Starting with the Machine Shed Restaurant, a 100 seat restaurant in Davenport, Iowa in 1978, Heart of America Group has grown to include a portfolio of award-winning owned and operated restaurants, hotels and commercial developments.

The Machine Shed Restaurant is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The Machine Shed opened its first location in 1978 on the outskirts of Davenport, Iowa. Starting with only 100 seats, and a powerful commitment: “Dedicated to the American Farmer.” That five-word dedication meant working hard to have a restaurant that wasn’t just ‘farm themed’ but something that farmers could be proud of. The Machine Shed now has six locations across the Midwest. The food is made from scratch, daily.

ST. CHARLES, Iowa – Wildwood Hills Ranch, with the generous support of Heart of America Group, raised more than $280,000 this fall from two fundraising events: the Wild About the Child Barn Dance hosted at Veritas Stables in Davenport, IA and a Thanksgiving buffet at The Machine Shed in Urbandale, IA.

Thunder Bay Grille will be hosting a breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 16th, 2017, from 9am-12pm. The event will include stories with Santa and traditional breakfast favorites such as: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Cheddar Casserole, Biscuits and Gravy, French Toast, Waffles, Assorted Pastries, Desserts, plus much more.

Prices for Breakfast are:

Adults - $12.99 Kids 10 years and under - $8.99

Thunder Bay Grille will be open on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23rd 2017, from 10am-4pm. The Thanksgiving Buffet will include traditional favorites such as: Roasted Turkey, Bourbon Glazed Ham, Fried Chicken, Herb Roasted Chicken, Classic Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Sweet Potato Casserole, Green Bean Casserole, Pumpkin Pie, plus much more.

Prices for Dinner are:

Adults - $21.99 Ages 5-10 - $10.99 Ages 4 and Under – Free

Gramma’s Kitchen & Checkered Flag will be welcoming Veterans and active Military to join us for a complimentary breakfast, lunch or dinner on Veterans Day, Saturday November 11th 2017.

Veterans and active Military need only show a valid form of Military or Veterans ID to enjoy a complimentary meal. A special menu has been created especially for this occasion and includes sides and a non-alcoholic beverage.

The Machine Shed is featuring a new sweet treat at the Mississippi Valley State Fair this year - Maple Frosted Candied Bacon Donuts. The donuts are drizzled with a maple glaze and bacon pieces. The Machine Shed will be at the fair – located off of West Locust in Davenport. The fair runs from August 1st to the 6th.

The Machine Shed is featuring a new sweet treat at the Mississippi Valley State Fair this year - Maple Frosted Candied Bacon Donuts. The donuts are drizzled with a maple glaze and bacon pieces. The Machine Shed will be at the fair – located off of West Locust in Davenport. The fair runs from August 1st to the 6th.

The Machine Shed is excited to announce that their new menu is now available. The new menu reflects its dedication to the American Farmer, with a modern twist. There are great new appetizers ranging from Farm Fresh Spinach Artichoke Dip and Roasted Cauliflower, to amazing new entrees like the mouthwatering aged to perfection T-Bone steak and fresh pan-seared or cedar plank Salmon. There are so many delicious options, you are sure to find your new favorite at The Shed!