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- MMattDallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoAlways good food and atmosphere. Waiting staff must have been run very thin, because our waiter didn't check on our meal after it was delivered or ask for additional drink orders or refill water until we were done with the meal. I eventually had to flag down another waiter because we were done.More infoFleming's Steakhouse - Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Des Moines•4.9
- DDaleIowa •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat food and outstanding service, great evening all aroundMore infoFirebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines•4.6
- AWAdrianWIowa •7 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAs always wonderful dinner. Our server was very helpful and very knowledgeable about pairing what wine with what me and suggesting different different things to try.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive•4.8
- DDavidDenver / Colorado •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoRuth's Chris is the best place for steak on the planet. The first bite of USDA prime beef from a sizzling 500 degree F (260 degree C) plate sends your mouth into ecstasy and makes you forget any problems you may be having, even if only for a few moments. I highly recommend the bone-in cuts. The bone-in filet is my personal favorite. The strip is my favorite cut since it has more beef than a traditional filet, but the bone-in filet at Ruth's Chris is so delicious that I cannot pass it up. Do not be concerned about the price. It is worth every penny and much more. The bone-in strip and T-bone are excellent choices for those who desire more beef and/or more value. Couples who like their steak cooked to the same temperature should consider the porterhouse. My dining guest likes the petite filet, an excellent choice for those with smaller appetites. I prefer my steak "naked", but if you're a little more adventurous, try one of the toppings. Shrimp always pairs well with steak. Unless you aren't into fried food, the shoestring fries are a must. A beautiful departure from the traditional fries you find at fast food and fast casual locations. The asparagus is my vegetable of choice. The hollandaise is on the side, which is a relief for me, since I like my spears just the way they are. I've also had the creamed spinach, and it too is outstanding. Ruth's Chris is dear to my heart since it started in New Orleans, my native city. It will become dear to your heart once you try it, if you haven't already.More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines•4.5
- UUrsulaIowa •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024Service was great. Food was delicious. We had a fantastic experience.More infoCooper's On 5thPrice: Moderate• American• West Des Moines•4.9
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West Des Moines is located in the middle of the heartland. Iowa produces one-seventh of the nation's produce and is a leading supplier of many food products, including corn, pork, and eggs. Restaurants in West Des Moines are able to take advantage of all the fresh produce and local suppliers to provide fresh and high-quality ingredients for their unique menu items. These places offer an eclectic mix of casual taverns and cafes serving Iowa classics like loose meat sandwiches and cheese curds. Upscale dining steakhouses and seafood restaurants can also be found here. International choices include classic French, Italian, and Mexican. Throw all your preconceived notions of dining in West Des Moines out the window and head into town to sample a cosmopolitan Iowan dining experience.
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Child friendly restaurants in West Des Moines include Dave & Buster's - Des Moines, Bar Louie - Jordan Creek and Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines
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