Blind Tiger

Blind Tiger We have a history of surprising your tastebuds, and now we will surprise you yet again! A "Blind Tiger" was actually a fascinating term from the 1800s.

Our restaurant will provide you with the history of Lenox, great food, and a great experience! It was a nickname for speakeasies and illegal drinking establishments that popped up during temperance times, particularly when alcohol restrictions were sweeping across America. In fact, the first Blind Tigers in South Carolina appeared in Charleston around 1893 as a way to resist the strict "Dispensary

" laws put in place by Governor Ben "Pitchfork" Tillman. We hope to help this name live on in with our restaurant and pay homage to this rebellious history and the history of Lenox, Iowa.

What a perfect day to let someone else do the cooking. Open 10AM-2PM
08/30/2026

What a perfect day to let someone else do the cooking.
Open 10AM-2PM

Slide on in, cool cats, the brunch buffet is humming like a saxophone in a smoky back room. Tomorrow’s spread is stacked...
08/30/2026

Slide on in, cool cats, the brunch buffet is humming like a saxophone in a smoky back room. Tomorrow’s spread is stacked high with biscuits & gravy, sizzling bacon, country sausage, golden French toast, fluffy scrambled eggs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork, potatoes and a whole parade of other delights for the early‑day revelers.
Come hungry, leave happy, and let the Tiger treat you like you’re on the VIP list. 10AM-2PM

08/29/2026
How many ways can we say the ribs are delicious?Ribs so good they stop conversations.Ribs that’ll make a flapper forget ...
08/28/2026

How many ways can we say the ribs are delicious?

Ribs so good they stop conversations.
Ribs that’ll make a flapper forget her pearls.
Fall‑off‑the‑bone happiness.
Ridiculously good ribs.

Now it’s your turn — give us your saying. Drop your best rib worthy line below and let’s see who’s got the tastiest creativity in Lenox. If you need inspiration we are open 11AM-9PM come take a bite.

08/24/2026

The Blind Tiger in Lenox is quite the hidden gem. Enter through a flower shop, find the secret button and a wall slides open to reveal this speakeasy style restaurant. Mike and Becky Smith worked tirelessly to renovate a historic Main Street building and bring a fun destination to their town.

You can read the full story in our August/September edition, on newsstands now. Not a subscriber? Visit www.ouriowamagazine.com/subscribe to start your subscription today!

Step through the door and into the glow,  Sunday brunch is rolling like a back‑alley jazz tune. We’re serving all the fa...
08/23/2026

Step through the door and into the glow, Sunday brunch is rolling like a back‑alley jazz tune. We’re serving all the favorites: biscuits & gravy, bacon, sausage, French toast, scrambled eggs, chicken, cheesy vegetable medley, scalloped potatoes, brisket, pulled pork, and a whole lot more for the hungry hepcats.

Come on in, fill your plate, and let the Tiger treat you right. Open 10AM-2PM

08/22/2026

Open 11am-9pm
Steak Special
8 oz sirloin 2 Sides
$20

FRIDAY MEANS RIBS AT THE BLIND TIGER! They’re getting ready to hit the smoker… low, slow, and worth the wait. Friday Rib...
08/21/2026

FRIDAY MEANS RIBS AT THE BLIND TIGER!

They’re getting ready to hit the smoker… low, slow, and worth the wait.

Friday Rib Special — $2 OFF all rib purchases!

Come hungry and get ’em while they last—because once these ribs start coming off the smoker, they don’t stick around long.

📍 The Blind Tiger | 122 N Main St., Lenox
⏰ Open 11 AM–9 PM

DON’T FORGET—THURSDAYS AT THE BLIND TIGER!  WINGS & PASTA SPECIALS! Full menu also available. Come in style, come hungry...
08/20/2026

DON’T FORGET—THURSDAYS AT THE BLIND TIGER! WINGS & PASTA SPECIALS! Full menu also available.
Come in style, come hungry, grab your favorites, and settle in for some seriously good eats.
Open 11 AM–9 PM. Blind Tiger 122 N Main St., Lenox
The secret’s out… Thursday dinner plans are handled.

Rainy day? Sounds like the perfect excuse for BRUNCH at The Blind Tiger! We’ve got the coffee hot, mimosas cold, and the...
08/16/2026

Rainy day? Sounds like the perfect excuse for BRUNCH at The Blind Tiger!

We’ve got the coffee hot, mimosas cold, and the food ready, and plenty of speakeasy charm waiting for you.

🥓 Biscuits & gravy, bacon & sausage
🍳 Scrambled eggs & French toast
🍖 Pulled pork
🍝 Pasta
🍓 Fresh fruit & desserts
☕ And plenty more on the buffet!
Open today 10 AM–2 PM
Adults $15 | Kids 12 & under $8

Address

122 Main Street
Lenox, IA
50851

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+16413332967

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