We stopped in for the lunch special since we had some time to kill lunch special prices or a good…read morevalue, the food was good and the wine tasting is always on point. I highly recommend if you're in the area.

Had lunch with a friend. We ordered the wine of the month bottle, Sweet Raspberry. It was sweet…read morewith just the right amount of tart raspberry to complement it. We both ordered the Turkey and Cranberry Panini. What a wonderful mixture of flavors! Oh, and it's actually turkey and not deli meat turkey! It was served with a choice of sides and we both chose the chips and salsa since we figured we'd be talking for a bit. These weren't your ordinary chips as they had a delicious seasoning on them. The salsa had quite a bite in the spicy level, for me. My only complaint was that it took over 45 min for the sandwiches to come to us and they were busy but not overly busy. Fortunately we were there to talk and catch up so not a big deal but if you're coming for a lunch hour from work, it might not work for you. They do have some evening music on weekends but there may be a ticket charge. You'll have to check their website for more info on that. Service was friendly, just took awhile for food to come to accompany our wine.

My husband and I had a couple days to ourselves so we decided to hit some of the wineries near…read moreDubuque, Iowa. While at another winery, we met some women, who were doing a wine tour like we were. They told us that we needed to stop by Barrel Head Winery because it was the best winery they visited on their route. We took their advice and we were so glad we did! Upon arrival, we noticed that they were closed, but the owners, John and Kathy Burns, opened their doors for us. They not only did they open for us, but they took time to give us a tour and let us taste their amazing wine. John & Kathy did not charge for tastings, unlike many of the other wineries, which is a PLUS in my book! We are not wine connoisseurs, but John and Kathy helped us learn a thing or two about what to look for in a good wine. We spent a good two hours at their establishment and it was the most fun we had all weekend. My husband and I will be life long customers of Barrel Head Winery.

Pure Iowa experience, especially during the green months. World class wine in a vineyard…read moresurrounded by Grant Wood style fields of corn. Wonderful owners and friendly MidWest customers.

Looks are deceiving! From the outside you see a very unassuming plain building. The winery is…read morenicely decorated, as nice as most. Then we started tasting! My husband and I rarely enjoy the same wine. However, we tried two that we could agree to share! Of course you won't find Pinot here, but, there are quality wines in a good variety. We bought several bottles, had a great time! We didn't want to leave! Don't drive by this one! It's amazing, we are going back! Did I mention the reasonable prices??

The wine is great it is some of the best tasting local wine around. The address says Cuba City but…read moreit is just off Highway 151 on the Kieler WI exit. I would recommend this wine to anyone looking for a local wine!!!

Great little winery. Chip is great host and has some very good reds. Quaint place and love the cat!!read more

From the owner: Bishop Vineyard and Winery is a small boutique winery located on the Great River Road, north of…read moreDubuque, IA. near the town of Sherrill.

This wine bar is a little treasure in Dubuque…read more The wine selection is outstanding, the service is excellent and the guests are friendly, warm and endearing.

I really like the coco chanel. It's a sweet drink which was perfect for me! Love the vibe! There is…read morelive music from 7pm-10pm. They have a cheese board but no other food.

We drove 5 hours from Illinois to come to this museum and aquariam…read more It was worth the time and costs. A ticket gains you admission for the day and the next day also. The museum exhibits were very interesting. The signage explained each exhibit very well. We purchased tickets for the 45 minute 4D film about the story of a mother whale and her baby whale's journey from Austraila to the Antartic. Spoiler Alert: The 4D effect was getting sprayed from above 5 or 6 times during the film. We are going to return tomorrow for day 2 of our admission.

We came on a Wednesday and explored before check in to our hotel. We got lucky and it was not…read morecrowded. Got to see the otter (we only saw one bu better than none!) and only a few exhibits were under construction/rehabilitation. I would recommend seeking out the hidden spots like the cave, mini movies, and the tower through out the expansive site. So many animals to encounter, tactile spaces for kids to touch and the newest ice dinosaur exhibit was epic for my son. All for one price and yes, it did take us two days to get through it all. Facilities are clean, many places to sit inside and outside were plenty of benches and shade in the outdoor areas.

Not worth the $85 per person. The first winery wasn't good at all. The second was ok. The brewery…read morewas fun, but all still not worth the $85. Have a friend be your DD and save yourselves the money! Seriously.

I decided to plan a private wine tour for my best friend's bachelorette party and I could not be…read moremore happy with the service and tour we received during our time in Iowa! Dennis was great from the very start! Answering all (and I had a lot) of questions and the day went off without a hitch! He was very knowledgeable about the area and all of the wineries we were visiting. Not to mention putting up with a group of 10 women...could not have asked for a better guide. If you are looking for a great time, while drinking delicious wine, you've found your spot!! Thank you again for making this a weekend to remember.

Verena Street Shot Tower Espresso: Verena Street Coffee was founded in late 2010 and provides their…read morecoffee to 800+ stores in the Midwest. They roast, blend, and package their coffee in Dubuque, Iowa. Their name derives from a street in Iowa that contained only five houses comprised of the founder's family. In the early 2000s the street was annihilated to make room for highway expansion, but the name lives on in the coffee. For my first review from their brand, I went with a whole bean bag of their Shot Tower Espresso blend. The company describes that blend as having a " smooth yet sharp character with no bitterness. The delicately dark roast level results in a taste and aroma that is full-bodied with a sweet and creamy complexity." Beans for their signature espresso blend are selected from Central America, South America and Indonesia in order for a unique and nuanced flavor profile. I found this particular roast to not only be delicious, but one of my new favorites. I'll be on the lookout for more of their blends at my local grocer. Doughboy approved Doughboy _Food_Reviews *I brew my coffee using 8oz of water to 2 Tbsp of grounds, adding 1 packet of Splenda and 1.5oz of unsweetened vanilla almond milk or skim milk

5/5 stares for my online ordering experience and customer service…read more I placed an order on Cyber Monday, figuring I would take advantage of the 40% off on ground coffees. Picked out what I wanted and ordered online...only to find out that my in-laws don't really use ground coffee, but single-serve instead. Agh! Once I found out this very-important-information, it was an 1.5 hours after placing my order. I emailed customer services asking about how I could change my order from ground coffee to single-serve. Eric immediately wrote me back and explained that it would be easier to cancel my order, then I could reorder what I did want, as they use a 3rd party credit card processor. I was instantly refund the $ I spent on my original order, so I turned around and bought the single-serve coffee instead. Less than 48 hours after placing my online order my in-laws received their coffee in the Chicago suburbs - super fast delivery. They were thrilled, and I can't say enough good things about Verena Street's products and their customer service. Would love to see them expand their single-serve coffee flavors in the future. The ability to choose a shipping date (especially for the holiday season) would be a nice option, too. Highly recommend.

I was recently in the area and was able to grab dinner at the Vault. It's located in the old…read moreGerman bank, so the decor is really neat. It's right in the downtown area, so it's perfect for dinner before a show or casino visit. They have a nice selection of sandwiches, pastas, and entrees. I got the California Burger with grilled chicken and truffle fries. All very tasty. We also shared some cheese curds which were amazing! We devoured those. They come with ranch of course and a Melba sauce which was unique. It gave a good sweet and salty mix with the curds. The service was also quick and friendly. Definitely check out if you are in the area

This restaurant is in an old bank, so the decor and the vibe is great. A beautiful tiled floor and…read morewooden bar adds to the aesthetic. They have an extensive drink and food menu and I went with the French dip, which was delicious. The service was fantastic and so was my glass of wine. Great find!