Cafe at the Meadows
1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA
Crema's Take
“This Altoona gem strikes a rare balance between a quick coffee stop and a leisurely breakfast destination, where the staff's genuine warmth consistently shines through even on hectic mornings. The kitchen shows real ambition with their full breakfast menu—regulars keep coming back because they trust there's something new and thoughtfully prepared waiting for them, though execution can be uneven on busier days. It's the kind of place where families linger over coffee and conversation, supported by attentive service and a clean, comfortable space that feels like a real community gathering spot.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Great service. They were happy to help us. Great breakfast too. Glad we went and we will go again.
Order my food 9:31 a.m. waited an hour they never bring my food. I was being patience because they were busy and it was only me ordering.
The gal that took my to-go order was very nice and friendly, so 5 star customer service. The restaurant is clean and there is plenty of seating. And the chef did a FANTASTIC job in preparing and cooking the food. Their flatbread pizzas were so good! Give them a try if you haven't had their food yet.
About the 6th or 7th time I've ate here now, and everytime this place has been excellent. Food and service. I have tried something new everytime, and nothing has disappointed. This place is never busy which is surprising considering how good it is. I don't go into the casino at all to gamble, but I stop at Prairie Meadows once in awhile just to eat here. It is definitely worth it. Oct. 3rd. Stopped in here on a Tuesday and had the special, 3 soft shell tacos. They were excellent, and came with a side of fries which were amazing as well. The cashier/waitress was super friendly and had a great personality. This is definitely one of the best places to get a quick bite to eat.
The food was very subpar. The ladies who were working this morning when we went in...they knew how to do their jobs and were very pleasant. I had an omelet that tasted very basic. The bacon was overcooked to the point where it powdered in my mouth. My friend had the pancakes. He said they were just decent. Idk, I don't recommend it for the food but if you need a place to use wifi or to have Starbucks, this is your spot.
Crema Reviews
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