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Posted November 06, 2024in Belly Up To...

Roots95 Craft Kitchen & Bar

From food-truck fare to a fusion of tempting bites, Roots95 in Johnston is a must-visit for foodies. Roots95 Craft Kitchen & Bar is located at 8705 Chambery Blvd. in the [...]

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Posted October 02, 2024in Belly Up To...

Either/Or Eatery & Patio

Order either caviar or cheese curds. Drink either Lua Brewing’s Time Eater, a triple hazy IPA, or a Hamm’s beer. Sit either on the expansive lively patio or indoors for [...]

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Posted September 04, 2024in Belly Up To...

Merll’s Pub & Patio

As Waukee’s population soars, residents eagerly await the newest business — and get ready for a night on the town. One new place, Merll’s Pub & Patio, opened in June [...]

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Posted July 31, 2024in Belly Up To...

Bix & Co. is a Valley Junction favorite

A bar and restaurant opened just one year ago has quickly become a Valley Junction favorite. Bix & Co. Kitchen Sports Bar is located in a prime spot at the [...]

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Posted July 03, 2024in Belly Up To...

30hop

When approaching 30hop at The District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny, the colorful outdoor patio resembles a large downtown metro area. Maybe because, on the second story of the building, [...]

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Posted June 05, 2024in Belly Up To...

Francie’s

The warm, relaxing atmosphere inside Francie’s Bar and Grill creates a vibe that makes customers want to settle in for a few hours, order another drink, and maybe even an [...]

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Posted May 01, 2024in Belly Up To...

The Stuffed Olive

As the Court Avenue district seeks solutions to revitalize the area, one restaurant – The Stuffed Olive — is eager to showcase its food and drink offerings. The Stuffed Olive, [...]

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Posted April 03, 2024in Belly Up To...

Lessons learned at Middlebrook Mercantile

You won’t find a teacher or students writing their ABCs at this charming, refurbished one-room schoolhouse in Cumming, but you will see a chalk board with available house wines and [...]

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Posted March 06, 2024in Belly Up To...

The Continental

The Continental was one of the first restaurants in the up-and-coming East Village district in 2005. Known for its narrow bar, weekly jazz sessions, innovative cocktails and menu sharables, it [...]

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Posted January 31, 2024in Belly Up To...

The Cork in Johnston

When walking into a bar, an instant vibe is set off. Is it a dive or too high-end? Or does it get lost in the shuffle, trying to please everyone? [...]

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