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16 Iowa Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

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by The OpenTable Team
Updated April 10, 2019

Whether you're taking mom out for a treat or enjoying a Sunday lunch with friends, these restaurants are perfect for Mother's Day. From kid-friendly favorites to brunch-worthy hotspots, we'll help you find the perfect place to celebrate.

801 Chophouse – Des Moines
4.9 (3230)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Downtown Des Moines
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.
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Meg
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous! Loved the oysters Rockefeller! Our steaks & sides were equally fantastic. A very enjoyable dinner.
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.
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Meg
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous! Loved the oysters Rockefeller! Our steaks & sides were equally fantastic. A very enjoyable dinner.
Ruthie's Steak & Seafood at the Rhythm City Casino
4.7 (1673)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Davenport
Ruthie’s is a high rise, fine dining experience. With a beautiful view (especially during the sunset hours), it’s the perfect place for your next birthday, anniversary, or special occasion meal. Our steak and seafood options are top notch. From lamb to lobster to filet mignon, we only serve the best at our establishment. We even serve gluten and nut free choices, so you won’t have to worry about indulging with us. All you need to bring is good company for a great evening.
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Bill
Dined 5 days ago
Had another awesome night out with a couples date night! They hooked us up with a window table like I asked, and the food was very good as usual.
Ruthie’s is a high rise, fine dining experience. With a beautiful view (especially during the sunset hours), it’s the perfect place for your next birthday, anniversary, or special occasion meal. Our steak and seafood options are top notch. From lamb to lobster to filet mignon, we only serve the best at our establishment. We even serve gluten and nut free choices, so you won’t have to worry about indulging with us. All you need to bring is good company for a great evening.
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Bill
Dined 5 days ago
Had another awesome night out with a couples date night! They hooked us up with a window table like I asked, and the food was very good as usual.
Bass Street Chop House
4.6 (1540)
$31 to $50
Steak
Moline
Bass Street Chop House, located in Moline, Illinois, is a prime steakhouse featuring the finest cuts of hand-selected U.S.D.A. prime and choice dry aged cuts of meat and jet-fresh seafood. Bass Street provides casually elegant fine dining that is complemented by the great tasting steaks, chops and seafood, skillfully served 7 nights a week. The ideal location for your VIP corporate dinner or your family and friends.

Bass Street Chop House offers the Quad Cities, private dining spaces for special events and a full service bar. The Chop Bar offers signature cocktails, extensive wine, bourbon, single malt scotch collection, as well as a Chop Bar Menu featuring outstanding sandwiches.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined 3 days ago
We had a lovely evening. We were early so had a cocktail at the bar super friendly service and comfy seats. Could've just ate there! But we had a nice table with a view and a great server! Food was delicious and hot. Was not shocked by the bill! Felt it was a good value.
Bass Street Chop House, located in Moline, Illinois, is a prime steakhouse featuring the finest cuts of hand-selected U.S.D.A. prime and choice dry aged cuts of meat and jet-fresh seafood. Bass Street provides casually elegant fine dining that is complemented by the great tasting steaks, chops and seafood, skillfully served 7 nights a week. The ideal location for your VIP corporate dinner or your family and friends.

