The American Table / P.O.Box — Restaurant in Oskaloosa

My husband, daughter and I made our first trip to try American Table. We love the historic vibe of both restaurants in the space. However, the lower level P.O. Box is more consistent with the theme of the former post office that occupied the building at one time. The American Table has an open high ceiling and the dark blue walls and sparkling light fixtures are gorgeous. However, we didn’t understand the mounted animal heads on the walls. The concept was kind of all over the place. With that said, the service was great and the food came out quickly and hot. I had the lamb shank on a bed of garlic mashed potatoes. It was spectacular and I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys lamb. Super tender. My husband got the pulled pork Mac and cheese. He said it was very good and the portion was very large. My daughter got the ribeye, the only disappointment in our food. It was $34 and was thin, overcooked and had a charred/bitter taste. My husband and I also tasted it and it was off-putting. The cheese curds were some of the best we have ever had and we would make a special trip just to eat those. My husband ordered a Jack Daniel’s on the rocks and it was served over crushed ice versus a large single cube. We will definitely return now that we know...

A P.O. Box experience.

Had family come from out of state and decided to go to the American Table. But due to the website not showing two separate schedules for the two restaurants. We were informed that the American Table was closed that evening and were told to go to the PO Box, downstairs. Waited quite a long time for sandwiches when there were only 5 other tables. Then when they brought the food they set the tray on another table with half hanging off, of course 2 plates dumped onto the ground and we had to wait for our food to be remade as family ate. I'm not one for handouts, but after that there was no offer of discount, coupon, or anything besides the initial sorry. On top of that, the food was not good, extremely salty and over cooked, and that was a complaint from everyone at the table.

The atmosphere is great with all the work they did to the old post office and seeing all the post...

We stopped for a light lunch and to visit. This place was phenomenal! The bar is in the basement where the brick walls have been restored absolutely beautifully. The background music was at the right setting so you could have a conversation and hear everyone who was talking in that conversation. The service was great, very attentive but not hovering. The cheese curds are amazing! The boneless wings were sauced but not drenched, just the right amount. And the ranch dressing is spot on for dipping! It's not a cheap vinegary flavor. While asking about the fabulous blue paint, we were offered a tour by the owners. You thought you came to drink & eat but the history and the time put into the restoration is as good as the food! Above the bar is dining and private party areas! Sooo beautiful! Will definitely have to make the 2...