The Public House & Lounge

Jefferson, IA · Restaurant

Rating
4.1/5
★★★★☆ 4.1
Reviews
20
Rank in Jefferson
#7
of 23 restaurants
City Percentile
46%
rating percentile
Address
The Public House & Lounge, 123 N Chestnut St, Jefferson, IA 50129
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

The Public House & Lounge is a restaurant located in Jefferson, IA. It is one of 23 restaurants listed in Jefferson. Its 4.1-star rating is slightly below the Jefferson city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #7 of 23 restaurants in Jefferson. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About The Public House & Lounge

Welcome to The Public House & Lounge. A new restaurant and cocktail lounge tucked right into the heart of downtown Jefferson, Iowa. We’re bringing bold flavors, well made drinks, and a space that feels like something you’d stumble into in a bigger... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–1 AM
Sunday11 AM–4 PM
Monday11 AM–10 PM
Tuesday11 AM–10 PM
Wednesday11 AM–10 PM
Thursday11 AM–11 PM
Friday11 AM–1 AM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Melinda Hinners · Feb 2026

Great atmosphere and service. Staff was friendly and attentive. Food was great. Ham ball tots are amazing and my grandson loves his kid's meal pizza. Can't wait for a full menu soon.

★★★★★ 5.0 Deb McDonald · Feb 2026

The Public House & Lounge is truly a gem! The owners are welcoming and genuinely care about their guests, which you can feel the moment you walk in. They also make a real effort to support our community by sourcing as much as they can locally — something that makes dining here feel even better. The staff is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel right at home. The food is absolutely wonderful — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared every time. And the atmosphere? Comfortable, inviting, and perfect whether you’re stopping in for a casual meal or celebrating something special. We’re so lucky to have such a great local restaurant in our community. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Pat Fagen · Mar 2026

First time there last night. The place is beautiful. We had a great waitress, very attentive. It did take awhile to get food but we had great company so it was okay! The food was very very good. I was surprised no entrees but that was okay. This might have been the best fish I have ever had. The appetizers were a 10 out of 10. Yes I would highly recommend eating here. We will be back

★★★★★ 5.0 Daniel Nguyen · Jan 2026

Good food, great atmosphere, excellent staff. Will definitely return!

★★★★★ 5.0 Kelley Gray · Mar 2026

The atmosphere is awesome- it's so nice to be able to go have a drink or dinner in a fun place! I've always been happy with my service and food! Check it out.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Fireplace ✓ Live Music ✓ Sports ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Alcohol ✓ Cocktails ✓ Comfort Food ✓ Dessert ✓ Seating

Services

RestaurantBarCocktail barLive music barLounge bar

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