Irish Democrat Menu

Introducing the menu at Irish Democrat, located in Cedar Rapids, IA, is an experience that highlights comfort food with an Irish twist. Customers rave about the exceptional service, with servers like Makenna and Reagan providing attentive care while you savor every bite.

Highlights include:

  • Onion Rings: Thin and crispy perfection that draw rave reviews.
  • Fish and Chips: Flaky and non-greasy, this dish exemplifies culinary precision.
  • Burgers and Rueben: Cooked to perfection, the flavors are simply out of this world.
  • Sweet Potato Fries: A must-try for their delightful taste and texture.

The overall ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for gatherings, as noted by groups celebrating milestones. The longevity of staff, some having been there for years, speaks volumes about management and employee satisfaction. In short, Irish Democrat is a culinary gem worth visiting!

Soups

Callas Irish Stew

served with brown bread and honey butter.

Gourmet Soup-of-the-day

with brown bread & honey butter.

Teriyaki Grilled Cashew Chicken

a mix of romaine and iceberg lettuce with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and sweet roasted cashews tossed in a light oriental vinaigrette. topped with ateriyaki marinated chicken breast.

Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad

granny smith apples, fresh strawberry slices, candied walnuts, and aged cheddar cheese over mixed field greenswith poppy seed dressing.

Grilled Chicken A La Caesar

crisp romaine lettuce tossed per order with caesar dressing, freshly shredded parmesan cheese, andcroutons. topped with a marinated, char-grilled, thinly sliced chicken breast.

Chicken Salad Salad

anjou pears, walnuts, whole white meat chicken breast, mandarin oranges, toasted slivered almonds, and fresh fruitover mixed greens with raspberry vinaigrette.

Fajita Salad

choose chicken or steak fajitas served atop a mix of greens with tomatoes, green and red peppers, onions, cheddar andpepperack cheeses.

Maytag Grilled Chicken Cobb

mounds of fresh veggies with char-grilled chicken, bacon and maytag bleucheese crumbles served atop romaine and iceberg lettuce.

Maple Pecan Spinach

fresh spinach leaves with candied pecans, smoked bacon, sweet red onions, hard boiled eggs, mandarin oranges, sun-dried cranberries, maytag bleu cheese crumbles, and a light maple vinaigrette.

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken

a marinated, grilled chicken breast, feta cheese, tomatoes, portabella mushrooms, angel hair pasta, cucumbers, onions, and roasted pine nuts tossed with italian dressing and served atop mixed greens.

Oriental Sesame Chicken

char-grilled chicken breast with toasted sesame seeds and chow mein noodles tossed with peanut vinaigrette and sweetplum sauce over mixed greens.

House Salad

Signature Salads

Sandwiches

Democrat Special

our signature sandwich! a combination of mesquite smoked turkey, ham, and swiss cheese served on a toasted sub bun with our own dill spread and tomatoes.

Sundance Chicken Salad Sandwich

whole white meat chicken salad with anjou pears, walnuts, romaine lettuce, and tomatoes served on wheatberry bread.

Club Moose

ham, mesquite smoked turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato and american cheese served with 1000 island dressing or mayonnaise on your choice of bread.

North Shore Teriyaki Wrap

char-grilled teriyaki chicken with pineapple, cucumbers, shredded lettuce, and plum sauce.

Veggie Sandwich

portabella mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, green peppers, swiss cheese and lite cream cheese served on sourdough bread.

Tipperary Turkey Sandwich

mesquite smoked turkey with provolone cheese, fresh spinach leaves, tomatoes, dill spread, and smoked bacon served on wheatberry bread.

Tuna Kahuna

a generous serving of tuna salad topped with american cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and walnuts. served on your choice of bread.

County Kerry Wrap

a sun-dried tomato tortilla with sweet cranberry relish, mesquite smoked turkey, romaine lettuce, tomato, and red onion.

Traditional

american cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion.

Democrat

a combination of sauteed green peppers, onions, and mushrooms topped with provolone cheese.

Maytag Bleu Crusted Burger

a topping of maytag bleu cheese and herbs browned to perfection. served with lettuce, tomato, and onion

Bacon Cheeseburger

bacon, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion.

Mushroom

freshly sliced sauteed mushrooms and melted swiss cheese in a mushroom glaze.

