Riley's Cafe

Riley's Cafe

804 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA

★★★★★4.5(64 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Riley's Cafe is a humble, family-run neighborhood institution that takes its breakfast seriously, with standout dishes like their signature Benedicts and a Cedar Rapids Scramble featuring perfectly cooked eggs and rosemary-butter fried potatoes that elevate the comfort food experience. This understated spot welcomes families and lingerers alike, serving the kind of honest, well-executed breakfast and lunch that keeps regulars coming back to a place that's clearly been a gathering point for the community for years. While service can be inconsistent on busy mornings, the thoughtful touches—like quality rye toast and creative egg dishes—reveal a kitchen that cares about getting the fundamentals right.”

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Light foodMeetingsFamily friendlySlow sitFull breakfastTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Chris Swiser
★★★★★3 weeks ago

I actually went in to see how they had changed the old Boston Fish setup. There still is the sitting room to your left, but now right in front is a bar (and seating) and there is an outdoor patio. I had the shipwreck, which was very good. My friend had the everything omlette,…

JSL
★★★★★4 weeks ago

Little hidden gem been in Cedar Rapids for 8mo and just found this spot and it’s my second time here so delicious best sausage Pattie’s ever really recommend a try

MELENIE GAGNON
★★★★★3 months ago

Was disappointed in the place. Read good reviews so thought we would give it a try. Music too loud, service so-so. People came in after us, we're waited on before us. Husband ordered an omelet almost could see it on the plate. I ordered the Boston Fish sandwich, was more…

Taja Waldon
★★★★★8 months ago

This review comes with a little hesitation. So, let me explain. My boyfriend brought me here a year ago and let's just say. I made this the place to eat.... if my boyfriend wanted to make up 😆 but in a recent visit. The new cook they have... just popped my normal expectation of…

Randy Gunter
★★★★★8 months ago

Really understated restaurant. Small and family run. Great breakfast menu, they serve lunch as well. Try the Rileys Benedict and add a side of taters, you won't leave hungry.

Colin Flynn
★★★★★10 months ago

1st off- bonus points for the wonderful hint of rosemary & butter with the fried potatoes in my breakfast. I had the Cedar Rapids shipwreck/scramble. Eggs perfectly done & really good rye toast. Combine that with the screen porch seating & it was an excellent breakfast. The…

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