The Weather Vane Cafe

4.7 ( 177 reviews )
Checking... 5:30 AM - 1:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
663 Main St, Anita, IA 50020, United States
+1 712-762-4653
Nestled in the heart of Anita, Iowa, The Weather Vane Cafe is a charming eatery that embodies warmth and comfort. With its historic ambiance, this cozy cafe invites guests to savor a delightful range of meals from hearty breakfasts to satisfying dinners. Known for passionate service and delicious offerings like fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns, it's a beloved pit stop for both locals and travelers alike. The cafe's inviting atmosphere is perfect for solo diners, families, or those looking to unwind with a good cup of coffee. Every visit here feels like a nostalgic journey back to simpler times in dining.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For The Weather Vane Cafe

Scott Nuckolls
Apr 6,2025
Anita, Iowa is hiding this gem and rightfully so.Love the atmosphere, like time travel to a time when eating out was special.Breakfast was amazing and the server should be cloned.And did you see the size of that sausage patty!!Well worth the short jaunt off I-80.
Leigh Williams
Apr 4,2025
Food was excellent!! Portions were good sized. The staff and even the customers were very warm and genuine. If your passing through, I suggest stop here for a bite to eat!!
Susan Pratt
Mar 20,2025
A wonderful and fun breakfast destination. You will not be disappointed with the options or the menu or the friendly service. An amazing small town diner that shouldn't be missed. The hash browns were particularly delicious with crispy outsides and pillowy middles.
Jad Denney
Mar 15,2025
Great food, fast and friendly service!
Tiffany Williams
Feb 15,2025
We stopped by the Weather Vane Cafe for breakfast during our long road trip across the country.We would definitely return. The food was fresh, expertly cooked and made with love. Our favorite being the sausage patties, what an incredible taste.The service was pleasant along with the locals who welcomed us. The husband and wife team made us truly feel at home.
Ruth McGuire
Jan 15,2025
Was in need of a place to eat as we were heading back to WI. Wanted a hole in the wall type place since what's always advertised on the highway is the same plain Jane places. Came here and was NOT disappointed. Husband had the country skillet and I had the veggie (both with rye toast). One of the best skillets I have ever had. Filling and so well seasoned. Coffee was typical diner coffee but better than most so you'll be kept happy in my opinion. 10/10 recommend.
Cara McNamara
Jan 5,2025
We loved our breakfast. Very well made and generous. Our waitress was the special kind of person that you find in the Midwest, friendly and helpful.
Miles Winslow
Dec 29,2024
What an amazing and friendly cafe in Anita, IA. It must be the epicenter for Anita. The customers were even friendly. I searched for breakfast places, as I was driving on I-80, and Google Maps led me here. The irony is that I was in Iowa storm chasing, and I ate at a place called The Weather Vane. Please stop here on your travels. There's some local Jesse James history near-by too.

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