What a fun gem! We walked over from our holiday inn stay just cause it was so close, but it's worth…read morean uber drive :) Tony and Brooke were laid back, kind, attentive, funny, and great at making drinks. The decor and the art is fun and unique. They even have a martini punch card to work up to a free one. Gotta check out this spot then make it your go to bar- wish we had one where we live. Cocktails are $9-11. Beer is $5-6.

I was surprised this place didn't already show up when doing a search but I'm so glad I was the one…read morethat got to add this place to Yelp! I don't live in Hastings anymore, but I did grow up here and was back visiting family. We were looking for a place near my nieces' hotel and happened upon this place. Now there were definitely no places like this in Hastings when I was making the rounds. But then, back in the day I probably wasn't looking for martini bars either. What a fun, friendly, and fantastic place. I think we came in four or five nights in a row and the owners couldn't have been friendlier. That's right, I said "the owners". They may have other staff as well but while we were there it was the owners who were bartending and serving, and they couldn't have been more welcoming. The drink menu was amazing from start to finish, (definitely have the (Blueberry Mojito) and the prices reasonable. I'm sure it's a Midwest thing but I appreciate being able to go out and enjoy myself without having to spend about a day's wages like when I go out on the East Coast. They really made it a great place to relax and have a cocktail or two at the end of the day . . . . obviously, since we kept coming back night after night . . . . and will definitely stop again on my next visit to Hastings. A couple other quick things before I end this. First, there is a bar menu where you can order from a nearby restaurant. Second, the artwork on the wall is fantastic. Something interesting to look at in every direction . . . . and you can buy it if you really like it. Usually in places where restaurants or bars double as gallery space the artwork is small and mismatched by multiple artists. Nothing wrong with that, but I find it distracting. Here the artwork was all by a single artist I believe, and larger enough that it seems part of the decor. And at least the ones near me seemed reasonable priced. (We sat at the same table every night, so I only saw a few up close.) There's one was one funk one that I might have bought if it weren't for the fact that I had driven here from DC and still had to drive back and had already spent more than I planned on the trip here . . . . and still had several stops planned for the return trip. (Graceland, Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Mammoth Cave . . . etc.) Final words, C'mon Hastings (and people just visiting), show this place the support it deserves . . . . and have a cocktail for me.

Really nice setting here and bar and good selection of cigars and associated items. Cigars from…read more$3-$70. I have always enjoyed Macanudos but usually don't light them. Had a Coke at bar and departed. Will return another day.

Quiet place for conversation. Good selection. Nice location…read more Great for Kearney to have a nice lounge like this.

The servers were quick and accommodating. I loved the interior, it was rustic, it's pretty…read morespacious. We loved the bacon wrapped shrimp w Gouda grits and the bbq bacon bruschetta. I think the steak pasta was good but I am glad I got the blue cheese crumbles on the side. The mocktails were delicious. The caramel cheesecake was a 10/10. Overall it's a nice fancy restaurant for Nebraska. I will definitely be getting the bacon wrapped shrimp and the cheesecake again.

Billy was a great server. Quick service and the food had unexpectedly complicated flavors but could…read morecater to even the pickiest of eaters. The menu was simple and made the choice easy. They were out of the soup of the day so get there earlier for lunch if you're in the mood for soup. The decor was modern and elegant. A fantastic new spot and I can't wait to return.

OPEN on Memorial Day!! Open Monday Memorial Day May 25, 2026..1-9pm. Newly updated and remodeled…read more Walls are covered with vintage pictures and the historical wall. That includes why this place has been site.

If your bartender wants to sit there and drink and not serve you or come around and ask what you…read moreneed, there's no use in there 1124 5/25/2026

Was in town for a graduation party and stopped by Paul's. Wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff!!…read moreExcellent cigar & drink selections!! Will definitely go back!!

Great atmosphere including drinks and of course cigars. Paul and Sandy do a great job in serving…read moretheir customers, too.

Food was super good. Presentation is fairly typical for a small town bar. Will return. Tasted…read morefabulous. Definitely grumpy farmer approved. He loved everything. Fries were crisp. Burger was moist. Steak bites were fabulous. Shrimp was perfect. Beer was cold. Had to ask for water refills. Think the bartender is also waitress and helping cook. Quite a few folks in which is always a great sign. If you are in a hurry maybe not. But who is rushing on a Friday night in Holstein. Have another beer!

Trappers is Always delicious and more affordable than most restaurants with comparable food. I will…read morego out of my way to go get dinner at Trapper Joe's!

