The owner, Emily Salmonson (sp?), has created an inviting and cozy neighborhood spot that easily transfers from coffee hangout to classy bar.
You're telling me I can bring in outside food and get a cheap ($4) and delicious rose lemonade while soaking in their atmosphere? It's been so fun to get to know all of the bartenders too; they're attentive and make you feel at home. Claire (red hair) and Emmie (longer brown hair) are standouts, though everyone who works there rocks. Emily knows how to hire people!
I've been to two wedding receptions here, and multiple book clubs and other community events. Bring your sketchbook, homework, a friend, or the corners of your mind, and be surrounded by good energy. A bastion !
Bill W
Not a fan of the red headed bartender! Was rude the entire time and a bit lazy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Sean Thompson
Custom drinks are pricey but are specially crafted, so it makes sense. Excellent place to meet with friends and be able to hear each other, or just read a book. Very accommodating to game nights, and they organize their own game night with games and snacks on Wednesdays!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Stjohn
Best atmosphere in town! The lavendar mimosa was one if the best I've ever had and the bloody mary had a nice smokey tase. Definitely coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica O'Flaherty
The lounge has a really pretty theme, the drinks were good, but the bartenders were unpleasant. They made the atmosphere uninviting and hostile by making jokes about Gen X while talking politics. I wouldn't recommend or go back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Human Being
My favorite bar in IC! Excellent drinks, atmosphere, staff. The owner, Emily is a ray of sunshine. Thank you!
Matt Forbes
The best cocktail bar in Iowa city. Everyone that works here is so incredibly kind and talented. The cocktails are the best I've ever had in IC. If you're going to see a movie at Filmscene it's almost a crime to not stop by and get a pre or post movie drink. Few things cure a bad day like ordering a Ripley and sitting on their patio.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Annina Rupe
Drinks in a greenhouse. Don't think it gets better!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Lee Brown
Nice space, lots of plants. Good drinks.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lisa Edwards
Friendly staff, good drinks, surrounded by plants, what more could you ask for?
Both of our bartenders (didn’t get there names, sorry!) we’re great conversationalists! The vibe was welcoming and open. Atmosphere is easily adaptable to any group.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Maria Boldt
Adorable spot, will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rose Bush
Vicki Smith
I didn't order food, just came for a few cocktails while staying across the street at the Chauncy. Loved this place! The cocktails were supurb, bartenders friendly and knowledgeable. Great service at the bar! They were able to suggest drinks based on your individual preferences.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Theresa VanSchyndel
Both of our bartenders (didn’t get there names, sorry!) we’re great conversationalists! The vibe was welcoming and open. Atmosphere is easily adaptable to any group.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Rachel Dunn
I went with my partner and some friends earlier in the day. It wasn't especially busy, but the seasonal drinks were really good.Drinks averaged about $15 each for what we were ordering, but well prepared with excellent service. Didn't try any food during the visit, but would love to come back again sometime in the future!
Iowa City is so lucky to have this place!
The owner, Emily Salmonson (sp?), has created an inviting and cozy neighborhood spot that easily transfers from coffee hangout to classy bar.
You're telling me I can bring in outside food and get a cheap ($4) and delicious rose lemonade while soaking in their atmosphere? It's been so fun to get to know all of the bartenders too; they're attentive and make you feel at home. Claire (red hair) and Emmie (longer brown hair) are standouts, though everyone who works there rocks. Emily knows how to hire people!
I've been to two wedding receptions here, and multiple book clubs and other community events. Bring your sketchbook, homework, a friend, or the corners of your mind, and be surrounded by good energy. A bastion !
Not a fan of the red headed bartender! Was rude the entire time and a bit lazy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Custom drinks are pricey but are specially crafted, so it makes sense. Excellent place to meet with friends and be able to hear each other, or just read a book. Very accommodating to game nights, and they organize their own game night with games and snacks on Wednesdays!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Best atmosphere in town! The lavendar mimosa was one if the best I've ever had and the bloody mary had a nice smokey tase. Definitely coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The lounge has a really pretty theme, the drinks were good, but the bartenders were unpleasant. They made the atmosphere uninviting and hostile by making jokes about Gen X while talking politics. I wouldn't recommend or go back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
My favorite bar in IC! Excellent drinks, atmosphere, staff. The owner, Emily is a ray of sunshine. Thank you!
The best cocktail bar in Iowa city. Everyone that works here is so incredibly kind and talented. The cocktails are the best I've ever had in IC. If you're going to see a movie at Filmscene it's almost a crime to not stop by and get a pre or post movie drink. Few things cure a bad day like ordering a Ripley and sitting on their patio.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Drinks in a greenhouse. Don't think it gets better!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Nice space, lots of plants. Good drinks.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Friendly staff, good drinks, surrounded by plants, what more could you ask for?
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Both of our bartenders (didn’t get there names, sorry!) we’re great conversationalists! The vibe was welcoming and open. Atmosphere is easily adaptable to any group.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Adorable spot, will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rose Bush
I didn't order food, just came for a few cocktails while staying across the street at the Chauncy. Loved this place! The cocktails were supurb, bartenders friendly and knowledgeable. Great service at the bar! They were able to suggest drinks based on your individual preferences.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Both of our bartenders (didn’t get there names, sorry!) we’re great conversationalists! The vibe was welcoming and open. Atmosphere is easily adaptable to any group.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I went with my partner and some friends earlier in the day. It wasn't especially busy, but the seasonal drinks were really good.Drinks averaged about $15 each for what we were ordering, but well prepared with excellent service. Didn't try any food during the visit, but would love to come back again sometime in the future!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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