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A new restaurant called Flip N Fizz is coming to Cedar Rapids! Signage has appeared for the new eatery at 1500 20th St SW.

"Two bars. Two completely different experiences. One historic building." That's the description for Shellsburg Speakeasy and Otis’ Saloon, the newest additions to Downtown Shellsburg!

A new restaurant is getting ready to open inside of the old Salsa Guy Cafe in Cedar Rapids. Minnie's BBQ is coming soon to 2874 Mount Vernon Rd SE!

Lots of new bars & restaurants have opened in Eastern Iowa so far this year! Check out a list of the new eateries that have opened in 2026, as well as some of the places expected to open this year.

The Freedom FEASTival is making a comeback this week! The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival event, originally scheduled for June, is happening this Thursday, August 20th.

The Southwest side of Cedar Rapids has a new place to check out for dinner and drinks! Lincoln Lounge & Supper Club is now open for business!

One restaurant closes, another one opens! Polanco Mexican Restaurant is now welcoming customers on Mount Vernon Rd SE in Cedar Rapids, and a new Venezuelan restaurant has opened in Fairfax!

A brand new restaurant is set to take over a former BBQ joint in Cedar Rapids! Victory Social Club will open soon at 3707 1st Ave SE.

The annual St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival in Cedar Rapids is happening this weekend! Check out a rundown of everything you need to know if you're planning to attend the 2026 event!

Eastern Iowans near Kalona have a new local business to check out! Miller’s Time Out is now open in the Bulltowne Plaza on 1st Street!