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Motley Cow


4.0 of 5 stars 22 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Market, Iowa City, IA
  • Price range: £9-13 ($15-$20)

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5 of 5 stars
iowacity
7 Nov 2009

My husband and celebrated our wedding anniversary with a meal at the Motley Cow. We had a special and memorable meal at this restaurant when it was still at the old location, and we were eager to try it again. Everything was lovely. You really taste the freshness of the vegetables here. I had a kale and white bean soup... more

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2 of 5 stars
Iowa
1 Sep 2009

We have been to Motley Cow twice in the last month. The first time was early on Sunday morning for brunch, and it was pleasantly good. The second time was later in the evening, around 7:20 on a Thursday night. The restaurant was only about 1/2 full, but it took over an hour, from the time we were seated, until... more

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2 of 5 stars
iowa city
21 Jul 2009

I love supporting local businesses, but I won't go back to the Motley Cow. For the 3rd time in a year (I'm a slow learner), my partner and I were seated and then ignored for 25 minutes. I understood it when they first opened in their new place (growing pains), or when it was Saturday night and we didn't have... more

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5 of 5 stars
chicago, illinois
7 May 2009

While visiting friends recently in Iowa City, I discovered Motley Cow Cafe. The restaurant it reminded me of was the upstairs at Chez Panisse in Berkeley. The feel is casual and the kitchen is open. Like Alice Waters, the chef creates new offerings everyday using locally grown foods. And everything's homemade in the kitchen -- from the breads to the... more

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5 of 5 stars
chicago, IL
25 Apr 2009

Very easy walk from Hotel Vetro. Wonderful Salumi appetizer with tasty marinated vegies accompanying the meats. The calamari has a nicely done light savory breading. Ordered the roasted halibut special and was not disappointed. The bill came to only $150 for 4 people with a cocktail each, 2 appetizers shared, 1 pizza, 3 entrees (entrees come with choice of soup/salad),... more

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5 of 5 stars
Iowa City
16 Mar 2009

My favorite fancy night out place in Iowa City. The menu is always changing, so my husband and I try to make it there each season. Never had a bad meal! more

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5 of 5 stars
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20 Dec 2008
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Unusual, delicious cuisine, and a good selection of wine and beer. Pricey. more

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5 of 5 stars
New Haven
1 Dec 2008

The world-class, outstanding food and service seemed only a bit out of place in homey Iowa City. This restaurant would succeed in any US metropolitan market. more

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2 of 5 stars
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1 Dec 2008
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They stuck me by the kitchen and the bathroom... more

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5 of 5 stars
Iowa City, IA
9 Jun 2008

After living in Boston for 6 years, this is a comfort in Iowa City. The best value gourmet food in town with wonderful daily specials like wellfleet oysters chilled on the half shell, French rack of lamb, or the fried perch with ramulaud. It's eating in the city with Iowa prices. French Steak, not Farmer steak. Good bye A1 Sauce!... more

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* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.