Drink

Iowa Tap Room

A "must visit" for drinkers who want to experience Iowa beer in one place since the bar features beers and ciders from every craft brewery in the state of Iowa (even from far-flung places like Dubuque). The center area of the bar is a formidable "turret of taps" with more than 100 draft brews available. The menu focuses on down-home country cooking with specialties like bread pork chops with big desserts like a decadent bread pudding.

Address: 215 E 3rd St, East Village
Hours: Daily 11AM - 10PM
Website: iowataproom.com (opens in a new tab)

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