I went in one time and the bartender remembered my name. Kevin's always quick to greet you with a…read moresmile. The female bartender who comes in after him (don't remember her name, unfortunately) is also great and makes sure you're taken care of. The place looks like it would only have Budweiser and Busch Light on tap, but they have all kinds of craft options for very reasonable prices. This month, they have a very tasty beer from Boulevard called Easy Orange for only $4/pint. You're probably looking at $2-$3 more/pint at other places around Ankeny. I'd get there by 4PM, otherwise, you're going to be sitting at a table, not the bartop.

I am pleased that this bar is here. It is a local stop and…read moreeveryone who goes here loves it. I am not a regular but we were stopping in to try something different. Small parking lot around what appears to be a house, but it's so much more. It's a dive bar. Multiple TVs had a golf tournament on but that didn't keep the conversations from being lively. Even we were greeted with smiles from the bartender. We bellied right up and made friends. She was so fun to talk to even while being worked hard with the busy crowd. We did discover that the name was changed to Careny Tap about 5 years ago, but there are still hits of the old name, and Google also had an old name on the map. We started a tab and they took a card or cash. We had a couple drinks and I loved watching the bartender work. My husband was very pleased with the beer options available. They had some beers that not a lot of places carry and I think he was so excited to find some unique ones she had to offer. We did not eat anything, but really like this place and its been here forever. I recommend.

It was a good atmosphere until Izzy showed up. Our first conversation "I will only serve you if you…read moretip me" it rubbed me the wrong way and make me feel uncomfortable. I understand bartenders need to make their money but that is not how business is done. I will still return but Izzy is not my favorite

Came here for their Halloween event to listen to a Greenday cover band. The Greendqy band was…read moresupposed to start at 9... didn't actually "warm up" until 9:30 then some guy soloed for over an hour then the drums and bass player joined in. But not for the actual band that was supposed to play as the lead singer was running around doing excessive sound checks over and over. We left at 11 and never actually got to hear the band nor a Greenday song... lame. Building inside is run down, chairs are out dated and it just feels dirty. Have to go to the bathroom? Hold it. Trust me.

Taco Tuesday is ok, not good. Service sub par at best,…read more STOP assuming everyone that walks in the door is a lifer and knows that just because the locals know it's Taco Tuesday that it means no point in the menu, except it doesn't. I had no idea if there was meat choices (there isn't) or toppings or sides (there are sides like fries) I'm glad I asked for the menu, as I almost thought about the nachos. Which I would have not known about if I hadn't seen a menu. We did not appreciate the rudeness when she asked if we were ready to order and I replied how would we know we haven't seen a menu. Just for her to roll her eyes and come back and toss them on the table. That attitude made me not want to spend my money there and my tip absolutely reflected her poor behavior. She could have earned 20 from me alone out of our group, instead of what was left over from the change. I work in the service industry and I appreciate both good food and service and it also would have been nice if our checks were correct but I have learned to pick and chose my battles but that also helped contribute to her not super tip. To the taco loved the shell it's like fry bread and one taco is the entire basket you have been warned. Sadly it wasn't really warm my fries were not even close to warm and definitely floppy. Really the stinker of the show was the server, so don't expect much.

Visited and really enjoyed the food. Service was good. A definite classic establishment.read more

Another successful visit to BW!…read more This was the final stop for my birthday outing! This is a close to home stop, and the food, drinks and service is always solid! Not to mention Heather is always a friendly face and we really appreciate her! We were joined by my 2 sons and my son's wife. The place is staying clean and organized unset the new ownership and I really appreciate the bright and clean feeling the new ownership has installed. The bathrooms are also being maintained and clean, which is a nice touch! My daughter-in-law ordered a jumbo pretzel $12 - and it was fresh, warm and enough to feed 5 people on its own! My son and I both ordered the wings $14 each, and they are very good here! My other son ordered a French Dip $14 - and he said it was excellent and would not share! This was all paired with plenty of libation from the well stocked and clean bar, with many great local breweries on tap as well as specials on the domestics. Our total bill came up to around $120 for everyone - I did not do the math - I just paid the bill, however I don't think my birthday drink was free! ??? This has always been a fun spot and since the refresh this is still a solid choice for a sports bar in Ankeny! Come check it out! Tell Heather Kirk and Kim say Hi!

Good place to watch a game, staff was sweet and they had lots of non alcoholic options along with…read morereal drinks.. Lots of tvs and a party room..

