When you’re craving a tasty meal with homemade fixings in Iowa, you won’t have to look far to find it. We have tons of great restaurants serving up food prepared from scratch all over the state. Here’s a restaurant that’s located right in the middle of an Iowa farm, and it’s worth the journey.
The Machine Shed Restaurant got its start back in 1978, with its Davenport location. Dedicated to the hard work of the American farmer, this little gem soon expanded, with six restaurants in Iowa and surrounding states. Pictured is the Urbandale location.
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This restaurant may be located right off the Interstate, but it’s situated on a few acres of pretty pasture with a pond, and it’s adjacent to The Living History Farms.
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There’s no better way to start your day than with a hearty breakfast here. In fact, the Travel Channel has proclaimed this the Best Breakfast in America! Enjoy thick-sliced ham, hash browns, eggs, pancakes, sweet rolls, and more.
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When lunchtime rolls around, you’ll want to head to this place for a delicious salad, bowl of soup, or sandwich. The pork tenderloin sandwich is the most popular lunch item, and you’ll see why when it arrives at your table.
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Warm up with a bowl of the Shed’s World Famous Baked Potato Soup. It’s rich and creamy, with Colby cheese, green onion, and crispy bits of bacon.
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Dinner starts with fresh-baked, hot rolls. These morsels will melt in your mouth.
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There’s nothing to make your evening better than a plate piled high with comfort food, and that’s what The Machine Shed does best. Enjoy tasty entrees like traditional pot roast, roasted stuffed Iowa pork chop, plowman’s meatloaf, and more.
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With home-baked desserts like this chocolate ganache cake, made-from-scratch pies, and apple dumpling, you’ll definitely want to save a little room.
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The Machine Shed supports the Living History Farms and often provides food for various events there.
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Visit the Urbandale location of The Machine Shop Restaurant Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
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See Machine Shed Restaurant’s full menu on its website, and make sure to follow the restaurant’s Facebook page for the latest specials.
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You’ll find the Urbandale restaurant at 11151 Hickman Rd., Urbandale, IA 50322.
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Looking for more great dining in Iowa? Check out this charming lakefront restaurant where you can enjoy your meal on the beach.
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