Grumpy Goat Tavern - Ankeny

Solid bar & grill with a fairly large & diverse menu. Generally, the food is pretty good. Recently edited/changed my review from 4-stars to 3-stars. The last few times I've been in, they have seemed short-staffed and I can't remember the last time I saw the upstairs outdoor patio open (I assume due to staff shortages). In fact, the last time I was here, I sat at a table for about 15 minutes surrounded by other tables with dirty/uncleared dishes, and never saw any staff. Eventually just walked out and went somewhere else. I'll give them another try down the road, but I hope they get their stuff figured out, as it is a nice building & location.

Absolutely wonderful time. Visited for brunch before heading home to Missouri. They had a one man band playing and he was absolutely delightful to listen to at brunch during a cloudy rainy Sunday over breakfast. They had a bloody Mary and mimosa bar. (can't remember the prices) and our waitress was very attentive to us as her customers. Food was so awesome. And it was very hard to choose which breakfast I wanted because everything on the menu sounded sooooo good. The bloody Mary was to die for. Stop in if your in town. Well worth it.

I'm not sure what all the Karens and highfalutin egos that complained about this place were expecting, but all their complaining reviews almost kept us from trying this place. I'm glad we came. Food quality was amazing, prices are decent considering the inflation we have right now, and the drink options were great. Sat on the patio and had a great time. Will definitely be back. If you are actually from Iowa you will like this place.