Des Moines Restaurants
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- KKeriPuerto Vallarta •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoThey were very accommodating for a larger group.More infoLP - Street FoodPrice: Moderate• American• Cedar Rapids•4.7
- SSamuelIowa •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoFriendly staff, good food and good options, reasonable prices. My table particularly enjoyed the brussels sprouts and the strawberry salad.More infoPrairie Canary Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.8
- AAlexIowa •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 28, 2024I always enjoy dining at Tribute, whether it be for brunch or dinner. The food and drinks are always delicious, and the service is impeccable! I highly recommend dining at Tribute.More infoTribute Eatery & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Coralville•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerIowa •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 28, 2024This is a great place to eat!!! Nice atmosphere and nice selection of different foods!! Will definitely be going back!!!More infoHometown HeroesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.7
- LYLYNNTampa / Central Florida West •22 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 11, 2023Service was great, food was delicious . Drinks were perfect.More infoRed Lobster - Cedar RapidsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Cedar Rapids•4.2
Discover Iowa
Iowa is known as one of the safest states to live in, which adds to its appeal as a place to visit. With many attractions and things to do, you’re bound to work up an appetite for one of the many local dishes - and there are many! Iowa offers typical restaurant meals from almost any culture imaginable with many of the ingredients being grown in the area. You’ll also see foods iconic to Iowa, such as a loose meat sandwich called Maid Rite, rhubarb pie, Iowa chops, and taco pizza. Although specific to Des Moines, the steak de burgo is a popular item throughout the state. Don't miss some of Iowa's classic corn on the cob.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Des Moines is Twisted Tail Steakhouse & Saloon
The best vegan restaurants in Des Moines are Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines, Splash Seafood Bar and Grill and Destination Grille
The best vegetarian restaurants in Des Moines are HoQ, Fresko and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA
The restaurants with the best service in Des Moines are Wasabi - Waukee, Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar and Maxwell's on the River
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Des Moines are Red Lobster - Davenport, Baratta's and Wasabi - Urbandale
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