Benola's Pub & Patio

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Yup! Just tapped and perfect for a sunny Saturday on the patio, Cheers!

We are pleased to announce that Pinchey Lake Lime Lager will be featured on tap at The Pleasantville Pig out through North End Tavern and is also now available at Benola's Pub & Patio. Try it today. North End Tavern Benola's Pub & Patio

06/06/2026

Sunday June 7th is Baxter Rural Fire Departments Hog Roast!! Benolas kitchen will close at 4 bar will be open until 7 😀. Let’s support our volunteers 💚

06/06/2026

Awesome event happening tomorrow, grab some lunch from this crew and check out the scenery, Cheers!

We are serving the lunch.

06/04/2026

We love being able to host this group a few times a year for lunch! Always great conversations, story telling and more! See you next time!❤️Nancy Foreman

06/03/2026

Wednesday Bike Night - $9 Pulled Pork Sandwich w/ Potato Salad along with our full menu, free jukebox all night! Cheers.

Thursday is Steak Night, 8oz NY Strip/Potato/Salad - best deal around for $14.95

06/03/2026

This is such a fun event! Tony Bohenkamp will be playing on the Benola's Pub & Patio! Lots of fun events in town as well! Stay tuned for the Baxter Fun Days full schedule of events!

The 2026 Hillbilly Bike Ride is coming up soon!

📅 Saturday, July 11th 2026

🚴 This annual event loved by loyal CVT riders and visitors from all over Iowa is a full day of fun spanning from Bondurant, Mingo, and Baxter - plus the return route!

This ride is FREE and is a go at your own pace cruise. Start in Bondurant and ride all the way, or pick your favorite trailhead along the CVT and joy ride. Check out the event for more information: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ECYSPJiPK/

📍 Bondurant: July 11th - City of Bondurant, Iowa Government Blues, Brews, & BBQ from 5PM - 10PM

📍 Mingo: July 11th Mingo Hometown Pride's Hillbilly HeART Festival 9AM - 5PM

📍 Baxter: Baxter Fun Days July 9th - 12th Program Times Vary

06/02/2026

Tuesday dinner is covered, if you're feeling the taco spirit!

06/01/2026

Excited about this, going to be a great summer on the trail, cheers!!

🚲 Something BIG is coming to the Chichaqua Valley Trail this summer!

Introducing the 2026 Inaugural Edition of the Chichaqua Valley Trail Passport. This is a limited-edition trail experience designed to connect riders with local businesses across Bondurant, Mingo, and Baxter - all while supporting trail efforts!

📣 Only 250 copies will be printed for the inaugural year. Offers expire December 31st, 2026!

✔ Exclusive offers from local businesses
✔ Destinations along the trail we know you will love
✔ A fun way to explore the CVT all summer long

🗺 Ride to participating locations, redeem your offers, collect your passport stamps, and see how many stops you can complete before the season ends.

📍 Launching on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 during the Hillbilly Bike Ride
📍 Available for purchase in Bondurant, Mingo, and Baxter
💲 Passport Price: $22

This inaugural edition is more than a coupon booklet - it’s a celebration of Iowa trail culture, small towns, and local adventure!

🙌 This project was made possible by several local sponsors including our Presenting Sponsor Iowa Bicycle Coalition!

✅ Like and follow along for more project updates, sponsor shout-outs, programming announcements, and more from the Friends of The Chichaqua Valley Trail Non-Profit Organization

05/31/2026

What a great day for a grad party on the Patio! It was fun celebrating with you Cael Wishman! Good luck next year! 💜.