A new country-themed bar is hitching itself to 118 S. Clinton St. in Iowa City.
Giddy Up, a new offering from the Iowa Ave Hospitality Group, is turning the former Pints Iowa City space into 3,850 square feet of nostalgic, country-western aesthetics with a contemporary twist. The new bar will feature a dance floor, wooden walls, a shiplap bar, and other rustic elements “that transport guests to the charm of an old-time saloon with a pop of color,” the owners said.
The menu will offer themed cocktails, high-end whiskeys and beer boots to fill with its “run-of-the-mill beer selection.”
“Giddy Up is our ode to country living, and we can’t wait to bring the unique concept to downtown Iowa City,” said owner Josh Immerfall, who is opening the new concept with general manager Nick Carroll.
Carroll owns Hatchet Jack’s in Iowa City, and Pat and Fran’s Irish Pub in Coralville. Immerfall owns Donnelly’s Pub in the Ped Mall, and Goldfinch Tap + Eatery in Marion. The duo recently renovated and opened Camp and Scout’s Honor on Iowa Avenue.
"Josh and I have always believed in bringing unique themed concepts to downtown Iowa City. Giddy Up has been a topic of discussion for two years, and we seized the opportunity when the right space became available,“ Carroll said.
Giddy Up is the recipient of Iowa City Downtown District’s CoSign grant program, which supports new and existing businesses with funding for storefront enhancements and projecting signage. Approved applicants can receive a 50 percent matching grant, up to $3,500 for signage and $2,500 for storefront enhancements.
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Giddy Up, a new offering from the Iowa Ave Hospitality Group, is turning the former Pints Iowa City space into 3,850 square feet of nostalgic, country-western aesthetics with a contemporary twist. The new bar will feature a dance floor, wooden walls, a shiplap bar, and other rustic elements “that transport guests to the charm of an old-time saloon with a pop of color,” the owners said.
The menu will offer themed cocktails, high-end whiskeys and beer boots to fill with its “run-of-the-mill beer selection.”
“Giddy Up is our ode to country living, and we can’t wait to bring the unique concept to downtown Iowa City,” said owner Josh Immerfall, who is opening the new concept with general manager Nick Carroll.
Carroll owns Hatchet Jack’s in Iowa City, and Pat and Fran’s Irish Pub in Coralville. Immerfall owns Donnelly’s Pub in the Ped Mall, and Goldfinch Tap + Eatery in Marion. The duo recently renovated and opened Camp and Scout’s Honor on Iowa Avenue.
"Josh and I have always believed in bringing unique themed concepts to downtown Iowa City. Giddy Up has been a topic of discussion for two years, and we seized the opportunity when the right space became available,“ Carroll said.
Giddy Up is the recipient of Iowa City Downtown District’s CoSign grant program, which supports new and existing businesses with funding for storefront enhancements and projecting signage. Approved applicants can receive a 50 percent matching grant, up to $3,500 for signage and $2,500 for storefront enhancements.
New cowboy bar opens in Iowa City
The new bar will feature a dance floor, wooden walls, a shiplap bar, and other rustic elements “that transport guests to the charm of an old-time saloon with a pop of color,” the owners said.
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