DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa State Fair Board is getting closer to finding a new operator for the open Steer ‘N’ Stein location.

On Tuesday, Feb. 18, the Board is hosting a special meeting to listen to the following proposals:

• 1:00 pm — Lucky’s on Grand 
• 1:30 pm — Blue Ribbon Bar and Eatery 
• 2:00 pm — Lucky’s Hideout 
• 2:30 pm — Kenny’s Place 
• 3:00 pm — Lucky Leprechaun 
• 3:30 pm — D Gee’s 
• 4:00 pm — Sham Rocks

The State Fair received 27 proposals to operate the Steer ‘N’ Stein space after opting not to welcome back the former ownership group. Michael Krantz is accused of not paying several Steer ‘N’ Stein employees after the 2024 fair.

Iowa State Fair spokeswoman Mindy Williamson says the decision on the replacement will be made on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at the regular Iowa State Fair Board meeting. That begins at 1:00 p.m. at the Administration Building at the fairgrounds.