17 Best Bars in Iowa City

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Roxxy

Roxxy Bar • $$
127 E College St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Coconut Shrimp & Homemade Roxxy Chips
Substitute Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
Homemade Chicken Strips
White Cheddar Nuggets
Fresh Fried Mushrooms
Substitute Fries
Nacho Platter
Cheese Onion
Street Tacos
Pickle

“Jack Timble is always in great spirits at Roxxy and he always is quick to bring me my Tequila Sodas. Top of the line service! Whenever the bar is busy he will make sure to let you know he sees you and is going to serve you once he finishes serving the person he is with.“

4.8 Superb129 Reviews
The Green House Bar • $
505 E Washington St, Iowa City

“What a fun upbeat place. The decor is unique and a very spacious area. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. They do not serve food but you can bring your own snacks and food in. Fun cute space. The only downfall I see is the parking is difficult.“

4.8 Superb63 Reviews
Trumpet Blossom Cafe Vegan • $
310 E Prentiss St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Seitan Wings with Pickles & Herb Aioli
Full Order Sweet Potato Fries
Hearts of Palm Crabcakes
Falafel with Hummus
Pickled Vegetables
Mushroom Burrito
Falafel Wrap GFO
Reuben Sandwich
Solstice Salad
Tempeh Reuben

“Menu is limited due to it being vegan but there is something good for anyone as long as they are not meat-needy. Lunch and dinner menus are totally different which adds options as long as you go at different times. Weekly specials to keep some nice variety if you frequent the joint. Drinks are excellent, good beer selection. Only complaint is that they won't seat you near closing time (I get it, staff wants to go home).Vegetarian options: VEGAN!Parking: May need to drive around a bit to find parking.“

4.8 Superb61 Reviews
The Black Angel American • $
630 Iowa Ave, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Chicken PO Boy
Blackened Shrimp PO Boy
Smoked Brisket PO Boy
Side of Hashbrowns
Des Moines PO Boy
Breakfast Tacos
Side of Fries
Superstition
Black Bean
Malachi

“When I was pregnant with our first child in 1967, I would wake my husband James up in the middle of the night. He was a grad student at Iowa at the time. He would walk all the way from our house at 16 W. Bloomington to the Mill Restaurant to buy me one of their delicious grilled egg sandwiches. I know there was quite an array of them. That's when I knew I had married a true gem. He passed the "Mill Test." Walking to get an order at 2 in the morning. "A" for James and "A" for The Mill!“

4.8 Superb46 Reviews
Hilltop Tavern Ltd. Bar • $
1100 N Dodge St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger
Patty Melt
Taco Salad

“This place has been a staple in the iowa city area as long as I can remember. It's the kind of bar where, if you're local you'll know someone there. Juke box, pool, arcade games. The staff is always friendly and fast. Always a good time!Kid-friendliness: Tables and a kids menu“

4.8 Superb46 Reviews
Double Tap (Tap Tap) Iowa City Bar • $
121 E College St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

8 Single Player Pizza
Philly Sandwich
Nachos Platter
Munchies

“Amazing fun place! We had our first date at a Double Tap in Cedar Falls, IA so of course on August 16th 2022 when we got married we had to have our reception at the Double Tap in our local Iowa City, IA. Super fun drinks, great games, great pizza and super fun bartenders. Best first date and even better wedding!!!“

4.6 Superb87 Reviews
Pullman Bar & Diner Bar & Grill • $
17 S Dubuque St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Impossible Burger
French Onion Soup
Biscuits & Gravy
Steak and Eggs
Fried Chicken
Kitchen Fries
Avocado Toast
French Fries
Croque Madame

“Classic dishes with creative twists. The service was friendly, efficient, and they ALL worked together as a team to make our dining experience enjoyable.Had a vegan friendly dinner meal but no vegan dessert option.Note: I recommend that you add a warning notice that the Princes Hot Chili Chicken Sandwich has Szechuan chilies that will make your tongue go numb. Delicious!“

4.5 Superb148 Reviews
Hatchet Jack’s Bar • $$
101 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City

“Love this place, awesome place to come de-stress with your friends and have a few beers. They have party rooms, shuffle board, darts, an arcade, all alongside the main attraction of axe throwing. This location has a bunch of pretty cool staff members ready to help you learn the ropes. Would definitely recommend.“

4.8 Superb19 Reviews
Deadwood Tavern Bar • $
6 S Dubuque St, Iowa City

“A rare find of a non-college bar in a college town. Very laid back atmosphere, patronage is on average of an older age than neighboring bars (late 20s - mid 30s), primarily white working and middle class. Pinball machines and pool available and fairly priced. Bathroom is good. Drinks are fairly priced for the area, although nothing's a steal. A few employees have been there forever, but some portion of positions have high turnover, resulting from their policy to give people a chance. They do charge for non-alcoholic beverages.This location cards.“

