Best Casual Restaurants in Grimes

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1. Destination Grille

4.7

Exceptional(380)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Grimes

Booked 1 time today

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!

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2. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(861)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 39 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in West Des Moines, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been recognized as the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner and 2024 Wine Spectator's award recipient, a testament to its commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

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3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4.7

Exceptional(1214)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clive

Booked 57 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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4. Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar

4.6

Exceptional(301)

Price: Moderate

• American • Urbandale

Booked 21 times today

Range Restaurant and Cocktail Bar is casual fine dining establishment that combines prime proteins with signature cocktails, perfectly matched with each other. Our menu is crafted with locally sourced ingredients, the unique background of two talented chefs, and served by a talented team of servers and bartenders working to make your dining experience a Range experience.You can enjoy any part of our facility individually or come and enjoy all aspects of Range with friends, family, co-workers, and teammates. You can dine in our restaurant, cocktail lounge, or our indoor golf simulators. We invite you to stop in and see what Range is all about!

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5. Aura Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(220)

Price: Expensive

• American • Urbandale

Booked 18 times today

Lively & flavorful tapas along with vibrant cocktails offer a unique shared experience that challenges the traditional. At Aura, it's good vibes only! Our invigorating environment is the perfect place to gather friends & family.

6. Eatery A

4.7

Exceptional(544)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 43 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

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7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(1853)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 40 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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8. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan Creek

4.3

Awesome(851)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Des Moines

Booked 27 times today

Bravo Jordan Creek is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in West Des Moines, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Jordan Creek is the place to eat in West Des Moines, IA for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

9. Parlor

4.5

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Des Moines

Booked 6 times today

At Parlor we've created relaxed, social surroundings with family booths, shuffleboard, patio seating, full bar and sports on tv. Reconnect with the simple joy of a cold drink and a hot slice of pizza, or sausages and slaw. Everything is curated for you to enjoy yourself, so what are you waiting for?

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10. Sterling's - Ankeny

3.6

Very Good(16)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ankeny

Booked 4 times today

Please do not contact the phone number listed in this profile. Sterling's is a casual dining experience that is great for the entire family. Positioned in the central hub of B&B Theatres, grab dinner before you bowl, play in the arcade, or watch a movie. Indoor and outdoor seating available with plenty of board games for all to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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TomF
Iowa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I did feel bad about going on Christmas day, but they were open anyway. We sat at the upstairs bar and the service was amazing! The food was very good as always. I really do not know way the front desk people all ways tell you to wait!? I just walked by them and went upstairs. Food was awesome.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines
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4.6
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Darla
Southwest Florida •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Three of us dined at Cooper's Hawk on Christmas Eve. Our service was excellent. Our food was scrumptious! Wine was devine! Dessert was decatant! Why has it been months since I have dined here?
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive
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4.7
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Karen
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
We had a very pleasant waitress. Her name was Abbie W. She came back numerous times to be sure we were happy with everything. Excellent job!!!!
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Destination GrillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Grimes
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4.7
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Mitch
Iowa •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Awesome wine dinner. Meal was delicuous and wine was superb and well paired. Very fine staff and service!
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Aura Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• American• Urbandale
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4.6
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JeffVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
Didn’t know that I had to order a “double” martini to get one that was “full”.
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Range Restaurant + Cocktail BarPrice: Moderate• American• Urbandale
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4.6

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Destination Grille

2. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4. Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar

5. Aura Restaurant & Lounge

6. Eatery A

7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

8. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan Creek

9. Parlor

10. Sterling's - Ankeny

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