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- NNatalieChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined todayWe came in from Omaha to celebrate my partner’s birthday and had a very relaxing and tasty time. I got the dragon noodles and they were delicious, hearty and filling. Our server was friendly, attentive and informative about vegan items, and he treated my partner to a birthday dessert! Thank you!More infoFreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines•4.8
- LLauraChicago / Illinois •4 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoEnjoyed a work lunch. Meal was good. Was told by teammates who had the shrimp and grits the grits weren’t very flavorful but overall, we had a good experience and would return again.More infoTupelo Honey - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Des Moines•4
- DDawnIowa •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoFirst time visiting Mulberry Street Tavern and we will definitely go back. Wonderful and well- timed service. Our server Andre was one of the best and able to thoughtfully answer any questions about the food. Overall a really awesome experience, setting, and food.More infoMulberry Street TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Des Moines•4.6
- KKEVINIowa •10 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoA group of 4 people and all had a great time. Our server Jeffery took great care of us. Great job. We always expect great from Stuffed Olive and are always never disappointed. We will be back again.More infoThe Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.7
- SSadieLas Vegas •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 12, 2024My fiancé and I were out tonight to celebrate our engagement and exactly 11 months until our wedding day. Every single staff member was excellent and our waiter, CJ, really went above and beyond to help us celebrate. Not only that but we had the best drinks, appetizers, steaks, and soufflé that you can get in the Midwest. We were amazed by everything and can easily say that the experience was worth every penny.More info801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines•4.8
Discover Downtown Des Moines
Des Moines, nestled deep in the heartland of Iowa, is a surprisingly great place to find new American cuisine. Native-born Iowans and recent immigrants have combined their cultures to create fusion flavors like Polynesian pizza and Asian tacos from the highest quality ingredients. Downtown Des Moines has steakhouses that have high-quality Midwestern beef sitting right next to some of the heartland's best produce. Whether you prefer modern takes on pizza, seafood or pub food, head down East Court Avenue or Locust Street to try some incredible restaurants. Along the river, you can find bars and brewpubs for spending a casual night out.
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- Iowa Events Center
- Soldiers Field
- Moats Park
- Fleming Building
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Southridge Mall
- Stewart Square
- Early Des Moines River Crossings Historical Marker
- The Mormon Trail Historical Marker
- Vaudeville Mews
- Mccord Park
- North Park
- Lindhardt Park
- Otter Creek County Park
- State Historical Museum of Iowa
- Fort Des Moines Park
- Dayton Park
- Des Moines Park Fair Mall
- Otter Creek Golf Course
- Sayers Park