By late afternoon, I usually stop pretending I want anything sensible. The pavement is hot, the car feels stuffy, and a cold dessert suddenly sounds less like a treat and more like a very reasonable plan.
That is when a walk-up window really earns its place in summer. You order from the sidewalk, wait just long enough to build anticipation, and walk away with something that starts melting before you find a seat.
These 12 Iowa spots understand the assignment, and honestly, resisting them feels like unnecessary work.
1. Kool Moo, Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids has no shortage of great food spots, but Kool Moo holds a special place in the hearts of locals who grew up making it their first stop after school or weekend errands…