Breakfast is the most important meal of the day – or, at least that’s what they say. Enjoy a delicious start to your morning when you head to the Dandy Lion, where you’ll find an outrageously tasty and fresh breakfast in Iowa City.

If you're trying to track down a delicious breakfast in Iowa City, head to Dubuque Street and try out the Dandy Lion!
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This modern, bright, and airy cafe is one of the most welcoming dining rooms in the state!
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Their menu features southern-style specialties and American classics. Your tastebuds will go crazy for their benedicts, omelettes, and sweet ways to start the day.
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Be sure to try their famous hashbrowns - they come with each breakfast entree.
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If you love pancakes, you're in luck. Their fluffy buttermilk flapjacks are gigantic!
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The Dandy Lion frequently offers specials, like this Chocolate Babka French Toast that was offered last winter. Talk about yum!
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They even make delicious, homemade donuts!
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Along with breakfast and brunch dishes, the Dandy Lion also serves up lighter lunch fare, made with locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
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Try to save room for something sweet at the end of your meal, because their fresh baked goods are delicious.
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Visit The Dandy Lion on Facebook to see their recent specials, or check out their menu on their website, here.

For more fun in Iowa City, read about how you can Find More Than 50,000 Rare, Antiquated and Vintage Books at The Haunted Bookshop, the Largest Discount Bookstore in Iowa, and Sip Wine While You Read At Prairie Lights, The One-Of-A-Kind Bookstore Bar In Iowa. This wonderful, artsy community is a great spot to spend the day here in the Hawkeye State.

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111 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA