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Bar & grill in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

What should I order at Pub 217?

4.5 1,173 reviews $10 to 20 55 skippers

What to order

  1. 🥇

    Burgers

    Most frequently praised overall; multiple reviews call the burgers huge, juicy, quality beef, and especially highlight the 217 Pub Burger and Hot N' Creamy Burger as standout choices.

  2. 🥈

    French Dip

    Recommended several times for being phenomenal, fantastic, and especially good with homemade chips on the side.

  3. 🥉

    Spin Dip

    Repeatedly praised as a must-try appetizer, with reviewers saying it was delicious, amazing, and highly recommended.

  4. 4

    Pretzels

    Mentioned positively with homemade beer cheese dip; reviewers enjoyed them as a fresh, tasty snack.

  5. 5

    Hot N' Creamy Burger

    Specifically singled out as ridiculously good and one of the best burger picks at the restaurant.

  6. 6

    Fried Pickle Spears

    Called some of the best ever, with a flavorful house-made batter and strong dill taste.

  7. 7

    Homemade Chips

    Frequently complimented as a great side, especially alongside the French Dip, with reviewers loving the thin waffle-style chips.

  8. 8

    Pretzel Bites

    Praised as a fast-disappearing appetizer that was so good it got eaten immediately.

Details

Location

217 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52401, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday 11 AM to 12 AM
Wednesday 11 AM to 12 AM
Thursday 11 AM to 2 AM
Friday 11 AM to 2 AM
Saturday 11 AM to 12 AM
Sunday 11 AM to 12 AM

About Pub 217

Neighborhood haunt with handcrafted burgers & ample beers, plus weekend brunch & TVs showing sports.

Amenities

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking

Frequently asked

What is Pub 217 known for?

Pub 217 is best known for its burgers, especially the 217 pub burger and other big, juicy burgers, along with pretzel bites served with homemade beer cheese dip. Reviewers also repeatedly call out the hot dogs, homemade chips, and dips as standout items, with many noting the portions are large for the price.

What dishes are most recommended at Pub 217?

The most recommended dishes include the 217 pub burger, the Big Burger, French dip with homemade chips, pretzel bites with beer cheese, and fried pickle spears. Reviewers also praise the Spin Dip, mozzarella sticks, chicken strips, and sweet potato fries, often mentioning that the food tastes fresh and arrives in generous portions.

What is the atmosphere like at Pub 217?

Pub 217 has a casual, cozy, and trendy bar-and-grill feel with TVs showing sports and a bar that draws groups, college students, and tourists. Reviewers describe it as a good fit for lunch, weeknight dinners, date night, or solo drinks and food, with music getting louder at night.

Is Pub 217 good value, and what is the price range?

Pub 217 is in the $10 to $20 price range, and reviewers frequently call the prices very reasonable. People mention getting huge burgers, large hot dogs, and filling appetizers like pretzel bites and Spin Dip without feeling overcharged, and some note leftovers after splitting a burger and appetizer.

When is the best time to visit Pub 217?

Weeknights and earlier lunch hours tend to be easier visits, while reviewers say service can slow down when it is busy. One review also notes food is available until 1 AM, and another recommends it before concerts near The Powerhouse or Paramount.

Is parking available at Pub 217?

Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking is available.

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