Woodfire Grille at Diamond Jo - Dubuque

Name: Woodfire Grille at Diamond Jo - Dubuque
Address: 301 Bell St, Dubuque, IA, United States, 52001
Telephone: (563) 690-4755
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

921 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

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Woodfire Grille is a contemporary wine centric steak and seafood restaurant that features USDA Prime grade steaks and inspired fresh seafood in an upscale and contemporary dining experience. Lauded in reviews that include the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, validates that it is simply the best dining experience in its respective market. With a classic interior, the ambiance is warm with natural wood tones, is welcoming and sure to delight all your senses. Our classically trained chefs personally select our ingredients. Our menus change seasonally as it is our goal is to source locally and offer only the finest produce, meats and seafood available. You will find a lively bar that attracts a dynamic crowd and features an unparalleled wine list and an impressive offering of wines by the glass. Unique to Woodfire is the crafted cocktail program unmatched in the area. Created by our team of creative mixologist, the list is a collection of classic and modern cocktails.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(563) 690-4755
Website
http://diamondjo.com/woodfiregrill
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jonathan Nelson

Location
301 Bell St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Neighborhood
Dubuque
Cross street
3rd Street
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Maryland Crab Cake*
sriracha horseradish rémoulade, fresh greens salad
Avocado Rolls
cashew ginger sauce, crisp wonton wrappers
Shrimp Cocktail* **
spiced poached shrimp, cucumber onion salad, tomato vinaigrette, cocktail sauce, lemon
Calamari*
crispy cornmeal breaded batonnets, thai lime sauce, red pepper marinara
Beef and Bleu* **
prime filet tips, maytag bleu cheese fondue, crispy julienned onion
Crab Rangoon Flatbread*
maryland blue crab, whipped cream cheese, sweet chili sauce, mozzarella
Pineapple Pork Flatbread*
braised berkshire pork, onion garlic spread, red pepper, arugula, pickled onion, pineapple glaze
Truffle Fries
white truffle oil, fine herbs, reggiano parmesan

Salads

Half-portion salads available. Please inquire with your server

Woodfire Chop Salad**
organic spring mix, applewood smoked bacon, tomato, red onion, cucumber, egg, avocado, crouton, amish bleu cheese, signature chop dressing
House Salad**
mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, creamy italian dressing
BLT Wedge Salad**
applewood smoked bacon, sun-dried tomato, maytag bleu cheese dressing, garlic croutons
Kale Crunch Salad**
tuscan baby kale, shredded carrot, avocado, pumpkin seeds, dried blueberries, lemon tahini dressing, everything seasoning

Soups

Lobster Bisque*
chive & chili oil
French Onion
garlic crouton, gruyère

Steaks & Chops

We feature USDA Prime Grade beef and Berkshire pork. The steaks and chops are hand selected and trimmed to our exact specifications by crafted artisans

Porterhouse* **
Available in 24 oz
Filet Mignon* **
Available in 8 oz
Rib Eye Steak* **
Available in 16 oz
New York Strip* **
Available in 16 oz
Tomahawk Rib Eye* **
28 oz bone-in chop, coffee, coriander and peppercorn crust
Prime Rib of Beef* **
Available on Fridays and Saturdays. Available in Diamond Cut 22 oz, King Cut 16 oz, Queen Cut 10 oz

Enhancements

Oscar Style**
Lump Crab* **
Maytag Bleu Cheese
Truffle Oil Mushrooms**
Sautéed Field Mushrooms**
Caramelized Onions**
Fried Onions
Hollandaise**
Béarnaise**
Maryland Crab Cake*
Sea Scallop* **
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp* **
Grilled Shrimp* **
Lobster Tail* **
broiled cold-water lobster tail

Main

WFG Burger* **
wagyu beef, cheddar, center-cut bacon, house pickles, red onion tomato jam
Berkshire Pork Tenderloin*
cider brined berkshire pork tenderloin, fire-roasted fuji apple, pearl onions, golden raisins, mustard glaze
New Zealand Lamb*
tomato and garlic crusted rack of lamb, arugula and grapefruit salad, serrano mint vinaigrette

Seafood & Pasta

Sesame Chicken*
pan-roasted chicken, sesame ginger sauce, wild mushrooms, sautéed kale, carrots, brussels sprouts, cabbage, edamame, soba noodles, sesame seeds
Hungarian Chicken*
pan-roasted chicken, tomato paprika sauce, crème fraîche, roasted caulilini
Crab and Shrimp Carbonara*
capellini pasta, pancetta, heavy cream, reggiano parmesan
Beef Short Rib Stroganoff*
house-made pappardelle pasta, cremini mushroom crema, aged parmesan, onion, mushroom
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp* **
chipotle cream, fresh herbs, capellini pasta
Wild Mushroom Risotto
wild mushrooms, sautéed asparagus, house-made vegan parmesan
Tasmanian King Salmon* **
cedar plank roasted, dijon glaze blackened available upon request
Sautéed Sea Scallops* **
warm mediterranean tomato salad
Thai Seafood Pasta*
black tiger shrimp, jumbo sea scallops, peanut sauce, chili sauce, wild mushrooms, carrots, edamame, capellini pasta
Chilean Sea Bass* **
chipotle shallot cream, sautéed organic spinach or sweet miso glaze, sautéed kale, carrot and cabbage blend
Lobster Tails* **
twin broiled cold-water lobster tails, drawn butter, lemon

