4 Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Des Moines

4 restaurants available nearby

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1. Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2227)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Northwest) • Seatac

Booked 18 times today

Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar is a Northwest gathering spot serving seasonally-inspired farm-to-table cuisine. Our team is committed to sustainable practices that bring the season's bounty to your table. We hand select products from small local farms, fishermen, ranchers and artisans to curate all our menus. Arrive early and experience a seasonal cocktail or glass of Washington State wine in Copperleaf Bar! Come see why Copperleaf Restaurant is a quintessentially Northwest experience. Table reservations for the patio are honored based on request and availability at the time of arrival; due to the frequently changing weather circumstances of the Seattle area and the popularity of our outdoor dining spaces, we are unable to guarantee reservations for the patio.

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2. Pimienta Bistro and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(521)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Federal Way

Booked 3 times today

Pimienta Bistro and Bar is worth the drive because it's a gem of a restaurant. The chef takes great care to create a unique, delectable experience for every guest. Reviewers consistently praise the food's excellence, the friendly professional staff, and the restaurant's excellent ambiance. One reviewer said it's a 'world-class' place that 'never disappoints', and another mentioned it's a 'fantastic place for a date or a fancy dinner'. So, if you're looking for a culinary adventure, this is the place to be.

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3. Paolo's Italian Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1289)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kent

Booked 6 times today

For more than 20 years, Paolo’s has been bringing the taste of Italy to Kent. Paul Raftis founded the restaurant after growing up learning to cook along side his mother, Darlene Raftis. He enjoys the open kitchen he can chat with guests as he works. He never tires of hearing "It smells so good in here!" As a marathoner, he is living proof that that you can eat Italian and be healthy. In fact, one of his signature dishes, "Fettucine Paolo" was featured in Runner's World magazine. "It's one of the dishes I developed, it has no cream in it, no butter." It's a delicious pasta dish that utilizes olive oil, garlic, chicken stock, garlic, balsamic vinegar, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, and chicken. So whether it's bruschetta, cioppino, pizza, or spaghetti and meatballs, Paul thanks each of you for choosing to dine here.

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4. Mama Stortini's - Federal Way

4.8

Exceptional(402)

Price: Moderate

• American • Federal Way

Booked 5 times today

Mama Stortini’s is home to a delicious blend of Pacific Northwest and Southern and Coastal Italian flavors. Popular pastas, fresh British Columbia salmon, crispy thin crust pizzas, juicy burgers and much more – there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Mama’s. Locally owned, locally loved. We strive to make you feel right at home!

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar

2. Pimienta Bistro and Bar

3. Paolo's Italian Restaurant

4. Mama Stortini's - Federal Way

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