Best Seasonal Restaurants in Johnston

17 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Destination Grille restaurant

1. Destination Grille

4.7

Exceptional(379)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Grimes

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to Destination Grille. A contemporary, upscale yet casual restaurant that reminds us of travels and destinations around the globe. We are an experience like non-other! Please join us Monday through Saturday from 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-8pm. Don't forget to join us for a night cap Fridays and Saturdays, our bars remain open until 11pm on both levels! We have a lot of options with a fabulous ambience on each level, but it can be overwhelming your first time, please call if you have any questions!

2. Alba Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(407)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 15 times today

Alba offers a creative culinary twist on traditional American cuisine. Dishes are prepared using fresh seasonal ingredients, the finest cuts of meat, and the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs. Our menu changes often, we invited you to join us to discover a new favorite.

A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA restaurant

3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4.8

Exceptional(1207)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clive

Booked 111 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

4. Fresko

4.8

Exceptional(1189)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 36 times today

“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.

A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines restaurant

5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(856)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 50 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in West Des Moines, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been recognized as the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner and 2024 Wine Spectator's award recipient, a testament to its commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

6. Bar Nico

4.7

Exceptional(82)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Des Moines

Booked 18 times today

Our restaurant's mantra is "Sin Maiz, No Hay Pais" meaning "without corn there is no country" as such, our tortillas are hand ground in house from heirloom organic Mexican corn varietals - made daily & cooked to order. As a result of our corn obsession, we have no flour in house & are a completely gluten-free kitchen.

A photo of Mulberry Street Tavern restaurant

7. Mulberry Street Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(571)

Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 15 times today

Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught.

A photo of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines restaurant

8. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

4.5

Awesome(1852)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 48 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

9. Proudfoot & Bird

4.7

Exceptional(691)

Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 13 times today

Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.

10. Eatery A

4.7

Exceptional(543)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 39 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

TF
TomF
Iowa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I did feel bad about going on Christmas day, but they were open anyway. We sat at the upstairs bar and the service was amazing! The food was very good as always. I really do not know way the front desk people all ways tell you to wait!? I just walked by them and went upstairs. Food was awesome.
More info
Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines
•
4.6
D
Darla
Southwest Florida •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Three of us dined at Cooper's Hawk on Christmas Eve. Our service was excellent. Our food was scrumptious! Wine was devine! Dessert was decatant! Why has it been months since I have dined here?
More info
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive
•
4.8
K
Kevin
Kansas City / Kansas •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was excellent, great service. A great place to go but especially over the holidays. We’ve been to Fresko before and will return.
More info
FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
•
4.8
K
Karen
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a very pleasant waitress. Her name was Abbie W. She came back numerous times to be sure we were happy with everything. Excellent job!!!!
More info
Destination GrillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Grimes
•
4.7
J
Jake
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Sam and the team were excellent. Great date destination with the food, service, and ambiance hitting it out of the park!
More info
Alba RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Des Moines
•
4.8

Explore OpenTable

Johnston

Best Seasonal Restaurants in Johnston

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

17 restaurants available nearby

1. Destination Grille

2. Alba Restaurant

3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4. Fresko

5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

6. Bar Nico

7. Mulberry Street Tavern

8. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

9. Proudfoot & Bird

10. Eatery A

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable