Restaurants in Des Moines
The Best Restaurants
Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery
2301 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315Great food, great service and great employees. Something we ordered came out a little off from the kitchen and they fixed it incredibly fast. Owner came over...
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- Superb196 Reviews4.7
Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
300 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309So so good. Best place I came across in town while we were visiting. Huge menu full of burgers, fries, and milkshakes- but none of these are typical!!! Burger...
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- Superb272 Reviews4.4
Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine
1409 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311We stopped for dinner tonight after a co-worker recommended the place. The exterior was nothing special (see picture) and the parking lot was busy and...
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- Superb177 Reviews4.7
Mullets Restaurant
1300 SE 1st St #1253, Des Moines, IA 50315A solid 4. Great friendly staff and crowd. I felt the team was a little under-staffed as the service did not afford the attention you usually get. Food is...
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- Superb230 Reviews4.5
Fong's Pizza
223 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309Almost my first stop for food when going home. Fong's wasn't around prior to 2000 when I lived in WDM. But it's one of my favorite spots to eat....
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- Superb216 Reviews4.5
El Bait Shop
200 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309A bit confusing when you walk in as there's no sign, at least that I saw, that said sit where you like. We sat down in the back booth where it was...
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- Superb208 Reviews4.5
Molly's Cupcakes
215 E 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309Ok... Yeah... So I'm not sure I can't truly convey with the written word how great the cupcakes are here... Think of a holding the cutest puppy ever...
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- Superb153 Reviews4.7
Gazali's Mediterranean Grill
1205 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50311We came from out of state by the suggestion of family Fantastic food and service!! The gentleman who took our order was great! There was such a family feel to...
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- Superb210 Reviews4.7
Cheese Bar
2925 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312After waiting for over 70 minutes last Friday night, the owner apologized and gave us a gift card to make up for it! Just what I would expect from a good...
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- Superb149 Reviews4.7
Wasabi Chi
5418 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310We had an amazing experience here today. The food was absolutely wonderful and service top-notch. We were greeted promptly and kindly. On our way out, we spoke...
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- Superb171 Reviews4.6
The Stuffed Olive Des Moines
208 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309Martinis are always top notch the aioli was forgotten on the chicken sandwich this round but that's what is expected when the entire staff of cooks go on...
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- Superb193 Reviews4.5
Tursi's Latin King Italian Dining
2200 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317First of all food was delicious. We came in a little in the later side and we were put on the fast food time track. Salad and main course were our before the...
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- Superb190 Reviews4.5
The Iowa Taproom
215 E 3rd St #100, Des Moines, IA 50309Interior design and overall ambience were outstanding! Novel and "cool ". Our server Lou was attentive, engaging and added a lot to our experience....
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- Superb186 Reviews4.5
Aposto at the Scala House
644 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314How great to get back to Aposto following the pandemic, & find it remains an outstanding choice for fine dining in Des Moines, This time we both tried some new...
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- Superb139 Reviews4.7
Thai Flavors
1254 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316For some reason, my wife and I had never tried Thai Flavors in the 2+ years we've lived in Des Moines. I think it's the only Thai restaurant...
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- Superb158 Reviews4.6
The High Life Lounge
200 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309The best comfort food in town. This place is great for a neighborhood bar on the edge of downtown. The staff is always great and the food always feel like it...
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- Superb179 Reviews4.5
Louie's Wine Dive
4040 University Ave suite a, Des Moines, IA 50311Overall was a great experience, however service was not as great as other places probably would have been, especially considering they weren’t that busy!...
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- Superb202 Reviews4.4
Tasty Tacos
5847 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320Food is always good here. My favorite is the steak flour tacos and the tasty taters. Always got to get them with the hot sauce. It has been one of my favorite...
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- Superb208 Reviews4.6
The Cheese Shop
833 42nd St b, Des Moines, IA 50312Small shop with a huge selection of cheeses from around the world! If you cannot decide- guys at the counter will help you, they will let you try whatever you...
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- Superb110 Reviews4.8
Hello, Marjorie
717 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309Hidden gem! Hello Marjorie is THE perfect spot for great cocktails and conversation. The drinks are amazing, the staff is awesome and very friendly. You...
- Superb126 Reviews4.7
El Aguila Real Mexican Restaurant
4351 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310This restaurant has been trying to get into the market been in a long johns building . Then in West Des Moines but they are still great the best tongue in the...
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- Superb196 Reviews4.7
Captain Roy's
1900 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA 50313We had never been to Captain Roy's but we heard rumors it was tasty. You have to order your meal and drinks at the bar, a bit different, but we...
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- Superb125 Reviews4.7
American Restaurants
American in Des Moines
Alba Restaurant
524 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309By far the best food in Des Moines. amazing service with incredible drinks as well. I've eaten here 10 or more times and it just gets better and better....
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- Superb155 Reviews4.5
Chicago Speakeasy
1520 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313A true hidden treasure that "the locals have kept to themselves" (direct quote from one I talked to at the salad bar) From outside it's a...
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- Superb150 Reviews4.4
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Des Moines
Paesanos Pizzeria
2804 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315Carry out and delivery only right now but the food and service are top notch! Pasta Perfection! Don't forget the onion rings! Portions big enough for...
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- Superb120 Reviews4.4
Bianchi's Hilltop Restaurant
2820 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317Very friendly workers. I have never had any bad food. Ranging from a cheeseburger to their steaks. I have always had awesome food. Even when I have just done...
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- Superb126 Reviews4.3
Bordenaro's Pizza & Pasta
6108 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315Visited this spot since I had a gift card. The atmosphere was nice and the food was just as nice. Had a extra large pizza that was more than enough for two...
