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America Bowman Keeping Room

3.3 (58 reviews)
ModerateAmerican
Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Grilled salmon sandwich
Scott T.

There's nothing quite like a small town restaurant, so if you're looking for one, America Bowman is your destination. The dining room and surroundings are pretty old school, paper napkins, kerosene lamps on the table which they'll light if you request, and hearty helpings of everything so there's not a chance you're going to leave hungry. We opted to share a beer and cider sampler of 7 small glasses between three of us for lunch. That included their signature cream ale, but it was the hard cider that really stood out and stole the show. For lunch two of the three split the Shepard's Pie which was plenty for both, particularly after the massive basket of fried cheese curds with a dipping sauce. I opted for a seared salmon sandwich that came with fries--and a lot of them--too many for my appetite. No problem, as we had someone at home to bring a meal to. Service was polite and friendly and the prices are not unreasonable for a town this size. A real enjoy meal and a nice option for one of the main dining spots on the main street. If you're coming after 5:00, strongly suggest a visit next door to O'Malley's underground pub. There's nothing like it in the region. All major credit cards accepted. Strongly suggest you try that hard cider. That was something really special.

Kayla T.

I went here for a birthday dinner and was very pleasantly surprised at how delicious everything was. We ordered a pretzel as an appetizer and it was huge! They make them in house. Sadly the only picture I took was of the drink we had all night lol. Very friendly staff!

Flight $9.00
Linda O.

Stopped in on. Thursday @ 2:30. Not very busy...ordered fried pickles, delicious and very generous for sharing. The pot of gold drink was strong on pineapple and very light on Malibu and sour apple. The flight was a good deal but unfortunately flat. Possibly the tsps had not been used and beer sat in line ( disappointed) . The O'Malley was good, a bit messy with the cream ales Swiss cheese sauce. Tbh I did not taste any of the marinated slaw and spicy brown mustard. The service was fast and efficient.

Shepard's Pie
Kristyn F.

Cute little restaurant and brewery in a quaint little town. Nestled into the hilly landscape of Weston, this little place screams of haunted houses and old school energy. When I walked in and looked around there was cases of beer on the floor - not like merch display but more like getting organized but didn't finish the job. No big deal. The front staff were all sitting on the bench and greeted me from sitting which threw me off. No big deal, just a little unprofessional from the start. Sat down, ordered a pretzel and a flight of beer. Of the seven pours of beer, only one was worth the calories - the O'Malley Stout - stunner of the night! I had the Shepard's pie for dinner - really tasty just not hot. I get it, it is a reheat item but it was almost cold in the middle. Did I send it back, no - for the following reason. I witnessed a very uncomfortable interaction between what looked like a manager and the waitstaff. The manager brought my food out and then told the waitstaff that they were responsible for getting food to their tables - this was done in a very curt manner. Overall, food was OK. Beer was OK - I should know, I tried seven of them. Service was less than stellar. Not a repeat for me.

Restaurant area
Kathleen I.

We went here for lunch on a Tuesday. Food was delicious! I hadn't been here since 1996 or so, no specific reason. We were the only ones there at around 2:00pm. Service was prompt, polite and the food was exactly as described in the menu. Next time I want to try the Ale Cheese soup, you can add it to your meal for $2. Portions were good sized, we sure didn't leave hungry! Would highly recommend. It's well worth the drive from Leavenworth and not too far from the Northland.

Reuben egg rolls
Lesleigh P.

Had my traditional birthday meal at America Bowman in Weston last night. It's always a given that we get the scotch eggs, because they're just cooked perfectly with a light honey mustard like sauce. (Two hard-boiled eggs wrapped in our house made sausage, breaded and fried to crispy perfection). Dinner is always a toss-up between the Shepard's Pie (Ground beef topped with Irish Stout gravy, green beans, colcannon potatoes, cheddar cheese and served with a pub roll) and Beef in Stout (Tender beef sirloin and onions in a Gaelic sauce served up hot with colcannon potatoes and a pub roll.) I was happy to find that they now do take reservations, so you can stop in while you're out and about in Weston and make a reservation for your dinner time, it was much appreciated! The service is always friendly and fast, and they serve Weston brewing beers on tap. The atmosphere is mostly candlelight, so it's hard to get a good photo unless you sit outside. Trust me though, photos aren't necessary to understand how absolutely delicious their food is.

Lisa M.

First time we sat inside. Very nice quaint atmosphere. The service and food were awesome, just like the food! Highly recommend the fish and chips, and the cider!

Scotch Eggs
Christina V.

