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Starlite Room
3300 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, United States
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Be
Review №1

Really nice homey atmosphere. My mushroom Swiss burger was good but not great. The jalapeno poppers are way overpriced and not worth the money. Waiters were very attentive and made sure we were well taken care of. No mask required.

Ta
Review №2

Small town pub. Simple folks, laid back. Surprisingly excellent food for a pub

Ti
Review №3

We brought our dog eevee to eat with us on the porch. Was an amazing experience. Here is her begging for cheese balls that we did not give her.

Ja
Review №4

Ive never had a bad experience at Starlite. Love this place!! My fav is the chicken mushroom and swiss sandwich.

Da
Review №5

We go as a group of a dozen on Saturday and always excellent service and good food

Da
Review №6

Generally good. Kiddos enjoyed the cheese burger and chicken fingers. Would have been nice to know the coke only comes in cans. Our burger with Jalepenos was good paired with some fries. Meal was what I would expect from Starlite - good, reliable and classic atmosphere.

Te
Review №7

Service was quick & friendly. However, I ordered a hamburger & got a cheeseburger...I remember the burger to be bigger & flavor better. The mushrooms were as I remember!Not sure If Ill go back.

K
Review №8

Coming from DSM for a wedding and needed a quick place for lunch before Mass. Good amount of food for the price. Delicious! Excellent service by waitstaff and on-site manager. Wonderful place with lots of character. 👍

Da
Review №9

I did a change up and had the tuna salad sandwich and it was loaded with excellent fresh made tuna salad! And the service is always great.

An
Review №10

Great local eatery. Corn dog bites, and melts are to die for. Free popcorn while you wait for food. Caters to local sports broadcasts.

Gr
Review №11

Excellent service and great food. Next visit I will try the Reuben. Im always up for a good Reuben.

Jo
Review №12

You cant miss with anything on their menu. Tenderloin sandwich is our favorite. Great coleslaw too! Service is friendly and responsive.

Gr
Review №13

Its the best nice people good food

Ma
Review №14

Was here the other day and ordered a 2 super burgers. The 2 of us thought they tasted funny. Come to find ot from the server that there super burger contains soy! Really? This place constantly gets rave reviews and best burger nominations!?!?!? How? Its mostly frozen food and soy burgers. Its not cheap either. If you order a side with yor meal it will be $11-13 dollars. She also said the kitchen is a circus show. No labels, no dates, not very clean and cooks who could care less. Not a happy individual

As
Review №15

Great food even greater staff. Always a great experience!

Bo
Review №16

First time there being in CR and the hospitality was refreshing.

jo
Review №17

Good food, great service. Nice small business

Ja
Review №18

Food was good but not great. Waitress did not check up on us very often. When our food came out, half of our order was wrong. Asking for a refill was the cardinal sin. Tabitha was very rude and after she messed up our, she never came back to our table.

Br
Review №19

Excellent service, food, and atmosphere. We got to choose where to sit so our level of social distancing comfort was met. All staff wore masks and checked in on us often. I love how all the staff works together too make sure every customer gets great service.

El
Review №20

Good service, great food. Fun atmosphere and good prices too.

Lu
Review №21

The starlite is a great place to have a beer and awesome burger. A very clean restaurant/ bar and welcoming. They have a bar area you can eat at as well as a dining area as well. I recommend to someone looking for an old fashion burger and fries. Service was excellent and food came out within 15 minutes.

Gl
Review №22

I usually love the Starlite room. I ordered the Super Cheeseburger and breaded mushrooms. Service was slow, which all places seem short staffed so I will excuse that......this time. Burger wasnt as tasty as I remember , kind of bland. The breaded mushrooms were cooked well and delicious. I would go back, maybe an off day?