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- Good137 Reviews4.2
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Des Moines
El Michoacano Ice Cream and Mexican Food
2922 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310This place is so good!! They have a ton of options for food and they offer ice cream as well. I have tried numerous things on the menu but keep coming back to...
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- Superb102 Reviews4.8
Pueblo Viejo
3841 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313So good!! The red salsa has wonderful flavor and not over powering spicy. I ate the chicken mole and it was delicious. My husband ordered the Verde burrito...
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- Good155 Reviews4.1
Tequila Restaurant & Cantina
2824 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317Quite simply this is the best Mexican food in Des Moines. The drinks are superb and the food is delicious. Everything comes out piping hot and is consistently...
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- Superb110 Reviews4.6
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Des Moines
Sam's Fine Food & Egg Rolls
3300 SW 9th St UNIT 4, Des Moines, IA 50315Entrees and soup were fantastic! We had general chicken and Mongolian beef with egg drop soup and a hot and sour soup. By far best generic Chinese food I have...
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- Superb185 Reviews4.6
Hy-Vee Chinese
3221 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320- Superb79 Reviews4.8
Rolling Wok Cafe
1534 E Grand Ave E, Des Moines, IA 50316Delicious food & courteous staff. 2 had the huge bowl of pho and 1 had another type of soup. All 3 portions were huge!! Had the bubble tea with jellies due...
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- Superb116 Reviews4.5
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Des Moines
Ted's Coney Island
3020 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312Lunch Time! I have never had a Coney Gyro. So I ordered the works in a combination which included onion rings, cold slaw and a medium Dr. Pepper. The meat was...
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- Superb139 Reviews4.3
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Des Moines
Splash Seafood Bar & Grill
303 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309Splash happens to be our favorite Des Moines Restaurant and for good reason. We have never been disappointed with the food, service, and atmosphere. We brought...
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- Good146 Reviews4.1
The Seafood Trap
1552 E Grand St, Des Moines, IA 50316My door greeter / server was exceptional. Very polite, very attentive. All 3 of the servers stopped by my table to say hello, ask if there was anything needed,...
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- Superb113 Reviews4.3
Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant
1434 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316My friend was craving seafood so we stopped in and got some shrimp empanadas. They were OK but tasted a little like grease. That might be because we got there...
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- Good91 Reviews4.2
Sushi Bars
Sushi Bars in Des Moines
Akebono 515
215 10th St Suite 120, Des Moines, IA 50309I like this place. The space is nice and chill. Everything sits under dim blue light. Plenty of tables and booths. A sushi counter too.I got the katsu don and...
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- Superb141 Reviews4.4
Italian Restaurants
Italian in Des Moines
Tumea & Sons
1501 SE 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50315We completely enjoy this restaurant. We've never been dissatisfied with a meal or service. It's always busy so parking and getting seated may take...
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- Superb163 Reviews4.5
Baratta's Restaurant
2320 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315Baretta's is one of our very favorite places. Onion rings were good as per usual, my entree which was lasagna was so tasty and awesome. Thank you...
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- Superb147 Reviews4.4
Steakhouses
Steakhouses in Des Moines
801 Chophouse
801 Grand Ave STE 200, Des Moines, IA 50309Zach was a great server would go back for sure as this was only our 2nd time there in 4 years.We had a great meal for starters, main meal and dessert to go the...
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- Superb169 Reviews4.5
Jesse's Embers
3301 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312Oh my goodness! What a great small restaurant with an amazing atmosphere. My server was so helpful and friendly, stating she had worked there 14 years! The...
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- Superb135 Reviews4.4
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse
6800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321Last night we had a small gathering to celebrate our son's & daughter-in-law's wedding. The food and wine were excellent. Fantastic service!! It...
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- Good175 Reviews4.1
Vietnamese Restaurants
Vietnamese in Des Moines
Vietnam Cafe
3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310I should have taken more photos, but I couldn’t wait to dig in. Ordered the #1 chicken and #1 beef pho? ! Wow so good, I got it to go and another customer...
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- Superb102 Reviews4.5
Phở All Seasons
1311 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316This is one of the best pho soups in des moines. There are a lot of different types of soup here. The taste of the soup will bring us here again. Food will...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.3
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Des Moines
The Royal Mile
210 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309I'm thinking this is just an off day, as a lot of businesses are going to have as they gear back up. The food wasn't too great. Ordered eggs benedict...
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- Superb151 Reviews4.4
University Library Cafe
3506 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311I have driven past this place countless times and never expected to much from the looks of it. I wish I stopped by sooner! Cause I have been missing out! Nice...
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- Superb134 Reviews4.6
Sambetti's
1430 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314Place blew us away. Tim went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and satisfied. Totally changing our weekend breakfast plans that we've had for...
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- Good134 Reviews4.1
Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Des Moines
The Walnut
1417 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309Stopped in for lunch today with my better half. I never post on Yelp, but I was impressed with my experience. The food was great, the service above par, at a...
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- Superb105 Reviews4.4
Cheapseats Sports Bar
2301 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317My favorite place to go when in town and when lived there ! Loved watching them play darts and the people who worked their and very nice owners ! God Bless to...
- Superb56 Reviews4.7
Diners
Diners in Des Moines
Drake Diner
1111 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50311Our second time visiting - we aren't locals, but stay right near the diner at the HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS. We truly enjoy eating here. It was a busy Friday...
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- Good198 Reviews4.2
Clyde's Fine Diner
111 E Grand Ave Suite 111, Des Moines, IA 50309An extremely well appointed restaurant with impeccable service. What separates this place from one that I would give 5 stars is the value. I just felt that the...
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- Superb59 Reviews4.6
LJ's Burgers & Ice Cream
3702 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313Little John's has been a north Des Moines icon for at least thirty five years now. Not untill recently did they close the Diary Queen around the corner...
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- Superb110 Reviews4.3