Hadn't been here for maybe 12 years or so, I didn't know about change in ownership, but I'm not a…read morelocal. I'd ate here 3-4 times in the past and loved it. Small town fare is fine by me. Recently I'd been taking some day trips here in central KS and I decided that my route would take me past Simpson and so I checked to see if they were still open and they were, so I had to stop in. Got the chicken fried steak and even though it wasn't as big as some other reviews had said it was big enough, fries were good and cream corn was great too for the second side. If you are ever passing by, don't let the off the beaten path thing get you, this is worth it.

Speakeasy is the perfect name for this steakhouse! You walk into an old beat up building through an…read moreold beat up door then immediately walk through a little bit nicer door and bam, you're in a fine dining, white linen table cloth restaurant! Taylor was amazing, our bartender made perfect martinis and the food was off the charts! The shrimp cocktail was six of the biggest shrimp ever, the Chicken Dianne was rich and delicious and hubby's Wagyu Ribeye was spectacular! The show stealer was the pork belly, it was rendered to the perfect melt point with a flavor all it's own, no sweet sauce, just pork! It's in the middle of nowhere but oh so worth the trip!

One of the more unique places I've been and I'm glad I went. I recently took a new job on the road…read moreand it has brought me to new spots in the US I have not been yet. I always take advantage of that by trying out the local fare. This place was special and deserves all the stars! It is at the corner of 3 or 4 farm roads kind of in the middle of nowhere. You walk through a series of doors before entering the hostess area. It was dim lit as you would expect a speakeasy to be and I was greeted immediately. I was by myself and the bar was open so that's where I went. It was busy and had I been with more people we would have needed a reservation.. it was pretty busy. I ordered the house special drink which was a dirty martini with blue cheese olives and it was perfect. I then ordered the 9oz sirloin which you can have it with just the normal seasoning or they have a list of ways you can get it like Oscar, béarnaise.. etc. I got it with a red wine mushroom reduction and it also comes with a salad and 1 side. All the dressings are house made and I picked mashed potatoes and brown gravy. The steak was cooked just the way I asked which was medium rare, it was juicy, seasoned well and the red wine reduction just added to the deliciousness. The mashed potatoes were buttery, soft, light and airy and the brown gravy wasn't overly salty and was perfect! I would love to bring my wife to this place if I'm ever in that area. I might even take a trip just to go to that place!

Stopped on long car ride and were pleasantly impressed with delicious burgers! These are thick…read morehomemade burgers with great flavor. Spicy fries were good too!

Long work trip has me staying in Concordia for a while. I've been here a few times now and this is…read morea super cute bar and grill. Very clean. Everyone is very friendly and the food is very good. A lot of tv's to catch a game. Great spot!

So first time ever being here and since it was a cold, rainy night in Grand Island, I thought,…read more"What the heck, it's time for a cocktail." Upon entering the place, you can tell that it's a newer, more-hip bar in the downtown area. After all, a lot of coworkers have praised it for it's novelty. It was a small, younger crowd (probably makes sense, since it was 8:00pm) with most of the patrons close friends of the serving staff. So I sat up to the bar, and asked for the drink menu. This is where it went a little weird. There was debate among the bartenders as to which menu I needed. Thinking all I wanted was a drink a... drink menu should suffice but I guess Infuse takes it one step further and offers multiple drink menus. Benefit of the doubt. Being that this place is considered a cocktail bar, I discussed options with the bartender and finally thought nothing better than the classic: an Old fashioned. besides, there well bourbon is Bulleit: Now we're rolling. I ordered one up, excited for the outcome, and here came the friendly banter between the bartenders. Only this time, I couldn't tell if the observer was putting in his two cents or if he was actually trying to tell my gal how to make the drink which left an awkward atmosphere for a few moments. Oh well, it was easy to forget when the drink came but once more I was puzzled! It came in a snifter glass. Ok, I like to consider myself as a purist (but I'll take an orange peel and cherry over lemon any day) so I just thought this was totally absurd but in the end, it's just a drink so I'll finish it and move on. Overall, I think this is what Grand Island needed: a newer, trendy bar to draw in a younger crowd, downtown. Although, I would describe it as "growing pains" in one word (well two... the old fashioned was strong so bonus points to that). Look, a bar shouldn't be like a hair salon. I don't want each person's take on a drink. The bar tenders should be consistent with the standards set by the bar unless custom orders are requested. Also, keep it simple. Drink menus for drinks. Food menus for food. With small fixes, Infuse could be the busiest, happening place in downtown GI.

It's been a year since I was here. I orderd a Black…read moreRussian. He made me a mixture of vodka, Kahlua AND some clear soda. The correct mixture is 2 parts vodka & 1 part Kahlua. Nothing else. I ordered a draw. He kept tipping the glass to get rid of the foam. It was about 50 degrees F. We just left and haven't been back. I did send them an email but did not get a response. I'd recommend Nathan Detroit if you're in the down town area.