Restaurants near Drake Stadium

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21 restaurants available nearby

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1. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

4.8

Exceptional(3186)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines

Booked 23 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.

2. Eatery A

4.8

Exceptional(550)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 32 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.

3. Fresko

4.8

Exceptional(1198)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 23 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.

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4. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4.8

Exceptional(783)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Des Moines

Booked 40 times today

The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!

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5. Louie's Wine Dive - Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(856)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 7 times today

Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!

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6. Mulberry Street Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(578)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 18 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.

7. Proudfoot & Bird

4.8

Exceptional(697)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 24 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.

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8. In Confidence Speakeasy

4.5

Awesome(24)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Des Moines

Booked 13 times today

For Large reservations or other inquiries please call 515-528-7733 x 4627 f=SPEAKEASY BAR IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN DES MOINESHotel Fort Des Moines brings the Prohibition-era feel to downtown Des Moines - In Confidence. Enjoy our hidden secret with a curated wine collection and crafted cocktails.Enjoy your downtime in a unique casual setting deserving of the Great Gatsby himself!

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9. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

4.1

Excellent(668)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Des Moines

Booked 19 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. The combining of separate reservations will not be honored. We look forward to seeing you soon! We are currently closed on Monday's

10. Alba Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 14 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.

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Brian
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Always a great place to have drinks and the food is great. Also have a great selection of bourbon
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The Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines
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4.8
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Kulish
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Easy to get reservations, quick service, excellent value, and our party would happily return again! Love the happy hour options!
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Eatery APrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Des Moines
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4.8
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Diane
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a great experience. Sophia was our waitress, and she treated us with the utmost courtesy and efficiency. I asked for a booth and got one which was cool. We just shared a flatbread pizza and had a couple drinks. It was a relaxing and comfortable time and my friend and I committed to making it a monthly date.
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FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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4.8
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MarkVIP
Iowa •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always perfect! Martinis, steak and dessert tonight.
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801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines
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4.8
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Shannon
San Antonio •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Thoroughly enjoyed the winefest menu, and our server, Robert was fabulous!
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Mulberry Street TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Des Moines
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4.7

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