The Highway Restaurant

Though I didn't get to actually eat inside the restaurant, as I'm on a work trip, it's definitely a place I would bring my family. There were tons of families here the place was totally packed, and you can tell that people have been coming here for years. Not only that, but the young lady that took my order, as well as the gentleman at the register, were both extremely cordial, and understanding of my details in my order. They followed them to the letter, which I truly appreciate it. So many times I order from restaurants on the road, and they say that they're listening to the details of my order, but they miss one or two things, but still end up charging me for them. These folks were right on key, and followed my order to the letter. Not only that, but I had never eaten here before, and yet I took a chance and ordered a Reuben sandwich with fries, and was extremely happily surprised with the cook, and how well they made the sauerkraut, and the Reuben itself. Kudos to all of you folks for such a great job, and running such a quality restaurant! I truly recommend bringing you you and yours to the highway restaurant, in Albia, Iowa.

Walking into the restaurant took me back to the 1970s. Formica tabletops, drop ceiling embedded with bright spotlights, large slatted faux wood blinds, and a pie case just inside the door. I expected the food to be good, and was not disappointed. I ordered the Eggs Benedict special for $9.99. It came with a large portion of hash browns that had a little crunch without being overdone. I took a star off of service, because I asked the waitress if it came with a side, and she said she didn't know. I asked her who would know, and she left for a little bit, then came back and said she thought it came with a biscuit. I asked her again if she could find out for sure, and she finally came back and said hash browns. I should not have had to push her repeatedly to get an answer. I have had Eggs Benedict in many restaurants, and this was the best! It came with a thick slice of ham steak, and the eggs were perfectly done, soft but not undercooked. The hollandaise was just the way I like it. So often the hollandaise has so much lemon it overwhelms all of the other flavors, but this had just a little bit of that lemon tang. I would have ordered milk or orange juice, but the drink prices were very high, in my opinion. I just couldn't see spending $3.79 for a glass of milk, so I had water instead. I would come back again and again!

Just inhaled the best hot beef Sammie I’ve had at a restaurant in a very very long time! Hubs had the meat skillet. We were so hungry, I didn’t think to take pictures but it’s definitely plenty of food! Lucy was an absolute doll and an amazing waitress! Tip her well!! I think we found our new favorite place to eat!

Let’s start with the service Bailey! She was awesome and very helpful in narrowing down the menu. I will ask for Bailey when I return. I ordered a burger melt. It wasn’t bad I would order it again but I can’t give it five stars. Fries are Krinkle fries. Just ok. Atmosphere, ok.

Waitress took our drink order...then different waitress brought our drinks then took our orders. Prime Rib night...ordered slightly pink inside..when order arrived it was over cooked like well...waitress was summoned and told of the Prime Rib being over cooked...she took order back...a few minutes later she brought out another Prime Rib...this time it was cold like just taken out of the frig. cold...waitress called again...we told her just forget the Prime Rib dinner so she took it off the ticket...I wanted to approach the cook but didn't want to cause a scene...so payment was made for the other orders NOT PRIME RIB and this will be the last time we visit this establishment....HIRE A REAL COOK THAT CARES...I FEEL THIS WAS DONE ON PURPOSE....HA HA HA....then our first waitress was clearing our table after we left....We Left No Tip....was our skin a little to dark for your establishment.

This is a really good small town highway dinner. They have a big menu, the staff was really friendly, & the food was really good. They have daily specials & pie in the dessert case that you walk by when you walk in the door. I got the chicken fried steak which came out completely covered in gravy & they served real mashed potatoes with it, not instant. My wife got the Turkey Club which had actual chunks of turkey breast, not just store deli meat. The breakfast looks great & I'll definitely be back to try that out sometime soon!

The food was very good very big servings your going going to have extra to take home. Sevice was great very pleasant surprise so attentive. It was a very nice place to eat I would try it you’ll like it. It’s a nice place!! For 2 adults we didn’t spend a lot on 2 large meals.

I ordered chicken Alfredo, the serving size was huge. I had enough for 2 more meals. It tasted fantastic!!