Ordered from here a couple times and both times the chicken gizzards were raw and the fried pickles…read morewere barely fried

The food, the people, the comfort of small town USA...I love everything about this place! Hubby &…read moreI met my Sister & Brother In Law for "halfway fall lunch meetup". We will never do it at another restaurant again. It reminded us of being in our 20's and hanging out, eating & dancing at the places we used to frequent in SE Iowa. We had a great meal and a great time!

Located right on the square, Bert's Pub & Grub occupies a former Gamble's department store. With…read morewood floors and high ceilings, Bert's showcases its ornate, leather-wrapped bar proudly. We had just settled in with our bottles of Bud Light and Miller Lite when the bartender offered to show us around the place. The most striking feature of the main bar area is its antique elevator. Originally used by the department store, it is still used today for bring in cases of beer and taking out the trash. This unique elevator is hand-operated, using an intricate system of pulleys to allow the operator to raise and lower themselves and a heavy load of merchandise with ease by simply pulling a rope. Our bartender demonstrated how simple it was to use. As we toured the bar we were surprised to find a dance room in back, complete with setups for pole dancing and cage dancing. (The camera we had with us on this visit had no flash, hence the "night vision" photo below.) The owner had the stage and dance area constructed in 2004 and had plans to bring in exotic dancers from time to time to "bring a little life" to town. But City Hall got wind of the idea and put a stop to it before it ever took off. Nonetheless is still makes a good stage for local and touring bands.

Visiting friends in the area. A small crowd outside on the porch made us think this must be the…read moreplace to be. If you enjoy a neighborhood dive bar this is as good as it gets. The bartender happened to be the granddaughter of the owner and great granddaughter of Patty her self. Everyone, staff and costumers were friendly and made us feel welcome. We didn't try the pizza but they looked pretty good. If you like a little bit of shit with your coffee it's one of their specialties. I highly recommend the Australian Rubber Nuts. They're not on the menu you have to ask for them. Enjoy

When you roam the road of Iowa, you encounter a lot of interesting sights and people. My wife and…read moreI always enjoy stopping by a local bar because you never know what to expect. Patty's Back Door in Grand River IA is one example of what I am talking about. The owners of Patty's are incredibly easy going and welcoming. This is a straight-forward, nothing fancy bar with a single pool table and standard American beers (Bud, Coors, Miller, etc.). They have an incredible jukebox with anything and everything on it (which I loved!!). I cannot speak to the food (we did not eat), just the cheap beers and down to earth conversations with other guests and staff. As a bar, this establishment (we were told) has been around since the 1940s and with hospitality and simple small town charm like this, it is no wonder. Patty's made Grand River IA a memorable place to stop.

Very nice bar with great bartenders! Great place to catch up with friends and hang out! There is a…read morenice bar and lots of tables to choose from. There is an area with a pool table. Very nice and updated look and they usually have complementary popcorn. They have a large area on the other side from the main bar area that can be rented for events, activities or any other sort of gatherings. There is a small separate bar on that side too. Sometimes they have live music, bands, DJ's and Karaoke.

Service was outstanding. Ordered carryout food while attending the Leon Rodeo and the staff were so…read morefriendly and accommodating.

A pretty standard small-town dive with the typical games and amenities. It's very dark on the…read moreinside. Our bartender was a nice older lady who gave us good tips on other places to visit in the area. Though it's very dark on the inside, it looks nicer than you'd expect given the nondescript exterior. One humorous aspect of the bar is that a ceiling fan had been modified into a makeshift roulette wheel.

The Groggy Dog has a way of making you feel like family the moment you walk through the door. Bob…read moreFox, the owner, puts an incredible amount of time and effort into making sure the food is always above and beyond what you would expect. What really stands out is that he genuinely listens to his customers. If something isn't quite right or you have a suggestion, Mr. Fox takes the time to hear you out and looks for ways to make things better. The Groggy Dog also does a great job keeping things interesting with its beer selection. The beers on tap are always changing, giving you a chance to try something different each time you visit. Whether you have a favorite or want to branch out and try something new, there's usually something worth checking out. I really appreciate that they don't just stick with the same lineup--they keep things fresh and give customers a reason to come back and see what's new. Between the great food, rotating beer selection, and the way Bob genuinely cares about his customers and his business, The Groggy Dog is the kind of place that feels less like a restaurant and more like a local gathering spot. You can tell there's a lot of pride and hard work behind what they do, and it shows.

Really nice downtown barn Indianola with a British vibe, oh nice but then if I get more, you can…read morestill add to it if need be all right thanks for serving poutine, Guinness beer and a bunch of similar stuff. The Irish eggrolls with corned beef were pretty darn good and the local beer that was a lager from Des Moines hit the spot, but I don't remember the name.

Nice place . Bartender was very nice. But they don't have a menu anymore. If you want a place to…read morehang out and have a drink and maybe play some pool . It's a nice place.

Food and service were very good. A bit pricey, but considering its location not a surprise.read more