This place is closed and gone. Site needs updating to reflect such. Franklin Street will be…read moremissed by many in the area.

Sad to say, they have announced closing the brewery. Such a great place, decor, and beverages.read more

Blue collar Sports is a totally worthy competitor in its class. Excellent food, good bar, great…read moreservice, and back room pool and darts. I've never had a sandwich, soup, salad or pizza here that was not top line. And the beer is always cold. The Sports Bar location has been a downtown saloon since my granddad was just a young pup. It's seen numerous transitions, but never lost its regional charm and happy heart. The current iteration's food is small town bar and grill at its best!!! I see a couple many years' old negative reviews here on the big Y. They can be safely ignored. If you are passing through Manchester Iowa, Blue Collar Sports is a reliable purveyor of food, drink, fun, and generations of memories.

Best bar in town. Get hit on by over wait bartender. Food is great and the people are super mean…read moreand aggressive. Loved my experence

There was a large crowd of us who stopped by after braving the wild rapids just outside this…read morelocation. We staggered in separately so that may be why the server decided to only service 3-4 people at a time at our table of about 16. We were ok with that but things did get forgotten, such as a drink that took way to long and a few requests for water. The place was rather busy for a Saturday lunch time. However, we never felt crowded in the roomy seating area inside. I saw someone with a pizza at the bar and felt I needed to give it a try. A 14 inch pizza just cheese was $12 and $2.00 for each topping, sounded like a great deal. It was more than enough for me and my +1, with 3 pieces for a snack later. I would say the taste was very good but not something I needed to go 1 hour out of my way for. If I was in town, I would get it again though. Someone next to me ordered the burger and it looked like it had fresh ingredients and was a hefty size. All in all I would go back if I was in the area.

What a lovely gem right in the heart of downtown. We were visiting from Florida and everyone there…read morewas so kind and welcoming. The food is just delicious, hearty Americana, the atmosphere is fun, and the I'm sure in the summer the patio is rocking. Glad we stopped in here. Will definitely be back the next time we're up that way to visit our son. Thanks for the hospitality y'all!

Returning because we think this is a good food place!!…read moreArrived on Friday around 5:30. A good time to get there. By 6:15 folks were lined up at the door waiting to order food and tables were filling up. There's no table service so be prepared to line up and order at the kitchen counter. Good selection of food with bbq ribs on Friday and Saturday nights. Our orders: 1/2 rack ribs with ribbon fries and coleslaw. Verdict: excellent. Tender ribs, 5 meaty bones. Heavy rub spicing and you can get extra bbq sauce on the side. Ribbon fries and slaw are both good. Taking home 2 ribs for lunch. My wife has flatbread pepperoni pizza. Always good. 8 squares served on a "paddle." Nice and cheesy with one slice pepperoni on each square. Plenty in the serving, taking home 1/2 the pizza so it is shareable unless you are a big eater. Looking forward to our next visit!

Didn't really go down to eat but after a couple of ice cold IPAs, I shared a pizza with some…read morefriends ! The pizza was delicious ! My normal go to food down there is their awesome tenderloin ! It seems to be a place where people want to go and hang out and it will be even busier this summer as it's on lost Beach at Delhi ! Great service also !

This is the coolest bar I've ever been to in Iowa, if not one of the coolest bars I've ever been…read moreto- PERIOD! The Sanity Room takes "theme" bar to a whole new level. There is a state mental facility outside of Independence, Iowa, and hence the theme of the Sanity Room. But don't think it's cold and creepy. No. The owners have gone to great lengths to make this an inviting place complete with the unique chairs, private small booths, and kitschy motto signs surrounding the place (one of my faves: "I can only please one person per day. Today I choose me."). They serve shots in pill bottles and syringes, and the staff will even make you don a patient gown, sit in the old hospital bed (vintage and they claim it came from the state hospital), and then administer the shots while wearing a doctor's coat. Genius! After you are vaccinated, you get a sticker. As if the booze wasn't awesome enough! And let's talk about the booze. This is a full bar that also features some great craft and local beers, as well as a local wine. Iowa wine, you ask? It was by far the best I sampled and I bought a bottle. Yeah, you can buy their stock too, if they have enough. As for specialty cocktails? Look no further than the bloody mary made with Chardonnay. That's right, I said the bloody mary is made with wine. And it's delicious. Since wine doesn't have as much alcohol as vodka, you might have to drink a lot to get the same effect, but with a taste like this you won't mind. The Sanity Room does seem to be a work in progress as they only have one unisex bathroom but they are working on more accommodations. Still, it's small so you can't imagine there would ever be a long line. It also sits in the back of an antique store, so blink and you might miss it. I know we did the first time we walked by, but the second time we took a chance and walked in and I am so glad we did! There's even a back patio area that overlooks the Wapsipinican River. The only bad thing would be that there are no TVs in the Sanity Room. I question if this would change the integrity of the bar, as it might compromise the theme and inviting nature. But I am a sports nut and there would be nothing better than belly up at the bar, drinking a glass of La T Da & watching the game! Seriously, if you're ever in Independence and you don't stop in here, you're missing out. I can't wait to get back and get my dose of Sanity!

Such a great name for the town that includes the mental hospital. Eclectic, fun decor and the…read moreowner/managers obviously love their work! A deck in the back gives a nice view of the Wapsie River, and an antique shop with all sorts of fun things, from tools to quilts. Thanks for the hospitality!

Food is great, service was awesome! Has that small town pub, yet sports bar feel. Texas burger was…read moreamazing! Get the corn nuggets, they are off the charts!

Dundee Bar and Grill is a not very well hidden gem of a traditional country tavern tucked away amid…read morethe corn fields and verdant hills of Northeast Iowa. These folks are totally on their game and worthy of a pilgrimage on the Tavern Trail. Dundee is a small gateway community on the scenic route to Backbone State Park, and the Bar and Grill a well known destination where bikers, car clubs, tractor rides, and everyone in the neighborhood rub shoulders, raise a glass or several, and indulge in great food from their postage stamp kitchen. It's pure tavern food at its most amazing best. Tenderloins, burgers, chicken strips, wings, great pizza, Friday Fish Fry, and absolutely awesome home made French fries are the heart of this comforting menu and guaranteed to satisfy. The Thursday wing special fills the place, and Friday Fish Fry packs even more folks in. I don't know how the servers keep up, but they never miss a beat. Hanging out here is a rural joy only known among the fields, hills, and hollows of this part of the country. My recent favorite here is the mushroom Swiss burger with home fries. The hand pressed burger is bigger than the bun, and dressed with plenty of cheese and mushrooms. Don't ruin this one with condiments. It's a thing of beauty without anything to distract from that simple perfection. The classic Iowa tenderloin is just that. Classic! Exactly the way they are supposed to be. You will never go wrong with one of these servings of hog heaven. Dundee pizza is a competitor too, but that's a separate review for another time. Just do it. Dundee Bar and Grill, another recipient of my personal 'Real Deal' award!

Very loud music and understaffed. I ordered the fillet mignon sliders. The beef was great and…read morecooked just right! Staff was friendly but music was way too loud.

Great place. Nice atmosphere. Cold beer. Nice pours. The taco pizza is good but the filet…read moresliders are unexpectedly awesome.

You want to check this place out!! Absolutely gorgeous & super friendly staff. One side is a bar…read moreand other the restaurant. Food is to die for and the drinks are too, especially the Glitsy

From the owner: A prohibition era eatery and live music bar & tap. Immerse yourself into the 1920's the moment you…read morestep into this unique restaurant, Featuring two sides, one the Glitz & Glam of the private 20's clubs and cigar lounges, the other side the darker speakeasy side, with gangsters and moonshine themes. This is truly a unique experience for the entire family. Farm to Table menu, the food is just as unique as the place and atmosphere. A unique food experience with local beef, and chicken and more. With plenty of menu options, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Cocktails and Mocktails available daily. Outdoor Seating in Spring/Summer Months as of June 2023. Live Music and Events Weekly, Check Facebook Page for Events. We are dedicated to providing the best locally sourced food to our community and support other small and local businesses and farms all while teaching youth to find passion in this amazing industry.

This is a great restaurant! Service is great the workers are fantastic!! Love this place so much!!read more