University of Iowa

30hop Coralville is one of Iowa City's local restaurants, located near University of Iowa. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local burger joint doing its thing in Iowa City. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around Iowa City, which is part of the fun of trying them. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near University of Iowa. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Iowa City favorites.

Adeva Salon & Spa brings a hair salon to Iowa City, Iowa, just steps from University of Iowa. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local hair salon doing its thing in Iowa City. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Iowa City, Iowa its own identity, separate from every other college town. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Iowa City's retail scene near University of Iowa. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

Black's Gold Grill is one of Iowa City's local restaurants, located near University of Iowa. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Iowa City know it as a regular local option near University of Iowa. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Iowa City, Iowa its own identity, separate from every other college town. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

Blackstone is a restaurant in Iowa City, Iowa, serving the University of Iowa community. Like a lot of small businesses around University of Iowa, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Iowa City favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

Bread Garden Market keeps things simple: a supermarket doing its own thing in Iowa City, a short walk from University of Iowa. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local supermarket doing its thing in Iowa City. College towns like Iowa City depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Iowa City.

A neighborhood music shop, Brock Family Music serves the campus community around University of Iowa in Iowa City. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like Iowa City depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Iowa City has to offer. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa.

Located in Iowa City, Brothers Bar and Grill is a local bar popular with students and residents near University of Iowa. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. Regulars come back here for a drink after class or work. No corporate drink menu here - just a bar doing its own thing. A first visit tends to turn into a regular stop, one round at a time. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

Devlin Family Cafe brings a cafe to Iowa City, Iowa, just steps from University of Iowa. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Hours at small local cafes can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Regulars come back for coffee or a quick bite between classes. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Iowa City favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time.

In Iowa City, Iowa, Europa Salon & Spa operates as a beauty salon within easy reach of University of Iowa. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Iowa City know it as a regular local option near University of Iowa. College towns like Iowa City depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

Formosa Sushi Bar brings a sushi bar to Iowa City, Iowa, just steps from University of Iowa. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Iowa City, Iowa its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near University of Iowa.

Golfletics keeps things simple: a sporting goods store doing its own thing in Iowa City, a short walk from University of Iowa. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Iowa City know it as a regular local option near University of Iowa. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

Iowa Chop House is a restaurant in Iowa City, Iowa, serving the University of Iowa community. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Iowa City favorites.

Iowa City Motorsports is one of Iowa City's local motorcycle shops, located near University of Iowa. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local motorcycle shop doing its thing in Iowa City. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa.

La Regia Meat Market brings a butcher shop to Iowa City, Iowa, just steps from University of Iowa. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local butcher shop doing its thing in Iowa City. College towns like Iowa City depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Iowa City. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa.

La Regia Taqueria is one of Iowa City's local restaurants, located near University of Iowa. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near University of Iowa. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

Lebeda Mattress Factory is one of Iowa City's local mattress stores, located near University of Iowa. Like a lot of small businesses around University of Iowa, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Iowa City's retail scene near University of Iowa. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Iowa City.

Tucked into Iowa City, Iowa, Midnight Coffee is a coffee shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around University of Iowa. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Seating, wifi, and hours vary spot to spot, which is part of what makes small cafes worth trying. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

Tucked into Iowa City, Iowa, Midnight Coffee is a coffee shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around University of Iowa. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Seating, wifi, and hours vary spot to spot, which is part of what makes small cafes worth trying. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

Located in Iowa City, Money and More is a local pawn shop popular with students and residents near University of Iowa. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local pawn shop doing its thing in Iowa City. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa.

Tucked into Iowa City, Iowa, Power Cafe is a cafe that's become part of the everyday rhythm around University of Iowa. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. College towns like Iowa City depend on independently owned cafes like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

In Iowa City, Iowa, Press Coffee operates as a coffee shop within easy reach of University of Iowa. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Iowa City.

A neighborhood pub, Reunion Brewery serves the campus community around University of Iowa in Iowa City. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Drink selection, happy hour deals, and crowd all vary spot to spot around Iowa City. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near University of Iowa. A first visit tends to turn into a regular stop, one round at a time.

Scratch Cupcakery is a bakery in Iowa City, Iowa, serving the University of Iowa community. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Iowa City. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

A neighborhood cafe, The Encounter Cafe serves the campus community around University of Iowa in Iowa City. Like a lot of small businesses around University of Iowa, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. It sits alongside the other cafes and coffee shops that make up Iowa City's daytime scene near University of Iowa. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Iowa City favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time.

Located in Iowa City, Tiki Tacos 'n Burgers 'n Wings is a local fried chicken spot popular with students and residents near University of Iowa. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own fried chicken spot in Iowa City. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

In Iowa City, Iowa, Tribute Eatery & Bar operates as a restaurant within easy reach of University of Iowa. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. University of Iowa students and Iowa City residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near University of Iowa. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

Located in Iowa City, Twelve 01 Kitchen & Tap is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near University of Iowa. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Iowa City know it as a regular local option near University of Iowa. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up Iowa City's dining scene near University of Iowa. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Iowa City favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

A neighborhood auto repair shop, Whitedog Auto serves the campus community around University of Iowa in Iowa City. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. College towns like Iowa City depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Selection and prices vary spot to spot around Iowa City, which is part of what makes browsing worth it. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Iowa City. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.

A neighborhood tea shop, Wild Culture Kombucha serves the campus community around University of Iowa in Iowa City. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Iowa City know it as a regular local option near University of Iowa. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Iowa City, Iowa its own identity, separate from every other college town. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Iowa City's retail scene near University of Iowa. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Iowa City.

Located in Iowa City, WineStyles Iowa River Landing is a local wine shop popular with students and residents near University of Iowa. Around University of Iowa, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Iowa City's everyday scene. Iowa City wouldn't feel quite like Iowa City without independently owned spots like this one. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Iowa City has to offer. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near University of Iowa. Part of the fun of a college town like Iowa City is finding places like this on your own.