4.6 Superb32 Reviews
George's Buffet Bar • $
312 E Market St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger Eveything

“You hambergers are great! You can get ANUTHING here. (As long as it is a hamberger.) Oh the hot nuts(cashews) are great too. The beer and other libations are COLD. The service is warm, fast and friendly. I will get some photos next time. They have old time moving-water beer signs.“

4.5 Superb27 Reviews
Vue Rooftop American • $$$
328 S Clinton St Suite A, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Salmon Couscous with Asparagus
Chef's Choice Charcuterie Board
Glazed Salmon GF TN SS
Towa Bone-In Pork Chop
Smoked Salmon Tostadas
Roasted Chicken
Filet Mignon GF
Balsamic Salad
Cheese Curds
Cheddar Mash

“Had a NY Strip steak with broccoli and cheese mashed potatoes. The steak was pretty mediocre, tough and not seasoned at all even at medium rare, which it was cooked well. Not a great cut of a steak it seems, disappointing considering the $32 asking price. Veggie and potatoes were all great, broccoli was perfectly cooked but the potatoes were the star.Staff is great, friendly, receptive and made you feel welcomed. Overall enjoy the look and feel of the place.“

4.1 Good78 Reviews
Hudson's Southside Tap American • $
482 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Rib Sandwich Platter
Hudson Grilled Cheese
Meatloaf Sandwich
Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Sandwich
Reuben Sandwich
Cheese Curds
Hudson Wings
Pulled Pork
Baxter

“I've been to Hudson's many times as it's on the way home but it not been here and probably almost a year. It was Friday afternoon but the place seemed more lively and upbeat.The menu is fairly expansive with quite a few options, some of them outside the normal fare. The prices had gone up a bit but the food was really quite good, I had the meatloaf sandwich and my wife had a salad that was much better than a far more expensive place a few nights earlier. The beer prices seem quite high to me, but I haven't been out drinking in quite a while. they do have an outdoor patio in the summer that borders a fairly quiet street, it is a great place to grab an afternoon sandwich. They have a huge diverse burger selection, as well as a good Reuben and Breaded PorkTenderloin, alll served with pretty good portions of Good fries!Several steps above fast food for a couple bucks more, definitely worth it“

4.3 Superb67 Reviews

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Jobsite

Jobsite Bar • $
928 Maiden Ln, Iowa City

“Fun laid-back bar with a feel of being at your neighbors house. You can walk in here and never feel out of place. You will always find someo e to chit chat with. The bartenders are awesome! Friendly service that makes you want to come back. Oh and did I mention they have CLEAN bathrooms...“

4.4 Superb26 Reviews
Burger Haul Bar • $
112 E College St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Fiery Burger with Fries
Joe's Favorite Burger
Breakfast Burger
Chicken Sandwich
Classic Burger
Cheese Curds
Onion Rings
Nacho Fries

“The food was amazing and the service was spectacular. This is a must stop if you are in the area.The owner/cook came out and was very friendly. We enjoyed our conversation and he made sure the food was to our liking. In addition the server was very helpful in making great choices for our burgers and the ice cream sandwich is a must have… save room!!“

4.2 Good68 Reviews
Club Car American • $
122 Wright St, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Side of Fries or Tots
Basket of Wings
Free Pool
Sandwich

“My girlfriend and I love this place. Hole in the wall dive bar with darts and a pool table and decent beer selection. It's becoming a little more known to the college crowd but other than that it's always a good time. Bartenders are the best and that's what keeps us coming back every week. The two regular bartenders are our favorites in Iowa city. As long as you're respectful they treat their patrons well“

4.3 Superb19 Reviews
Red Ginger Sushi Bar • $$
1301 S Gilbert St Ste. 6, Iowa City

Customers` Favorites

Squid and Octopus Salad
Super Volcano Roll
Red Ginger Roll
Onion Soup
Miso Soup
Amaebi

“Jessica at G&G is the best! I’ve never had a bad experience or not liked my nails after going to her or anyone at the salon. The new coralville location is beautiful too! If you’re looking for a place to get your nails done check them out! Forever my go to place“

4.2 Good45 Reviews
Fraternal Order of Eagles Bars •
225 IA-1, Iowa City

“My hometown Aerie! And, I'm still a member and will be for decades to come, even though I live 5 states away. My dad has been the past Worthy President half a dozen times over the years, and my mom has been Madam Auxilliary prez almost as many. My older brother and I grew up in this building. There is always something going on. The last food special evening was a surf & turf night. Our group got some nice ribeyes, and I went for the shrimp skewers. Is it haute cuisine? Absolutely not, but it sure is midwest hearty. Whatever Eagles club my Hubby and I visit around this country, we flash our #695 cards to get in. I love this place.“

4.4 Superb10 Reviews
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