“Been going here for 18+ years - great place to sit on the enclosed and (occasionally) heated patio to smoke a cigar.Bartenders are friendly and the owner Bryan is working his a$$ off to make Duck a fun place to hang out.Come check it out and join the family...!“
“Great local bar. The staff really take care of you and make you feel at home. The atmosphere is great and they have many great specials. Gotta love the drink tokens! Who doesn't love getting something back for spending your money?? Wondering what I am talking about? Go to the Moose and find out for yourself, you won't be disappointed!!!“
“We didn’t order any food but our drinks were good (Matthew was our bartender he said it was his 3rd night, he did amazing and the drinks were perfect!) the music wasn’t too loud and it felt clean. Definitely definitely will be back!!! Thank you Matthew for making a fun night even better w your amazing service!“
“My husband and I recently had two good meals and at Chili's. My husband had a delicious hamburger and I had a very delicious salmon with rice pilaf and a Caesar salad. The next time we went we both got salmon. The service was super fast and efficient. The atmosphere was good. Thank you for the excellent meals.“
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“Great environment and welcoming place. Was in with my service dog Cooper. Myself and Cooper had a great night, thanks to everyone there, especially Brooke who took great care of Cooper and every guest she encountered. Hope we can all strive to be as sweet as “
“Gotta give a shout out to my friends at El Rodeo in Clive. Been going to this restaurant for years and they never disappoint. The staff is amazing and the food/margaritas are excellent! Great atmosphere and love their outdoor patio when the weather is nice. Keep up the great job, El Rodeo.“
“What an Awesome place. The Steak night is amazing it was one of the best steaks I have ever had. I met the owners they are awesome. Great service. I will be back if you have not tried there Steak night Monday and Thursdays you have to try it.“
“Nice happy hour, gorgeous aesthetic, welcoming and comfy atmosphere, very friendly and attentive staff. Loved it! (And the bathrooms are super cute and super clean!)Parking: Street parking on Ingersoll is hit or miss on availability, but side streets and small free lots are also available nearby.“
“Thank you Carlos and everyone from Toreados! I finished everything and I'm already full ? The service is very excellent and everyone is very friendly ? They didn't have Apple Pay but they will accept card numbers that still work to pay! I hope this review makes a difference and compensates for my loss!“
“The whole experience from top to bottom is an absolute “SMASH”. The bar staff, and specifically Alyssa, are top shelf. She was fun, had a good knowledge of all the beers on tap, and was never too far when you needed a refill. I’d give em 10 stars if I could!“
“The food was delicious. The atmosphere was great. HOWEVER, our server was EXCEPTIONAL. In most cases, wait staff will make or break an experience for fine dining. Charismatic, friendly, and helpful was what we got tonight. We don’t make it out to the Waukee area often but I’m so glad we did tonight! Thank you Lauren for a special night out.You went above and beyond to make our experience one that we absolutely couldn’t forget. :)“
“Fun dive bar deep into Waukee. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays, a few TVs to catch a game, darts, pool and cheap drinks. It gets really busy but the staff does a great job trying to keep the drinks flowing! They do fun events like psychics, bingo and other things every once and awhile as well. Highly recommend.“
“Stopped in for a bite to eat with some co-workers. The atmosphere was very welcoming, an at home sit down kind of place to watch sports TV. The theme through out the bar was baseball for the most part. I got a bacon burger with loaded fries, it was very delicious. If I'm back in the area I will definitely go again! The staff were very respectful and helpful for sure.“
“Average bar with room for 20 or so at bar , tv for ball games easy to see. Barmaid was pleasant. Was there on Sat at 4 pm for fundraising event for Dog rescue company. Didn't order anything to eat since they were walking around with fish , tater tots etc they were cooking out back. Didn't look out back but it looks like there's an area where you can go out there probably good for the summer months.“
“A week or so ago my family placed a large online order. My wife picked the order up and brought it home. When we got everything separated we realized some items were missing. Both my wife and I tried calling the restaurant several times due to living 20-plus minutes away but could only get a busy signal. My wife ended up going back to the restaurant. The young lady my wife spoke with was very apologetic about the entire situation and extremely kind. Despite having to go back for a couple of things, the young lady's handling of the situation and the food being great more than made up for everything. We will for sure return in the future.“
“Ninja Ramen Sushi is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience delicious Japanese cuisine in Waukee plus served with a side of hospitality. The owners, who are truly amazing people, go above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels welcomed and appreciated. Food are delicious!“
“Breakfast at the cafe , food was excellent, eggs were cooked perfect, biscuits and gravy was the best I've had anywhere. They were really busy, so, there was a wait to be seated. But, I'm not surprised, because there food is always good, and they get it right out to you when it's done, so it's still hot. Decor is bland, and the stools at counter need to be lowered.“
“Cheese Bar is my favorite restaurant. I like it for the friendly staff, excellent service, knowledgeable chef, and of course delicious food. They clearly train their people well and are all very kind and relaxed. Their food and beverages have been consistently well prepared and tasty for over 6 years. I love it!“
“Well I haven't been here in over 20 years but it hasn't changed one single bit. The dogs are still playing cards and pool on the walls and the booths are the same just a whole lot more worn. Actually the booth had a huge hole in the seat that you could see clear to the floor. The seating was missing tiles and you could see large holes in the ceiling too. It really didn't bother me because you expect this here...it was however the first time I have ever been here with the lights turned up. It definitely needs to have the light on much lower... The only other thing is the back door you have to enter from since the city removed most of the parking. It is so dangerous. The concrete is deteriorating and broken and the steps are very scary. I suspect people fall back there regularly...But over all it brought back fond memories of times long ago!!!“
