Hwy 169 American Cafe & Watering Hole

07/26/2026

It is so hot outside, we want to take the cooking burden off you during this hot spell. Dine in or carryout 515-677-2169

Open tonight (Sunday) until 9
Open Wednesday and Thursday 11am to 9pm
Open Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm

07/15/2026

It's been a minute since I posted our business hours....
Wednesdays and Thursdays 11 to 9
Fridays and Saturdays 11 to 10
Sunday 11 to 9

We are hiring and are looking for weekend and daytime server's who also have some bartending experience and part-time cooks who love a fast paced environment.

If you are or know of someone who would be a perfect fit, let's talk!

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07/05/2026

Our new friends from Earlham on a date night are enjoying our popular apple pie egg rolls and ice-cream.

07/04/2026

Come in and beat the heat with a Bomb Pop cocktail

07/04/2026

HWY 169 American Cafe in Minburn is raising a toast in celebration of 250 years!
Hang out with us today under the covered patio or in the air-conditioned dining room 11 to 6. After 6 will will offer to-go orders only, or drinks at the bar.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA!

07/01/2026

Celebrate 4th of July week with Hwy 169 American Cafe
$7.99 Carryout 6 Pack Special all week

06/29/2026

Celebrate 4th of July week with Hwy 169 American Cafe
417 4th St
Minburn
Dine In or Carry out (515-677-2169)
$7.99 Carryout 6 Pack Special all week

06/23/2026

🍕🍔🥪🍰 Pizza, Burgers, Sandwiches, Desserts & More! 🍰🥪🍔🍕
Stop by Hwy 169 American Cafe in Minburn at 417 4th St. for dine-in or carry-out service.
⏰ Hours:
• Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday: 11 AM - 9 PM
• Friday & Saturday: 11 AM - 10 PM
515-677-2169
Come enjoy great food 5 days a week!

06/20/2026

Juicy hamburgers and plump hotdogs and drink specials. In Minburn across from the gas pumps. Celebrate BACooN RIDE with us.

06/19/2026

The BACoon Ride is Back! 🚲🥓🍺 Hwy 169 is Ready for You!
Attention Raccoon River Valley Trail riders! As you roll through Minburn—look for the American flags (across from the grain elevators and gas pumps) we are fired up to celebrate with you for our 3rd year in a row!

☀️ WHAT WE’VE GOT GOING ON SATURDAY: 🔥 Outdoor Grilling: We are grilling up delicious eats’- choice of HAMBURGERS OR HOT DOGS and CHIPS🍹 Patio Party: Relax under our high-speed covered patio fans with a cold drink. 🍻 Cold Brews: cans of YUENGLING FLIGHT and BUSCH LIGHT. 🍔
Anyone can join in on the fun!

Full Menu Indoors: Want to sit inside in the A/C? Our kitchen and bar is open and ready!
📍 Location: Right off the trail in Minburn! ⏰ Saturday Hours: We will have the grill fired up and the food ready when you get there! See you on the patio!

The Café hours are 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Tag your riding buddies, and make Hwy 169 your destination stop this Saturday. Let’s ride! 🇺🇸🚲