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Cooper's On 5th, West des Moines, IA

Cooper's On 5th

4.8
4.8
148 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
23:30
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Cooper’s on 5th is a great place for Lunch & Dinner. We have had the pleasure of being West Des Moines’ first Craft Cocktail Bar. Join us for our amazing food menu & award-winning cocktail program. Classic & Reimagined Americana comfort food paired with one of Des Moines’ original & highly awarded craft cocktail programs. Great beer, wine, and martinis.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Tue–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (515) 255-9895
  • Website
    https://cooperson5th.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

Appetizers

  • Eggroll du JourUS$8.00

    Two of Cooper's famous eggrolls filled with our creativity. Ask your server about today's selection

    • Breaded ZucchiniUS$8.00

      Hand cut zucchini strips / seasoned & fried golden brown with a light panko breading. Ranch

      • Crab, Artichoke & Spinach DipUS$12.00

        handcrafted dip / house flour tortilla chips / baked golden brown with smoked gouda / mozzarella & parmesan cheeses

        • Pulled Pork NachoUS$12.00

          seasoned pulled pork / house flour tortilla chips 4 cheese blend / black bean & sweet corn relish topped with chipotle sour cream

          Soups & Salads

          Dressings - Creamy Garlic Parmesan / Ranch / Bleu Cheese / French Honey mustard / Balsamic Vinaigrette / Italian

          • Soup of the Day

            • CupUS$3.00
            • BowlUS$5.00

          • House SaladUS$5.00

            Mixed greens / tomato / cucumber / red onion / house made croutons with your choice of dressing

            • 5th Street Cobb SaladUS$12.00

              mixed greens / blackened chicken / red onion / egg / cucumber / tomato / bleu cheese crumbles / tortilla strips / black bean & sweet corn relish

              • Chef's SaladUS$12.00

                mixed greens / pastrami / ham / bacon / egg / tomato / cucumber / mozzarella / smoked gouda / cheese / house made croutons

                • Spinach SaladUS$9.00

                  spinach / oranges / feta cheese / cranberries / balsamic vinaigrette

                  Sandwiches & Burgers

                  Substitute our house veggie patty for any burger or chicken sandwich

                  • Meatloaf MeltdownUS$13.00

                    Our signature cajun meatloaf / grilled onions / sweet tomato glaze / white cheddar / american cheese. Try it Cooper's Way - open face with coleslaw

                    • BBQ Pulled PorkUS$11.00

                      slow roasted pork tossed with our house pineapple / bourbon bbq sauce / swiss cheese

                      • Blackened Chicken PhillyUS$13.00

                        grilled chicken breast / roasted red peppers / grilled onions / swiss cheese / honey mustard cream cheese

                        • Sandwich CubanoUS$14.00

                          pulled pork / shaved ham / sliced dill pickle / stone ground mustard / swiss cheese

                          • Junction ChickenUS$13.00

                            grilled chicken breast / house bourbon glaze / crispy bacon / white cheddar cheese

                            • Blackberry Jalapeno ChickenUS$13.00

                              grilled chicken breast / grilled onions / basil / pickled jalapeños / house blackberry compote / white cheddar cheese

                              • Junction Burger*US$13.00

                                1/2 lb burger / house bourbon glaze / crispy bacon / white cheddar cheese

                                • Black & Bleu Burger*US$13.00

                                  1/2 lb burger / house bleu cheese spread / grilled onions / swiss cheese

                                  • Mushroom Swiss Burger*US$13.00

                                    1/2 lb burger / mushrooms / roasted garlic herb mayo / grilled onions / swiss cheese / port wine reduction

                                    • Cielo Burger* (Chey-Lo)US$13.00

                                      1/2 lb burger / roasted red peppers / grilled onions / american cheese / roasted garlic herb mayo finished with a parmesan herb cheese crisp

                                      • Deburger*US$15.00

                                        1/2 lb burger / grilled onions / french toast bread / house deburgo sauce / white cheddar / served open face

                                        Sandwiches & Burgers - Sides

                                        • Wedge Fries

                                          • Loaded Potato Salad

                                            • Cottage Cheese

                                              • House Chips

                                                • Coleslaw

                                                  • Mandarin Oranges

                                                    • House Salad

                                                      add $2

                                                      • Cup of Soup

                                                        add $2

                                                        Entrees

                                                        served with bread, seasonal vegetable & salad or soup

                                                        • Short RibsUS$24.00

                                                          Our signature dish. Beef short ribs braised in vegetable port wine sauce for hours until fork tender garlic white cheddar mashed

                                                          • Steak Deburgo*US$26.00

                                                            8 oz. tenderloin / house deburgo sauce / garlic / white cheddar mashed

                                                            • Seafood RavioliUS$25.00

                                                              blue lump crab meat / shrimp / scallops sautéed with a creamy garlic / sauce made to order / 4 cheese ravioli

                                                              • SalmonUS$23.00

                                                                Grilled salmon filet / rice & quinoa blend. Salt & pepper / blackened / maple butter glaze / bourbon glaze

                                                                • Ribeye*US$25.00

                                                                  10 oz. hand cut ribeye rubbed with house gunpowder seasoning / garlic white cheddar mashed. Gun powder seasoning / salt & pepper / blackened / add peppers & onions $1 / add grilled mushrooms $2

