Restaurants in Des Moines

SIMON'S

After reading the reviews and getting a raving recommendation I would have loved to give this place 5 stars however… We arrived almost 30 minutes before...

Francies

We have always been happy with the food and service at Francie's. Small place with a small menu but the food is great and the wait staff is very friendly...

Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers

Cool spot next to Drake University. Loved the exposed brick and decor. Nice old school bar, too. Plenty of beer/liquor choices and great service. Give me more...

Fong's Pizza

This is such a unique place that we couldn’t miss it while we were in town. It did not disappoint! Do not leave without trying the crab Rangoon pizza!! ? It...

Dough Co. Pizza

First time was definite "A CHARM." I had the 14" SUPREME. OMG it was Sooooooo GOOD!!!!! When I got back to car w/pizza, I just had to try a...

Sonny's Pizza Bistro

One of our favorite pizza and Italian places to eat. Small dining room inside, and it fills up fast. When the weather is nice there is also a patio. Prices are...

El Michoacano Taqueria

I went there twice just to confirm that this is the best food I've had in a long, long time. I got the Asada Mexi-Gyro with crinkle fries both times. Best...

Tacos Degollado

Like the different types of meat, was ready fast even though I ordered about 4 different kinds of meat. They have seats but sometimes there are lots of people...

El Aguila Real Mexican Restaurant

I really enjoyed the restaurants design. They had really colorful artwork and it was pleasing to the eyes. The food came out very quickly and I got a lot for...

Sam's Fine Food & Egg Rolls

I had THE best experience here! I travel a lot and try to go to the mom and pap restaurants and this place was sooooo good! The lady at the front was the...

Hy-Vee Chinese

Shang Yuen

Service was quick (order ready when I walked in), friendly, and got me exactly what I wanted. Unlike some other Chinese restaurants, this food felt more real!...

Ted's Coney Island

I visited it from the first time I'm from Texas and that sure was a mighty fine hamburger with the fries and onion rings when I come back to visit...

Chick-fil-A

Fast, friendly and personal. I love how they get your name and treat you like a friend. I know it’s not always easy but they make it look easy. Thanks for...

B-Bop's

Reasonable prices, the food is good and are relatively well sized to leave you well satisfied. There can be a bit of a wait during the weekends, but...

Wasabi Chi

Wasabi chi never disappoint. Staffs were friendly and the food were really good. I ordered sushi and sashimi and it was super good. Green salad and squid salad...

Oh Sushi

very nice and clean establishment. very attentive staff. large amount of sushi choices. my favorites were the Bronco, Royal California, and Anger Management...

Haiku

I reviewed Haiku near to when it opened, about eight years ago. My favorite dining companion also had a bad experience there, separate from mine, but around...

Lucky Lotus

Gluten free/dairy free? You can eat so many items on the menu! Lucky Lotus is consistently delicious, accessible for folks on special diets, and interesting....

Thai Flavors

Great ambience and great food. Generous portions. Got my noodles mild and my partner got his medium and we were struggling with the heat. I eat spicy food from...

Aroy-Dee Restaurant

Wow! So glad we took a leap of faith and tried this place. The pho was amazing and the serving sizes were filling and then some. We ordered our pho to go so...

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

This has to be the best burger in Des Moines. Love the theme-decor, the waitress was outstanding, the burger menu was so creative and food came out so...

TMC Chrome Cafe

Walked in the cafe on Sunday morning and was not aware that it was closed. I met this beautiful spirited woman named Marie and she actually stopped what she...

300 Burger

Grub hub order here, I would be extremely disappointed if I had to order via an app in person, js. I had cheese curds, some kind of dill dipping sauce, salad,...

Aposto at the Scala House

We visited Aposto during Restaurant Week and had a lovely 3 course dinner. We both had the the short rib for the first course- absolutely tender and delicious!...

