This was our first visit to The Dock. We came for a Halloween event - an 80s themed with a cover band specializing in The Cars. This is a casual environment with spacious seating and a long bar. Service at the bar was friendly and reasonably quick. We found a seat at the last available table, and that rascal was a plastic one that seemed placed last minute. Smart of 'em, too, as there seemed to be a lot of regulars. So much so that we felt we were crashing someone's party. The bar was well stocked with reasonable prices. They were doing a brisk business. And handling it well. Nice folk, too. We didn't have the food, but it smelled so good that I was wishing I hadn't eaten before arriving. Worth checking out if you're near there. It's a stretch for us, so I don't know that we'll swing back that way. The vibe didn't suit us, so we bailed after a beer, but it clearly suits the locals and seems well worth attending for them. Do try it if you're near. Parking seemed spacious enough for the size of the place. It's gravel, so if you're fancy about your car, YMMV. Still, if you're nearby, check 'em out. read more

I've been wanting to come here for years and my daughter and I finally did a little over a month ago. We walk in and the two waitresses were super nice and said we could sit wherever. We sat, looked at the menu for a few minutes and ordered. My daughter got the chicken tenders and fries and I got the special of the day, Philly steak sandwich and fries. The food came out shortly after that. The food was nice and hot. The chicken tenders were cooked right and tasted great. The Philly was really good for the special of the day price. The fries were crispy and good as well. All in all, it was a great experience with great food at reasonable prices. Can't beat that. read more

The Dock Bar & Grill - a basket of fried fish and fries - American Near Me - Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Great place to see live music. Service is friendly. Clean and plenty of room to dance. Mostly older crowd.

I came in over saint Patrick's day for lunch and the place was PACKED! It's clear they were busier than usual, but we still got as good of service as they could provide us. The salad I got was fine, but I asked for no blue cheese, and dressing on the side. I got blue cheese, and never got the side of ranch which was disappointing. I could have flagged down our server but she didn't have a chance to check on us on her own. The atmosphere was what I expected--very casual, although pretty large. Overall I would come back if in the area--probably just for a beer or karaoke! read more

The Dock Bar & Grill - Buffalo chicken salad - American Near Me - Council Bluffs, Iowa

First time coming here, wanted to be entertained by some live music which is great that they had it here. Prices on drinks were really pricey. Even though there was music, they had no food at all except for the vending machine for when bands come. The bar was really cozy. Seems like a bar where everyone knows everyone at which is great. Overall, just a casual place to hang out at. read more

Looking for a local "dive bar" with some musical flare? Here it is. Enjoyed dinner, drinks and dancing to Blue House RTOH. You can tell by the happy table chatter and bar banter that everyone is like family here. Kind of a "Cheers" atmosphere. Give it a try read more

I've been wanting to come in for one of their lunch specials. Today was a hot roast beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy. The people that work there are super nice and welcoming. The place itself is dated but seemed clean. Lunch was delivered promptly and piping hot! Overall a decent lunch. The beef had a good flavor just a bit tough. I really appreciated the homemade mashed potatoes however they were so over salted that I could not eat them as hard as I tried. Darn! I love mashed potatoes too! I've been wanting to also come try their chicken and noodles over mashed potatoes on Wednesdays but hesitant with the mashed potatoes being so salty. I will definitely be back though and give something else a try! read more

The Dock Bar & Grill - Hot beef sandwich - American Near Me - Council Bluffs, Iowa

Came in here while in town visiting family. My dad has been coming here for years. Had the breakfast buffet. Did not dissappoint. Service was outstanding. Will be back next time in town. read more

Actually a good burger! This review is based on food, service, cleanliness, atmosphere, and value. The burger and fry was good. Service was good. The cleanliness could have been better. The atmosphere was just an old bar. The kind of bar where a little light stabbing might happen (maybe not). The value wasn't terrible. They claim to get their meat fresh from the butcher next door. Kudos for that! My biggest beef (ha!) was the poison being sprayed around the dining room while I was eating. Who allows pest control to spray inside during lunch rush!?! Literally feet from my burger. That was enough to prevent me from returning. read more

This bar has it all! If you're looking for a cool spot to just hang out this is where you want to be. I've been working in the area for a year and this is one of my go to bars. The bartenders are fantastic and friendly. The atmosphere is great and you can't beat the prices. read more

Always have a good time at the dock. Their outdoor concerts/bands are a lot of fun. Food and drinks are reasonably priced.

