About The Iron Horse Charitone

The Iron Horse Charitone is a cozy and welcoming restaurant nestled at 831 Braden Ave in the heart of Chariton, Iowa. Known for its laid-back atmosphere and friendly service, it’s the kind of place where both locals and visitors instantly feel at home. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a fun night out with friends, this spot delivers a dining experience that feels both familiar and special. The interior has a charming blend of rustic warmth and modern comfort-perfect for conversations over delicious food and good drinks.

What makes The Iron Horse Charitone stand out is its versatile service options. You can enjoy a relaxed dine-in meal, grab a quick takeaway, or even have your favorite dishes delivered straight to your door. The menu offers something for everyone-from hearty comfort food that hits all the right notes to lighter vegetarian options that don’t skimp on flavor. Each dish is crafted with care, and the kitchen’s dedication to quality ingredients shines through in every bite.

When it comes to drinks, this restaurant knows how to keep things lively. Guests can sip on refreshing cocktails, enjoy a glass of fine wine, or unwind with an ice-cold beer. Coffee lovers will also find plenty to appreciate, whether they’re fueling up for the day or pairing their meal with a smooth brew. For those who like to make the most of happy hour, The Iron Horse Charitone serves up tempting small plates and specially priced drinks that make any weekday feel like a celebration. It’s a place where the food comforts you, the drinks lift your spirits, and the atmosphere keeps you coming back for more-because good times and great flavors are always on the menu at The Iron Horse Charitone.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

+ Great beer selection

+ Great cocktails

+ Serves local specialty

+ Sport

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

+ Happy-hour drinks

+ Happy-hour food

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

+ Wi-Fi

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Historic

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Locals

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
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+1 641-774-7587

831 Braden Ave, Chariton, IA 50049, United States

Reviews

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We were in Chariton yesterday running an errand and decided on this place for lunch. Great food!! Loved the onion rings, breaded tenderloin, fries, and sauces. Food was piping hot and fresh. The only negative about the food is they could have let the oil drain from the tenderloin a bit more, but that did not diminish how good it was really. The service was awesome, I cannot remember the servers name, but she was pleasant and attentive to our needs. Great job!!!

- Matt Dudley -

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This is a must stop !! Whenever I'm in town this is the place to eat. I have never got anything here that was not great.

- Bob Brullo -

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We had an outstanding meal at the Iron Horse Charitone on 4/15/22 - everything was delicious, our server was pleasant, efficient & kept our drinks filled - the onion rings & shrimp batter was super delicious & the Bread pudding was perfect - good cocktails too! We plan on returning soon!

- Kathy Caviness -

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We stopped on the 4th of July while out riding motorcycles. The town had its 4th celebration going on. So it was very busy. They were able to sit us (8) in a timely manner. Due to being busy, the service was a little slow. The food was great.

- Jeff Kerr -

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Feels like an older hotel situated in the heart of downtown Chariton, Ia. Seated quickly and our server Payton was right on cue getting drink orders. I had the bacon mac and cheese with chicken added and she had the Carolina burger. Everything came out quickly and cooked very well. Mac n cheese sauce was very creamy and chix was nice and tender. Wife's burger was very well presented. I must say they did a great job in the kitchen. Food was extremely delicious and plentiful. Payton was an awesome server taking our order, checking back, and closing our bill. I would love to come back and try a different dish.

- Troy McGahuey -

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We were fishing for the day at nearby Lake Ellis. Looking for dinner when we got done. Didn't know what to expect but we were absolutely blown away. Service, food and atmosphere were absolutely top notch! And it wasn't overly expensive like places in Des Moines. We'll definitely be back.

- Nickolas Adams (Nick) -

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I had the whiskey bourbon sirloin and it was excellent. Nice serving size and the side dishes were great. My wife had the salmon and it was light in flavorful. The corn chowder soup was outstanding!

- Troy Knight -

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