Noah's Ark Restaurant

Best pizza I had in a long time. The other pizza places are all mast production and and tast like it. We also ordered spaghetti and was also very good. Thank...

Centro

This place has amazing options for vegetarians and vegans. The veggie burger here is honestly the best I've ever had in 13 years of vegetarianism and...

Jesse's Embers

Wonderful service and got treated like family even though it was my family's first time. The filet mignon, New York strip and the ribeye were all...

801 Chophouse

Only complaint is it was too loud in there. If you consider loud music and dozens of people talking loudly "vibrant and hip", then you're good to go. But I...

Chicago Speakeasy

This is very great place for cocktails (8-9$) and steaks (28$ and up for 12 oz)Their salad bar is awesome you can go there unlimited times. Just make sure you...

Manhattan Deli

Austin the manager took care of my order the other day, he was so helpful polite and generous. My sandwich was perfect, he accommodated every one of my needs...

McAlister's Deli

Their Hours have recently changed and i was unaware, so our online order got pushed to the next day. I called the store and they were beyond helpful, and so...

Jersey Mike's Subs

Jersey Mike's has extremely good cold cuts that they slice to order. The sub roll was fresh and great tasting. I enjoyed my meal and plan on returning...

Rico's at Drake

Wing are bomb!!!!! Crab Rangoon are delicious!!!!! Mac and Cheese was perfect. I ordered delivery when I got my wings they were still hot and omg I had to stop...

Chicken Heat

Order via DoorDash for lunch and even with it getting delivered the bun was fresh, the breading was super crispy, and the fries were fantastic. Hard to find...

Wingstop

Even though they were busier than heck. Everything seemed to run smoothly the staff was very nice to my wife and I and the manager was great. Very good wings...

Miyabi 9

Fantastic experience. I hadn't been here since before the pandemic and finally got around to trying it again, and it was just as good as I remembered. Our...

W-Tao Sushi

Delicious cocktail menu, very friendly service, nice little atmosphere. The food was great- as you can see I ate a lot of it before getting a box to go, but we...

Akebono 515

I am not a sushi guy by all means; however, my friends are. They guys accommodated my meal and cooked up some crab into my roles. It was delicious by all...

All Pho You

Spotless restaurant, even the bathroom was beautiful. Beautiful atmosphere, well decorated and very cozy. Staff were super nice. I only ordered a chicken lo...

Pho 515

For all of you Bun lovers (vermicelli noodle bowls) this is the best I have ever had. Grilled pork, cut up egg rolls, veggies, peanuts, julienned carrots and...

Vietnam Cafe

The food is always fresh and amazing here! Can’t recommend stopping by enough if you’re in the mall/area, and if you’re out of the area it’s still...

Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery

Had a great meal today at the AG. I had a pineapple burger and it was excellent. The group of 7 I was with had chicken, burgers and a club along with buffalo...

Kelly's Little Nipper

Fun little hole-in-the-wall bar tucked away on the east side, with good service and surprisingly good bar food. Didn't get to check out the patio but...

El Bait Shop

Just an amazing place! Lots of fun stuff to look at all around. Always fun people to hang out with. My favorite part...the best selection of craft beers...

The Walnut

Easily our go-to spot in Des Moines. My wife and I usually get the Sweet and Spicy Vegan Bowl (but add chicken), the chicken Philly with parm fries, and the...

Cheapseats Sports Bar

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85 Bar

This place is starting to become one of the places we pop in to when we are downtown. Atmosphere is fun with an obvious nod to the Chicago Bears but still...

Flying Mango

Been wanting to visit this place for years and finally got around to it. Very good food. The smoke smell is intoxicating as soon as you walk in the door. ...

Bubba

The food was amazing, I would recommend to friends and family. Never had grits before and they were delicious, strongly recommend if you've never had them! The...

Tupelo Honey

We were in town for a wedding and had some time to check out downtown Des Moines. We ended up grabbing brunch before we explored the area. The restaurant had...