Built in 1912, the Lighthouse Inn was originally a small inn to enjoy drinks, dinner and maybe rent one of the cabins that used to sit behind the restaurant.
During prohibition it became a common stop for Chicago land mobsters looking to “beat the heat” until things cooled off back home in the Windy City.
Yes, Al Capone dined here. As did John Dillenger. If you’re sitting in the booth to the left of the lounge entrance, that’s exactly where Dillinger’s gun went off and left a hole in the wall. Even though it is no longer there, it is still a part of our history.
Circa-1912 supper club serving traditional American entrees in an old-fashioned atmosphere. Based on 431 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
6905 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Phone: (319) 362-3467
Website: https://crlighthouseinn12.homesteadcloud.com/
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Hours
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday |
5–8 PM |
| Wednesday |
5–8 PM |
| Thursday |
5–8 PM |
| Friday |
5–9 PM |
| Saturday |
5–9 PM |
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Terry Williams
A nostalgic dining experience offering an atmosphere from yesteryears. A Supper Club that requires no membership card to enjoy the food at its finest. Here, is an opportunity for those to step back to a time when quality takes precedence. The hours are limited so keep that in mind.
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Linda Kula
Hadn’t been here in years! Absolutely outstanding rib dinner! Can’t believe the size of serving and excellent preparation of meal! They even gave me a fabulous piece of cake fir my birthday! Great service! Highly recommend!!
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Janesea Harrison
The food was good, but the service was best. Everyone was kind and our server knowledgeable. The history of the restaurant was cool as well, knowing Al Capon dined there as well
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M Stewart
Great ambiance, good service and a surprisingly good IPA selection.
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Sherri Swen
Ribs are excellent and friends tell me the prime rib (Fri and Sat) is really good…but the steaks, not so much.
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Tamara Bingham
A friend invited me to see what the deal was about this place. She has history of coming in the past…
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B Ander
We chose to eat supper tonight. It was my first time eating here and was a wonderful experience. Our waitress was very friendly and had a great personality!! The food was DELICIOUS and more than I could eat. We will definitely be returning to eat here again.
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Mike Kos
I have loved the light house since the first time I ate there. I have many different meals there. However my favorite is the tilapia meal. I also like the history of the light house.
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Scott Groth
Really enjoyed visiting here! The ribs were pretty good
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Lloyd Richards
Excellent service and food. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good place to eat but don’t want to get all gussied up.
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