There is no more iconic restaurant than the old-fashioned steakhouse, but today many of the most popular city steakhouses will break the bank! You'll get the best cuts around - but it's more like an anniversary splurge than a classic meal. That's why many meat lovers are heading off the beaten path to discover lesser-known steakhouses far away from the big city. Located in Sibley, not far from Iowa's northern border, 1015 Steak Company is a small-town steakhouse in Iowa that serves up top-quality meat and local specialties, cooked to perfection, in a laid-back atmosphere. Not only is the main course great, but the steakhouse goes above and beyond when it comes to the sides. We're sure of one thing - if you take the trip out to Sibley, your taste buds will thank you for a visit to one of the best small-town restaurants in Iowa.

As you drive through rural Sibley, you might see this neon sign - the steakhouse owners don't want you to miss this hidden gem!

The humble exterior doesn't give away just how unique this restaurant is - it's an elite steakhouse in a tiny town.

The simple, classy interior is the perfect place for both a casual meal and a romantic dinner out.

For lunch, you can have hearty sandwiches, soups, and other smaller plates for a reasonable price.

It wouldn't be an Iowa restaurant without a hot beef sandwich - taking the fairground treat to a whole new level.

For dinner, it's all about the steak - including a well-marbled prime rib. Make sure to get it with the house-made hash browns.

The bone-in ribeye is another top steak option - and the baked sweet potato comes topped with marshmallows!

Everyone says the top side you can't miss, though, is definitely the hand-cut and breaded onion rings.

If you still have room, end your meal with a delicious brownie a la mode - a sweet finish to an iconic meal.

Have you visited 1015 Steak Company in Sibley? Let us know about your visit to this small-town steakhouse, and tell us your favorite small-town restaurants in Iowa in the comments section. You can find out more about the menu on the 1015 Steak Company website and the Facebook page of this small-town Iowa steakhouse. While you're in the Sibley area, head a few miles north to find Hawkeye Point, the highest point in Iowa.

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