Power Cafe – American
Power Cafe hums with a vibrant energy, offering a welcoming retreat where the comforting aromas of bubbling macaroni and cheese and smoky BBQ pulled pork fill the air. The kitchen crafts a playful array of handheld favorites and crisp, garden-fresh salads, perfect for those seeking a soulful midday refuel or a quick, flavorful bite on the move. It is a lively destination where nostalgic comfort meets modern convenience, turning every meal into a satisfying, high-energy escape.
309, South Madison Street, Iowa City, IA, 52242 +13193843427 https://dining.uiowa.edu/locations/power-cafe0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Hearty hot food options and made-to-order entrees.
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich - $14: Pulled pork with BBQ sauce on a bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $14: Breaded chicken strips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadillas - $14: Tortilla with melted cheese and fillings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni and Cheese - $14: Pasta in cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich - $14: Toasted bread with melted cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walking Tacos - $14: Taco ingredients served in a chip bag Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches and Wraps
Freshly prepared handhelds for on-the-go dining.
- Assorted To-Go Sandwiches - $14: Freshly prepared deli sandwiches Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Assorted Wraps - $14: Various fillings in flour tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Starters
Light starters, fresh greens, and warm soups.
- Fresh Garden Salads - $14: Mixed greens and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $14: Breaded and fried cheese sticks Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oasis Falafel Products - $14: Mediterranean style chickpea fritters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Soups - $14: Rotating variety of hot soups Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Sweet treats from local bakeries.
- Pink Umbrella Bakery Cookies - $14: Freshly baked gourmet cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
Hot and cold drink selections including Starbucks products.
- Starbucks Coffee - $10: Hot brewed coffee
- Fruit Smoothies - $14: Blended fruit drinks
- Milkshakes - $14: Creamy blended dairy shakes
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