Local restaurants can give you a taste of the town. Just like the community they call home, the offerings are varied and have the owners' spin on what's a good eat.

When looking for a local restaurant, keep in mind:

• Many don't have large neon signs
• Their establishment fronts aren't necessarily the fanciest or the brightest you'll ever see
• They are not necessarily in a mall or on a busy street; they might be tucked a little out of the way
• Local residents have their favorites so if you strike up a conversation, be sure to ask for their recommendations
• Discovering local eateries is a fun part of the experience of visiting
• Once you find the ones you like, be sure to visit them again

Check out restaurants in these Muscatine County cities:

• Muscatine
• Nichols
• West Liberty
• Wilton