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Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(324)Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar serves comfort food with local flair in a historic building on Main Street in Grinnell, Iowa. Prairie Canary was opened in September 2012 and is currently owned by Chef, Paul Durr. Located in the city of Grinnell, also known as “The Jewel of the Prairie” and home to Grinnell College, Prairie Canary provides a gathering place where guests can enjoy Midwestern flavors in an inviting, understated atmosphere that speaks to the colors and textures of the Iowa prairie.
Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar is all about being local. From the name of the restaurant to the dishes on which the food is served, effort was taken to showcase local talent and area producers. Enjoy your meal on hand-thrown plates and bowls. Sit at hand-made hickory tables. Savor farm-fresh produce grown just miles away. Sip on an Iowa wine or pint of beer. We look forward to seeing you!Fleming's Steakhouse - Des Moines
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(927)Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine, or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply wanting to enjoy an excellent culinary experience - we will create a safe and memorable evening for you. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
Wasabi - WDM
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.8(7)We are committed to offering the freshest sushi, seafood, and Asian dishes in the greater Des Moines region. Join us at Wasabi West Des Moines to savor a delightful mix of flavors paired with exceptional service.801 Chophouse – Des Moines
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(3,209)Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.
Cooper's On 5th
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(154)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.Alba Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.6(422)Alba offers a creative culinary twist on traditional American cuisine. Dishes are prepared using fresh seasonal ingredients, the finest cuts of meat, and the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs. Our menu changes often, we invited you to join us to discover a new favorite.
Destination Grille
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(397)Welcome to Destination Grille. A contemporary, upscale yet casual restaurant that reminds us of travels and destinations around the globe. We are an experience like non-other!
Please join us Monday through Saturday from 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-8pm.
Don't forget to join us for a night cap Fridays and Saturdays, our bars remain open until 11pm on both levels!
We have a lot of options with a fabulous ambience on each level, but it can be overwhelming your first time, please call if you have any questions!The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(814)The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!
Wasabi - Ankeny
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.6(66)Wasabi serves the highest quality sushi and Asian dishes in the Des Moines area.
Hours of Operation:
Monday thru Thursday 11:00am to 9:30pm.
Friday and Saturday 11:00am to 10:30pm.
Sunday 11:00am to 9:00pm.
Social Hour Monday thru Friday 3pm - 6pm.The Latin King
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(228)The Latin King restaurant was founded in 1947 by Rose and Jim Pigneri, who immigrated from Terravecchia, Italy to Des Moines. Rose and Jim wanted to bring authentic Italian fare to Des Moines and began this undertaking in earnest upon selling their home to finance the Latin King restaurant lease, which had previously operated as the Cinderella Sandwich Shop (circa 1930) and the Chanticleer Restaurant (circa 1937). Pigneri named the Latin King after New York City’s Latin Quarter and operated the Latin King for 35 years, notably taking only 10 days of vacation time during his tenure. Pigneri sold the Latin King to his third cousin Bob Tursi in 1983.
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- TTedIowa •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWaiter knew menu well and made great recommendationsMore infoThe Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerSouth Dakota •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent good with great service. Would definitely go backMore infoFreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines•4.7
- DDavidVIPAtlanta •12 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWonderful family dinner while traveling through Des Moines. We enjoyed all of our food, great service, very attentive! The bread was amazing as well!More info801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerDorset •1 review4.0Dined on 4 Mar 2025Great service. Very attentive staff. But 2 pizzas with a drink each was still over $50 even on happy hour.More infoEatery APrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Des Moines•4.8
- DDrewSan Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews5.0Dined on 5 Feb 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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Frequently asked questions
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, Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines and Fresko
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, Fleming's Steakhouse - Des Moines and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines