The Stuffed Olive - Iowa City

Wonderful atmosphere, great selection of drinks and finger foods. Nice to have a quite intimate conversation or a after work get together. Over 100 drinks that you can choose additional by scanning the menu. Waiter Katlyn was very professional and knowledgeable. Her suggestion on the drinks were spot on would be visiting again.

Update: 8 months later I was here again for work. I got the almond joy martini (see new pics). Still super impressed with the talented staff. They have to remember 100+ martinis, make them quickly, do it with a smile, and are organized. Just wow. Melanie made literally the best martini I've ever had! Salted Caramel. As you drank it, the artwork still prevailed. Phenomenal. Bartenders are quick, this is a very well-run place.

Busy on a Saturday afternoon. Sat immediately and very friendly staff. The atmosphere was very unique and comfortable. We spent a few minutes figuring out menu. Very interesting martini choices and alot of them. We settled on a Margarita variation and an expresso martini. The staff was very helpful explaining the drink and food menu. We ordered seared ahi tuna and kamakazi tuna. The food arrived quickly. The plates were as expected on the smaller side. The presentation was perfect and visually appetizing. The seared tuna prepared perfectly. We could cut the tuna with a fork. The side accompanying the tuna was a rich flavor filled sticky rice. The kamakazi tuna was over the top. The flavors rich with just the right amount of heat and spice. Tuna flaked apart with a fork. Th

Cole is hands down the best bartender at The Stuffed Olive in downtown Iowa City! From the moment I walked in, he was welcoming, friendly, and made the experience outstanding. His hospitality is top-notch and absolutely the reason I’ll be coming back.

This is (sort of) a hidden gem in downtown Iowa City. Great atmosphere, fabulous martinis and the food is good, too. We went on a Monday when martinis are buy one, get one for a penny. Highly recommend the spinach artichoke dip and flatbreads. S/o to our fabulous server, Nell, for the recommendations!