One of the most classic road trips in American culture is the drive across the Lincoln Highway. It was our first transcontinental roadway and spans 3,000 miles between New York City and San Francisco. Every year, thousands of drivers travel the route, either in its entirety or just the section through their state. The Hawkeye State’s stretch of the Lincoln Highway features a landmark restaurant in Iowa that’s been around even longer than the road itself!

The Lighthouse Inn and Supper Club was built on Mount Vernon Road in 1912 - just one year before the Lincoln Highway was completed and the road changed names.
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Today, this landmark restaurant in Iowa is one of the most popular road-trip stops in the state!
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They're famous for their slow-smoked and outrageously tasty BBQ ribs, so be sure to stop in when they're offering a rib dinner.
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Their steaks are delicious, too, and you can't go wrong by ordering their roasted Prime Rib when it's offered.
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You'll find a variety of other bites on the menu, and specials that frequently change based on seasonal ingredients.
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Burgers, seafood, and Midwestern comfort food are all available to satisfy your cravings.
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Wash down your meal with a delicious cocktail from their bar, or order your favorite wine or beer to pair with your dinner.
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Treat yourself to a dinner out at the Lighthouse Inn and you'll fall in love with this restaurant hiding in the Hawkeye State that's more than a century old.
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You can find the menu and hours on the Lighthouse Inn website right here.

For more landmark dining in Iowa, read These 7 Longest-Standing Restaurants In Iowa Have Served Mouthwatering Meals For Decades and enjoy a bit of history in every bite.

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Lighthouse Inn, 6905 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA