Hit the town with your partner or friends to experience the flavors of some of the locals' favorite independent restaurants. With so many great selections, make it an evening by sampling four different restaurants. Everything is within walking distance, so park your car and enjoy the evening in downtown Grinnell!
Happy Hour
The best way to start the night is a beverage and a spread from Solera. The cozy wine bar offers a variety of hand-picked wines for all palettes and a great selection of craft and domestic beers. The addition of uniquely curated handcrafted pizzas is a bonus.
Main Course
Enjoy your main course at a Grinnell staple — Pagliai’s! Serving made-from-scratch Italian dishes, Pagliai’s (pronounced Pol-ee-i’s) has been a must-stop in Grinnell for three generations. Try their Baked Cavatappi with a homemade meat sauce or a Pag’s Hero featuring ham, capicola, salami, and pepperoni. Don’t forget a side salad, topped with “Liquid Gold” — Pagliai’s homemade ranch!
Dessert
The best way to end the night is a drink and handcrafted dessert from Prairie Canary. Take a step underground and back in time at the Canary Underground Speakeasy, located in the lower level of Prairie Canary on Main Street. Indulge in their expansive menu of handcrafted cocktails and mocktails, and enjoy the discreet ambiance of being somewhere forbidden. The addition of a beautifully plated dessert is the icing on the cake.
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