The place to watch Iowa games, especially if Jake or Endo is behind the bar…read more Great selection of beer. They will have something you like. Their mix drinks are great. Not burned but you can taste the liquor. They have frozen pizzas if you want a snack.

Had a couple drinks here while in town for my brother's graduation. I have to say I was impressed…read moreby the beer selection. Being in a college town I automatically expected there to be just basic beers on the menu, but the bar offered a variety of different craft beers. I have to say I was very impressed. The owner and locals were extremely friendly and welcoming. Enjoyed The Wooden Foot very much. If you are ever in Waverly, Iowa you must go there.

We rolled into Decorah after a hot day on the motorcycle and pulled into the parking lot which was…read morefull. Walked in and was greeted warmly and told how things work. Seat yourself, order at the bar and receive a buzzer to pick up food. 2026 best burger in Iowa so we ordered that to share, along with a generous basket of lightly battered and delicious cheese curds. Burger was very shareable and came with fries. Not sure it's the best in the state, but it was very good. Despite being busy, food came out quickly. Great selection of local craft beers on tap. Decorah has amazing beers. Special note that the staff was very friendly. This was a great bar and grill and I can totally see why it was crawling with guests. We will be back when in town again.

Delicious smash burger and fries. Fast & friendly service. Ate on the patio which was greatread more

Service was great along with the food! The atmosphere was energetic with a pool tournament going on.read more

Bartender was awesome plenty of table , super cheap to play, good ambiance they had the game love itread more

Amazing food, and my beautiful, blue jean wearing blond server was the best server I've ever had. A…read moregreat experience all around.

over all great experience. Went there each time after being in town and wasn't disappointed either…read moretime. I got the Reuben pizza, which was great, and I don't know if it was because I was just starving or what, but I couldn't stop eating it. It's what I would call a dive bar type of setting, which is what I like. Also, a huge variety of alcohol to pick from and a sit yourself type of atmosphere. They also have deck seating if it's nice enough outside.

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!

Stopped by today after a long bike ride. Good food, cold beer and great service at a very…read morereasonable price.

For a small town bar, it was always a great place for a cold drink & hot food! It's the only bar…read moreI've been to that has a jail cell inside!

5-star service! Okay, set your expectations for a locals beer bar and just go in. They have…read moreMillstream beer on tap which is fantastic - support a local craft brewer. No food so just a basic little bar with some of the friendliest people you can find.

if small town bar makes you think laid back and relaxed than this is not it. The employees are…read morealways drunk, trying to start fights, threatening, and assulting the customers. Although I'm not sure I would be considered a customer as I was too afraid to have a drink, the thought of all the nasty bugs and other things that might have crawled on anything I may actually drink out of was enough to make me stay sober.

My father-in-law lives in Nashua and this past holiday season, we visited there for a few days. He…read moretook us to his favorite dinner joint for supper. The Townhouse, as it's commonly referred to by locals, is a typical small-town watering hole. Nothing fancy, but the service is friendly and the place is really clean. And the burgers. Yum! All American, cooked the way the should be... juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Dad also loves the sweet potato fries, so we split an order of them too - they were flavor packed, crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. (I tasted my husband's regular fries and they were delicious too.) If you're ever in the area, I'd definitely say a visit here is worth the effort.

Dusty's Lounge is a vibe! I feel like I'm hanging out in my Midwestern grandpa's best friend's…read morebasement, but without the weird old man smell. The drinks are delish, regularly rotating taps, and while the food menu is limited, there are some all-stars that are sure to please! My food recommendations: Deviled eggs & pretzels The Grinder sandwich (ask for an extra side of the special sauce)

Classic lounge vibe. Deviled eggs and beer what more could…read moreyou ask for? A few good places to hop around in those few blocks.

Been a year since we stopped at The Hay Market, and it is still Decorah's hidden treasure.read more

Had Hash Browns w/cheese and onions couple eggs over easy, sausage patties, white toast. All of it…read moreproperly made like an American classic breakfast. Service was good and friendly, and you can pick your ambiance, sit down a tables or sit in a separated bar section a bit rougher and noisier, but good folk.