Proudly Serving Des Moines Since 1984
Home of the Halfie
Proudly Serving Des Moines Since 1984
Home of the Halfie
About Us
A Beaverdale Tradition Since 1984
Cooney’s Tavern is the anchor of North Beaverdale. An Irish bar since 1984 and every day since - it is the home of the coldest draught beer in the area.
Some say it is like a neighborhood “Cheers.” Others just call it their favorite bar. Anyway you see it Cooney’s is a casual neighborhood place. No pretense, no dress code, no fancy shots or Jagermeister, and no credit cards accepted. Just great service, cold beer and cocktails in a smoke free environment.
Cooney’s is a place to meet old friends and make new ones. Known for it’s “regulars” it is a great place for meeting friends, conversation and an occasional sporting event on one of the five televisions.
Friendly bartenders, fresh popcorn and an outstanding Bloody Mary make Cooney’s a place to call “Your Bar.” Open at 2 PM weekdays and noon on the weekend - closing time is 2 AM and Brian say’s “that’s it!”
For an enjoyable time check us out at 3708 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA - that’s north Beaver Avenue!
Background
Cooney’s is a locally owned tavern well known and loved by the Beaverdale neighborhood. Your host Brian Cooney is there to greet you at @ 2 PM on weekdays and noon on weekends and there to announce last call. As he is known to say....”remember, we’re open until 2.”
Known for an Irish Pub feeling you’ll be immersed in a history of politics, local places and Drake University Athletics as the walls are filled with hundreds of photos and news clippings. The street signs from Ireland and the stained glass windows from the old Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Beaverdale round out this wonderful atmosphere.
Heralded as one of “Cityview Magazine’s” Best Bloody Mary’s in Des Moines this unique blend is always served with a beer back. Fresh popcorn is served along with great conversation and an occasional fiery discussion about politics or sports.
You never know who you’ll see at Cooney’s, from the afternoon regulars to local media and and every once in awhile a candidate for President of the United States.
Make Cooney’s “Your Bar!”
Bar Towel Notes
Cooney’s Lesson in Life #1 ....
There is no such thing as “I’ll meet you at Cooney’s for one.”
Cooney’s Lesson in Life #2 ....
You can’t have a second without a first.
Cooney’s Lesson in Life #3 ....
It’s not the last drink that got you, it’s the first. (see lesson #2).
Cooney’s Lesson in Life #4 ....
Be Good or Be Gone!
Most Popular Drink ....
One More!
Your Host: Brian Cooney
Ambiance: Casual, Relaxed
Food Served: Popcorn (Not During COVID-19)
Green Beer: NEVER
ATM: Yes • Credit Cards Not Accepted
Dart Room: Yes
Photo Gallery
Videos Filmed at Cooney's
"Heaven To Me (Cooney's)"
Ed Kelly
"On St Patrick's Day"
The Nadas
Cooney's Tavern Shout Out
Chris Hassel
Cooney's Connections
Cooney's Gear
Kelly Green Shamrock Cap
One Size Fits Most @ $25 Available at Cooney's
Beaverdale Cap
One Size Fits Most @ $25. Available at Cooney's
Cooney's Mask
Two-Sided Mask w/ Cooney's Log Screen-printed in W
Cooney's Black Cuffed Beanie
Solid ribbed knit cap features an acrylic yarn cuf
Beaverdale Hooded Sweatshirt
Available in Small - XXL @ $45.
Cooney's Hooded Sweatshirt
Available in Small - XXL @ $45.
Getting here
Where good friends meet!
Hours
Open today | 12:00 pm – 02:00 am |
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