24 Best Bars in Council Bluffs

“Love this place, excellent food, nice family business.“

“10/10 would drink here again great bartenders“

“Great spot!“

“katie is a fantastic bartender.“

“Love this bar! They were awesome with the new mask mandate and even though not everyone is happy about it, they kept everyone in compliance. Bar tender Tim was attentive and walked around making sure everyone was taken care of. Would recommend to anyone“

“I am not sure how this place is for a bar, although it looked like a fun crowd on even a week night. However I do love this place because it is one of the few, scratch that, the only BAR AND GAS STATION that I have ever seen. You can get cheaper fuel here than anywhere else in the area. You just need to pay cash inside.I think that is a perfectly good reason to check the place out. It is something everyone should see.“

“Great team work! Good food. Reasonable prices. See you next time.“

“Coldest beer and best karaoke in town!“

“Big Al's really came through for a grieving family when their plans for a Celebration of Life fell through at the last minute. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate them. Thanks so much.“

“1892 is the best sports bar and really the only place I like to watch sports other than my house. Pool table and darts and good company. Jeremy the owner is a class act and very accommodating to the patrons of the bar. I’ve hosted baby showers and birthday parties at 1892 and it’s always been a success! You like to watch soccer at 7AM in morning? Well 1892 will be open so you can cheer on your favorite team! Go Nottingham Forest!“

“Oskies is a bar I've visited quite a few times, particularly to watch my Chicago Bears lose to whatever team they're up against. The staff is always so friendly and inviting. and the patrons all seem to get along despite everybody cheering for different teams and simultaneously pitying the poor Bears fans. I had a few slices of a thin crust, cheese pizza and some chicken Nachos which arrived quickly. Oskies has no pool tables, nor karaoke, but darts and video poker will keep you distracted from how bad our Bears are doing. The bathroom has a ton of graffiti , which you'll notice, should you excuse yourself to the bathroom to cry in a stall about The Offensive Line of the Chicago Bears.“

“Amazing owners!! Highly recommend!“

“A great, friendly place to hang out and visit with other nice people. I've been there a lot and no complaints ever.“

“I love this place! There's only a few places I go out to. I even had my first drink(legal drink) that Dan served back when I was in grad school house hunting. Crazy dan still serves and works here lol.but ultimately I recommend this place a thousand times over. Gracie and Dan have always been my favorite. insane customer service and bartender skills. Gracie runs this place like a pro/killer. And the food is always good. overall I'm always enthralled every time I'm there.“

“Came into town for the Omaha Zoo and looked up places with karaoke and Kikkers popped up! Darts boards, Touchtunes (before karaoke), pool tables and cheap drinks and slot machines! What more do you need? Definitely will be back! Oh and we had the chicken tenders and house made chips and both were SO good!“

“One of my favorite council bluffs bars. Always clean service is top notch plenty of dart boards and best of all no drama always feel welcome wether it’s new people I’ve invited or just hanging out with the regulars. BEST FRIED SHRIMP in town and only $6“

“great drink prices, the bartenders are good there they know what they're doing. great service, they have five pool tables, a Rockin jukebox three speakers that rocks the place and one dartboard the atmosphere is very clean.“

“I hit Hard Luck everytime I am in Council Bluffs for the weekend.“

“The daily specials are always good and a great value.“

“This is a family run operation in the most absolute wonderful way possible. It was our first time visiting for Dinner Tonight and we were immediately greeted with what felt like open arms and were shown around. The food was fresh and hot and the atmosphere was laid back and down to earth. Great place to bring the family or gather with friends. First time wont be the last time! Thank you guys!...Al.“

“I love the daily specials, never had a bad one! The pastrami sandwich is one of the best things I’ve ever put in my mouth! Service is always fast and polite. Space is clean and has a kitschy fun aesthetic with different plates and different super cute salt and pepper sets at all the tables.“

“Best food ever!!! I’m from Washington State, feels like home with the food“

“We went after church...Alexis provided the greatest service...the food was served in large quantities and hot and fresh...the atmosphere was top notch...they didn't give me any problems with my service animal...I highly recommend...great value too...thank you...this was my return trip...absolutely no complaints...“

“Bridget was wonderful! Came for a birthday celebration during the NCAA World Series, kind, efficient, and knowledgeable on the menu, made a fabulous recommendation of the Turkey Burger, and surprised us with a dessert celebrate! Great atmosphere!“