Iowa City is located in the heart of the Midwest, in east-central Iowa. The city is home to the University of Iowa, which draws 29,000 students every year. Iowa City features a number of bars to accommodate the college students in the area as well as locals who are looking for a fun night out.
The Union Bar in downtown Iowa City has been listed on Playboy's list of the best parties in the United States. The bar features drink specials every night. It also has ongoing nightly events. Every Friday night, DJ Diverse takes the stage so that patrons can dance. On Saturdays, the bar features different DJs from around the country.
The Union Bar
121 E. College St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-339-4646
theunionbar.com
Vine Tavern & Eatery offers happy hour drinks specials seven days a week. For under $2, guests can choose from domestic pints and well drinks. The bar also features banquet facilities where people can host happy hour parties or holiday parties. If you get hungry, the Vine Tavern & Eatery has a full service menu. It is known for its buffalo wings and serves 10 different flavors. Vine Tavern & Eatery also serves salads, burgers and sandwiches.
Vine Tavern & Eatery
529 S. Gilbert St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-354-8767
vinetavern.com
The Summit is part restaurant, lounge and nightclub. It has a happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m., where it features $3 margaritas, frozen strawberry daiquiris, and domestic big beers. There is also an extensive drink list, with a variety of cocktails and martinis available. The Summit's lounge features three large screen televisions. There is also a dance floor upstairs. Every Wednesday night, The Summit hosts comedy acts from around the country. The Summit also offers a full menu that features salads, soups, appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, calzones and pasta.
The Summit
10 S. Clinton St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-354-7482
thesummitrestaurantandbar.com
Quinton's Bar & Deli serves a variety of domestic and imported beer. It has a happy hour everyday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., where $2 domestic beers, $3 imported beers, and $4 appetizers are available. Additional specials are offered for each day of the week. Quinton's Bar & Deli also has a full menu, which features appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches and burgers. According to the Quinton's Bar & Deli website, it is best known for its potato soup served in a bread bowl.
Quinton's Bar & Deli
215 E. Washington St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-354-7074
quintons.com
