Dive Bars & Roadhouses

Whether you are cruising the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway on a motorcycle or enjoying a scenic drive in your car, these dive bars and roadhouses are great places to relax and enjoy great good, cold drinks, and friendly company.

Plan your road trip on the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway using the Explore the Byway page.

Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse

Photo: Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse

Located near Smithland, Buffalo Joe’s Roadhouse is known for its fun, laid-back dining experience and its creative menu that is made with the freshest local ingredients available.

Buffalo Joe's is a great place to rest after exploring the Stagecoach Loop, Smokey Hollow Loop, and southern Woodbury County.

"Perfect stopping point for your motorcycle ride through the hills on a nice day."

"I absolutely love this place! The food is amazing and I'm always given a warm welcome when I walk in the door. Best BBQ around and their macaroni & cheese is phenomenal!"

Reviews: Google Maps

The Mile Away Hall & Tavern

Photo: The Mile Away Hall & Tavern

The Mile Away is a family-owned bar and grill located on Old Lincoln Highway just north of Council Bluffs.

Their menu is filled with juicy burgers, delicious phillys, tasty sandwiches, wings, fresh salads, and weekly food specials that are sure to satisfy!

Looking for an event space? The Mile Away has a large event hall that is perfect for any occasion, with seating for up to 125 guests.

Feeling bored? Visit for a variety of live music events, karaoke Fridays, bingo, recreational horseshoe & volleyball leagues, and much more!

Divide Hill Roadhouse

Photo: Divide Hill Roadhouse

Divide Hill Roadhouse is located on the Loess Hills Scenic Byway near Castana in Monona County. It is the perfect destination for your scenic drive or motorcycle cruise.

"You have to want to get to the Divide Hill Roadhouse since it's located in the middle of nowhere, but it's well worth the trip. Local hangout with good food and cold beer."

"Perfect destination eatery for someone riding in the Loess Hills area near here. It’s smack dab in the middle of about nowhere."

"Drove over an hour just to eat there. Only my second time but both times i have been completely blown away by how good the food is."

Reviews: Google Maps

Meg's Burger & Brew

Photo: Meg’s Burgers & Brew

Located right on the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway as it passes through the town of Tabor, Meg’s is a local favorite, offering high quality bar food and some of the best burgers in the area.

Along with standard bar fare, Meg’s has delicious daily lunch and dinner specials including prime rib, chicken and noodles and fantastic fried chicken. Find out more by visiting their Facebook page.

"Food is good old home cookin'. And the staff is very friendly."

"Meg's Burgers and Brew in Tabor, IA is a great place for fun with friends, food and drinks served by an attentive and caring staff, and live music!"

Reviews: Google Maps

Hummers Roadhouse Bar & Grill

Photo: Hummer's Roadhouse

Hummer's Roadhouse Bar & Grill is located along scenic Highway 12 in Westfield. Hummer's has been in business for 15 years serving up great food and good times to its many regular customers.

Customers come in for nightly food specials including hot, freshly baked pizzas and broasted chicken in the restaurant or for takeout. If your wanting a cold refreshing beverage, you can choose from either beer or root beer in a frosty 25 oz mug called a "Hummer". When the warm weather comes, you can have your Hummer on the back patio and throw some shoes.

"We had a wonderful time after a day long Motorcycle ride. It was our last stop and the pizza was delicious!"

Reviews: Google Maps