On Today’s Episode: Anna and Charlie are joined by the legendary duo David Stein and Aaron Jennings, co-owners of Micky’s Irish Pub & Grill, for a conversation packed with flavor and local lore. They dive into what makes Micky’s an Iowa City staple, from its historic bar dating back to the 1850s to its irresistible menu featuring “eggs benny” and their infamous hand-cut fries and homemade ranch.
David and Aaron share how they’ve expanded Micky’s to North Liberty and Davenport, built an exceptional team with longtime staff members who have been there for over a decade, and the story of how they almost bought a firetruck along the way. Plus, fresh off their People’s Choice win for best mixology at this year’s Top Chef: Downtown, they reflect on what keeps Micky’s at the heart of the community.
This episode also highlights a few important local updates including the 21 S. Linn St. Redevelopment Project that is moving forward.
This new podcast is presented in partnership between the Iowa City Downtown District and the Corridor Business Journal, and is produced and distributed by Upload Media Group.
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