Mulberry Street Tavern

4.5

565 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
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Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Global, International
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(515) 985-2066 ext. 3
Website
http://suretyhotel.com/food-and-drink/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Michael Holman

Location
206 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Neighborhood
Des Moines
Cross street
Mulberry Street
Parking details
Public parking is ample around the restaurant. Both street side and garage facilities are available. Our suggestions are as follows: The Financial Center, at 207 7th Street (covered) & 606 Mulberry Street (open lot).
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Chef's Board$36.00
Selection of cheeses curated by the cheese shop, charcuterie, seasonal accompaniments
Roast Bone Marrow$17.00
Pickled mustard seed, parsley salad, toast points
Cheese Curds$14.00
Beer battered Wisconsin cheddar curds, pickled peppers, buttermilk dressing, comeback sauce
Oysters on the Half Shell 24/44
Mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon
- 24$24.00
- 44$44.00
Bread + Butter$6.00
Amanda’s focaccia, cultured butter, olive oil
Deviled Eggs$7.00
Crumbled bacon, cracked pepper, parmesan crisp, truffle oil
Sticky Wings$14.00
Fish sauce caramel glaze, crispy garlic, toasted benne, pickled hot peppers, scallion
Roasted Garlic$13.00
Blue veined brie, tomato chutney, bread
Pan Seared Chicken Livers$15.00
Lardon, apricot preserves, crispy onion, sherry vinegar, toasted bread

First Course

French Onion Soup$12.00
Beef broth, caramelized onion, gruyere, baguette
Ricotta Gnudi$16.00
Roasted joygrow mushrooms, butter, parmesan
Black Garlic Caesar$15.00
Parmigiano-reggiano, frico, garlic croutons, black garlic-parmesan dressing
Iceberg Wedge$16.00
Tomato, pickled red onion, garlic breadcrumbs, bacon lardon, blue cheese crumble, buttermilk dressing
Coal Roasted Beets$12.00
Whipped feta, hot honey, toasted almond, micro cilantro
Moules Frites$19.00
P.E.I. mussels, spiced white wine broth, harissa aioli, fresh herbs

Mains

Seasonal Pot Pie$22.00
Joygrow mushrooms, carrots, onion, celery, aromatics, english pea puree, rocket salad
Half Chicken$28.00
Hearth finished, white bean ragout, smoldered rosemary
Grilled Salmon$32.00
Smoked carrot + ancho chile puree, blackberry bbq, pan roasted brussels sprouts
MST Smash Burger$20.00
Twin smash patties, american cheese, caramelized onion, lettuce, tomato, pickle, tavern sauce, potato bun, fries
Pork Porterhouse$34.00
Butternut squash puree, braised kale, chimichurri rojo
Short Rib Pappardelle$32.00
Lemon whipped ricotta, parmigiano-reggiano, natural jus
Wood Grilled Meatloaf$28.00
Buttermilk whipped potatoes, honey roasted baby carrots, ketchup glaze, crispy onions
Embered Cabbage$24.00
Coconut-curry reduction, fish sauce caramel, pickled peppers, fresh herbs

Steaks

32oz Tomahawk$100.00
14oz New York Strip$45.00
12oz Bison Rib Eye$54.00

Sides

Mac + Cheese$9.00
Four cheese blend, cavatappi, garlic breadcrumb
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$11.00
Shishito+banana peppers, cojita cheese, spiced pepitas, garlic aioli
Rosemary Fries$8.00
Parmesan, garlic aioli

Cocktails

Zoo Be Zoo Be$8.00
sencha tea, ginger-lime cordial, orange blossom water (n/a)
Second Breakfast$13.00
tito’s vodka, chambord, creme de cacao blanc, hibiscus syrup, oat milk
Cancoon Raccoon$14.00
altos reposado, plantation pineapple, ancho reyes, pineapple, lemon, firewater, tajin rim
Bisou Bisou$13.00
plymouth gin, ginger lime cordial, orange blossom water
Streetwise Angel$7.00
rooibos tea, hibiscus, orange, vanilla, (n/a)
Hello Euphoria$13.00
choice of: vodka, gin, or tequila, strawberry, jalapeno, cucumber, lime, suze, mint
Weekend Reviver$14.00
monkey shoulder blended scotch, ginger cocchi, lemon, lavender, honey syrup
Midland Manhattan$14.00
old overholt rye, rittenhouse rye, averna, cocchi di torino, black walnut bitters
Moonrise Kingdom$13.00
cap corse blanc, creme de peche, prosecco, soda, honey syrup
The Implication$14.00
paranubes rum, pineapple, lime, ginger, grapefruit, cardamom-vinegar bitters, nutmeg
Black Beauty$14.00
makers mark whiskey, montenegro, blackberry syrup, mint
Fistful of Pesos$15.00
corralejo reposado, 400 conejos mezcal, amaro nonino, winter melon bitters, grapefruit

