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Granite City Food & Brewery - Cedar Rapids

4.5
4.5
267 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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With its warm, inviting and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Brewery
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (319) 395-7500
  • Website
    http://www.gcfb.net/index.cfm
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Thomas
  • Location
    4755 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
  • Neighbourhood
    Cedar Rapids
  • Parking Details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 267 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Iowa

    Great for brunch

  • Iowa

    Child-Friendly

267 Reviews

  1. Katie

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    We come to granite city often. I was shocked by the way things were yesterday. We decided to do brunch here for my birthday. Pay $20 a person is a good deal for the food offered, but yesterday it was not. Everything that was out was dry, most of the trays were almost empty, and nothing was being brought out. Im guessing it was an off day but this was pretty disappointing.

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  2. EdieS

    Des Moines

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely long lunch with family members. great service!!

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  3. JasperJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Waitress was amazing, service was amazing, overall vide was just awesome

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  4. Stacy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great but I think what made it excellent was having Blake as our server. He was amazing. There were six of us with three kids age 10-13. He was always making sure everyone had a full drink, interacted with the kids and was just overall extremely friendly and personable. I think that’s the best service I’ve received at a restaurant ever.

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  5. MaryB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Over cooked sausages and no pancakes. Didn’t get coffee when needed.

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  6. Mary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The very best brunch around in my opinion! Always a special treat!

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  7. Hanna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I loved the grilled salmon and the chocolate cake!

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  8. JakeL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome good, awesome service, awesome menu and drink options, we will definitely be back.

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  9. BarbW

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The French onion soup was so so good . And the small ceasar salad just hit the spot .

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  10. EdieS

    Des Moines

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We shared Idaho Nachos, wings and fish tacos. All delicious. Also had excellent service.

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  11. NikkiL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great and the food was really good.

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  12. JessicaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was good and our server was great! She was very sweet and very quick considering how busy it was.

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  13. NancyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and a lot of varied selections! Very friendly staff

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  14. StacyB

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience5
    We attended the Mothers Day Brunch, which was considerably more expensive than the normal brunch price. It irritates me that for $35, a token beverage like coffee or iced tea is NOT included. There was no hot vegetable option and the only salad was out the whole time we were there. The food that was offered was delicious and there were several options, but it was NOT worth the extra cost over an and above the normal Sunday brunch. It felt like a money grab to take advantage of the holiday. The service was good and ordering omelettes/eggs Benedict/ham/prime rib was efficient compared to standing in line for those items. The cinnamon rolls were delicious. For $35 per person, it was disappointing. Also, it would be helpful to have labels in front of the Buffet dishes. One dish was seafood and some people have shellfish allergies. Labels on items that are not readily recognizable would be helpful for diners.

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  15. TinaK

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    I understand this was Mother's Day Brunch, but the food kept running out and having to wait for it to be put out especially when you are given a time limit to eat. The prime rib was overcooked to well with no pink at all and my omelet was burned. The ham was good and the cinnamon rolls amazing. Our server disappeared on us leaving the bill with out us before we were finished. My husband had to have another server find ours so we could pay the bill. It was overpriced for what was offered. Will be going back to Iowa River Power Restaurant next year.

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  16. RogerS

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sienna was our server and she was phenomenal! The food was fantastic and we would highly recommend.

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  17. TJLW

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    In the past I have thoroughly enjoyed the brunch, especially the mother's day brunch. However, this year was not good. The food did not taste well and there were not many options to choose from. Sincerely, Disappointed.

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  18. Lkrm

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    The buffet was average but the price was high. The waitress didn’t explain anything and we missed out on some of the food (omelets and ham) because you have to ask for it. The food seemed over cooked. Nothing special.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Mothers Day brunch because we have found high quality and consistency at this Granite City. It did not disappoint all the dishes were delicious, and service was great.

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  20. NadineG

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    Very disappointed. We have been there in the past for Easter and Mother’s Day buffets. There was no carving station so you had tell them him if you want prime rib or ham. They bring 1 slice, it was cold, no horseradish and it was brought while we are in the food line. Then we had to wait for him to come around again so we could tell him we’d like horseradish and waited in that and it was even more cold. Then there was no omelette station, so he finally came back with a paper for my husband to say what he wanted and his omelette, and when the omelette came, it was burnt around the edges smelled awful, and my husband ate a few bites and said “this has no taste” and did not eat it. I guess they do not offer any other beverages except for Coke products. That’s what we were offered. In the past we have had a mimosa or something. This felt very rushed, he brought us our bill right away and we were never offered dessert, which from my understanding was included in the $35 price. I was full, but I would’ve been glad to take a piece of desert home and so would have my husband. As far as we are concerned it was not a very good value for the money. It felt very rushed throughout the whole thing. The buffet food was not anything to write home about. The meat they brought to us was cold and we had to wait to get horseradish which made it colder. It felt like they tried to be stingy. The fruit was very good, that’s about all I can say. I guess they accomplished what they wanted. We were in and out in 40-45 minutes. We will not be back for any buffets.

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  21. Katie

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful as always!!! Our server was amazing even when my husbands shrimp boil wasn’t available she made sure she gave the best service even though we were not upset.

