At least in Waterloo, if you're looking for a quality beer selection, I'm pretty sure this is as…read moregood as it gets. I stumbled across this place after making plans to have dinner with some friends at Rudy's Tacos, which is housed in the same corner building. This bar is located directly across the hall from the Lava Lounge and I believe has the same owners. Arriving early on a Tuesday evening there were a few people in the Lava Lounge but no one yet at the Beer Hall. While waiting for a third friend to arrive we bellied up to the bar and were attended to by a great bartender who knew his beer. The bartenders floated between the bars on an as needed basis and one could order something on tap from either bar. Very easy going, very friendly. Now about the beer. Between the two places there were approximately 10 taps including beers from Jolly Pumpkin, Tool and Brouwerij Bavik (Petrus Oud Bruin) and bottles and cans ranging from $2 Grain Belt Nordeast to Bourbon County Brand Stout to Duchesse de Bourgogne. Since I was just back in town visiting I can't speak to the prices very well but they seemed reasonable. On Thursdays they apparently offer beer from another neighbor in the same building, Guerrilla Brewing Company. I wasn't around long enough to give that a try but certainly hope to on the next visit.

Feels like a vintage basement. That's a good thing. Good spirits and a great selection of beersread more

Not wrong with it, really. I went because the reviews seemed like the kind of place I'd like to…read morehangout at. And it was a great place, just not a lot of room. I'll be surprised if the fire commissioner allows crowds of over 75 in that place. And I say that as a former firefighter, it's not a very big place. It is a cash only bar, which can get annoying because if you don't tip after every order, you'd be ignored the next time you want to order. No elbow room at the bar. The stools are very close together. I could see myself going back there, maybe in the daytime when it's slow, but I definitely wouldn't go on a Friday or Saturday night when everyone is out bar hopping

Everyone friendly joking around good lp on able to sit outside at a table while waiting for a…read morefriend check it out. Normal prices for beer

Awesome joint! Great Deere selection and solid mixed drinks. Good service. Awesome vibe!!read more

Old tavern style with craft beer taps! 24 taps with a lot of Iowa breweries. The 5 and dime feel-…read moregreat old beer signs, vintage decor and friendly bartender (Ben).And it's clean!! Not a gnat or fruit fly in the house- and that is important!

A fun bar! It's the most popular bar on the hill, but it's very spacious & does not feel…read moreclaustrophobic. There is a big indoor area as well during the winter months. Only 4 stars because bartenders are not always consistently good

THIS WAS THE WORST EXPERIENCE I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTERED AT A BAR. Sadly, I had high hopes for the…read moreestablishment. While it didn't work out that way, I was sadly extremely disappointed by this place. Many people in our group were mad and the owners treated us ridiculously. Please do not go here. Don't waste your time!!!!

After months of raving from friends, I finally got to experience Octopus for the first time earlier…read morethis winter and immediately got the hype. I love a humble dive bar, but add live music, and that's a winning combo. Octopus GETS it and does it well. From big names to fresh faces, you're guaranteed good tunes here. They've also got late night snackies! Highly recommend stopping in. You might even get to pet a dog!

I love coming here. $1 PBR draws til 7 pm every day: what more can I say?…read more Just kidding, this place is awesome. They spin cool records all afternoon and evening on the weeknights, and they have live music on the weekends. The beer garden is sick. The bartenders are cool. Definitely worth a look.

The lasagna soup last night was beyond words! Paired up with a cheese sandwich that was one of a…read morekind! I have heard about the food here on Monday night and now I know it's true! I'll be back.

Welcome to the most overrated watering hole in the area. A beneficiary of its location, the Library…read moreoffers a cramped space, filthy restrooms, and surly bartenders for your displeasure. If you've ever wondered what the inside of a lawnmower sounds like, be sure to attend one of their music acts, as the acoustics couldn't be worse. If you hate having bartenders that treat you with courtesy and prompt service, be sure to visit one of the hooligans they've got tending bar. If you're a masochist who enjoys a beating, go during the busy times, as the staff is happy to overserve aggressive drunks and then look the other way when hostilities commence. Don't forget the food, which has a quality that might be pleasing in a labor camp but seems subpar for paying customers. What a joint!

Friday night busy but they had the routine down. Have an outdoor pool table and seating area kinda…read morecool.

We stopped to watch Michigan in the college World Series. Jedd was the bartender, he's very great…read moreguy, he had some great stories. When in the area of Waterloo Iowa try and stop in. Cheers!!

Great times to be had at this local midwest pub. Cold beer, big TV's, pool tables, goose ball…read moretables, darts, corn hole boards, putting green, and video games for all types of entertainment while you drink a cold one or two. Great place to have parties in the back room (we've had at least 5 here throughout the years). Friendly staff that knows their mixed drinks. Lots of parking all around the building.

Wasn't a bad place if you enjoy the dive motif. There was 4 pool tables I believe, the two we…read moreplayed on were very fast and the table roll was a little noticeable. It was 3:30 on a Saturday week 11 of College football and the place was already busy. I couldn't really find anything wrong with the place, like I said dive motif has lots of posters and beer advertisements, not a fancy college bar thats for sure which is what I dig.