Looking for drink specials in Coralville? Do your coworkers wanna grab drinks after work but don't want to deal with the college bar scene? Vesta's drink specials have been the go-to spot for folks from North Liberty and Cedar Rapids for years. Especially on that big patio when the weather's nice. My buddy from the insurance office next door stops by every Wednesday around 4pm for the same thing - $5 wine and some peace and quiet. Says it's the only place in Coralville where you can actually have a conversation without shouting over music.
Looking for drink specials in Coralville? Our bartenders make everything fresh – no sour mix or pre-made stuff. The seasonal cocktails change every few months, but locals always ask for our mules and martinis during
During Iowa football season, we do a special Hawkeye-themed drink specials in Coralville that folks from Iowa City drive over for. Can’t tell you what’s in it (secret family recipe), but it’s black and gold and goes down easy before games.
House cocktails include the classics done right – old fashions, margaritas, Moscow mules. Nothing fancy, just made with good liquor and fresh ingredients.
So you want something that’s coffee and cocktail at the same time? Our espresso martini’s been the surprise hit since we added it last year. Made with Kettle One vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, fresh espresso, simple syrup, and here’s the kicker – a salted caramel rim that makes all the difference.
Had a couple from North Liberty drive over last Saturday just because their friend posted a picture of it on Instagram. They ordered two more rounds and said it was better than anything they’d had in Cedar Rapids. That salted caramel rim? Total game changer.
Perfect for folks who want dessert and a drink rolled into one. Sweet enough to satisfy that after-dinner craving but strong enough to keep the conversation going. We make the espresso fresh for each one – none of that pre-made stuff.
Best part? It looks as good as it tastes. Half our customers end up taking photos before they drink it. Course, the other half are too busy enjoying it to bother with pictures.
Kettle One, Kahlua, Baileys, Espresso, Simple Syrup, Salted Caramel Rim
New Amsterdam Lemon Vodka, House-Made Cranberry Ginger Lemonade, Soda
Cedar Ridge Bourbon, Demerara Simple Syrup, Lemon, Blackberry Puree, Ginger Beer
Horse Solider Bourbon, Cinnamon, Maple Syrup, House Made Sour
Botanist Gin, Lime, Cucumber, Basil Simple Syrup, Soda
New Amsterdam Lemon, IL Tramonto, Simple Syrup, House Made Sour, Sugar Rim
New Amsterdam Mango, Cointreau, Lime, Simple Syrup, Mango Puree
Revelton Mulberry Gin, Lime, Ginger Beer
Don Fulano Tequila, Jalapeño Simple Syrup, Strawberry Puree, House Made Sour, Soda
Bacardi, Frozen watermelon Balls, Soda, Starry, Watermelon Pucker
Absolut Pears, Dr. Mcgillicuddy’s Vanilla, House Made Sour, Starry
We keep 12 beers on tap, with at least half being Iowa breweries. Big Grove, ClockHouse, Jefferson Counter Ciderworks, & Toppling Goliath are just a few of the Iowa breweries that we typically serve.
Popular Iowa taps include stuff from Cedar Rapids breweries and some seasonal selections. My neighbor who works at the university swears by our rotating IPA selection – says we get beers you can’t find other places in Coralville.
For folks who just want something cold and familiar, we’ve got the usual suspects by the bottle too. But honestly, try the Iowa beer – it’s better than you think and supports local.
The $5 wine by the glass brings our prices down to lower than what you’d pay at most chain places, except ours is actually good wine. We rotate selections often and our server can tell you which ones pair best with food if you’re staying for dinner.
During summer on the patio, the white wines move fast. Winter nights, people go for reds inside. Either way, Wednesday wine pricing makes it affordable to try something new.
hat 80-person patio fills up quick on Friday afternoons with office groups celebrating end of the work week. Perfect spot for company happy hours or just meeting up with friends without the cramped feeling you get most places.
Located right in Iowa River Landing, so you can walk around after drinks if you want. Plus parking’s way easier than downtown Iowa City, especially during football season.
Groups bigger than 8 people should call ahead at 319-338-3782. We cant hold tables during happy hour, but we can give you a heads up on busiest times to avoid.
Look, Coralville’s got plenty of places to grab a drink. But Vesta’s the spot where you can actually relax without fighting crowds or dealing with college chaos. Been the same consistent quality and prices for years now.
Whether you’re wrapping up a long day at work, meeting friends before dinner, or just want somewhere quiet to have a conversation, our happy hour themed days delivers what busy adults actually want. Good drinks, fair prices, and space to breathe.
Plus if you decide to stay for dinner afterward, you’re already in the right place. That’s how half our regulars started – came for our drink deal specials, ended up staying for the Mediterranean food, and now they’re back every week.
