In the middle of a long road trip, a diner seems like manna from heaven. It’s exactly what you need to fill you up for the long trip ahead, and the price is right and the portions are big. But not all diners are created equal – and that’s definitely the case for Morg’s, a humble diner just off Highway 63 in Waterloo. The prices are right and the menu is extensive, but the food is uncommonly delicious. If you’re there for breakfast, you’ll be greeted with what just might be the largest pancakes in Iowa, alongside a full breakfast menu. At lunch and dinner, the menu shifts to a collection of rich and authentic country specialties and blue-plate specials. No matter what you pick, you’ll be glad you bellied up to the counter at Morg’s.

For those driving along the many highways leading into Waterloo and heading up Highway 63, the sight of the famous Morg’s awning will feel like an oasis in the desert.

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Inside, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. This old-school roadside diner is right out of the ’50s, down to the old-school music players on the table.

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Breakfast is dedicated to diner classics, and you’ll be able to fill up on a massive place for only a few dollars.

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But it’s not really breakfast at Morg’s unless you order a pancake plate - and gape in awe as you see just how big these things are!

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Spilling off the plate and topped with butter, these sweet and filling flapjacks are the perfect way to begin a day on the road.

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If you pull into Morg’s around lunch or dinner, you’ll find a full menu of country favorites, like this meatloaf with all the sides you can handle.

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Every day, there’ll be lunch specials, and you can find classic Iowa favorites like scalloped potatoes with ham.

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You won’t want to leave without a slice of pie, and Morg’s always has some unique offerings like this amazing Maple Pecan Peach.

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Have you eaten at Morg’s before returning to the open road? Let us know about your meal, and if you indulged in the largest pancakes in Iowa. If you’re planning a visit, make sure to drop by their Facebook page to learn about the special of the day. If you’re looking for another great place for classic Iowa cooking, check out this humble Guthrie Center restaurant.

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Address: Morg’s, 520 Mulberry St, Waterloo, IA 50703, USA