Top 10 restaurants in Pella, United States

April 15, 2018 Major Galusha

Pella is a city in Marion County, Iowa, United States, with a population of 10,352 at the time of the 2010 U.S. Census. Founded by immigrants from the Netherlands, it is forty miles southeast of Des Moines. Pella is the home of Central College, as well as several manufacturing companies, including Pella Corporation and Vermeer Manufacturing Company.
Things to do in Pella

1. Jaarsma Bakery

727 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1619 Takeout, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible Dutch Breakfast +1 641-628-2940
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 336 reviews

Jaarsma Bakery

Reviewed By Roger M - Macon, Missouri

They have a great selection of Dutch baked goods and American baked items. There was not a huge line today. Their hours have been 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. but they stay open till 8 on Thursday and are closed on Sunday. They also have a nice selection of Dutch imported gifts and local tourist information about the history of Pella Iowa. The staff was very friendly and attentive to my needs.

2. Kaldera Restaurant

1205 Washington St, Pella, IA 50219-1509 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Mediterranean, Greek, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night +1 641-628-3339
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 142 reviews

Kaldera Restaurant

Reviewed By Ann M - Iowa

I've had several meals here. As far as appetizers, I highly recommend the saganaki (cooked cheese with pita wedges, comes aflame and you yell OPA!). The penne a la toscana is fabulous if you like pasta with a creamy sauce, chicken, and prosciutto. My latest find is the Athenian Style Chicken; served with pasta, it has a flavorful red sauce (garlic butter wine sauce), peppers, and feta. Delicious! My husband has two go-to meals - the Hot Mama Mia and the Italian Meat Pasta. They are both hot and melty, and have a little bit of a spicy kick. Although this restaurant does have a children's menu, and I have seen children there, I will admit that when there are noisy young'uns it is a bit annoying, probably because of the size of the rooms. I will add that I tend to enjoy eating in the dining area rather than the bar. Bottom line - one of Pella's best restaurants. Honestly, I haven't eaten anything I didn't like at Kaldera. Atmosphere is wonderful, servers are great.

3. Smokey Row Coffee

639 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1617 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +1 641-621-0008
Excellent
62%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 102 reviews

Smokey Row Coffee

Reviewed By Karen V - Pella, Iowa

This quaint but busy coffee shop has more than coffee, tea, lattes, chai, old fashioned sodas, etc! I often go there for Chicken Pot Pie, which is actually delicious creamed chicken with veggies over biscuits! They have a variety of baked sweets such as scones, brownies, rice crispy bars, muffins, pie, cheesecakes, etc. Their variety of old fashioned style icecream counter lets you order many favorites. You can order sandwiches, and delicious Cheeseburger Chowder served in a warm home made BreadBowl! You can get your order to go too. They have wifi also.

4. Vander Ploeg

711 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1619 Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible Dutch Breakfast
Excellent
70%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 40 reviews

Vander Ploeg

Reviewed By Newamica - Midland, Georgia

This bakery is smaller of the two in town. They have less variety but there are three things in my opinion which are the best.

Their Dutch letter have the best dough surrounding the almond filling.

The hamburger buns are also very good. Get a ring of Pella Bologna, warm it up and have a great sandwich with these buns.

Their white walnut cookies are also delicious.

5. Brew Coffee House

626 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1618 Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 641-621-0068
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 20 reviews

Brew Coffee House

Reviewed By Villagesre - The Villages, Florida

Stopped here just for a couple of coffees to go , on our way out of town. Very good selection of coffees, all hot and fresh!
They also offer sandwiches and wraps for lunch. Restaurant was very busy, a good sign of satisfied customers.
We had already eaten lunch, but we will try the Brew House the next time we are in Pella.

6. The Cellar Peanut Pub- Pella

629 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1617 Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Bar, Pub +1 641-628-4467
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 34 reviews

The Cellar Peanut Pub- Pella

Reviewed By Dawn1013 - Pella, Iowa, United States

This is a destination pub! Great service and world famous Bloody Mary(food network rated). The atmosphere is chill and has a patio area out back with a small garden of tomatoes and hops growing. Order a pizza from across the street at George’s and they will deliver right to your seat. Have the pub tender pair the right craft beer for your order. Enjoy a flight and taste a variety of craft beers or ciders.

7. George's Pizza and Steakhouse

629 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1617 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Highchairs Available American, Pizza, Italian, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Lunch +1 641-628-2802
Excellent
50%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
8%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 105 reviews

George's Pizza and Steakhouse

Reviewed By tomorrowsantiques - Duluth

This was recommended to us by the motel clerk. Easy to find, right on the main street. It appeared very busy inside with pizza orders, but we sat at one of the 5 outside tables. Prompt service. Salad was only lettuce. Pastas were good. Prices were reasonable. A lot of people seemed to enjoy their ice cream cones.

8. Dairy Queen

408 Oskaloosa St, Pella, IA 50219-2138 +1 641-628-2301
Excellent
34%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 9 reviews

Reviewed By Bogaards - Leighton, Iowa

Pella Dairy Queen is a very nice family place. They work to give you good service as well as quality food. Just found out that they are going to build a new establishment so they can handle more people and do even a better job of taking care of their customers.

9. Windmill Cafe

709 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1619 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 641-621-1800
Excellent
44%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 123 reviews

Windmill Cafe

Phone (641) 621-1800

Reviewed By travelingmv - USA

We invaded this small cafe in downtown Pella with a crowd and they were gracious and efficient in accommodating us. The breakfast buffet was a hit with all ages. Service was friendly and helpful. The food was pretty standard fare for a cafe in Iowa- you won't see a lot of innovation, but the portions are generous and the good is tasty. It also seems to be fairly popular because the restaurant was full while we were there on a Sunday morning. A most appropriate choice for a good basic meal while you are in Pella.

10. Ulrich Meat Market

715 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219-1619 Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible Breakfast, Lunch +1 641-628-2771
Excellent
77%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 26 reviews

Ulrich Meat Market

Reviewed By Linda V - Burlington

Very customer friendly and wonderful selection of meats and cheese. Very good selection of jerky. Samples were offered to help with selection.

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