Sides

Sautéed Spinach with Parmesan**
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon**
Roasted Broccoli**
Roasted Brussels Sprouts**
Truffle Fries
truffle oil, house herbs, parmesan cheese
Dirty Garlic Mashed Potatoes**
Baked Potato**
Pecan Smoked au Gratin Potatoes
bechamel, gruyere
Loaded Baked Potato
Macaroni and Cheese
white cheddar, bechamel, lobster stock, cream
Seasonal Vegetable
inquire with server

What 921 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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TedA
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every bite delicious. Excellent service. Never felt rushed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice and cozy. Was there for an anniversary dinner and it was a romantic setting. Staff was great!
PA
PACarolina
Chicago
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We had date night and wanted to check out a high quality restaurant not too far from where we live and Woodfire did not disappoint! We started with the sirloin tips and like this blue cheese fondue. I have a gluten allergy so more limited, but this was GF and the chef let us try the cheese ahead of ordering it as not fans of blue cheese, but our waitress was knowledgeable and had tried the things we asked about (nice job chef!!) and told us we’d prob like it. She was right! Sirloin very tasty. Still a little blue cheese taste but manageable and didn’t dip a lot of it. I had the sea bass over a bed of sautéed spinach and my husband had the seafood pasta.The sea bass was cooked perfectly with good flavor but not a lot….had the Cajun and I think if I would have dipped it in the sauce it came on the plate more initially, it would have been even more amazing! I love this dish in the Ozarks so I was nervous it may not be as good, but it was fabulous and I’d get it again here! My husbands pasta was more bland and he wouldn’t get it again. The sauce definitely helped but had a sweet and sour flavor, which for a higher dining experience, we were looking for something more unique. The GF brownies were awesome!! Came as two and two tiny scoops of ice cream. This tasted like 5 star dining. Drinks were great too!!
KB
KimB
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful atmosphere. Excellent service. Great food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a treat! Fantastic food! Great ambiance and Michelle is the best server!!!
RH
RachelH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service Food was great Server was top notch
MM
MaryM
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall3food1service2ambience3
This was very disappointing. Food came out cold service was just OK. Will be awhile before I go back.
JA
JoanA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was looking for a quiet romantic atmosphere to have dinner with my date and Woodfire was perfect. The food was delicious and the service was great. It was a little pricey but worth every penny for a special occasion.
D
Diner55
Des Moines
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Food, Excellent Service would Highly Recommend
LT
LomT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The service was excellent along with the atmosphere. Food was very good did not disappoint. Thanks for making our special night special.
J
Jason
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience4
Felt rushed by our server. We were not offered appetizers had to ask to order them. We kinda struggled to order as no help was given or recommendations made by our server. Three members of our party had the prime rib which was served at room temp and had very little flavor. no auju was given, but then again maybe it doesn’t come with any. Other places serve it with prime rib. On our first time there we had the best experience. This, our second, just didn’t live up to the first time we were there. Might have to rethink our next special occasions and chose a different place to go.
PS
PaulaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was very patient and pleasant. The food was all excellent. Was very nice of you to give us the small private dining room. It was the perfect place to celebrate our sons White Coat Ceremony. We will definitely be back next year after Graduation.
LB
LizBeth
Phoenix
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Medium-rare steaks were slightly overgrilled, but still tasty. Want to go back and try rest of menu that sounds delicious.
MH
MicheleH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an amazing place to eat! The Lobster Macaroni is my favorite!!
AM
AliceM
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bread and tomato jam, chop salad, steak and au gratin potatoes, shrimp and crab carbonara were excellent. Pleasant dining experience.
S
Strider
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food (filet, ribeye), exceptional service (thank you, Michelle), and delicious dessert (caramel-apple cheesecake).
m
mikek
Des Moines
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Little pricey if you get steak, but bacon wrapped shrimp is great, as is the Rangoon Pizza. Great fries and asparagus too!
C
Cowboy
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience1
The food tasted very gamy. I couldn’t eat my food.
JR
JoyceR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time dining there and will definitely be back! Loved it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Meant all expectations.
JM
JohnM
Des Moines
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience4
Both my wife and I asked for ribeyes. We asked for our ribeyes to be medium rare and they were rare. They also had no taste as though it was a bad cut of meat. VERY disappointed since this was my birthday and our wedding Anniversary dinner.
F
Freddie
Milwaukee
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have never been unhappy with WoodFire Grill!! Staff is so friendly and thorough. Food was great! Would go back again for sure
b
bdelaney
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Horrible experience, horrible food
RW
RobertW
Atlanta
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
Great server. Kevin will be spectacular at whatever else he does. Ordinary, reasonably priced food. Decent ambiance, considering the fact that it is located just off a gaming room which apparently allows smoking.
SS
SarahS
Minneapolis
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the best meal we've had in years at a restaurant. Everything was delicious right down to the homemade chocolate truffles at the end! The ambiance was spectacular. All the staff from the host, the server, the managers made us feel welcomed. We were celebrating a birthday and they greeted us accordingly. We had prime rib and filet, wedge salad and split a big baked potato. It was all incredible! Would absolutely come back again. Thank you so much. (Helpful tip: reservations are important on a busy weekend)
BC
BrianC
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Woodfire Grille in the Diamond Jo is a great choice for a special occasion or if you have just hit it big at the tables or slots. Excellent food and service.
KK
KathyK
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sue Bodvig and I have lost our husbands who friends for over fifty years. Sue and I remain best friends and we come to Diamond Jo’s at least one a month from Freeport, IL for a day of gambling and always look forward to having dinner at the Woodfire! We have ever been disappointed.
LB
LilB
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the staff was very welcoming and professional. They did an amazing job, and we are looking forward to our next visit!
DT
DelT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
The service was outstanding, as were the appetizers. The food was only good. My beef and noodles dish were only slightly warm as were two of the other main entrees. The pretty penny Woodfire charges should be reflected in perfecting their delivery of hotter entrees.
DM
DanielM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place, and great service. We just had burgers and appetizers.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely evening made even more special by our server. It was terrific
NR
NickR
Milwaukee
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We were seated promptly at 5pm. The table was not adequately cleaned from the previous night's service, but our server apologized and made it right. Beef and Bleu app was delicious with properly-cooked steak and a fondue that did not break. Avocado rolls were also well-prepared. Half-sized salads were made well. Entrees were 4/5. The burger was served med-rare rather than medium, but it had good flavor, and the pork chop was tender, moist, and served medium as-ordered. Au gratin potatoes were very rich, would have sufficed with a half portion if offered, and the truffle fries were also in abundance but served hot. Crème brûlée was very creamy with good crust. Overall a pleasant experience.
MS
MichaelS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent and the portions were not to small. The staff was curtious. Overall a very good experience.
T
Tall
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
k
kellyc
Las Vegas
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our anniversary & it was so good we are coming back Saturday!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Anniversary
BH
BruceH
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good and ambiance was outstanding. Wasn’t sure as the restaurant is located in a casino. Would highly recommend.
DR
DianeR
Des Moines
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The menu has changed slightly, but the choices were excellent. Our server was very friendly and attentive, and the restaurant is quiet and comfortable.
JD
JamesD
Des Moines
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great experience with a great Staff. The Food Feature (scallops) were not the Best, unfortunately. Very uncharacteristic of this wonderful restaurant. The wine list is fantastic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience5
In short, we left after waiting 50 min and not getting out meal. They do not serve gluten free bread.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Woodfire Grille at Diamond Jo - Dubuque is rated 4.5 stars by 921 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Google Map for Woodfire Grille at Diamond Jo - Dubuque

