Jun 16, 2023
A graphic with photos of food and the text: 5 Family Restaurants Worth the Drive Near Manchester, IA - Bob Stephen Motors Blog



With a range of versatile SUVs like the Chevrolet Trailblazer at our dealership, your next ride is waiting right around the corner here in Manchester, IA. Terrific meals for you and your family can be found close to home too, with these fantastic family restaurants serving hungry folks in our area daily.

1. April’s Downtown Diner

If your family wants to kick their day off with a hearty breakfast together, come to April’s Downtown Diner to have all the omelets, waffles, and French toast you can eat. There are also plenty of great lunch and dinner options, like the Reuben with tangy and delicious sauerkraut. Plan your next family meal at 118 North Franklin Street and everyone will have something delicious to eat.

2. Fiesta Cancun

Ever since they opened for business in 2011, Fiesta Cancun has been one of the best places you can go in our town for a delicious meal with your family. All your favorite Mexican cuisine can be found on the menu here, from burritos to the refreshing guacamole salad. Treat your family to a fiesta to remember when you take them down to this restaurant at 110 West Main Street.

3. Sunset Family Restaurant

Whether you need your morning breakfast, a midday meal, or dinner with your family, the diverse menu at Sunset Family Restaurant makes this place perfect for any occasion. If you want a sandwich that’s sure to hit the spot, order the grilled ham and cheese club served here. You can find plenty of tasty grub when you visit this spot at 1202 West Main Street.

4. Riverbend Pub & Grill

Memorable meals with your family are waiting just around the river bend at Riverbend Pub & Grill. The mac and cheese kid’s menu meal is the perfect small-portion dish for any children you bring here. As for the bigger plates, the haddock sandwich is a must-try for any seafood lovers in our area. All sorts of tasty grub is on the menu at 121 South Franklin Street.

5. Captain & Tennille’s Grill

Bring your family to Captain & Tennille’s Grill for lunch, and everybody will find what they’re craving among all the tasty options offered here. Grownups can munch on the spicy, crispy buffalo chicken sold here, while the chicken tender basket on the kids’ menu is perfect for the youngsters in your family. You can find this local eatery at 1110 East Main Street.


There are all sorts of things to do right here in our local area. Get out there and explore with one of the great vehicles you can find at our dealership. Come to Bob Stephen Motors, and we’ll help you find your next ride!