                                                                  • Chicken MarsalaUS$22.00

                                                                    Grilled chicken / creamy marsala sauce / sautéed mushrooms / garlic white cheddar mashed

                                                                    • Cajun MeatloafUS$16.00

                                                                      Our signature cajun meatloaf dinner with a sweet tomato glaze. Garlic white cheddar mashed

                                                                      • Baked ZitiUS$22.00

                                                                        graziano's sausage / creamy tomato sauce / garlic / cheese blend / penne pasta

                                                                        • Curried Shepard's PieUS$24.00

                                                                          Tenderloin Beef tips / green beans / carrots / beef gravy / sweet potato mashed

                                                                          • Chicken Deburgo PastaUS$20.00

                                                                            grilled chicken / spinach / cherry tomatoes / penne pasta / house roasted garlic / cream

                                                                            • Smoked Gouda Mac & CheeseUS$15.00

                                                                              jumbo shell macaroni / 4 cheese blend / house smoked / gouda cheese sauce

                                                                              Build Your Own

                                                                              • MushroomUS$2.00

                                                                                • Bleu CheesUS$2.00

                                                                                  • Graziano's SausageUS$3.00

                                                                                    • Buffalo ChickenUS$4.00

                                                                                      • SpinachUS$1.00

                                                                                        • BaconUS$2.00

                                                                                          • ChickenUS$3.00

                                                                                            • ShrimpUS$3.00

                                                                                              Sides

                                                                                              • Wedge Fries

                                                                                                • House Chips

                                                                                                  • Mandarin Oranges

                                                                                                    • Coleslaw

                                                                                                      • Cottage Cheese

                                                                                                        • Loaded Potato Salad

                                                                                                          • Cheddar Mashed Potato

                                                                                                            • Rice & Quinoa Blend

                                                                                                              • Fresh Vegetable

                                                                                                                Last updated: 6 April 2023

                                                                                                                What 148 people are saying

                                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                4.8
                                                                                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                • 4.7Food
                                                                                                                • 4.8Service
                                                                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                                                • 4.7Value

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                                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                Cooper's On 5th offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and a "great atmosphere." Known for its "excellent drink selection" and "intimate setting," the restaurant is praised for its friendly, attentive service. Reservations are recommended due to its "small venue" and popularity.

                                                                                                                148 Reviews

                                                                                                                1. jason

                                                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Went for our anniversary and couldn't have been happier . Service was great . The waitress even helped my wife pick out a drink . Food was amazing and large portions .

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                                                                                                                2. Caitlyn

                                                                                                                  San Diego

                                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Awesome service (got right in at our reservation time), awesome food and great value/specials for Valentine’s Day.

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                                                                                                                3. Kevin

                                                                                                                  Des Moines

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 30 January 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  If you are looking for a lunch that punches above it's weight, this is an excellent choice. The seating capacity is on the low side making for a quiet dining room, even when nearly full. You won't be disappointed for either business or casual purposes.

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                                                                                                                4. Rachel

                                                                                                                  Minneapolis

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 24 January 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  We were seated immediately. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. We will be back!

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                                                                                                                5. Pam

                                                                                                                  Des Moines

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 17 January 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  First time eating at Cooper’s on 5th and we had the best food and best experience. We highly recommend this restaurant and we will be back!

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                                                                                                                6. Julie

                                                                                                                  Des Moines

                                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 16 January 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                  Short and simple. Egg rolls bland. Not hot. Must have been sitting a bit. Meat mushy. No flavor in the airline. Just mayo. Meatloaf open faced sandwich fairly flavorful but certainly not wow. Slaw was bland. Sweet potato fries decent but again, the whole meal not very warm when served. Decent service. Nice chatting in a booth but was getting a bit loud for a convo. Overall. Good experience but with so many places to experience, probably won't go back. Restaurants really have to be good to return as they are plentiful.

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                                                                                                                7. Ben

                                                                                                                  Des Moines

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 7 January 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Great lunch and dinner specials! Excellent drink selection!

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                                                                                                                8. Michelle

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Des Moines

                                                                                                                  20 reviews

                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                  20 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 5 January 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  The food was fantastic! Very cute place! Service was not great and we were rushed and asked to leave so they could sit another table. We only had one drink, not asked if we wanted to order another and our waters were never refilled so it wasn’t like we were there terribly long.

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                                                                                                                9. Tim

                                                                                                                  Minneapolis

                                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 31 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  We had a wonderful time. The food was delicious and the service was excellent.

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                                                                                                                10. Andy

                                                                                                                  Des Moines

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Great atmosphere, the food is delicious, and the service is fantastic!

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                                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                                Cooper's On 5th offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 255-9895.

                                                                                                                Cooper's On 5th is rated 4.8 stars by 148 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                                Make a booking

                                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                                23:30
                                                                                                                Booked 9 times today

                                                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                Google Map for Cooper's On 5th

                                                                                                                227 5th St, West des Moines, IA 50265

                                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                                  West Des Moines
                                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                  Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Tue–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00
                                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                                  American, Burgers, Steak
                                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                                  Business Casual
                                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                                  None
                                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Takeaway, Wine
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