Bar and grill restaurants
3 local bar and grill restaurants in Cedar Rapids.
- The Pines Pizza and PubCedar Rapids
- Zeppelins Bar & GrillCedar Rapids
- Old Neighborhood PubCedar Rapids
Plan a night out
Date night ideas in Cedar Rapids
4 kinds of independent spots for a night out.
From a glass of wine to a late dessert, these date ideas come from Cedar Rapids’s independent restaurants, bars, galleries and venues. Check the events calendar for concerts and shows on the night you’re going out.
Breweries
3 local breweries in Cedar Rapids.
- Lion Bridge Brewing Co.Cedar Rapids
- The Quarter Barrel Arcade and BreweryCedar Rapids
- Clock House BrewingCedar Rapids
Cafes
5 local cafes in Cedar Rapids.
- Kismet Coffee & BloomCedar Rapids
- Lightworks CafeCedar Rapids
- BrewhemiaCedar Rapids
Day trips
Towns, parks and lakes within a short drive.
- Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum27 mi southeast
- Newton73 mi west
- Effigy Mounds National Monument82 mi north
Questions
Where should I go on a date in Cedar Rapids?
Start with The Pines Pizza and Pub, Lion Bridge Brewing Co., Kismet Coffee & Bloom; each section lists more local favorites.
What are fun date ideas in Cedar Rapids?
Pair dinner with a show, a gallery or a game night, or plan a day trip. See this week’s events for concerts and live music.
Are these places independent?
Yes. This guide lists independent local businesses and leaves chains out.