Iola Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Iola

April 14, 2018 Milan Banda

Iola (pronounced /aɪˈoʊlə/) is a city situated along the Neosho River in the northwestern part of Allen County, located in Southeast Kansas, in the Central United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 5,704. Iola is the county seat of Allen County. It is named in honor of Iola Colborn.
Things to do in Iola

1. Dairy Queen

323 S State St, Iola, KS 66749-3149 Takeout American, Fast Food +1 620-365-3691
Excellent
54%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 69 reviews

Dairy Queen

Reviewed By baldguyut - Utah

Our group of four was happy with everything we ordered on two separate nights. Everything was prepared as it should have been and staff was friendly and helpful.

2. Dudleys Done Right BBQ

2402 N State St, Iola, KS 66749-1637 Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol American, Barbecue Lunch, Dinner +1 620-228-1702
Excellent
58%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Dudleys Done Right BBQ

Reviewed By Roy A - Emporia, Kansas

My half rack of ribs was very good tender, tasty and a generous serving. Wife's brisket was also very good. Service was acceptable but could have been a little faster. Salad bar was well stocked with a good variety of fresh foods.

3. Around the Corner

110 S Jefferson Ave, Iola, KS 66749-3338 +1 620-228-5779
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 7 reviews

Around the Corner

Reviewed By mattaprylhaynes - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

This is the best (and only) coffee spot in Iola. I have never been overly impressed with the town but this little place is fantastic. My wife and I do not live in Iola and passed through here a few months ago. When we came back through the owner remembered us and that I always ordered with soy! The last time we were there I left my wallet. They contacted us via Facebook and held it until we got back. Great service and excellent coffee!!!
Iola needs more businesses like this one.

4. Bolling Meat Market & Deli

201 S State St, Iola, KS 66749-3147 Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Outdoor Seating, Accepts Credit Cards American, Delicatessen Lunch, Dinner SGD 7 - SGD 39 +1 620-380-6328
Excellent
72%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 28 reviews

Bolling Meat Market & Deli

Reviewed By TxAg75 - Oklahoma

Stopped here during a bike ride from Humboldt to Iola and back. Great stop for lunch. The sandwiches could be the best I've had anywhere and I do mean anywhere. So much meat and all the trimmings you could want. I had the original and my wife had the Turkey reuben. The quality of the meats and breads were top notch. This is a special place. DO NOT MISS THIS ONE.

5. El Charro Mexican Restaurant

17 E Madison Ave, Iola, KS 66749-3329 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican, Spanish Lunch, Dinner +1 620-365-7771
Excellent
35%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 48 reviews

El Charro Mexican Restaurant

Reviewed By Jessica D

If you are looking for delicious, authentic Mexican Cuisine served in a quaint setting with excellent service, I would recommend El Charro's to everyone! Located just off the Town Square in historic Iola, KS, it is easy to find! GREAT FOOD AT A GREAT PRICE :)

6. A&W Restaurant

1421 East St, Iola, KS 66749-3003 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Fast Food Lunch, Dinner +1 620-365-3011
Excellent
49%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 38 reviews

A&W Restaurant

Reviewed By Soonerstud50 - Ada, Oklahoma

This is a nice little A&W restaurant. The employee's were young but all seemed to have a good attitude and also had great customer service. The restaurant and restrooms were clean. Food was pretty darn good!

7. Sam and Louie's

2150 N State St, Iola, KS 66749-1615 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff Italian, American, Bar, Pizza, Pub Lunch, Dinner +1 402-614-4405
Excellent
33%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 24 reviews

Sam and Louie's

Reviewed By Cowgirlkc - Crawfordville, Florida

Stopped in and had a couple beers and a plate of wings. service was good. Wings were fine. Nothing really special but good. Seems like an average sports bar type place. Will probably go back and try their stromboli and lasagna which is supposed to be homemade.

8. El Jimador Mexican Restaurant

902 N State St, Iola, KS 66749-2272 Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican Dinner, Lunch +1 620-365-7300
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

El Jimador Mexican Restaurant

Reviewed By Deborah D - Eureka

After it being weeks before the weather cooled down and nothing to do today, we decided to ride our motorcycles over to Iola for lunch. We were happier this time eating at El Jimador. Service was better. Food was still good as always.

9. King's Sandwich Shop

321 S State St, Iola, KS 66749-3149 Seating Diner Lunch, Dinner +1 620-365-6271
Excellent
70%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

King's Sandwich Shop

Reviewed By KansasBreeze - Kansas

Fresh ground beef, hand patties, 1/2 pound burgers that are juicy and delicious. It's like hamburgers my mom used to make. Their special is a Club Burger and some great little appetizers too like the fried cheesy bacon broccoli bites called "mufflers" served with ranch dressing on the side. Can't go wrong with this place! Tell Kyle King the "Sampler" ladies sent you!

10. McDonald's

312 W Madison Ave, Iola, KS 66749-3228 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Fast Food Breakfast, Lunch +1 620-365-7571
Excellent
28%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
16%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 98 reviews

McDonald's

Reviewed By Dan C - Green Valley, Arizona

We ordered their Egg McMuffin Breakfast combo. The first issue I had with the person taking the order, was they did not correctly take my order. I had to repeat my order several times. When the order was delivered to us, it was not correct. This is not the first time this has happened to us. As far as fast food establishments go, the food is fair, the value for the dollar is fair, the service is poor.

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