Bar Food Is Taken To A Whole New Level At This Local Tavern In Iowa

The gastropub boom has been a great thing for those who like good food with their drinks and vice versa. It used to be that if you wanted a good dinner out at a casual restaurant, you would likely only find a limited wine and beer menu to accompany it. If you wanted to go to a neighborhood bar, the you would be lucky if you could get wings and a burger. No more - Iowa has a great gastropub scene, and the best gastropub in Iowa is definitely Gastro Pub & Grub. Located in the small city of Waukee, Iowa, this laid-back neighborhood joint has an extensive menu of Italian food, sandwiches, and other treats to go with the pub's inventive cocktail selection and wide range of international beers, wines, and liquor. There's a reason this place is packed every night, but there's room at the bar for one more!

Gastro Pub and Grub is one of those neighborhood joints that got attention slowly, but now it's packed almost every night.

The epitome of a Gastropub, it's a great place to enjoy both some fine spirits and some delicious food.

Alongside an extensive menu of pub grub, you'll find a wide selection of international beers and wines.

The menu is changing all the time and features unique specials, like these spicy mac and cheese bites.

Burgers and sandwiches are the main part of the menu, and the pulled pork sandwich is overstuffed and bursting with flavor.

A lot of inventive specials are on offer, like this crispy reinvention of Shepherd's Pie.

And of course, it's Iowa - so it wouldn't be a full menu without a massive pork tenderloin sandwich on the menu!

The dessert menu is just as worthy of attention - keep an eye out for the strawberry shortcake when it's in season during the summer!

Have you visited Gastro Pub & Grub in Waukee? Tell us about your visit, and let us know your pick for the best gastropub in Iowa in the comments section. You can see the full menu on the Gastro Pub & Grub website. You’ll find the latest events on the Gastro Pub & Grub Facebook page. While you're in Waukee, check out this unique rail trail or book a stay at this casual local hotel.