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The Boat House Pool hall in Johnston, IA

3.9★★★★☆ 211 Google reviews

TournamentsOpen late

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7695 NW Beaver Dr
Johnston, IA 50131

Call (515) 253-9404

Directions theboathouseia.com

Monday12 PM – 2 AM
Tuesday12 PM – 2 AM
Wednesday12 PM – 2 AM
Thursday12 PM – 2 AM
Friday12 PM – 2 AM
Saturday12 PM – 2 AM
Sunday12 PM – 10 PM

Hours from Google, shown in local time. Confirm before you go.

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Kind Pool hall Google lists it as a pool hall
Google rating 3.9 ★
Reviews 211
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The Boat House, pool hall in Johnston, IA
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The Boat House is a pool hall at 7695 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA. It has a 3.9-star rating from 211 Google reviews.

What the reviews and website show

Each item is listed only with its proof: a sentence from a 4- or 5-star Google review, the place's own website, or how often reviews mention it.

  • Tournaments

    “Definitely worth a visit and the pool tournament is fun on Friday nights”— from a Google review

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  • Full bar

    “Perfect little place to be close to home 🥹love the atmosphere and they have a great bartender who works Sunday and Monday evenings super friendly I love the place.”— from a Google review

    Mentioned 16 times in reviews.

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  • Open late

    Per its Google hours: open past midnight 6 nights a week (latest close 2 AM).

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What players say

Stopped in after a day of biking in the area. Friendly atmosphere and was greeted at the bar. Popcorn, pretzels and snack mix available along with low priced drinks.

★★★★★ Larry, Oct 2019

The Boat House is a Johnston staple and I am happy it’s my hometown bar. The bar is always full of locals and it’s always a good time. Also, the prices are very reasonable. If you haven’t been to the Boat House, swing by, get a drink and take a quick mirror selfie to let people know you’re supporting a Johnston staple.

★★★★★ John, Dec 2022

This place was a great little dive bar in a great location the people there were amazing very friendly and welcoming. Great job! Steak night is definitely a must it was so good big meal and cheap.

★★★★★ Christy, May 2025

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