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- MMarkIowa •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe food was fantastic, I highly recommend the dry aged steaks. Dessert was decadent and the service was next level. My hats off the this establishment!More info801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines•4.8
- DDanKansas City / Kansas •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOur favorite place to eat in Des Moines. Delicious food and great martinis.More infoThe Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.7
- MMeganChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had a great dinner on Valentines Day! It was the perfect mix of quiet, cozy, moody, relaxed with just a hint of fine dining and exactly what we were looking for. My husband had an old fashioned which he said was really good. I had the 5 option charcuterie spread and he had the hot honey wood fire pizza. Both were *chefs kiss*. We will definitely be back!More infoEatery APrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Des Moines•4.8
- SStacyIowa •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThis is our 2nd experience at Fresko. We chose it for Valentines Day because we could walk from our event hotel (Marriott). Upon being seated we were gifted a gorgeous valentine rose. We loved our meal choices and look forward to coming back to try more more menu items.More infoFreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines•4.7
- DDrewSan Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 5, 2025Nothing but love for this authentic and wonderfully tasty spot. It’s nestled inconspicuously between a pancheros and a firehouse sub but that makes finding this gem that much more rewarding when you see just how amazing the their selection of food is, and how amazing it all tastes.More infoPanka Peruvian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Des Moines•4.8
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Des Moines, Iowa, is a true metropolis of more than 200,000 people. There's more going on here than corn fields! You can enjoy small bites and wonderful cocktails on an elegant rooftop patio or a great steak at a top-notch steakhouse. No matter your dietary needs or taste preferences, you can find something just to your liking in Des Moines. Ethnic options include sushi, Vietnamese pho, a French bistro or an Italian pizza house. You can also enjoy great ethnic combinations such as crab rangoon pizza! Barbecue is a popular selection and loaded with slow, smoky flavor. Being landlocked doesn't have to mean you can't get seafood. Both Des Moines and West Des Moines offer delicious bounty from the ocean.
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Healthy restaurants located in Des Moines include Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines, Splash Seafood Bar and Grill and Fresko
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Des Moines are Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines, Aura Restaurant & Lounge and Bar Nico
Bottomless brunch in Des Moines is available at Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines, Famous Dave's - West Des Moines and Fresko
The most romantic restaurant in Des Moines is Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines
Restaurants in Des Moines with a great view include Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines and Bravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan Creek