Gr
Review №23

Its not what it used to be. Hadnt been there for a few years. The burger was decent, but seemed better years ago. Also had a fight break out in the bar area; didnt make the meal any better.

ar
Review №24

This restaurant serves up a delicious, comforting, burger at a good price. There isnt a full bar, decor is 1970s grandpas basement, and they wont ask how you want your burger cooked- you get what you get, but youll like it! Set your expectations accordingly and know that all imaginable fried appetizers are at your disposal.

Bo
Review №25

Old fashioned down scale fried burgers served on wax paper.very popular with local young and old.

Da
Review №26

Good service, friendly staff. Its been about 18 years since I have been here. Not quite as I remember the good tasting. Not bad however

Ma
Review №27

Great place. Was a slight mix up but they fixed the order. Personal there r awesome & friendly would recommend in a heartbeat

Br
Review №28

Zoltar will tell you you future well mo not rely but its one of the cool things here at the starlight room always aways a good time their the workers will remember a lot about if you have gone there before if not try it find out for yourself AWESOME

CF
Review №29

Not the best burger in Cedar Rapids. The burgers are consistently good. The atmosphere is what sells this place. Always great service. Always open when most of CR is closed. Great prices and always worth the stop. Try the chili- its really good!

Gr
Review №30

Super Burger was as good as ever. Waitress was fun, knowledge and always had a smile.

Ka
Review №31

Service seems to be alittle slow due to much talking behind bar .love eating there

Ka
Review №32

Staff is always amazing and the. Food is Awesome!

Jo
Review №33

Idk why everyone raves about this place. Mediocre pub food and last time I ordered a beer there it was served in a disgustingly dirty glass. Meh.

Ja
Review №34

Christine always puts a smile on my face my friends bday we had got food close to kitchen close and drinks are on point made my girls bday ty Starlight xoxo

Ra
Review №35

Food was delish! Service ugg..

Pa
Review №36

Great burgers and deep fried mushrooms. Very friendly staff. I try and go here when Im in town.

De
Review №37

The food and service was amazing, handmade tenderloins are the way to go. No fat and grissell it was so good and huge, definitely need a dog bag.

Ja
Review №38

The server was friendly and did a great job. The food was disappointing and I had stomach issues for 2 days after that. Not saying it was the food, but... yeah. Not impressed at all this visit.

De
Review №39

Great live music the night I went

A
Review №40

Food was good, people were friendly and service was great.

Al
Review №41

I have gone here for over 25 years! As a kid and now as am adult, I have always loved it here. Great prices and lax environment.

Ma
Review №42

Kids and I had a great time. I had the pork tenderloin. It was delicious. Think Ill try the fried chicken next time cuz that looked good when they brought someone elses out.

El
Review №43

Always a good place to eat, or have some.drinks, fast and friendly service

La
Review №44

The service was good, but the food was just ok. We would probably go back and give them another chance.

Be
Review №45

One waitress was cool the other one not so I know the hamburgers come with wax paper but you didnt have to toss it at me Ill never go back there again

Ja
Review №46

Always great food at great prices. The Reuben is awsome!

Ro
Review №47

You gotta try the hot open roast beef sandwich!I have been to this town twice and I have eaten it both times.

Th
Review №48

Great burger fast service!

Sh
Review №49

Ordered carry out tenderloins, onion rings, cheese balls. Quick, affordable, hard to beat!

Be
Review №50

One of our favorite places to have a scrumptious burger!

Wi
Review №51

Can be pretty busy at times, but Ive never been disappointed. Be coming here since I was a little kid.

La
Review №52

Because sometimes you just want a really good burger that doesnt cost as much as your weekly grocery budget. Quick meal, friendly staff, very relaxed atmosphere.

Sa
Review №53

Always amazing food and outstanding customer service!!

Le
Review №54

Excellent burgers! Relaxed atmosphere and very friendly staffing

De
Review №55

Good food. Good service for the most part. Waitresses were complaining about each other and how busy it was, was the only down side.

