Hungry Hobo, located at 1109 Canal Shore Dr SW in Le Claire, Iowa, has quickly garnered a reputation for offering delicious food at reasonable prices, all while boasting a stunning view of the Mississippi River. Customers like Greg Holt emphasize the beautiful scenery, adding to the dining experience. Former patrons from Iowa City fondly remember the restaurant, sharing that it delivers consistently good food, reminiscent of their college days.
What truly sets Hungry Hobo apart is its welcoming atmosphere. Reviews highlight the friendly and attentive staff, which enhances each visit. Diorkis Cordero describes it as the perfect pit stop for travelers from Chicago, combining great taste with breathtaking views. Jim Cheung appreciates the polite service, noting the picturesque river view as a standout feature.
While many dishes receive accolades, customers have pointed out the necessity to skip the cheese sauce, with some favorites including the hot roast beef with Swiss. Complaints about the lack of military discounts have surfaced, but that hasn’t detracted from the overall positive experience. With its clean facilities and delicious offerings, Hungry Hobo remains a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers alike.
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Delivery
Takeaway
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Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
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Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
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Table service
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Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
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Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
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Reviews For Hungry Hobo
Greg Holt
Jun 30,2025
Great food with good prices and a beautiful view of the river
L M
Jun 17,2025
Consistently good food every time. I have fond memories of this restaurant from my college years when they had an Iowa City location. We were happy to find this location right on the river. Great view!
Jim Cheung
Jun 8,2025
The kid at the cashier was very polite and friendly. I like the river view outside restaurant.
diorkis cordero
Jun 2,2025
A must-stop if you’re traveling from Chicago to Iowa! This place offers not only delicious food but also a stunning view of the majestic Mississippi River . The service is wonderful friendly, attentive, and full of warmth. It’s the perfect spot to take a break, recharge, and enjoy a memorable experience that blends great taste with breathtaking scenery. Highly recommended!
INTIMIDAT3R
May 2,2025
There used to be a Hungry Hobo in Cedar Rapids years ago. They shut it down without notice. Instead of a 45 minute drive to eat at Hungry Hobo, it now takes nearly 2 hours from Cedar Falls. FRUSTRATING cuz the food is/was always SO good!! The food is ALWAYS great at this location!! The staff is ALWAYS awesome as well!! The restaurant and it's facilities are ALWAYS clean!! If you leave this place hungry, it's your own fault. Just an FYI... DO NOT get the cheese sauce on anything!! It's NASTY!! I recommend the hot roast beef with swiss!! My only complaint... they don't give military/veterans a discount. WTF??? I'll keep making the drive from Cedar Falls, BUT... someone owes me gas money!! Dammit!!
Josh Edwards
May 1,2025
The hungry hobo with million dollar views one of the kind just what you expect from a hungry hobo good quality food, the fast service pro tip. You can have the picnic by the grass.
Becky
Apr 21,2025
I have never been to one, it was within walking distance to our hotel. Not your typical fast food and great on a long road trip! Sandwiches, salads, baked potatoes and CAKE! The cake is petty darn good, frosting is light and not too sweet, hits the spot when in need of cake!
Linda Boyd
Mar 17,2025
First off, if you're not local to the QCA, then you probably don't know about Hungry Hobo. Growing up in Bettendorf, it was a must after soccer practice or on a random weekend. This was the first time at this location in LeClaire and Quenton was awesome. Super friendly, great service and, as always, the sandwiches were amazing.
Reviews For Hungry Hobo