Jake and Walt’s Fort Diner

09/12/2026

09/08/2026

It’s not just Rodeo Week here at The Fort…it’s also our anniversary! 🎉 We’re celebrating our 31st as Jake and Walt’s and this little diner has been serving Fort Madison for 85 YEARS!
To everyone who has supported us, and made The Fort part of your rodeo tradition — thank you. We’re so grateful for each and every one of our customers. And to those visiting for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you!
This week we will have homestyle specials everyday, plus your favorites!
•Fresh Hand Breaded Tenderloins🍴
•The Best Burgers in Town 🍔
•Breakfast served all day 🥞
•& The smoker will be rolling on Saturday, BBQ will be ready after the parade! 😋
Need it to-go? We’ve got carry-out!
📞 319-372-1949
Hours-Monday: 8am-1pm
Tuesday-Friday: 8am-8pm
Saturday: 6am-8pm
Sunday: 6am-1pm
Enjoy Rodeo week everyone! Have fun and Be safe! We’re here if you get hungry! 🙌🏻🤠

09/06/2026

We’ll be OPEN Labor Day from 8 AM–1 PM!
Let us do the cooking, relax and enjoy your day off! 🙌🏻 🥓 🥞
Happy Labor Day from all of us at the Fort!

09/02/2026

🧀🍅🌿 COME TRY SOMETHING DELICIOUS! 🌿🍅🧀

Our Spinach & Tomato Grilled Cheese is sure to hit the spot! 😋

Made with:
🍞 Sourdough bread
🌿 Fresh spinach
🍅 Juicy tomatoes
🧀 Swiss cheese
🧀 Pepper Jack cheese

Grilled to golden, melty perfection! 🔥🤤

Come on down to The Fort Diner and give it a try!

Hope to see you!!! ❤️

08/29/2026

Hope to see ya!!!