Cuban Burger

american cheese, grilled ham, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle and onion.

St. Paddy Melt

sauteed onions and swiss cheese grilled on marble rye.

Aussie Burger

take a classic bacon cheeseburger and add a fried egg and peanut butter.

Gourmet Burgers

Slo-smoked Ribs

Ribs

a full rack of tender pork baby-back ribs served with french fries and your choice of a house salad or elms maes homemade coleslaw

Ribs & Chicken Fingers

the perfect combo served with your choice of fries or elma maes homemade coleslaw.

Ribs & Wings Platter

ribs paired with chicken wings smothered in barbeque or cajun sauce. your choice of fries or elma maes homemade coleslaw.

Blackened Cajun Chicken

spicy hot chicken breast served on an onion kaiser with lettuce, tomato, and onion.

Italiano Chicken

marinated char-grilled chicken breast, served on an onion kaiser with lettuce tomato, and onion.

Yellowfin Tuna Sandwich

a filet of yellowfin tuna grilled to medium-well with melted swiss cheese. served on toasted marble rye with lettuce, onion, and tomato.

Beef Brisket

slow smoked brisket with tangy barbeque sauce, coleslaw, and sweet potato fries.

Reuben

thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, and 1000 island dressing grilled on marble rye.

French Dip

tender roast beef with melted swiss cheese served on a toasted sub bun with au (us on the side.

Cr. Cheesesteak

seasoned, shredded steak with a blend of swiss and american cheeses and onion. served on a grilled sourdough hoagie.

SautEed Grilled Cheese

a grilled cheese with sauteed green peppers, onions, and tomatoes served on sourdough bread.

Sirloin Steak Sandwich

center cut sirloin served open faced on sweet french bread in a mushroom glaze with garlic mashed potatoes and homemade onion rings.

Off The Grille

Entrees

Fajitas

spicy marinated chicken breast or steak is char-grilled and served sizzling on a platter with grilled green and red peppers, onions, tomato, lettuce, cheddar and pepperjack cheeses, sour cream, salsa, and grilled flour tortillas on the side.

Lasagna Rolls

a new twist on a classic favorite. served with garlic bread and a house or ceasar salad.

Fish And Chips

six ounces of deep-fried beer-battered cod served with french fries and coleslaw.

Meatloaf Sandwich

served open faced on toasted sweet french bread with garlic mashed potatoes and onion rings. the following entrees are served with your choice of two side items: house or caesar salad steamed vegetables , new potatoes coleslaw, garlic mashed potatoes cottage cheese

Almond-crusted Orange Roughy

an orange roughy filet that is freshly breaded with seasoned almonds and baked to golden perfection. served with your choice of two side items

Tarragon Buttered Sirloin

center-cut top sirloin char-grilled to your taste served with homemade onion rings and two side items.

Macho Nachos

crispy corn tortilla chips covered with spicy beef or chicken, green peppers, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, and two layers of pepperjack and sharp cheddar cheeses.

Quesadillas

two flour tortillas filled with your choice of chicken or steak, monterey jack cheese, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and jalapenos. grilled to crispy perfection!

Cheese Wontons

wontons are hand-folded with monterey jack cheese and served with honey mustard. an id original.

Irish Skins

potato skins stuffed with chicken or beef, green peppers, onions, pepperjack and sharp cheddar cheeses.

Chicken Fingers

whole white meat chicken breasts sliced thin, hand battered, and lightly fried. served with honey mustard.

Manhattan Wings

bigger than buffalo wings! deep fried and smothered in your choice of barbeque or cajun sauce with celery and ranch dressing.

Stuffed Portabella Mushroom Caps

a combination of crabmeat, garlic, and cream cheese baked in sauteed baby portabella mushroom caps topped with melted provolone cheese

Cheese Fries

a blend of two cheeses and bacon over a heaping plate of fries.

Onion Rings

thinly sliced rings are hand-battered and lightly fried to crispy perfection.

Special Touches

Premium Pizzas

Premium

pepperoni, italian sausage, canadian bacon, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers.

Classic

italian sausage, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers.

Veggie

mushrooms, onions, green peppers, and tomatoes.

Create Your Own Pizza

10 cheese pizza, 12 cheese pizza