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  22. jims

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    We have had brunch at GC several times, This time it was terrible food warm, asked for med rare prime rib received overly done could not cut it much less eat it! LAST TIME I WASTE MY MONEY THERE

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  23. StacyB

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food quality and service at GC is always top notch. It's a great dining experience.

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  24. WilliamL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Seated quickly, good service, good food at a reasonable price. Would definitely recommend this place. I will visit there again

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  25. CherylS

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    We have celebrated holidays at Granite City many times, but this visit was sub-par. The food was not up to standard, in selection and in taste. Service was poor...our waitperson never directed us to the omelet and meat station that was located separate from the buffet, in the bar area. (We had to remark to her that we had expected these items before she said, Oh yeah, it's over there.) She never asked what desserts we wanted, rather, she brought plates of whatever she thought we wanted and dumped them on the table. She acted like she was rushing us.

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  26. shadow

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience3
    I had to give 1 star for service/overall due to no response from management from being chest hit by an employee. I’m disabled and use a cane. While walking to the restrooms, a middle aged female employee was working with others taking down the buffet tables. She kept stepping in front of me as I tried passing her. After 3 times of this she aggressively threw/slide a stack of chairs directly in front of me almost hitting my cane. Another employee saw this and ran and grabbed the chairs to pull them to the side. By this time she had moved directly by the restroom entrance. I was walking a straight line to get to the restroom and she made eye contact and charged at me, chest slamming me, almost knocking me over. She then continued to the tables to taken them down as I stumbled to catch my balance from almost falling. The next day this was brought to the attention of the manager and we were only told “I’ll look into it”. There has been zero follow up. Your cameras would have seen everything. With spinal injuries, it caused great pain for the next few days from the hard impact. It appears the woman did not want to be working so she was aggressive and was ready to knock any customer over so she could finish what she was doing. Our dinner server was great. He kept checking to see if we needed drink refills. Some of the food items were consistently out, so there was delays on getting some items. The attack at the end is ridicules. I guess the woman wanted me to dive to the side to avoid being rammed by her. Since I can’t move fast she decided to collide head on to me instead. She can walk triple the speed I can so it was intentional by her to ram me like that. I don’t plan on returning since there was no follow up and they clearly think trying to knock disabled customers over is ok.

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  27. DebH

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Disappointed in the food overall. No ham available. No ham on Easter? Biscuits in pieces and gravy like water. Salmon dry. Macaroni very runny. Dishes not refilled.

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  28. MomN

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The Easter buffet had 2 lines, one with the side type dishes and one with all the other, prime rib, eggs benedict, ham, omelet. They were both across the restaurant from each other. The first line went pretty fast, the prime rib line was pretty slow. and no plates were on this line ( so we had to other line across the restaurant for a plate) one guy was cutting ham and roast beef and one guy for the omelets,& eggs benedict. This was too much for one person to do omelets and egg benedicts. That is where the line got held up. With only an hour to complete our meal on Easter we spent at least 15 min waiting in line for food and didn't spend a lot of time enjoying each others company as we were standing in line at different times . The food was very good no complaints other than not real hot by the time we got through the line. I think will go back to cooking our Easter meal so we can relax and enjoy our time together.

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  29. TammieC

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful server - she brought us all water and cinnamon rolls. The Easter Brunch was beyond wonderful. The six of us had an amazing experience at Granite City and this has been our family tradition for years. See you next year! Thank you!

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  30. Wycyberguy

    Denver

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great again! Love the brunch, they did an outstanding job this Easter. We love this place!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and excellent service

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  32. JamieP

    Des Moines

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Mediocre at best and staff was nice when you saw them.

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  33. EdieS

    Des Moines

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Worth a visit to have the Idaho Nachos with Granite City sauce. Listed as an appetizer, but eats like a whole dinner!

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  34. MaryP

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food wa Great, service was Great and we enjoyed our Time

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  35. JulieF

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine special was a great value. Outstanding food, and very good service.!

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  36. AmandaM

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Granite City was great as always. Our server Kevin was on top of things and very attentive. Food and drinks were delicious.

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  37. TooTall

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very nice, server, Terren was great, just the right amount and frequency of attention. My aunts and sister and I had a great time!

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  38. ChristyJ

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The reservation process for a party of 10 was easy, servers were attentive and polite. Great experience and delicious food for the value!

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  39. Ckritt

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    New Years Day Sunday Buffet. Good value, good food. Enjoyed the outing.

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  40. DustieF

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was fantastic, very attentive, but not annoying. The food was delicious, and a decent amount for the price. I would say that there isn't a great variety of gluten free alcohol drinks, unless you pay for a mixed drink. They could carry couple of hard ciders for choice.

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Granite City Food & Brewery - Cedar Rapids does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Granite City Food & Brewery - Cedar Rapids also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (319) 395-7500.

Granite City Food & Brewery - Cedar Rapids is rated 4.5 stars by 267 OpenTable diners.

Granite City Food & Brewery - Cedar Rapids does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today

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Google Map for Granite City Food & Brewery - Cedar Rapids

4755 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Cedar Rapids
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Brewery
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Thomas
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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