Li
Review №56

LOVE THIS PLACE. We moved near this bar about two years ago. And it is probably the coziest place I’ve ever been. The food is really affordable, they have great staff, and I always love their grilled cheese and pickles. Very homey and a great burger joint! (We have eaten here AT LEAST 15 times).

je
Review №57

Fun family dining here plus a full bar!

Ch
Review №58

Low key, friendly gathering spot w yummy food;-)

Te
Review №59

What you need to know is, I didnt even want to come here. I knew it was good for a burger or whatever but honestly I was disappointed still from a bad experience elsewhere at a different restaurant. We decided to eat outside on the patio cause the sun was coming down. The ceiling fan seemed to suffice in keeping up cool. We hadnt sat long at all before our server Ashley came to great us. Our drinks came fast and my beer was cold. Ashley was a delight. She joked with us and the other patrons there. We needed for nothing, the service was amazing. The food was amazing. From the complimentary popcorn all the way to my mushroom and swiss. Everything was hot and tasty. We had a GREAT time. I super glad we came. I tip, but I HATE doing it. With the great service and tasty food I was happy to leave a tip.

La
Review №60

For this place is absolutely spectacular it was such a great Everyone with the high new rate in loving and sweet and the wages and waiters were beautiful interacting me to the bathroom didnt know that need to go to the bathroom But they let me know where woz anyways probably because I got 7 refills and they assume that I probably should P. They also left a flirty :) on my receipt so kind wish I could give 6 stars but only 5 allowed

Ma
Review №61

Top notch food and great service. One of the best burgers in town!

To
Review №62

Best burgers, corn nuggets, and fried dill pickle spears! Great service.

Lo
Review №63

Always love this place.

Ky
Review №64

Quick service! Good fish!

Tr
Review №65

Great French Dip

Li
Review №66

Great food staff is pretty good. Waited a while for a check. Jad to ask at the bar.to get one.

Su
Review №67

Very attentive waittress! And great food!

Z
Review №68

Yummy burgers.

Li
Review №69

Yummy burger.

Ja
Review №70

I love the history of this place. Its basically a historical landmark for the area. I really enjoyed the staff, theyre all very sweet and make you feel at home. The food was pretty good. They put popcorn at your table with seasoning salt which is good. The burgers, the staple, are pretty tasty. I think its worth going to for the history, the burgers, and the atmosphere. Its personally not something Id go to all the time, but prices are good, and its worth the visit every now and then or if youre strolling through Cedar Rapids.

Pa
Review №71

IT IS MY NEIGHBORHOOD BAR AND GRILLE BECAUSE LIKE THAT FAMOUS ESTABLISHMENT IN BOSTON EVERYBODY KNOWS YOUR NAME !!! ❤💕❤💕❤

Ma
Review №72

I wish they would go back to their old style of french fries!

Be
Review №73

I work for postmates and I went to get a order today and was denied service because it was for a food delivery service, I make my money from it and because of them refusing service I am not able to do any more orders for postmates for a week because I had to cancel the order on the customer since they decided to not let me order food. Im sure their food is good but Im not screwed out of work for a week because of them deciding food delivery services are not welcome.

Da
Review №74

We stopped in tonight and WOW! The food was amazing! I have always loved the food here but its been awhile. Ashley, our waitress was the bomb! Great personality, funny and on top of things the entire time! Ashley, thanks for the refills on my Coke...er...uh...Dr Pepper. lol

De
Review №75

Best 1/2 lb cheeseburger!

Je
Review №76

Ordered chicken tenders. 1 decent size and 2 mcnugget size. Dipping sauce for my wifes French dip was less than room temp. Over all - meh. Shouldve order the tenderloin. Its always good.

Br
Review №77

Delicious food, super friendly staff, and great prices. 1st time going there, but we will definitely be back!

Gl
Review №78

Excellent neighborhood bar. Good food.

Va
Review №79

Always a gret place to eat. Live the food!!

Ro
Review №80

Great local burger joint!

Ra
Review №81

Awesome place to eat..go there at least 1 a month..service is great...food is great...