301 Bell St, Dubuque, IA 52001

Additional information

Cross street
3rd Street
Neighborhood
Dubuque
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jonathan Nelson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://diamondjo.com/woodfiregrill
Phone number
(563) 690-4755

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Woodfire Grille at Diamond Jo - Dubuque

Make a reservation

Additional information

38 Iowa Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Avocado Rolls

Rib Eye Steak

House Salad

Starters

Maryland Crab Cake*

Avocado Rolls

Shrimp Cocktail* **

Calamari*

Beef and Bleu* **

Crab Rangoon Flatbread*

Pineapple Pork Flatbread*

Truffle Fries

Salads

Woodfire Chop Salad**

House Salad**

BLT Wedge Salad**

Kale Crunch Salad**

Soups

Lobster Bisque*

French Onion

Steaks & Chops

Porterhouse* **

Filet Mignon* **

Rib Eye Steak* **

New York Strip* **

Tomahawk Rib Eye* **

Prime Rib of Beef* **

Enhancements

Oscar Style**

Lump Crab* **

Maytag Bleu Cheese

Truffle Oil Mushrooms**

Sautéed Field Mushrooms**

Caramelized Onions**

Fried Onions

Hollandaise**

Béarnaise**

Maryland Crab Cake*

Sea Scallop* **

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp* **

Grilled Shrimp* **

Lobster Tail* **

Main

WFG Burger* **

Berkshire Pork Tenderloin*

New Zealand Lamb*

Seafood & Pasta

Sesame Chicken*

Hungarian Chicken*

Crab and Shrimp Carbonara*

Beef Short Rib Stroganoff*

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp* **

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Tasmanian King Salmon* **

Sautéed Sea Scallops* **

Thai Seafood Pasta*

Chilean Sea Bass* **

Lobster Tails* **

Sides

Sautéed Spinach with Parmesan**

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon**

Roasted Broccoli**

Roasted Brussels Sprouts**

Truffle Fries

Dirty Garlic Mashed Potatoes**

Baked Potato**

Pecan Smoked au Gratin Potatoes

Loaded Baked Potato

Macaroni and Cheese

Seasonal Vegetable

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