Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
8/16/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room
1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240-4507
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
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5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.6% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.6% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.4% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.6% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.2% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 6.9% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
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Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
8/11/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/12/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room FAQs
Is Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room dog friendly?
Yes. Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room is dog friendly in Iowa City, including patio seating.
Does Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room?
Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room lists outdoor patio seating in Iowa City, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.
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