First time here as I'm from out of town. One bartender very attentive and the other mostly just chatting with people and not refilling drinks. Price of drinks WAY too high. read more

Went to brunch Memorial Weekend. Fabulous food and several options from breakfast to lunch. The service was great!

Great food specials, and I would recommend the special everyday. The menu is good, but the special is a step above. Good prices and a staff that makes you feel at home. Good music on the weekends, and weekly events to keep you entertained. Missed winning bingo and the jackpot the other night but the prize was legit for the winner. read more

Changed things up in the kitchen??? Was in this past summer and the tenderloin was amazing. Not so much this time. Uniformity, from a box is what it tastes like now. I won't be making the drive anymore. Sad read more

1st time visit today at this restaurant. Food was decent but not the hype I had expected. I would give a higher rating but felt it was a bad idea to be eating lunch while the bug spray man was spraying the dining area while we were eating. Never experienced that before and I think it would violate some health code? read more

Bartenders are great! (Hannah, Brit and Billie) great place to stop in and have a drink and some food. Really relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. They have karaoke on Fridays! It's always a great time! read more

The Dock Bar & Grill - Bar area - American Near Me - Council Bluffs, Iowa

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The food is REALLY good, but the drinks are over priced for this place. The service is good but the atmosphere needs a lot of work.

I recently stumbled upon this little gem of a Bar&Grill while traveling for work. I'm not easily impressed.... having eaten wings on 4 different continents, a dozen different countries and at least 37 different states. If you're a true Wing purist, the wings served up at the Dock will certainly impress you. Just plain simple GOOD. Not fancy... not trying to reinvent the buffalo wing....just great wings. Oh BTW we tried the gizzards and fish and chips. You'll need a cigarette after having the waffle fries...they're just that good! Seriously this is a great family owned establishment that takes pride in the food and drink they serve. Places like this are few and far between. Please support them. You will not be disappointed. read more

The food was not good. I got the tenderloin, it was greasy and the fry's were not cooked all the way. The owner ask how it was and mumbled to go somewhere else then. I won't return for food anyway read more

I will never come back!! We had a reserved table and it was next to a table occupied by the owners and their friends. They were drunk and rude. Horrible service. Staff was too busy catering to the owners friends. read more

Neighborhood bar atmosphere and helpful- welcoming staff. Beer is cold, food is fresh, and great quality. We will be back again-

Excellent service and great food! I had a burger and fries for an early lunch today. Monday December 28th. Fresh ground beef from the butcher shop next door and fries so crispy and hot that they were still hot when I was finished with the burger. Good stuff and great staff! Highly recommend. read more

I have eaten here twice. The French dip was very good the meat was tender and tasted great. The au jus was season well to the point you could taste the meat and not just salt. I have had the fish and chips the fish was fried in a light batter so you could actually taste the fish and it was very good. Try it out the next time you're Hungary you will not be disappointed. Service was very good also. read more

First time ever eating here. I'm willing to try it again, but order something different. Tonight o orders the pork tenderloin, it was greasy, not near as fried as the pictures showed, fries lacked salt, and proper cook. I ordered a grilled cheese for my daughter and that seemed mediocre at best, plus it was shoved under all the fries. We live 6, 7 blocks max from the bar so travel isn't something that's a huge problem. I plan to try something different off the menu next time, but over all my first impression...not impressed. read more

I had lunch at the Dock today and ordered the Chill Cheese Dog. Not expecting much, since I haven't had A Good One in years. So very Happy, this is not a two hand one; this is Knife and Fork, More than you can eat one. They butterflied the Dog and put it on a larger than normal bun, really covered with chili and cheese. I was completely satiated - Thank you Kitchen Staff for the best lunch I have had it quite some time. read more

Great Food, Great Atmosphere. Lots of fun events and the owners and staff are wonderful! Be sure to check the calendar for Music Bingo, karaoke or live bands. Great lunch specials and the meats are from locally sourced shop. read more

Ok, cool place. I guess it's under new ownership. Beer is cold, no smoking inside(bonus), menu looks good, but service is a bit slow, hopefully just growing pains. As a patron, I do prefer to see a woman behind the bar. It has potential. read more

Poor selection of food. What we got was overcooked. It was not very clean. In fact one of the people in my party thought they saw a cockroach. We were passing through. We would not be back. read more

My friends and I were there for a hr when the owner had my friend thrown out for pushing the guy away that was groping on him caution gentleman read more