Came with a bigger group and had reservations. They have a couple big rooms if you have a larger party. Started off with Scotch eggs & fried pickles. Scotch eggs are a must have. Ordered fried pickles as well to split amongst 3 people. I couldn't decide between ham and cheese pye & shepherds pie so I picked one and my friend picked the other. Shepherds pie was by far better if you needed to choose 1. The service was great for such a large group. The beers were good, not pictured. Got the cream ale and Gretchen. Enjoyed them both, cream ale a little more than Gretchen. Great spot not too far from Kansas City.

Homemade pretzel with cheese
Tina Marie A.

My fiancé and I stopped in for a homemade from scratch pretzel and cheese sauce which was oh so delicious! We tried the American lager and the Irish liquor both were tasty! Our waitress was very attentive. This is MUST SEE!

Fried Pickles
Genevieve H.

This was my second time at the American Bowman. The first time was in the summer, and we had a large group (12+) and the service was not on it's A-game, so that why I've got to take a star off. This time I went with a group of 8. Our waitress was so wonderful, service was fast and the food was great! It's a cute place a little drab inside, but if you want that classic country vibe in Weston, it's spot on. To start we had the fried pickles, cheese curds and Scotch eggs. I would recommend all of these, but the cheese curds were my favorite because they were super fresh and delicious! Our waitress recommended the cheddar ale soup, so I had that with my meal and it was incredible. Very comforting and has a light ale flavor to it. The crispy chicken sandwich was basic, but prepared well. There was a sauce that came with the Scotch, and I'd recommend getting that on the side with the sandwich. The fries were just what you'd expect at an Irish style pub, thick, crispy and soft in the middle. So good! Everyone else in my group enjoyed their meals! Overall, good spot if you're hanging out in Weston. Definitely, hit up the underground bar after to keep the day/evening going!

Cheese soup
David L.

This is one of my favorite places to eat in Weston. A great place to grab a local beer! They comfort food that they have is always delicious. Everything on the menu will be your favorite. Definitely recommend everything on the menu!!

Robert F.

First step... put your name in then run down and grab a beer from O'Malley's pub in the cellar! Yes... you COULD order your first beer right at the table and it is usually the same stuff they have on tap downstairs... but WHERE is the fun in that! Get those steps in for your Fitbit and run down to where the beers are kept with the amazing double bars. Then when you get seated... peruse the menu... I have not had anything bad there... I prefer the old standbys like Fish 'n' Chips, Shepherds pie, and Stews. Also I can't recommend the soup enough. Now... if you have been reading several of the reviews and are just not sure then let me help you out! -This is a relaxed almost down home style restaurant. The hostess and waitresses are the kids/family members of the brewers and other local townsfolk. They all know each other and don't get offended with the time that it takes to do things. -If you are in a hurry... do the staff, the restaurant, and the other clientèle a favour and head somewhere else. See above comment on RELAXED atmosphere. -The menu is a cross between an old Irish pub and small country restaurant. If you want an avocado laced poultry surprise sandwich with some chutney then you are again in the wrong place. RANT: Ok... Read the reviews before you go and know what kind of restaurant you are going to... then expect that. Gage on that. Review on that. If your burger is awful at the pizza joint you should know why! And if you review the cheese pizza at the Steak House I'll laugh at you! If you give the Irish Pub a poor review on a turkey sandwich (which I have never had so can't say)... then it is still on you for ORDERING a turkey sandwich in an Irish Pub! Way too much of this on yelp... just because YOU are going to a place doesn't mean that they WILL cater to YOUR tastes.

Samantha G.

As I was driving back to Kansas City, I passed a sign on the side of the road that said "brewery" and "next exit". As I hadn't had lunch yet, and it involved unique beer, I was totally in and made a swift exit. The restaurant / pub / brewery (though, they all have different names?) is nestled in a hard-to-find spot in the small town of Weston. (The town itself is super cute and the perfect historical small town to spend an afternoon in.) After randomly managing to locate this place, it appeared rather unassuming and not at all what I would have expected. Upon walking into the dining area, I felt like I had been transported back in time. It was as if something out of the colonial days had mated with a traditional pub in rural Ireland. I was digging it. Small, dark, and cozy. 4 stars. I opted for a sampler, of course. And also the Guinness beef with a side of cheddar and ale soup. The beers were quite good. All were above average and the Pub Warmer Ale was a definite standout. 4 stars. The soup, which was served as a first course, was pretty bad and almost inedible. 1 star. The Guinness beef was a pleasant surprise. Nice and tender and the potatoes were very good. 3.5 stars. The service was great...at first. But once a large group arrived, it was almost as if I was no longer there. Very nice folks, but when something out of the ordinary happens, they can't quite handle it. 2.5 stars. Overall, the atmosphere and beer gives me a warm feeling, so I'm going with 4 stars.

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