, the portions were tiny (our hodge podge had one(1)mozzarella stick, burger was small) and the cashier definitely did not want to be there,...
$ $$$
4.60 (421 reviews)
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Charles Theatre
Movie theater
Run by volunteers, this updated vintage movie house sells discount tickets for nightly screenings.
4.70 (257 reviews)
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Aromas
Coffee shop
👍👍 Super cute coffee shop on Main Street in Charles City, Iowa. Lots of different coffee items and more. I tried a strawberry peach smoothie . Yum! 🍓🍑
$$ $$
4.80 (188 reviews)
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Pub On the Cedar
Bar & grill
👍👍 Muy….Muy….Bueno! On the edge of Cedar River you will find this great pub spot. Make yourself a favor and order the Bourbon burger (delicious) wash it down with a cold draft beer of your choice and you will be on point! Wife had the raspberry chicken salad and daughter had the yummy popcorn chicken s...
$$ $$
4.50 (879 reviews)
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Fareway Meat and Grocery
Grocery store
Grocery chain selling produce & dry goods, with meat, dairy & bakery departments.
$ $$$
4.70 (207 reviews)
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Comet Bowl
Bar & grill
👍👍 Have eaten here several times. Always fresh. Always quality. Of particular note, is their Reuben sandwich; get it with seasoned curly fries! I have tried several things across the varied menu; have never been disappointed. Their ranch is top notch.
$ $$$
4.50 (425 reviews)
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R Campground
Campground
👍👍 Very nice campground. Beautiful campsites along the Ceader River. Very comfortable and relaxing. Randy really went out of his way to help some southerners who were not at all prepared for Iowa wether. Fantastic host!
4.70 (158 reviews)
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Hy-Vee Grocery Store
Grocery store
$$ $$
4.30 (935 reviews)
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Hot Shots Billiards
Bar & grill
$ $$$
4.50 (213 reviews)
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Otto's Oasis
Florist
4.70 (122 reviews)
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Tellurian Brewing
Brewery
5.00 (74 reviews)
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All About Cheesesteaks
Restaurant
👍👍 Stopped by from out of town, so glad the decision was made. Best philly I've had in Iowa, dessert options were stellar as well! Employees couldn't of been nicer! Don't worry about the price! I would reccomend getting a full and sharing... (The image is a half order)
4.90 (84 reviews)
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Charles City Whitewater
Park
👍👍 Great park by the river with some small rapids that you can go fishing in! If you happen to catch an exceptionally big whale, they have poles with winch cables attached to help you pull it up to your trailer. There's also a paved walking trail that is good for getting your exercise if you are so i...
4.50 (151 reviews)
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Lawrence Lewis Jr., Park
Park
👍👍 It's a good ramp very nice parking lot but a bit small. It does have restrooms, clean and secure. There is a drop box for the 5 dollar fee if you are not a county resident to use the ramp. Well worth the 5 bucks. Bring a pin to write with. There is also a public fishing pier.
4.50 (145 reviews)
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Cedar River Pizza Co.
Pizza restaurant
👍👍 Good pizza, you can tell they use good quality ingredients. We ordered the Hometown Combo and would recommend 👌
4.70 (90 reviews)
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Sleep Inn & Suites
Hotel
Warm rooms & suites in a straightforward property with an indoor pool, a gym & free breakfast.
$98/night
4.20 (306 reviews)
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Snap Fitness Charles City
Gym
👍👍 BEST gym in town. High quality/clean equipment, friendly & positive members/staff, positive environment! Owners have made a positive impact bringing Snap Fitness to Charles City! Staffed hours make it simple for questions, concerns!
4.90 (57 reviews)
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Lucky Dragon
Restaurant
👍👍 We love Lucky Dragon. The food is great. The service is excellent. We love going there any time of day.
$$ $$
4.30 (166 reviews)
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