The days ahead:
Friday Jan/31: 5pm - 8pm
Saturday Feb/01: 5pm - 8pm
Wine Down Wednesday Feb/05: 4pm - 8pm
Thursday Feb/06: 5pm - 8pm
Friday Feb/07: 5pm - 8pm
Wine Down Wednesday Feb/12: 4pm - 8pm
Thursday Feb/13: 5pm - 8pm
Wednesday to Saturday 5-6pm
Wednesdays ONLY:
Welcome to AR 1933, the newest Appanoose Rapids hospitality project in Downtown Ottumwa.
Our vision to create an American speakeasy, a cozy, quiet, and private establishment for adults to enjoy, is now fully realized !
We are proud to offer a unique experience for those seeking a break from the traditional bars and a desire to relive the golden age of cocktails.
What we are all about this time…
Appanoose Rapids 1933’s business concept was inspired by the Prohibition years (1920 - 1933), which marked a highly innovative period in US history. After researching the popularity and trends of cocktails and liquor during that era, we embarked on a journey to recreate the ambiance of an American Speakeasy, with an international flair !
Although we have primarily transformed into a 21+ drinking establishment, to provide a well-rounded outing experience, we also offer a small, tasty rotating menu featuring enough items to create the essence of a restaurant meal, including sweets! !
A new business model and a new space
AR 1933’s appealing speakeasy atmosphere calls for discretion and a level of secrecy among those of you 'in the know', as we take a distinct approach to marketing our business. We are building relationships with customers through direct text messaging, targeted event promotions, and member sponsorships, rather than relying on social media and web directories.
Our new space is located behind the Appanoose Rapids Mercantile (328 East Main St) and offers a cozy and small setting, accommodating about 35 seated guests and about 10 standing guests. Departing from the conventional restaurant table setup, our new space features leather chairs, barstools, and cocktail tables arranged in different configurations.
Come and explore
Our regular open hours are: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 5 to 8pm. To enter our establishment use the rear entrance of the 328 East Main St building, marked “employees only”, facing the Jefferson Street parking lot. If our Mercantile is open you may also enter through our East Main St entrance.
Visit our questions page to stay ‘in the know’.