Dive Bars near West Des Moines

“Great place. Nice people. Good drinks. If you're a smoker they have a smoking patio that is enclosed for the winter and open during good weather.Parking: Bar is behind the building off the road. Parking is right in front of the main door.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!!“

“If you're a fan of dive bars, you'll enjoy yourself here. Your basic no-frills corner bar. Cheap drinks, pool table, juke box (the new touch screen computer type). If your cell phone's dead, they even have a power strip on the wall for your convenience. Nice touch! Sometimes busy, but never packed. Perfect spot to gather with friends without the crowd.“

“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!“

“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“

“Perfect little place to be close to home love the atmosphere and they have a great bartender who works Sunday and Monday evenings super friendly I love the place. Clean and I like the big tv behind the bar there’s always something good to watch and usually a nice person to visit with! Thank you boathouse!! I recommend this place for sure!“

“I can only rate the service and the drinks from one visit. That visit is enough to get me going back. The most perfect Bloody Mary you will find in Des Moines. Well crafted and delicious. Let's talk about value too. Triangle Tap knows that if the price is right, people will come!“

“Beer, beer, and more beer! Honestly probably the biggest beer selection I’ve ever seen at a bar. The amount of taps on the wall was crazy. The food was good too, I got the spam egg and cheese sandwich. For appetizer we got the bacon wrapped tots. This place was pretty awesome, if I lived here you’d see me in there pretty regularly.“