All Hometown Eats & Drinks

Located in downtown Mason City, Agave Azul serves great Mexican food, table-side guacamole, fresh margaritas, and more!

Avion Azul is a family-owned Mexican restaurant located inside the Mason City Municipal Airport. It provides a modern Mexican feel with fresh ingredients, craft margaritas, and table-side guacamole! Reservations available.

Awe’z Sandwich Shop (formerly known as Pro’s Sandwich Shop), a hometown favorite – locals love their homemade loose meat sandwiches & old fashion Root Beer, delicious malts, and more! Call ahead to order.  Delivery available through Iowa Eatz.

No trip to Mason City is complete without a stop at Birdsall’s Ice Cream! North Iowa’s iconic ice cream parlor since 1931, Birdsall’s Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream shop serving the best homemade ice cream around. More than 20 different flavors are crafted on-site. Scoops are available Read more [...]

Stylish and cozy, nestled into Mason City’s downtown district, Brix offers exciting wines, a lot of whiskey, craft beers, and a few other choices to lift your spirits. The atmosphere is laid back and relaxing, the perfect spot to have a drink after work or catch up with old friends. Read more [...]

Locally owned and operated for over 26 years! Offering delicious bar food, TV’s and a pool table for enjoyment.  Delivery available through Iowa Eatz.

Indulge in a sweet treat on the street of 1912 River City! Located within The Music Man Square, the Candy Kitchen Ice Cream Parlor serves delicious (and award-winning) Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream, made from the finest quality ingredients. Enjoy hand-scooped in a dish or cone! Sundaes, Malts, and Root Beer Read more [...]

Locally owned, serving breakfast and lunch.

A hometown favorite, Dandy’s BBQ offers true Southern cuisine with freshly prepared hickory-smoked line-back ribs, coleslaw, baked beans and sauce made in-house every Thursday through Saturday. Dine in or carry out.

Fat Hill Brewing, a 7-barrel craft brewery is located in a historic taproom in Downtown, Mason City. The brewery features sixteen taps serving a wide range of ales and lagers, and space for 140 patrons. The creative, ever-changing beer menu spotlights Iowa ingredients, including wildflower honey from Nora Springs and Read more [...]

Ahhh-maaaa-ZING made-from-scratch, gourmet cupcakes and cookies baked fresh every day! With over 20 different flavors offered, we work with local suppliers to source the freshest and most authentic ingredients, and use old-fashioned techniques to ensure our cupcakes & cookies are the highest quality. Located in Willowbrook Mall.  

Offering fruit tea, smoothie/blended drinks, milk tea, coffee and Boba/popping toppings.

Jitters serves fresh, locally roasted coffee – Fairtrade, organic, and decaf.  

Las Palmas is a laid-back, authentic Mexican bar and eatery. Weekly specials and outdoor seating. Open for dine-in and carryout.

Family-owned and operated since 2001. Take a trip down memory lane as you peruse the collection of vintage car memorabilia, retro flair, and historic photos. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner, served all day, every day.

Discover a blend of casual comfort and upscale dining in the heart of Mason City, Iowa. Leadlight offers high-quality American food, prepared with precision and served in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Located inside the Historic Park Inn Hotel, the restaurant draws inspiration from the architectural genius of Frank Lloyd Read more [...]

Locally owned and operated since 1993. Located on “The Plaza” in the heart of Downtown Mason City. Outdoor seating, weather permitting.  Delivery available through Iowa Eatz.  

Lulu’s Margarita Bar and Grill offers a wide selection of craft margaritas, beer, and cocktails. Menu offerings include tacos, pasta, burgers, salads, and appetizers.

Locally owned sandwich shop. Menu includes variety of options including seafood, gyros, tacos, fried chicken, and more. Shawarma is their specialty. Delivery available through DoorDash or Iowa Eatz. Call ahead to order.

Mason City’s first craft brewery in 130 years, Mason City Brewing has been serving quality, small-batch brews since 2013. The downtown brewery features 8 different taps so there’s always something new to try.

Fun place and GREAT food!! Family-style restaurant serving a variety of American cuisine including steak, broasted chicken, shrimp, ribs, battered fish, pasta, salads, burgers, and more. Delivery available through Doordash.

Located within NIP Fitness, the smoothie bar is open to the public – no membership required. Fuel your body with a nourishing fruit smoothie made with a healthy mix of fresh fruit, vitamins, and minerals. Enjoy pre-workout, post-workout, or just as a tasty treat. Customer favorites include the Peanut Butter Read more [...]

The Northwestern Steakhouse is the “Most Iconic Steakhouse in Iowa!” Famous for their Greek-style & American steaks. Featuring aged, USDA top choice beef cooked in extra virgin olive oil, butter and a special blend of Greek seasonings that make every bite melt in your mouth.  Other menu options include roasted Read more [...]

Offering delicious authentic Thai and Chinese flavors.  Choose from a variety of noodle and fried rice entrees including Pad Thai and Lo Mein, as well as traditional Chinese and Thai meals made fresh with quality ingredients.  Delivery available through Iowa Eatz.

Pasta Bella is Mason City’s family-friendly Italian restaurant, offering the most-pleasant dining environment. Our succulent dishes are filled with the finest, freshest indulgent ingredients & cooked to perfection. Visit for lunch to select from a wide range of entrees and a daily special for you to consider. Pasta samplers, baked Read more [...]