Embracing the spirit of the season takes on a whole new meaning with these charming, heated bubbles. Here are some of the cutest igloo dining experiences to try out in Iowa.
[Originally posted December 2022.]
Treehouse Pub & Eatery
Bettendorf
While many restaurants embraced the igloo dining trend as a result of COVID, Treehouse Pub & Eatery was actually way ahead of the curve, having introduced their own interpretation on igloo dining way back in winter of 2019. The private, heated igloos provide a wintery escape from the brisk outdoor temperatures, all while serving cozy seasonal fare for an elevated (and totally festive) dining experience. For more information, visit www.treehouseqc.com.
Barn Town Brewing
West Des Moines
Des Moines‘ own Barn Town Brewing takes igloo dining to a whole new level. With four private, heated igloos—which can be reserved from November through March—boasts a “cabin feel decor,” all while serving up some of the brewing spot’s most delicious bites and spirits too. Each igloo seats up to eight people. When you book the wintry dining experience, you will select food that will be waiting in your igloo when you arrive. For more information, visit www.barntownbrewing.com.
Tin Roost
North Liberty
Tin Roost is home to four private igloos with lounge-style seating for eight to 12 guests (festive lighting and a heater round out the holiday ambience). Also, the BIGLOO is back, which is a giant, 20-ft. igloo! Each Tin Roost igloo boasts its own cozy, festive theme, too. The restaurant also offers a special Family Igloo Night Package for $100, featuring hot cocoa, soft drinks, cheeseburgers, doughnut holes and more for the whole group. For more information, visit www.tinroost.com.
LP Streetfood
Cedar Rapids
Enjoy the festivities of the cozy season all season long with LP Streetfood’s outdoor igloo dining offerings—which includes festive lighting, charming decor, an electric fireplace and a Bluetooth speaker, plus a number of flavorful food and drink offerings (like cheese fondue or spiked apple cider). Each igloo accomodates up to eight guests. For more information, visit www.lpstreetfood.com.