Bar food! I love a good dive and we found one. Right on the…read morecorner of a heavy intersection is a bar /diner. Stopped in for a late lunch on a Sat and a few tables were open. Sunday our Waitress was kind and right there when we sat down. Drinks came out right away and I ordered fried pickle SPEARs! The pickles came out super hot and fresh with a side of ranch. I can never help myself and of course burned the roof of my mouth on the hot pickles goodness. The tables around us looked like they were snacking on the wings, and another review said they were good. However my hubby got the special which was the Ruben and fries. I got the breaded tenderloin and fries. The Ruben.. Holy moly! Yum! I got to try it and it was great. It was smaller but so good. Sunday said she made it and I have to say she did great! My breaded tenderloin was good as well. It was nothing super special but fulfilling. Probably frozen patty. The fries where skinny crinkle fries which all came out crispy and hot hot hot! I think we'll be back due to location from home and we liked the feel and the crowd.

This local dive location has got to be the best find I've found, on Saturday at 2pm it's a little…read moreslow. We stopped in coming in from the back door where the outdoor patio is along with the smokers. Sat ourselves in the only booth in the place, the bartender/server help us, she was very friendly and helpful. I had the special Ruben with fries and a ipa. I have to be honest the sandwich was a little on the small side but was the best tasting Ruben I've ever had. I do not know what they do differently but it was fantastic. The crowd seems to be regulars and that in my eyes is good. The fried pickles were our favorite being spears and not chips. Great dive to make a regular visits to.

This place is for real a neighborhood bar. Nice and clean and close to him for me…read more I really enjoy it. They have lots of snacks sitting out and great popcorn! As well as basic bar food. Accessible and friendly.

Horrible place to spend your money. There are much better places that are cleaner and the food is…read morebetter!

A chain wings placed closed at 10:30 p.m. and we needed a place to drink as we are out-of-towners…read moreand we googled "bars." This place came up. What didn't come up was the fun location that caught us by surprise. It's literally located BEHIND this random hotel. The sign on the hotel is confusing because it's on the other side but didn't bother us. What are out-of-town adventures for? We find it. We love the music. We loved the atmosphere. Bartender was dope. Made me a shot from my hometown and it tasted almost identical. If I'm ever back in this area again, I'd come here. I love how "dive-y" it was.

$2.00 bottomless drinks until the keg runs dry, $1.00 hamburgers and hot dogs on the first Friday…read moreof every month. Pool here is $1.00 per game with two tables. Mat has own parking behind Days Inn. Bartender and patrons are friendly. Worth a try for cheap drinks and food.

First time visit on a late Sunday afternoon. Food was just OK - Macaroni & Cheese came out nice and…read morehot ....a little heavy on garlic seasoning but overall good. The salad dressing (italian) had an "off" flavor so didn't eat more than a bite. Service was OK also - server couldn't answer a question if their Chili was made with added beer & just said "he didn't watch them make it" and didn't seem interested in finding the answer. Would probably go back if someone else wanted to go, but wouldn't make it my first choice.

Pis poor,dont even bother. Paid 7$ and told the bar man its…read morea bad beer,he chuged it out and told me to leave....

My favorite place to eat in Altoona! The food is always chef's kiss perfect, and the staff and…read moreservice... it just doesn't get any better. The portions are generous and tasty, I can't recommend their top shelf margaritas enough. One of the wait staff convinced to try it with Don Julio instead of our usual Patron, and it was a game changer! So smooth. It the warmer weather they open the walls for an indoor/outdoor experience. Atmosphere is great as well. High Recommend this restaurant!

Top notch margaritas Seriously, they have the best…read moremargaritas on the planet. Probably even off planet as well! Food is always amazing, on a higher level than any other Mexican restaurant. Staff is friendly and courteous, they always remember us. Even the owner, manager, boss, El Jefe is a treasure. They do things right, according to their own standards, clearly. The new place is nice and modern, but truthfully I liked the old place better. It just had more character. Nevertheless, el mejor!

My family and went here on a Monday night. It wasn't super busy and we were seated right away. Half…read moreour group ordered tap beers from their lengthy beer menu. One of the options we wanted was out which I have heard is a fairly common thing with certain beers here. For an appetizer we ordered the bone-in Buffalo wings. They were so good and the best item that I had during this meal. I would go back for the wings alone. One of the members of my group who has been here before said the boneless wings are not good and he would only recommend the bone-in wings. For it being a Monday night and not very busy I felt like the food was taking longer than necessary, but this was my first time, so I didn't have anything to compare it to. Majority of the table ordered burgers. We all enjoyed them, but didn't think it was the best burger ever. My favorite was the jalapeño popper burger, but I really don't think you could go wrong with any of the burgers. I liked this place and will be back if the opportunity comes, but I don't think it will be a staple restaurant in our house.

This restaurant open where the Old Chicago was located in Ankeny. They did some remodel and it…read morelooks great. Huge bar when you walk in and plenty of seats. We were seated and waiting on in a good amount of time. My hubs loved the cheese cubes. They're delicious. Kids got wings they liked. I got the 1/2 soup and salad. I like they have that option. Hubs got the burger. All food was great. Definite things I want to go back and try. It's bar food and then some. So if this is the environment you like to eat in, I highly recommend. They have a selection of craft beers and many, many TVs to watch what you want!!