Live on the other side of town, but Gastro is ALWAYS worth the drive. At this point have had every meal and drink on their menu. Have yet to have anything I didn't like yet. Of course I prefer some items more than others, but as a whole you cant go wrong. Tops are short rib grilled cheese, poutine, bacon jam burger, truffle fries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Audrey Pohren
Great service and food. Highly recommend if in the Waukee area.
I’ve been eating Gastro Grub since they were in their food truck only. Our family go to spot for burgers, fries and more. Always great drinks too! Had the elf fashioned tonight and it was a great twist on an old fashioned. Extensive drink list. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Original Bacon Jam Burger
Amanda Lee
Food was good. The deburgo poutine and the brussel sprouts were great. Next time I think we'll just do a bunch of the small plates. I had the chicken sandwich. It was good. Bread was a little rich even though it was light and thin. I think because it looks buttered and toasted. Pickles and slaw were good on the sandwich. The bread pudding was good, but also rich. Definitely share that. Our server was amazing. She made sure my sweet potatoes fries were crispy and recommended the Parmesan dressing to dip them in. The seating was not very comfortable at the high top bench. There is a pipe under the table for your feet, but too high for long legs. Dangle them in front of that and you end up touching the person across from you. Sit on the other side and your staring through glass at other people. Just an observation. Everyone that works there was so nice and welcoming!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Riley Nolan
Food is always great, consistent every time. Great selection of food and some of the best in the metro.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charles Gates
One of my favorite places in Waukee. Servers are all great and I've not had anything less than excellent. Thanks! -Charles
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristi Rutten-Weisbach
We ate here when we were in town for a dance competition. As a vegetarian, I really appreciated the menu options. Our food and service was exceptional!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
raj devan
Heard nothing but good things, so here it is — my honest take.
Gastro Grub & Pub lives up to its reputation. When you walk in and see all those “Best of the Best” awards on the wall, expectations shoot up — and somehow, they deliver. The vibe’s simple and cozy, not flashy, just that laid-back Midwest comfort. Sometimes simple really is good.
The menu surprised me — it’s got range. From a fresh, earthy beet salad to flavorful sweet potato tacos, it’s clear someone in that kitchen cares about balance and creativity. And then came the salmon — flaky, perfectly cooked, slightly salty but packed with flavor. Best I’ve had in a long time.
The bread pudding deserves its own standing ovation — warm, rich, and the perfect ending to a meal that already felt like a hug.
Service? Outstanding. Our waiter was genuine, quick with a smile, and went the extra mile to make sure my daughter — who’s celiac — had a gluten-free dish she could actually enjoy. That kind of care sticks with you.
Sure, the low seating’s a bit tight, but when the food and hospitality are this good, it fades into the background. Family-and-friend–run, with real heart behind it — that’s rare these days.
Bottom line: Cozy setting, honest food, and staff who make you feel right at home. Gastro Grub & Pub proves you don’t need fancy plating or mood lighting to be one of the best — just passion, pride, and killer bread pudding.
This is a lovely drinking dining establishment! Great staff, seeks food... a tad loud but not as loud as some in Waukee.
I ordered the beet salad with the salmon add and it was delicious!! 5 stars
Husband had the N'awlins Shrimp Po Boy, he is from New Orleans, and he loved it! Remoulade sauce had the perfect kick.
Cousins had Short Rib Grilled Cheese and the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich... yes, thank you!!! They both raved!
Sides were fries and they were good too.
All in all, great choice in Waukee! We will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hugh Jass
This is my spot! Here everyday for lunch and it's amazing!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brynn Stroup
We arrived with high expectations based on the reviews, but unfortunately, our experience fell short. It took an hour for our burgers to arrive, and when they did, the fries were cold and the food was mediocre at best. Our drinks took 20 minutes to come out—looking back, that should’ve been our first warning sign. Overall, we were very disappointed and would caution anyone hoping for a timely meal. By the time we left, we’d spent an hour and a half in the restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
N J
Chris was great under pressure 😊. Wonderful service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kamy Herbst-Busch
The food is amazing, everything Ive had is very delicious.