Bass Street Chop House offers the Quad Cities, private dining spaces for special events and a full service bar. The Chop Bar offers signature cocktails, extensive wine, bourbon, single malt scotch collection, as well as a Chop Bar Menu featuring outstanding sandwiches.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined 3 days ago
We had a lovely evening. We were early so had a cocktail at the bar super friendly service and comfy seats. Could've just ate there! But we had a nice table with a view and a great server! Food was delicious and hot. Was not shocked by the bill! Felt it was a good value.
CRAVE - Sioux City
4.7 (790)
$30 and under
American
Sioux City
CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.
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Brad
Dined on May 10, 2025
Awesome experience! Wonderful food and our waiter was attentive.
CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.
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Brad
Dined on May 10, 2025
Awesome experience! Wonderful food and our waiter was attentive.
Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar
5 (327)
$30 and under
American
Des Moines
Casual New American dishes, cocktails & craft brews served in an airy space with minimalist decor.
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jim
Dined 1 day ago
Good food. Large portions. Brussel sprouts were fantastic. Service was exceptional!!
Casual New American dishes, cocktails & craft brews served in an airy space with minimalist decor.
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jim
Dined 1 day ago
Good food. Large portions. Brussel sprouts were fantastic. Service was exceptional!!
Louie's Wine Dive - Des Moines
4.6 (862)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Des Moines
Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!
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Mike
Dined on May 11, 2025
Bella our waitress was great. The kitchen was backed up for Mother’s Day but we enjoyed good wine while waiting
Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!
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Mike
Dined on May 11, 2025
Bella our waitress was great. The kitchen was backed up for Mother’s Day but we enjoyed good wine while waiting
Baratta's
4.5 (130)
$30 and under
Italian
Des Moines
Baratta’s has been a Des Moines staple for over 50 years and is always welcoming new guests to the table. With multiple locations now open, catering available, and take-out options, there are several ways to enjoy our menu. From celebrating anniversaries and birthdays to fueling kids up before football games and dances, Baratta’s is a tradition that keeps getting better.
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Sharon
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Absolutely perfect! They over disappoint and the service is incredible!
Baratta’s has been a Des Moines staple for over 50 years and is always welcoming new guests to the table. With multiple locations now open, catering available, and take-out options, there are several ways to enjoy our menu. From celebrating anniversaries and birthdays to fueling kids up before football games and dances, Baratta’s is a tradition that keeps getting better.
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Sharon
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Absolutely perfect! They over disappoint and the service is incredible!
The J Bar - Davenport
4.4 (124)
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
Iowa
The J Bar serves new American cuisine with foodie flair – blending fresh ingredients in unexpected ways. Sip on a glass of wine, craft beer or an expertly crafted cocktail from our mixology menu. Savor your meal in our restaurant or bar – or – take it outside to The J Bar’s patio, the perfect spot to listen to live music, have a drink after work, Socialize with friends or entertain business clients.

Sip. Savor. Socialize. The J Bar is your destination for work or play. We can’t wait to see you for your next meal, special occasion or just a case of the Mondays.

Located in Davenport on Elmore Ave.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on Nov 8, 2020
Great food and drinks! Philly cheesesteak egg rolls were spectacular! Will definitely be back soon!
The J Bar serves new American cuisine with foodie flair – blending fresh ingredients in unexpected ways. Sip on a glass of wine, craft beer or an expertly crafted cocktail from our mixology menu. Savor your meal in our restaurant or bar – or – take it outside to The J Bar’s patio, the perfect spot to listen to live music, have a drink after work, Socialize with friends or entertain business clients.

Sip. Savor. Socialize. The J Bar is your destination for work or play. We can’t wait to see you for your next meal, special occasion or just a case of the Mondays.

Located in Davenport on Elmore Ave.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined on Nov 8, 2020
Great food and drinks! Philly cheesesteak egg rolls were spectacular! Will definitely be back soon!
Granite City Food & Brewery - Davenport
4.1 (459)
$30 and under
American
Davenport
With its warm, inviting, and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand-crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.
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kevin
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent group experience. Came in with our teen's large soccer team for dinner and the staff were pros at handling individual checks with parents and kids at separate table no less. So seamless and positive was the experience that we came in the next day w/o a reservation for a similar sized lunch and they rocked it again. Would visit again next time we are the Quad City area.
With its warm, inviting, and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand-crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.
Top review
kevin
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent group experience. Came in with our teen's large soccer team for dinner and the staff were pros at handling individual checks with parents and kids at separate table no less. So seamless and positive was the experience that we came in the next day w/o a reservation for a similar sized lunch and they rocked it again. Would visit again next time we are the Quad City area.

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