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Born To Fry
About Us
At Born To Fry, we bring the bold and authentic flavors of Central America to Cedar Rapids, IA. Since 2022, we’ve been serving up crispy fried chicken, mouthwatering tacos, traditional tamales, and a variety of Latin-inspired dishes made with fresh ingredients and authentic recipes. Whether you're dining in, grabbing takeout, or planning a special event, our team is here to deliver delicious food with unbeatable flavor. We proudly serve Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Mount Vernon, and surrounding areas. Come experience the taste of Central America today!
Our Story
Owner Jacinto Corio Lopez has worked in the food industry with Hy-Vee for 15 years and all that experience gave him the confidence and know-how to start his own restaurant. Jacinto wanted to bring the unique tastes and flavors of Central America to the Cedar Rapids community. Born To Fry opened its doors in 2022 and has been serving delicious Latin cuisine to its faithful customers ever since.
The biggest item on our impressive and expansive menu is our Latin tacos, including lengua, cabeza, pollo, and asada. We are primarily a Central American restaurant, but we offer more than just Latin cuisine. Our other specialty is fried chicken, which we offer in addition to hot wings, tamales, chuchitos, and atole de elote. We have a wide variety of high quality food and we’re planning to add even more options to our menu.
Our dedicated staff is available and willing to cater all your special events, including birthdays, graduations, weddings, baby showers, corporate events, and more. We will help you make a good impression on your loved ones with our delicious food and your event will surely be one to remember! In addition to dining in our warm and inviting restaurant, we also offer delivery and to-go orders for our customers that prefer to eat their meals at home.
We’re looking forward to partnering with Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Mount Vernon, and the surrounding areas to continue offering authentic Central American cuisine to our lovely community. For more information about our menu, contact Born To Fry at (319) 677-1636 or stop by for a visit to learn more. We'd like to personally invite you to stop by for your next meal today!
Areas Served
Cedar Rapids, IA | Marion, IA | Hiawatha, IA | Robins, IA | Center Point, IA | Mount Vernon, IA | North Liberty, IA
Languages Spoken
- English
- Ixil
- Spanish
What We Offer
Our Specialties include:
- Catering
- Latin Cuisine
- Fried Chicken
Our Services include:
- Event Catering
- To-Go Food
Our Products include:
- Tacos
- Hot Wings
- Tamales
- Chuchitos
- Atole de Elote
- Cabeza
- Lengua
- Pollo
- Asada
Testimonials
On 2/20/2025
Russell Schlotfeldt
had this to say:
absolutely fantastic place. Definitely worth a try
On 2/2/2025
Garrett Milota
had this to say:
Always friendly, and the food is always so good!
On 10/1/2024
W B
had this to say:
We had them come to our work for an outdoor movie event that we were hosting. The food was amazing and the service was great! Our residents couldn't stop raving about it - we look forward to having them back!
On 9/28/2024
Marisa Gordon
had this to say:
they brought their food truck to our outdoor movie event that we were hosting for our residents at granite valley apartments last night. they did an amazing job, they were on time, and their food was fantastic! The food truck was popping all night long and everyone loved it! we would definitely hire them again, in fact we plan on it! thank you for everything :)
On 8/31/2024
Charlotte Binder Knutson
had this to say:
Amazing! Hands down the best food truck ever. Great flavor! I will be back often.
Contact Us
Born To Fry
3221 Center Point Rd NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Phone: (319) 677-1636
Email: borntofry1
We are located Papa Juan's Mexican Grille and Via Sofia's
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Payment Types Accepted
American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Our Hours
Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
News
A little bit of spice never hurt anyone! Our spicy chicken sandwich will satisfy your craving for heat and flavor. Served hot and crispy, it’s the perfect bite for any spice lover. 🌶️🍔Looking for a tasty lunch? Try our cheeseburger with all the fixings, paired perfectly with our crispy tater tots! It's a satisfying meal that's sure to keep you coming back for more. 🍔🍟
Breakfast made easy and delicious! Start your day right with our hearty breakfast burritos—stuffed with fresh ingredients that’ll fuel you through the day. Add a side of cheese curds for a crispy treat you won’t forget. 🌯🧀
End your week on a high note with our famous fried chicken! Every Friday, treat yourself to our perfectly crispy, juicy, and flavorful fried chicken. Pair it with our delicious sides for a complete meal that'll have you looking forward to Fridays even more. Don't forget to grab extra for the weekend!
Hosting an event? Let us take care of the food! Born To Fry offers amazing catering services, from tacos to tamales and everything in between. We bring the best of Latin cuisine right to your event, so your guests can enjoy fresh, flavorful meals! 🎉🌮
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