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Twin Springs Supper Club
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(846)Enjoy a tradional Supper Club experience in the scenic hills and valleys minutes from downtown Decorah. We have prepared the very best in Steaks, Chops and Seafood in the area utilizing locally sourced products. Our full service bar won't disappoint as our mixologist create some unique speciality drinks.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!
801 Chophouse – Des Moines
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(3,226)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.Fleming's Steakhouse - Des Moines
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(935)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.
Ruthie's Steak & Seafood at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(470)
Flame creates the sizzle at our high-end American steakhouse. The finest cuts of beef and seafood are prepared to impress and delight in an atmosphere of rich wood, comfortable colors, fresh flower centerpieces, and warm lighting. Traditional steaks or beef, lamb, or pork chops are prepared as cuts or on the bone. Try our impressive Ruthie's signature line of steaks such as the filet marmalade, Maryland Ribeye or, our latest, the French onion filet. Seafood is at its best in the hands of our Chef De Cuisine. His attention to detail and delicate touch complete the best available sautéed or grilled fish and seafood dishes. Chilean sea bass, wild-caught salmon, and Australian lobster tail help to complete a menu dedicated to extraordinary dining.Main + Abbey - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
Price: Moderate•Gastro Pub•4.7(765)At Main + Abbey, we have the style and warmth that make for a perfect evening with friends, or an intimate dinner for two. When our guests walk through our doors, they may notice the old world brick, the vibrant colors or the center bar and know that we've left the stuffiness and unpronounceable menu out. Our polished casual and bright setting helps guests unwind and enjoy themselves.
For parties greater than 4, please contact us at 712-226-7610 for assistance with your reservation.
Martini's Grille
Price: Expensive•Steak•4.7(1,156)Martini's Grille is the Great American Steakhouse featuring top quality Midwest beef and pork, fresh seafood daily, and world-famous Chicken Lips! The cocktail list includes over 50 classic and designer cocktails. The panoramic view of the Mississippi is perfect for casual dining or upscale private parties and wine dinners. In addition, Martini's features a patio during the summer months and an upscale venue for private events.LP - Street Food
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(53)Welcome to LP Street Food. This reservation is for our dining room. Looking for our igloos? Head to www.lpstreetfood.com/igloos. Our menu is inspired by the streets of America. We’ve taken our cue from food carts, food trucks, street hawkers and walk-up windows all around the country, putting our own spin on creations originally dreamed up by people just like you and me. This isn't a place where you come to guess at how to pronounce half of the things on the menu. This is a place where you come to enjoy a fresh twist on culturally rich, gastronomically delightful street foods that we all know and love.
To round it all out, our drink menu is crafty & fun, featuring a carefully selected but not overwhelming assortment of beers, spirits and cocktails inspired by tropical areas. Who doesn’t enjoy a deliciously fruity libation? We are everyday people who like what we like… we’re fun, not fancy.
Eatery A
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.8(556)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.Wasabi - Ankeny
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.5(67)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.
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- JJeffIowa •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoIt’s always a great experience at 30Hop! Excellent food and service!More info30hop CoralvillePrice: Moderate• American• Coralville•4.4
- KJKarenJSt. Louis •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoFood was excellent… we had 3 apps and 7 dinners— everything was fantastic. Service was on point and ambience was elevated casual. Will definitely be back!More infoTribute Eatery & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Coralville•4.7
- GGabrielVIPGreater Boston •16 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 5, 2025We loved this resto. Great creative fresh and delicious. Knowledgeable warm and patient wait staff.More infoPrairie Canary Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.9
- MMichelleIowa •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 4, 2025A group consisting of a dozen kids under age 10, this was perfect!More infoTavern BluePrice: Moderate• American• Coralville•3.1
Discover Iowa
Iowa is known as one of the safest states to live in, which adds to its appeal as a place to visit. With many attractions and things to do, you’re bound to work up an appetite for one of the many local dishes - and there are many! Iowa offers typical restaurant meals from almost any culture imaginable with many of the ingredients being grown in the area. You’ll also see foods iconic to Iowa, such as a loose meat sandwich called Maid Rite, rhubarb pie, Iowa chops, and taco pizza. Although specific to Des Moines, the steak de burgo is a popular item throughout the state. Don't miss some of Iowa's classic corn on the cob.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Des Moines is Wissota Chophouse - Ottumwa
The best vegan restaurants in Des Moines are HoQ, Proudfoot & Bird and Eatery A
The best vegetarian restaurants in Des Moines are Fresko, Eatery A and Destination Grille
The restaurants with the best service in Des Moines are Proudfoot & Bird, Wissota Chophouse - Ottumwa and Prime n Wine
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Des Moines are Parlor, Smash Park - West Des Moines and Wasabi - Urbandale
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- Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines-Northwest
- Scottish Rite Consistory Building
- Cheyenne Park
- Oak Park
- Dunes Surgical Hospital
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- National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
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- Carroll Municipal Golf Course
- Historic Des Moines State Historical Marker
- Historic Amana Colonies State Historical Marker
- Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center
- The Eastern Iowa Airport
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