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flag Dozens of eastern Iowa restaurants closed in 2025 due to high costs, staffing issues, and changing customer habits.

flag Several restaurants across eastern Iowa have closed in 2025, according to local reports, with owners citing rising operating costs, staffing shortages, and shifting consumer habits as key factors. flag Locations in Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Waterloo are included in the list, though specific names were not provided in the summary. flag The closures reflect broader challenges facing the hospitality industry nationwide, including inflation and reduced foot traffic in some areas. flag No official statewide data was released, but community members and business owners have noted a noticeable uptick in restaurant vacancies this year.

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