“My wife and I have been stopping here for years. Many of our early dates were playing pool when it went by another name. But the current management has great people working there, the food is awesome and well priced and if you can't have a good time there... that's on you.“
“This place is a dive in all the right ways! Bartenders seem to handle a crowd well and I never wait long for a drink. I appreciate that. Tuesday open mic is always fun but loud if you are trying to visit. Might take it to the back room or out front or back. Wings on Wednesday happy hour from the Keg Stand hit the spot. Can't say more or too many people will show up. Have to leave your mark and sign the wall somewhere. Seems like everyone in town has“
“A nice little bar. Great conversations. Friendly bartenders but they'll kick you out if you're trouble. Loud music on the Touchtunes / jukebox. 5 overhead flat-screen TVs. No food served but chips are available for purchase. Might even see an occasional Amishman come in and sell naked goods.. Pool table for those so inclined. Nice little place. Come on down to sit at the bar and read a book.“
“Pizza is awesome. And for pub food, very good!! Detailed on ingredients and sauces. Sometimes gets crazy if bartender is also cooking, but Service is always on. With a smile too. Great neighborhood place. And always a game to play, like cribbage or yatzee.“
“I *never* review, but being from out of state and putting my luck and a humble experience, I found it. Dustin, the bar tend, was very kind and attentive.With awesome tunes, and a fun and entertaining staff (like old friends), I highly recommend this as your spot for Saturday night.“
“Went on Wednesday for the pizza special, buy a large specialty and get a medium two topping free! Service was fast, friendly, and interactive. Drinks were refilled in a timely, friendly m manner. Pizza is a thin cracker crust, toppings were just the right amount!“
“I stumbled upon this bar on my trip across country recently. I stopped mainly because I run a fantasy football league, with GOAT as the main theme.Got there just in time to catch the end of a football game had some great food and really rich bar staff.“
“First time there, I had the burger with Guda and bacon, Bacon was thick and caramelized, Burger was cooked exactly as I asked for it. Stake fries were alot thinner and a stake fry and crispy. Wife had the loaded nachos with Chicken, she was very impressed.. We will be back!“
“The Park Avenue Pub has been around forever, well known on the Southside of Des Moines and largely remains unchanged. Still operating under normal pub hours and participating in local pool league tournaments. If you’re looking for fancy, this is not your place. If you’re looking for an old school simple watering hole and place to grab a bite, this is it. A small group of us still get together periodically on Saturdays for sausage sandwiches and a couples beers. Always a thumbs up on the sandwiches and they are reasonably priced. Also, plenty of parking in the back.“
“This is a fun little bar if you're headed to a concert at Val Air. It's full of regulars But we didn't feel judged as outsiders as we walked in. It's an old building with a dive bar feel But there are certain things that make it feel like someone really cares. For example the drinks like screwdrivers and greyhounds are made with fresh squeezed juice, the bartender rotates the glasses, and everyone has greeted as they walk in the door. The only downside is that it's a cash only bar and the ATM was down so we had to leave.“
“Love music bingo night (free to play and cash prizes for each round), and the waitress we normally have. It’s nothing fancy, but everyone is friendly and their apps and sandwiches are really tasty. Haven’t had one we don’t like. My husband and I both like their pasta salad, really creamy.“
“Place was packed. Had the atmosphere of your favorite neighborhood establishment. The waitress recommended we join a table with another gentleman, who turned out to be a regular patron, and we had a very pleasant visit w/him. Ordered the Bubba Burger and it was excellent; especially liked the flavor of the "Sully" sauce. If we are ever in the Des Moines area again, Sully's will definitely be on our must stop list.“
“Went tonight (Thursday) for steak night. 2nd night going when TJ is grilling! Best steaks I've ever had. I'm an A1 lover but you don't need it when TJ is grilling. Will definitely be back for future steak nights. Great steaks, great drinks, and great environment!“
“The Kee downtown Waukee - breakfasts 10am-1pm on Sat/Sun. Don't chintz on this place, if you're looking for a lil dive barish breakfast. Small menu, but good food! Sausage and jalapeño breakfast pizza (I got 10"): loaded 10"or a large pizza crust with eggs, cheese, sausage, gravy and jalapenos was super good. I added more red chili flakes on top but that's personal preference. Flavor-wise it was good and was very very cheesy! Loaded potatoes: diced seasoned potatoes served with bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, toast (add 2 eggs on top, cheese, and gravy +$3. Coffee: it's from a Keurig not my personal favorite, I prefer a plain ol coffee pot cup of coffee myself. Definitely a small, fun place for breakfast that isn't overpriced, over-fancy, nor over-rated. Give it a go if you want a low-kee breakfast. -- eating breakfast at The Kee.“
“What a great vibing place. Very nice and helpful employees, decent selection of beers (about 4 on draft, more in bottles and cans), and great food. Also the patio outside overlooking the paved bike trail is great for hanging out and enjoying food company!“
“Fun dive bar experience where I even met some new friends! However, there was one bartender who was extremely rude and had an attitude any time I tried to order a drink. Definitely soured the night. My girl friends also had the same experience. However, my husband didn't have any issue so just had him order the drinks.“
“The flour taco is by far the best!!! We don't frequent often as we really can only do a date night. We have came on a weekend with kids and they enjoyed the food but really not very family friendslly with seating choices and it just the darkness. No kids meals. But if the main aspect is more of a bar I totally understand and respect that. Also the blonde bartender/server rocks it. And so friendly.“