Iron Skillet not only renovated its restaurant with an outdoor theme but enlarged the buffet and has significantly improved its food, if my visit to the buffet Thursday is an example of their regular fare. I had a pepper steak that consisted of bit-sized pieces of steak and bell peppers plus a piece of grilled chicken that was moist and tender. A very solid three stars. But the cake I tried was cloyingly sweet.
The service is still friendly and efficient. The truckers' area is now in the old bar and is very classy with animal prints, sculptures and a replica of a Native American canoe hanging form the ceiling. If you are in a hurry; try the buffet--if rates well with Hometown Buffet in Medford.