Iowa's Very First German Restaurant Has Literally Been Around Forever
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 13, 2019
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
We’ve all got our favorite restaurant that we head to when we’re craving a good, homestyle meal, right? However, sometimes we want to try something a little different. Fortunately, Iowa’s brimming with scrumptious restaurants, many of which have been around for decades. Like this German restaurant in Iowa that has been serving authentic German meals and traditional American dishes for nearly eight decades.
Gather the whole family together for a delicious meal at Ox Yoke Inn, in Amana, a charming restaurant that's been a local favorite since 1940.
Although it serves a range of popular American dishes, Ox Yoke Inn's specialties are its authentic German dishes. So, get ready for a delicious dilemma when you browse the generous menu bursting with such favorites as...
Ox Yoke Inn also serves plated entrees and family-style meals. Choose from such mouthwatering options as fried chicken, paired with fluffy mashed potatoes and a freshly-baked roll with strawberry jam.
Of course, sometimes we just crave a hearty sandwich. The menu features a slew of favorites, including bratwurst, the black Angus burger, and the catfish fillet.
Click here for the official website of Ox Yoke Inn. Or, go here for Facebook.
What’s your favorite restaurant in Iowa? Let us know in the comments! Then, click here to read about Breitbach’s Country Dining, the oldest restaurant in Iowa.
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