Welcome to Leo's Italian Restaurant
Leo's Italian Restaurant, located at 29 S Frederick Ave in Oelwein, Iowa, offers a delightful blend of authentic Italian cuisine and inviting atmosphere. Customers praise its extensive menu, featuring standout dishes like the creamy Chicken Alfredo, flavorful chicken parm, and delicious homemade pizza. The garlic cheese bread and tender gizzards, complemented by a signature spicy dip, are local favorites. The attentive staff, like Ali and Esther, provide exemplary service, adding to the warm ambiance filled with great music and decor. With consistently delicious food and a welcoming environment, Leo's is a must-visit for any Italian food lover.
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29 S Frederick Ave, Oelwein, IA 50662, United States Hotline: +1 319-283-1655
Welcome to Leo's Italian Restaurant, a delightful culinary gem nestled in the heart of Oelwein, Iowa at 29 S Frederick Ave. This charming establishment has earned a reputation as a local favorite, thanks to its vibrant atmosphere and mouthwatering Italian fare. With a dedicated team of waitstaff, including the acclaimed Ali, who consistently garners praise for her exceptional service, dining at Leo's transforms into a memorable experience.
From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by an inviting ambiance that combines rustic charm with modern flair. The decor, filled with captivating artwork, creates the perfect backdrop for enjoying your meal. The music enhances the experience, providing a pleasant backdrop that allows for easy conversation.
At Leo's, the menu offers a veritable feast of flavors. Diners rave about the garlic bread topped with cheese, described as “supremely made cheese toast,” setting the tone for the culinary delights that follow. The Chicken Alfredo and Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap has delighted patrons, showcasing the restaurant's ability to blend traditional Italian with local favorites. Furthermore, the house specialty—gizzards served with a spicy dip—has achieved a cult following, highlighting the restaurant's unique offerings beyond standard Italian fare.
Many guests commend the homemade pizza, noted for its fresh ingredients and authentic flavor, pulling you into a world of classic Italian comfort food. The spaghetti and meatballs, although met with mixed reviews, still reflects the love and history that family recipes bring to the table. Each dish is crafted with care, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to freshness and quality. The atmosphere is further enhanced by excellent service, where every member of the team ensures that your visit is nothing short of stellar.
Whether you're enjoying a casual night with friends or celebrating a special occasion, Leo's Italian Restaurant caters to every need with warmth and efficiency. With delicious dishes, attentive service, and an inviting environment, Leo’s is undoubtedly a spot you’ll want to return to time and again. So, if you find yourself in Oelwein, don’t miss the opportunity to indulge in the flavorful offerings at Leo's Italian Restaurant. Your taste buds will thank you!
Leo's was sooo good! Their garlic bread with cheese, is like, this superbly made cheese toast. It is fantastic. See pic. Of course you get more than the 2 peices in the pic. We also had Chicken Alfredo and the onion rings were really good. I had a chicken bacon ranch wrap which although not Italian was wonderfully fresh, with a good amount of chicken. Will definitely be back. 6-26-22. We took the little elevator ride up to the bar upstairs. Had some drinks and a pizza which was really good. So far Leo's has never disappointed.
Ali is the best waitress. Always has the best service.
A local favorite! Leo's has the best gizzards ever! They are very tender and the flavor is phenomenal. And then top it off with their spicy dip! So many other great options as well. Another favorite of mine is their fries. I can't get enough of their special seasoning! And I can never get enough of their homemade pizza. I had the garlic cheese bread for the first time on my last visit and it is another favorite now also!
Great service. Great atmosphere. Amazing music. Very entertaining but also low key and music was not too loud, so able to converse easily with others. Loved the building, absolutely awesome decor and artwork.
All of the waitstaff is absolutely amazing! The food is spectacular! Would highly recommend!! Thank you for a wonderful meal!
My family ordered chicken parm, chicken pesto Alfredo, mozzarella sticks, and spinach dip. Genuinely some of the BEST Italian food I’ve had in a while. So freaking good. The sauce did not taste canned, the chicken was extremely tender, and noodles were cooked just right to me. We will be back.
Our server Esther was very gracious under pressure. We enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Arrived at a busy time and had only a short wait for a clean booth. Thank you for the excellent service and food.
Spaghetti and meatballs, with plan tomato sauce, same sauce used on the Ravioli, Meatballs and Ravioli were good but how about some flavor in the sauce. Who doesn't offer garlic bread/toast with pasta? The plain homemade bread was good but! It is an Italian restaurant after all, good thing we had stuff at home to fix the taste. Definitely not what I remember it tasting like before. Fish bites and chips with a cup of coleslaw, ok. Was going to try a pizza on Saturday but kinda scared to,, afraid it won't taste like the families history as been. Maybe the next trip home. Stopped back today, went with pizza and Fish n chips special along with a loaf of homemade Italian bread. We will be back again, love the pizza and my daughter loves your bread!