LJ's Burgers & Ice Cream

3702 2nd Ave, Des Moines
(515) 288-8430

Recent Reviews

Robert Stinnett

I have ordered many times and love the food. The last 2 times, I get home only to find the screwed it up. Tried to call. But no one answers the phone! No Mustard means No Mustard!!

Food: 5

Service: 3

Jesse Bainter

Very fond memories from my childhood. The pizza burger is hands down, a top tier menu item. Always order two and a large fry, you will not regret it for!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries, Pizza Burger

Andra Wages

BEST breaded mushrooms and tenderloins in

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessica Cash

Friendly staff for ice cream treats via drive through on a

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brittany Hutchinson

My bacon cheeseburger was cold and barely had any bacon on it. I tried to call the store and nobody answered. I’m very disappointed because I used to love this place and I drove across town just to go there.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Kareena Nelson

We love LJs! The food is always consistent. Haven't been inside since Covid until now. Looks like they need our support. Please support local!! Food is always fresh and service is always friendly!! You will not be disappointed!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Zach Peterson

Tenderloin was below average, and the malt tasted like it was made with rotten milk. I almost vomited. The cheese curds were alright.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Billy Harding

Probably not coming back two times no open dining room. Probably not going to be here much longer LJ's

Patrick Harmeyer

Great place for a chocolate shake. The sandwiches are decent.. but nothing too out of the norm. Service is

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Katie True

Finding myself in the area of LJ’s, I decided to grab a quick bite. Frankly, I didn’t have high hopes; I just wanted something quick and easy. They left me pleasantly surprised and with not just the food. The service was pleasant and efficient. Abby smiled and made sure my order was accurate and that I had everything I needed. Her co-workers, Nathan and Maddie, also knocked it out of the park making amazing deluxe pork tenderloin sandwich and onion rings. Both were hot and crispy. After having a not so great day, the friendly service and delicious and quick meal were an excellent way to end the day!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeffrey Stockbauer

Quick drive-thru time. Food was priced reasonably, compared to big fast food chains. Tenderloin and fries were fresh, hot, and tasted great. The vanilla shake was good, but they need to serve them with bigger straws. The breaded mushrooms took a little longer, but without a doubt worth waiting for. They also serve many kinds of ice cream, blizzards and pretty much everything else that the old Park Fair Dairy Queen used to offer. Staff was friendly and efficient. Lobby and bathroom were dated, but both kept clean. Plenty of parking available, handicap access, and a really convenient location. This place is every bit as good as the previous burger joint that was there. If you're in the Park Fair neighborhood, give this place a try.

Katie T.

Finding myself in the area of LJ's, I decided to grab a quick bite. Frankly, I didn't have high hopes; I just wanted something quick and easy. They left me pleasantly surprised and with not just the food. The service was pleasant and efficient. Abby smiled and made sure my order was accurate and that I had everything I needed. Her co-workers, Nathan and Maddie, also knocked it out of the park making amazing deluxe pork tenderloin sandwich and onion rings. Both were hot and crispy. After having a not so great day, the friendly service and delicious and quick meal were an excellent way to end the day!!

Connie Glaspie

Fabulous food. Friendly

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breaded Mushrooms

Sonny Dye

Lobby was closed for lunch. Drive thru was backed

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Eduardo Flores

Every time I go my burger patty is cold.

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