After traveling the world and experiencing different whiskeys and musical genres, we decided to make our way back and bring our journey home to Iowa. But the challenge was also providing a dining atmosphere than could coexist with a live music bar. Not many exist and most bars with music lack food and most traditional restaurants lack a full entertainment option.
Warm spot for comfort grub alongside whiskey drinks, beers & wine, plus live music. Based on 611 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
2510 SW White Birch Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023
Phone: (515) 965-1261
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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed
Holiday hours
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| Tuesday | 4–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–11 PM |
| Thursday | 4–11 PM |
| Friday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 4 PM–12 AM |
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Reservations: thewhiskeyhouse.net
Reviews
M Nemmers
Wow first visit, my wife and I were thoroughly entertained. Were able to have a couple nice Old Fashioned and see live music . Our server Megan was right on time. Not a pain but always close when we need another round. I would recommend for sure.
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Wade Krieg
I have been a regular musical entertainer at The Whiskey House for more than 5 years now, as well as a patron. Both ends of the experience have been excellent for me, my fellow bandmates and our followers. The food is great and the staff attentive and courteous, and the atmosphere is always conducive to a wonderful evening of music and fun for us and all who join us–see the photo taken just last night! Highly recommended!
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David Johnson
The food quality did not match the price. Their signature drinks were heavy on the alcohol which was not appropriate to the style that they were trying to match. The highest-end Bourbons served neat were perfect.
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Domanic Jordan
Jeff is an amazing bartender! Great drinks and good food. Can’t beat the drink selection and the creativity of the bartender to try new things!
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Nikki B
Service was good. We started as a group ordering drinks. Whiskey bar that was out of Jameson. After the group event we hung around for dinner. Burgers were really good, but rook forever to get. But were hot out of the kitchen. Just don’t be in a hurry if you go there is my suggestion
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Doug Shellenberg
The whiskey house is one of my sons and my favorite places to go. The atmosphere is awesome, the staff is courteous, professional, and friendly. Nikki and Jeff are always at the top of their game. Both remember what we like and make suggestions accordingly.
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Anastasia Peterson
Cool joint with great food, great whiskey and live music! The burger, duck fries & fettuccini Alfredo were excellent! My favorite drinks were the whiskey sour and stave & stout (sweet smooth bourbon with notes of cherries & chocolate).
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David Dugas
My wife and I visited for her birthday. The atmosphere was calm and welcoming. The duck fries were like a hug from the inside out. The Mac and cheese with added chicken & bacon was amazing. The chicken parmesan sandwich was fresh, sweet, crunchy and spiced well. Drinks were delicious an old well-balanced. Priced was fair and live music was great.
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Ali Bassler
This is by far our favorite spot for date night. Live music, awesome staff, customized drinks and the Brussel sprouts dish was unexpectedly delicious! The desserts are tasty. For 2 – $$-$$$
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Valerie Kane
Not a favorite of mine any time I’ve came, which is only to what I’ve done, & continue to do for 12+ years every weekend. That is to support & freely promote our local musicians. The atmosphere here has always been a feeling of, either you fit in to the, (I’m better & above people) minded, or, like myself, NOT one of the, what I call (plastic people)! Very cliquish atmosphere, service is not terrible, but not great either! A extremely confined space, with a extremely small stage for the live music. Dancing is obviously not welcome, or is it even possible here! Two rows of tables, that are so close to each other, the bartenders have more space to move in than anywhere on the customers side of the bar. Prices are ridiculous, in comparison with most other live music venues, which I frequent most of. I will most likely never have a personal review as far as food here, because I don’t wish to try & eat a meal where the person’s elbow from the table next to me is all but, unintentionally, in my face just attempting to eat their food.
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