Jane & Michael Stern

"Miles Inn’s loosemeats are well-fatted with a concentrated beef flavor that delivers completely different satisfaction than a steak or even a pattied hamburger. Two or three Charlie Boys make a wonderful lunch. To drink with Charlie Boys? Plenty of beer, by bottle or tap."

Lonely Planet

"The most popular name at this 1925 tavern is Charlie Boy. And it's a pretty special name as it's the name of the house specialty: an Iowa loosemeat sandwich with a few onions, pickles, some yellow mustard and maybe some cheese, all served on wax paper. The flavour is intensely beefy and best enjoyed with a cheap draft beer."

Titus Ruscitti

"These had a unique taste to them and were actually my favorite loose meat of the spots we stopped to try them at. I liked it and would go back here if ever find myself back in Sioux City."

David Landsel

"A couple of places will inevitably come up in conversation, but you can't do much better than this classic bar, where they are known as Charlie Boys. Here, the simplicity is deceptive - rumor has it that the original, closely guarded recipe for the beef filling contains so many different seasonings, it's almost impossible to faithfully reproduce."

Jennifer Daskevich

""Best Loose Meat Sandwich in Iowa: Miles Inn - The loose meat sandwich served at the Miles Inn in Sioux City, called the Charlie Boy, is a guest favorite made from a secret family recipe. It's best served alongside a schooner of cold beer."

Kim Magaraci

"Their signature Charlie Boy Tavern Sandwiches have made them a legend! In a town filled with the best taverns in the state, you can't go wrong ordering from Miles Inn."

Road Tips

"Certainly, the Charlie Boy at the Miles Inn is a unique taste and one that has to grow on you. The first time I tried one, I was surprised with the taste and wasn't sure I liked it. The second time, I knew what to expect and sort of warmed up to the taste. The following times I've gotten a Charley Boy, I can now see how Sioux Citians have come to love the little loose meat sandwiches that sort of stick together."