Pizza King in Council Bluffs, IA: Pizza & Prime Rib Since 1965

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Pizza King is a family-owned restaurant on North Broadway in Council Bluffs, Iowa, just across the Missouri River from Omaha. It opened in 1965, and despite the name, it's known for prime rib as much as for pizza.

Quick facts

• Cuisine: Pizza, prime rib, steaks, seafood and American favorites
• Address: 1101 N Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
• Area: North Broadway, Council Bluffs (Iowa side of the Omaha Metro)
• Phone: (712) 323-4911
• Hours: Monday to Thursday 4 to 10 PM; Friday and Saturday 4 to 11 PM; Sunday 4 to 10 PM. Hours can change, so call before you go.
• Good for: Family dinners, groups who want different things, pizza night, prime rib lovers

What Pizza King is known for

Pizza King has been run by the Poulos family since it opened in 1965, so it's one of the longer-running family restaurants in the metro. Council Bluffs' tourism site lists it for its pizzas and prime rib, along with steaks, seafood and other American dishes.

It has also won the Omaha Metropolitan Area Tourism Award for Best Restaurant in Pottawattamie County, which is a big reason it shows up on lists of places to eat in Council Bluffs.

Who will like it

• Families where half the table wants pizza and the other half wants a steak or prime rib.
• Groups and teams looking for a casual dinner spot.
• Visitors staying on the Iowa side, near the Council Bluffs casinos and hotels, who want a local place instead of a chain.
• Anyone who likes a long-running, family-owned restaurant with history.

Before you go

• Dinner only: the listed hours start at 4 PM every day, so plan on an evening visit.
• Open seven days a week, including Mondays, which makes it a good pick when other restaurants are closed.
• Call ahead for large groups so they can plan seating.

How to get there

Pizza King is on North Broadway in Council Bluffs, a short drive across the river from downtown Omaha. Get directions to Pizza King

If you're in the mood for a classic steakhouse on the Omaha side, see our guide to Gorat's Steak House. Heading west instead? Maximo's Cantina in Elkhorn is a Mexican spot in downtown Elkhorn.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Pizza King in Council Bluffs?

Pizza King is at 1101 N Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503.

Is Pizza King only pizza?

No. It's known for pizza and prime rib, and the menu also includes steaks, seafood and American dishes.

Is Pizza King open on Mondays?

Yes. The listed hours are 4 to 10 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and 4 to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.

How long has Pizza King been open?

Pizza King opened in 1965 and is family owned and operated by the Poulos family.

Is Pizza King good for families?

Yes. With pizza, prime rib, steaks and seafood on one menu, it works well for families and groups who want different things.

This is a guide based on public information, checked on October 15, 2026. Details like hours and menus change, so confirm with the restaurant before you go.