50 Best Bars near Altoona

“I remember when I was a kid going to this place when it was called Anthony’s. Hawk Haven with the awesome leadership, great staff, and an awesome environment have far surpassed the expectations of anything that’s been there prior. With it being family owned knowing there locals from here I’d highly recommend to anyone.“

“Awesome little bar. Heather the bartender was very attentive and very friendly. Got served quickly. Nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.
I have food at a five, but they dont serve food. Im sure if they did it would be a five star review.“

“Love this place… brought friends with us last night, great female server, very friendly… only complaint, wish u had tap beer.“

“Great atmosphere and great people.“

“THEY GOT FREE RESTROOMS AND THOTS!“

“New owners came in and dropped a coat of paint on this bar, hired a great manager (shout out Jess!) and made the place feel more inviting. Plus, hard to beat one of the best steak dinner deals in town on Thursdays. Excited to see what they do with a planned expansion to the kitchen. Looking forward to some breakfast.“

“It’s obviously…the coolest place to hangout! 🍹🎉“

“Hands down my favorite bar. All the bartenders rock, the space is cozy, the drinks are actually reasonably priced, and they don’t skimp on the liquor. If it’s a busy night it can be HARD to find seating, but that’s most bars to be fair. Highly recommend“

“Celebrated my Dad's 71st B-day at this est. & was blown away by the service & how accommodating they were. Catered to my Dad making his night special & memorable.
Drinks were great w/ jello shots being my fav.. I'm beyond thankful for all that joined us.“

“Great food Great music awesome outside in the summer. I give this place a 💯.“

“can't remember the bartenders name but he was good it wasn't crazy busy but he remembered what you where drinking and my friend had said she likes to have a water after every couple of drinks and he remembered every time to give her water. the crowd is a variety of everybody. the ski ball was busy all night so I never got to play wich is the reason for my 4 rating... the games are only one token and the drinks arent overpriced making it an ideal place to hang out if you dot have a lot of cash but wanna do something. it is extremely dark in there though. oh and I wish they made food later. pizza stops at 8.amd that stinks cuz who doesnt like to eat a slice of greasy pizza after drinking for awhile-noone....lol! ihad a fun tiem, haven't been to any other arcade places so I've nothing to compare it to, but still it's a cool little 2 story hangout!!“

“nice little gem hidden on the southside.“

“We have been to visit The Republic several times and have had a phenomenal time each visit! The staff are second to none! Ask for Nicole Ripperger for great service!“

“I think Mary go round is the most comfortable bar in Des Moines u never have to wait for a drink and prices are reasonable“

“I can't say enough of the bartender. In my book she was great has all the skills to make a bartender. Came in just to kill some time. But found myself haveing a great time playing pool with other customer and enjoyed the outdoor space. Great place to take a bike ride and stop to stretch your legs. I will be going back there 5?✴??????“

“it's a great neighborhood bar. Bingo on Wednesday nights is awesome. i have came several times.“

“We went here for a drink cuz our regular bar was closed for the night. The bartender was rude and ignored us even after I said hi to her. parking lot sucks. Bathroom sucks. Other customers gave rude dirty looks. We will NEVER be back. Poor example for our east side.“

“great service, cheap prices . go there befriend Pam. shes amazing“

“Best bar and bartenders in Ankeny! Cheyenne is always friendly and always treats you like family. Huge selection of beer and liquor with great pours. Lots of tvs and friendly people. Handicapped accessible and has a nice patio for the summer months! Will always stop in when I’m in town!“

“Ken’s is a very nice speakeasy and it’s no secret. Food was good and drinks were also really good. Being from Texas it was nice to taste some of the local beer. Sorry no pics I can’t believe it myself. Well I guess your gonna have to come see for yourself. Thank you to all the staff. We were on a company sponsored event and Ken’s knocked it out of the park. Overall a great experience.“

“I LOVE the burgers! and the crispy chicken wraps are amazing. all the bartenders are absolutely wonderful and so nice!“

“best place at the fairto watch drunk idiots make fools of themselves, if you're lucky you'll get a glimpse of some of our glorious leaders and their wives in all their glory, have your cameras ready!“

“The Blue Ribbon bar and eatery provides a delightful dining experience. The food is exceptional, the service is attentive, and the ambiance is perfect for a cozy time while at the Iowa State Fair. Wide range of exceptional food, but the quality makes it worthwhile. The Cozy booth style seating is recommended for those seeking amazing food and comfortable / energetic environment. Absolutely a must while at the Iowa State Fair!“