Live on the other side of town, but Gastro is ALWAYS worth the drive. At this point have had every meal and drink on their menu. Have yet to have anything I didn't like yet. Of course I prefer some items more than others, but as a whole you cant go wrong. Tops are short rib grilled cheese, poutine, bacon jam burger, truffle fries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service and food. Highly recommend if in the Waukee area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet Potato Fries, Grub Burger
I’ve been eating Gastro Grub since they were in their food truck only. Our family go to spot for burgers, fries and more. Always great drinks too! Had the elf fashioned tonight and it was a great twist on an old fashioned. Extensive drink list. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Original Bacon Jam Burger
Food was good. The deburgo poutine and the brussel sprouts were great. Next time I think we'll just do a bunch of the small plates. I had the chicken sandwich. It was good. Bread was a little rich even though it was light and thin. I think because it looks buttered and toasted. Pickles and slaw were good on the sandwich. The bread pudding was good, but also rich. Definitely share that. Our server was amazing. She made sure my sweet potatoes fries were crispy and recommended the Parmesan dressing to dip them in. The seating was not very comfortable at the high top bench. There is a pipe under the table for your feet, but too high for long legs. Dangle them in front of that and you end up touching the person across from you. Sit on the other side and your staring through glass at other people. Just an observation. Everyone that works there was so nice and welcoming!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food is always great, consistent every time. Great selection of food and some of the best in the metro.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of my favorite places in Waukee. Servers are all great and I've not had anything less than excellent. Thanks! -Charles
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ate here when we were in town for a dance competition. As a vegetarian, I really appreciated the menu options. Our food and service was exceptional!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heard nothing but good things, so here it is — my honest take.
Gastro Grub & Pub lives up to its reputation. When you walk in and see all those “Best of the Best” awards on the wall, expectations shoot up — and somehow, they deliver. The vibe’s simple and cozy, not flashy, just that laid-back Midwest comfort. Sometimes simple really is good.
The menu surprised me — it’s got range. From a fresh, earthy beet salad to flavorful sweet potato tacos, it’s clear someone in that kitchen cares about balance and creativity. And then came the salmon — flaky, perfectly cooked, slightly salty but packed with flavor. Best I’ve had in a long time.
The bread pudding deserves its own standing ovation — warm, rich, and the perfect ending to a meal that already felt like a hug.
Service? Outstanding. Our waiter was genuine, quick with a smile, and went the extra mile to make sure my daughter — who’s celiac — had a gluten-free dish she could actually enjoy. That kind of care sticks with you.
Sure, the low seating’s a bit tight, but when the food and hospitality are this good, it fades into the background. Family-and-friend–run, with real heart behind it — that’s rare these days.
Bottom line: Cozy setting, honest food, and staff who make you feel right at home. Gastro Grub & Pub proves you don’t need fancy plating or mood lighting to be one of the best — just passion, pride, and killer bread pudding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such good food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is a lovely drinking dining establishment! Great staff, seeks food... a tad loud but not as loud as some in Waukee.
I ordered the beet salad with the salmon add and it was delicious!!
5 stars
Husband had the N'awlins Shrimp Po Boy, he is from New Orleans, and he loved it! Remoulade sauce had the perfect kick.
Cousins had Short Rib Grilled Cheese and the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich... yes, thank you!!! They both raved!
Sides were fries and they were good too.
All in all, great choice in Waukee! We will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is my spot! Here everyday for lunch and it's amazing!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We arrived with high expectations based on the reviews, but unfortunately, our experience fell short. It took an hour for our burgers to arrive, and when they did, the fries were cold and the food was mediocre at best. Our drinks took 20 minutes to come out—looking back, that should’ve been our first warning sign. Overall, we were very disappointed and would caution anyone hoping for a timely meal. By the time we left, we’d spent an hour and a half in the restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chris was great under pressure 😊. Wonderful service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is amazing, everything Ive had is very delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
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