Meatballs were overcooked and just bland tasting. I had not been here in 25 years, but it was great back then. Today.. not so much. The waitress asked us if we wanted cheese on our meals and when we said yes, they charged $3.00 per order extra without informing us of this extra charge. Isn't cheese supposed to be part of an Italian meal? Fazoli's has better Italian food than this place now.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Scott Jayne
A Des Moines staple in great Italian dining. Great food, great service all the time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti
Michael Ernst
Had been many years since giving Noahs another try. When the large China One Buffet was torn down years ago, the restaurant was infested with mice. Our last visit was a night where during our meal (in the fireside room) we actually saw mice (2) running on the floor during business hours. They blamed it on the tearing down of the building across the street. It really put our entire group (8) off. We always loved the food and figured it was time to give it another shot. The atmosphere in the fireside room is great. Just as we remember. Our group ordered a variety of meals and we all enjoy it immensely. I have always gotten the chicken livers and they yet again didn’t disappoint (best in the metro). However, the prices have gotten beyond ridiculous. $29.95 for the livers (one of the cheapest things to buy for a restaurant). I saw even a year ago their menu had them at $22.95. This has nothing to do with “increased food costs”. This amounts to greed and having the customers pay for the family drama that has unfolded with one owning the building and one owning the business. Again, food was great, atmosphere was nice, service was adequate, but prices are getting closer to “fine dining” pricing. Will return, but not as often as we probably would if their pricing was inline with other similar style restaurants.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
John Fiedler
As always, great food and impecable service!Never disappoints!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noah’S Combination Chef Salad a La Carte, Wine Selection, San Francisco Blackout Cake, Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti, Sauce, House Salad
Mel Samples
The best Italian Des Moines has to offer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Malcolm J.
Didn't even get a chance to eat here. Worse service on the phone I have experienced when calling a restaurant. I called at 3:00 PM to see if I could make a reservation. The gentleman on the phone answered very aggressively, "Thank you for calling Noah's Ark, we are not open yet, how can I help you though?" I ask, "Do you take reservations?" He replied, again, very aggressive and rude tone, "like I said, we are closed, you can call back at 4, bye, then hung up the phone.
TJ M.
A popular local favorite and surprisingly very busy for a Thursday evening. Can't go wrong with any menu item, but tried the walleye and sirloin tips. The walleye breading was light, crisp and complimented the flavor without overpowering it. The sirloin tips in homemade gravy over fresh noodles was beefy, creamy and filling. And recommend the onion/pepper rings!
Carol Hughes
What is " Rounding Up" charge on my receipt. I paid cash - so probably not a CC charge.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Julia Taylor
Filet with side of spaghetti, wonderful.salad and hot rolls and butter..can't be beat!
We love Noah's! This restaurant holds so many memories from birthday dinners with my folks as a child to a couple of special surprise parties for each of my parents. It was also a favorite place to go to on dates in high school.We love the Pizzas but all the items on their menu are delicious. The staff is very friendly and prompt as servers.Grab some family and friends and head to Noah's for a wonderful meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Chicken Alfredo, Lasagne, Pizza and Gnocchi
Brad Johnson
Not the same as it use to be. Needs a major amount of work. Food was not very good. Prices were ridiculous.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Robin Haege
Another wonderful night at Noah’s!Pasta was perfectly al dente. Our favorite place in Des Moines.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
karen lester
Everything was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti, Lasagne, Sauce
Kathleen K
Wow, the food was excellent and the service is always outstanding. Thank you to the Noah's staff.
Best meatball sandwich!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Meatballs were overcooked and just bland tasting. I had not been here in 25 years, but it was great back then. Today.. not so much. The waitress asked us if we wanted cheese on our meals and when we said yes, they charged $3.00 per order extra without informing us of this extra charge. Isn't cheese supposed to be part of an Italian meal? Fazoli's has better Italian food than this place now.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
A Des Moines staple in great Italian dining. Great food, great service all the time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti
Had been many years since giving Noahs another try. When the large China One Buffet was torn down years ago, the restaurant was infested with mice. Our last visit was a night where during our meal (in the fireside room) we actually saw mice (2) running on the floor during business hours. They blamed it on the tearing down of the building across the street. It really put our entire group (8) off. We always loved the food and figured it was time to give it another shot. The atmosphere in the fireside room is great. Just as we remember. Our group ordered a variety of meals and we all enjoy it immensely. I have always gotten the chicken livers and they yet again didn’t disappoint (best in the metro). However, the prices have gotten beyond ridiculous. $29.95 for the livers (one of the cheapest things to buy for a restaurant). I saw even a year ago their menu had them at $22.95. This has nothing to do with “increased food costs”. This amounts to greed and having the customers pay for the family drama that has unfolded with one owning the building and one owning the business. Again, food was great, atmosphere was nice, service was adequate, but prices are getting closer to “fine dining” pricing. Will return, but not as often as we probably would if their pricing was inline with other similar style restaurants.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
As always, great food and impecable service!Never disappoints!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noah’S Combination Chef Salad a La Carte, Wine Selection, San Francisco Blackout Cake, Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti, Sauce, House Salad
The best Italian Des Moines has to offer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Didn't even get a chance to eat here. Worse service on the phone I have experienced when calling a restaurant. I called at 3:00 PM to see if I could make a reservation. The gentleman on the phone answered very aggressively, "Thank you for calling Noah's Ark, we are not open yet, how can I help you though?" I ask, "Do you take reservations?" He replied, again, very aggressive and rude tone, "like I said, we are closed, you can call back at 4, bye, then hung up the phone.
A popular local favorite and surprisingly very busy for a Thursday evening. Can't go wrong with any menu item, but tried the walleye and sirloin tips. The walleye breading was light, crisp and complimented the flavor without overpowering it. The sirloin tips in homemade gravy over fresh noodles was beefy, creamy and filling. And recommend the onion/pepper rings!
What is " Rounding Up" charge on my receipt. I paid cash - so probably not a CC charge.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Filet with side of spaghetti, wonderful.salad and hot rolls and butter..can't be beat!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We love Noah's! This restaurant holds so many memories from birthday dinners with my folks as a child to a couple of special surprise parties for each of my parents. It was also a favorite place to go to on dates in high school.We love the Pizzas but all the items on their menu are delicious. The staff is very friendly and prompt as servers.Grab some family and friends and head to Noah's for a wonderful meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Chicken Alfredo, Lasagne, Pizza and Gnocchi
Not the same as it use to be. Needs a major amount of work. Food was not very good. Prices were ridiculous.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Another wonderful night at Noah’s!Pasta was perfectly al dente. Our favorite place in Des Moines.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti, Lasagne, Sauce
Wow, the food was excellent and the service is always outstanding. Thank you to the Noah's staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5