Maid-Rite

"Unique to Iowa, the Maid-Rite is also known as "loosemeats" or a "tavern." Several years ago, when comedienne Roseanne opened a diner in Iowa, this sloppy sandwich was the specialty of the house."
Michael Stern






"Maid-Rite is one of the few chain restaurants with real character. To the far right of this picture is the drive-up window, but beware: trying to eat one of these sandwiches in your car can be a very messy business."
Michael Stern



"Maid-Rite's stylish logo dates back three-quarters of a century."
Michael Stern



"We took this clean bag as a souvenir; the one that held our sandwiches virtually disintegrated by the time we had finished lunch."
Michael Stern