Jo
Review №82

Always a great place for lunch.

Gi
Review №83

Food was delicious!!

AJ
Review №84

Always wonderful food and pleasant staff.

me
Review №85

It was my first time eating there my hamburger was raw and they hurried up and got me a fresh fully cooked burger and gave me a discount very friendly people. Made me feel at home I really enjoyed myself first time being there.great service

Li
Review №86

Always have fun here.

J
Review №87

Best Grilled Cheese Ive ever had.

Ma
Review №88

The burger was awesome! More importantly, the staff was very accommodating for my grandfathers birthday, and he clearly had a great time. That was so important, and they delivered a great experience for him. Thank you!

Sa
Review №89

Tryed to call in an order. The girl that answered was rude then put me “on hold” and I was disconnected. Tryed calling back for over 30 minutes, so we just decided to order from somewhere else.

ch
Review №90

Bloody Mary was very well made! And the Mushroom and Swiss burger was one of the best I have had in a long time highly recommend the burgers.🇺🇸👍🇺🇸

A
Review №91

The serve delicious hamburgers and fries here. The interior is a little rundown, but the service is fantastic. They have a great drink selection and its in a convenient location. I would definitely come back if Im in the area.

Ja
Review №92

OMGee this burger is really good. Like it tastes upscale homemade!! Today was my first time but wont be my last!!! Even the 1/4 lb hot dog was great!!

Ke
Review №93

First time visit was outstanding!!!Friendly courteous staff with great service.

Ro
Review №94

Food is great order out every week.Delicious

Ca
Review №95

Best place in town for food and sports 💓💓💓

Ji
Review №96

Place was pretty busy. Lots of friendly wait staff though. Loved the fried pickles and corn nugget appetizers. Wasnt fond of the Cod nuggets though. They have the best super burgers, will have to go back to ordering those.

Ci
Review №97

Great tendlions here!!

Lo
Review №98

This is like an old fashioned burger joint, but also has a bar. There is a separate dining area if you have children. We absolutely love their prices and their burgers and fries. They also have good salads and other food. Has old tables and chairs, booths, just like a small town place to eat. This place is not high end. Its after work, jeans, bring the kids, a burger (and a beer with it, if you want). They also show ball games or its a nice place to go with your couples friends after a movie.

te
Review №99

Still love the Starlite burger.

Ti
Review №100

This is standing as my favorite place in Cedar Rapids/Marion to date after being here for six years, and my true rating is 6 stars.The food isnt out of this world. There is nothing amazing. At all. But what it has is done right EVERY DAMN TIME. I have been to this establishment 20+ times and Ive NEVER had a complaint about the food, the service, or the wait. By God, I dont come in but once every so many months, and the bartenders/wait staff make me feel like Im a regular, and Im pretty sure they dont remember me! Its simple. They have cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, fish and chips, fries, breaded mushrooms, crab rangoons, salads. Look at their menu, they actually have quite a selection, but its all simple. Sides dont automatically come with the sandwiches, which is great. Maybe I wasnt that hungry. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, and it just feels comfortable to be there. I could sit here and chat with friends for hours. I really want to thank Starlite Room for being what it is and the people for being who they are. I dont come in often enough for this to be an episode of Cheers, but if I had a bar or a restaurant I would ever make a second home, it would be this one.

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  • Address:3300 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, United States
  • Site:http://thestarliteroom.com/
  • Phone:+1 319-362-4759
Categories
  • Banquet hall
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Hamburger restaurant
  • Lounge
  • Pool hall
Working hours
  • Monday:11am–10pm
  • Tuesday:11am–10pm
  • Wednesday:11am–10pm
  • Thursday:11am–10pm
  • Friday:11am–10pm
  • Saturday:11am–10pm
  • Sunday:11am–10pm
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Health and safety
  • Staff wear masks:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Highlights
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Sport:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Kids' menu:Yes
  • Late-night food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Historic:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
  • University students:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
  • LGBTQ-friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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