“We just celebrated our marriage there with drinks and tacos! They had a killer beer and taco deal going on. We thought the drinks were delicious, the ambiance was perfect, and the staff and service were top-notch!! I would highly recommend, and can’t wait to head back!“

“Women were gorgeous and polite..only thing is alcohol to expensive“

“Bike night on Wednesdays!“

“Wonderful bar to catch some live music or just play some pool. The night we went there was only one bartender and she was absolutely killing it. Didn't get her name but hopefully she got some credit for how well she did. Definitely will be coming back in the future. Thanks for a wonderful time Fremont!“

“Best spot in the neighborhood💯🖤“

“My go to for comfort food which is mostly this sausage sandwich, I’m 100% Italian and have consumed almost every sausage sandwich in Des Moines, this one is the best to me… because it’s different! Will love you always and forever!“

“Excellent service and food!“

“Fantastic spot, stopped for a quick drink while traveling from CO to MI. I believe I had the “year of the horse” espresso mezcal drink. Absolutely incredible.

The staff were super friendly and personable. Wished me safe travels. I am terrible with names and cant remember them all but the young man and Monet (again attempting to get the name) and other young lady were delightful. Will definitely make a trip back just for this bar.“

“Sure, it's a strip mall bar that's pretty much a dive, but I love it. Staff is surprisingly attentive and polite for how busy it can get and I've never had much of an issue with the clientele. Love coming hear to watch Hawkeye, Cyclone or Cubs games. Insanely low prices also. One of my favorite bars in the city.“

“We were visiting with friends on a Thursday night sitting at the bar.

Service: Excellent
DRINKS: Wonderful
Food: we had chips, queso and salsa. I highly recommend this!

The pariaso ahumado was very delicious. The pineapple puree and hot honey was a fantastic combination of flavors along with the mezcal. I had 3. Get one for yourself!“

“Events during the week are great! Fun bartenders, local patrons and all around great time!“

“No where else my friends and I would rather be on a weekend night in DSM! We always have so much fun, and all services are top notch, from the drinks, to the music, to the company.. especially bartenders Katie & Trent! 🤍 Also, how can you not love the Photo Booth!“

“My absolutely favorite place in DSM. Food and drinks are incredible. Exceptional service. Awesome people and vibe. 10/10/10 recommend. Go try it you will not be disappointed.“

“Trailside Tap is a must-visit in Ankeny! The back patio is amazing. The Berry Summer Salad and Three Pepper Burger were packed with flavor and just the right size. And do yourself a favor—order the Mulberry Mule. You won’t regret it!“

“10/10. This place nailed it. Had the double smash burger upgraded the fries. The burger was everything you'd ever want from a burger. Way better than Zombie burger and for me a step above Lucilles. The atmosphere reminds me of a quiet cafe off of the French Quarter in New Orleans. Just a quiet laid back no hurry vibe. Will definitely be returning.“

“Best karaoke bar in town!“

“I was in town visiting some friends when we decided to stop in here. Food was AMAZING, drinks were FANTASTIC although I think a lot of that had to do with our amazing bar tender Adrina. She was super quick with the drinks and made the best expresso martini I've ever had! Thanks Adrina/Civeche “

“Great food and beer, and very friendly staff. We come here every time we visit Des Moines!!“

“All the servers looked happy and smiling. Our server Gavin was soooo nice!!! Would definitely recommend eating here.“

“my daughter and I stumbled upon this neat place today. she has the classic burger with a side of fresh fruit and she loved it. I had the grinder with a side of amazing tomato bisque soup. we shared some tasty chicken loaded nachos and will definitely be making the 45 minute drive again very soon. our waitress was a lovely lady named Tatum(I cannot remember how your name is spelled,I'm so sorry). she was rocking the bar and taking orders all by herself. she constantly made sure we were doing ok. 10/10🤟“

“always lots of fun, sports, good drinks, food, come on in. If you are sensitive to language, off colored jokes, flirtatious., stay away“

“This place is priceless. it is a must stop when you are in Des Moines. Love this place and all the graffiti decor. Amazing!“

“It was a pleasure working with Iowa Professional Painting. The work was excellent and the price was very reasonable.“

“Best pizza in Central Iowa!! Great family environment, ownership, and staff!“

“Eastside’s hidden gems dinning establishment. Hands down best in wings in the DSM metro. Get ready for a little bit of east side culture mixed with some of the best handcrafted deep-friend wings with amazing hot sauce. It’s a buck-list item for all DSM residents.“

“Fun atmosphere! Delicious food! Excellent service 😊 Great view!“