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The Lift is a bar in Dubuque, IA.

The Lift Review Summary

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The Lift, located at 180 Main St, is a popular spot for a night out, offering a wide selection of drinks and a lively atmosphere. Reviewers praise the friendly bartenders and extensive cocktail menu, making it a great spot for groups and special occasions.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.8/5

OpenTable: 4.7/5

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Tim Adams
Tim Adams -Google user
6 years ago
First time at The Lift yesterday, had heard great things, and it didn't disappoint. My band played last night, and from the time we walked in, until we left - we were impressed by the owner and staff. There are two main areas: bar side...Read More
Henry Haas
Henry Haas -Google user
9 months ago
Great local music venue. Lots of imports on draft beers. Basement like atmosphere Price per person $10–20
Charity Faith
Charity Faith -Google user
a year ago
Can be hard to find. Entrance is in Vinny’s restaurant. Nice beer selection and good pours on cocktails. Price per person $10–20 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4
B Eide
B Eide -Google user
4 months ago
Went to The Lift to listen to my son's band, Rafterbat. The atmosphere was cozy, dark, basement vibes with lots of visual appeal and interesting nooks and crannies to hang out in with pool and darts available. The people were chill, and bartender knew his...Read More
RJM
RJM -Google user
6 months ago
Great selection of on- tap beers. Check out the music groups. Lively crowd. Don't miss it. Price per person $10–20 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3
Sara Tuck
Sara Tuck -Google user
a year ago
This is the place that was the place over a decade ago & is now filled with aging alcoholics holding onto their former lives, still preteding they are cool. The owner is a creep. Like, next level creep who no one should support ever. Sound...Read More
Ryan Reger
Ryan Reger -Google user
6 months ago
Great spot for live music. Small venue, but very comfortable. Atmosphere: 5
Jennifer Griffin
Jennifer Griffin -Google user
2 years ago
We are from MO and where looking for a nice quite bar. It was a Sunday they had live music but we could still have a nice conversation without yelling. The bartender was great. So wish I bought a shirt. But it was agreat time.
Chris Huisman
Chris Huisman -Google user
a year ago
This place has the flavors of an underground tortoise fight club in an early 1980s Lithuanian viešnamyje and festively embellished with pretty betchun multiverse atomic age jazz groups. Price per person $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Michael Nakashima
Michael Nakashima -Google user
a year ago
The Lift in Dubuque is excellent! Great staff, the bar is fun and has it's own style. You're in the heart of the best part of Downtown. If you're in Dubuque you should visit The Lift. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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