The Dandy Lion
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RestaurantIowa City, IA

The Dandy Lion

Closed · opens Friday 8:00 AM $10–20

Opening hours

Closed · opens Friday 8:00 AM

Weekly opening hours of The Dandy Lion
Monday8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Local time in Iowa City: 2:17 PM (CDT). Holiday hours may differ – call (319) 358-6400 to confirm.

Location & directions

111 S Dubuque St
Iowa City, IA 52240

About The Dandy Lion

The Dandy Lion is a restaurant you'll find at 111 S Dubuque St in Iowa City, Iowa. It is one of 75 places to eat and drink we list in Iowa City. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).

The Dandy Lion is open 4 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Guests can choose from 13 menu items across 4 sections, including Breakfast, Lunch, Kids Menu, and Sides. Listed prices range from $2.50 to $5.50, with a typical item around $3.00. Dishes worth a look include Two Pancakes, Side Order Of A Biscuit, and The Standard.

You can visit for outdoor seating, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups, locals, and tourists. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.

Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: paid street parking and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (319) 358-6400 to book a table.

Quick facts

Category
Restaurant
Address
111 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Price range
$10–20 per person
Hours
Open 4 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
Menu
13 items · $2.50–$5.50
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Popular times (estimated)

6AM
9AM
12PM
3PM
6PM
9PM

Estimated from typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours – not live data.

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Features & amenities

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Locals
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

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Frequently asked questions

What are The Dandy Lion's opening hours?

Open 4 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Is The Dandy Lion open on Sunday?

Yes, The Dandy Lion is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Where is The Dandy Lion located?

The Dandy Lion is located at 111 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240.

What is the phone number of The Dandy Lion?

You can call The Dandy Lion at (319) 358-6400.

Does The Dandy Lion offer delivery or takeout?

Delivery is not listed for The Dandy Lion, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, takeaway, and dine-in.

How much does it cost to eat at The Dandy Lion?

The typical price range at The Dandy Lion is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $2.50 to $5.50.

Does The Dandy Lion take reservations?

Yes, The Dandy Lion accepts reservations.

Is The Dandy Lion wheelchair accessible?

Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.

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