Sparkling

Bellafina Prosecco$11.00
veneto, italy
Casas del Mar Cava$11.00
spain

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio$12.00
friuli colli orientali, italy
Solitar, ‘Raimund Prum,’ Riesling$13.00
germany
Rapaura Springs Sauvignon Blanc$14.00
marlborough, new zealand
Raeburn Chardonnay$14.00
sonoma county, california
Jean Aubron, ‘Contact!’ Muscadet$13.00
loire valley, fr
GD Vajra Rosabella Rosato$14.00
piedmont, italy

Red Wine

GD Vajra Langhe Rosso$12.00
piedmont, italy
Artesa Pinot Noir$14.00
napa valley, california
Serial Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00
paso robles, california
D’Arenberg Shiraz$13.00
mclaren vale, australia
Unshackled Red Blend$14.00
california
Earthquake Zinfandel$13.00
lodi, california

Draught Beer

Jefferson County Cider$8.00
seasonal selection, fairfield, ia
Tennent’s 1885 Lager$8.00
pale lager, scotland
Exile Brewing Tico Time$8.00
fruited wheat beer, des moines, ia
Big Grove Easy Eddy$8.00
hazy ipa, iowa city, ia
Toppling Goliath Pseudo Sue$9.00
pale ale, decorah, ia
Confluence Des Moines IPA$8.00
ipa, des moines, ia
Millstream Schild Brau Amber$8.00
vienna lager, amana, ia
Fullers ESB$8.00
extra special bitter, london, england
Singlespeed Tip the Cow$8.00
milk stout, waterloo, ia

Packaged Beer

Singlespeed Gose$8.00
guava & passionfruit sour, waterloo, ia
Jefferson County Cider$10.00
seasonal selection, fairfield, ia
Big Grove Citrus Surfer$8.00
american wheat ale, iowa city, ia
Founder’s All Day IPA$8.00
session ipa, grand rapids, mi
Imports$7.00
pacifico, stella, kirin ichiban, warsteiner dunkel
Domestics$6.00
budweiser, budlight, coors, miller, michelob ultra
Exile Ruthie N/A$5.00
non-alcoholic lager, des moines, ia

What 565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Great for fine wines
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mulberry Street Tavern offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests praise the creative menu, standout cocktails, and charming atmosphere. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, the attentive staff and vibrant ambiance make it a popular choice. Perfect for social gatherings, though noise levels can be high.

565 Reviews

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Kim
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mulberry never disappoints. Great food and service.
Mulberry Street TavernResponded today
We love you! Happy Holidays from us to you and yours.
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Lori
Phoenix
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Really nice vibe, ambience, cocktails and good menu. I ordered the short rib pasta and my husband ordered the hamburger-both were delicious. I would come back to this hotel/restaurant in a heartbeat. Attentive staff, nicely paced food service, very relaxing and enjoyable.
Mulberry Street TavernResponded 4 days ago
OMG! Thank you Lori. We appreciate you and hope you have a Happy Holiday Season!
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Jacqueline
Des Moines
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
First time here. They were out of two f the main entrees, which were the two our table was most interested in. Server did not tell us this until we were ready to order. Server also advised they were almost out of other dishes as well. There’s not a lot of entrees on the menu, so this really limited the available options. Our table ordered the meatloaf, which was just okay. Not a great first experience and don’t think I will be back.
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Steve
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service was slow and food was cold. Wedge salad was odd and broccoli way to Smokey flavor
Mulberry Street TavernResponded 4 days ago
We are so sorry we did not meet or exceed your expectations. If you would like to discuss your experience further, please let me know. -JC Shurts Surety Hotel Manager
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Cindy
Des Moines
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As I searched for restaurants within walking distance to the DesMoines Civic Center, I discovered Mulberry Street Tavern, what a find! Made Open Table on Thursday for 5:30 Friday night. We walked to the lovely MST within the beautiful Surety Hotel, we were greeted and sat immediately. The owner welcomed us, gave a bit of history and discussed the locally sourced farms/butchers and businesses they use for the small but well appointed menu. With drinks ordered (glad for the NA options!) we decided to share the Ricotta Gnudi as a starter, a hearty butter and Parmesan sauce accompanied by mushrooms and gnudi, so good. Robert was our attentive and helpful server, he knew the menu, was cheerful and pleasant. I ordered the seasonal pot pie (filled with mushrooms, carrots, onions and a side salad), husband ordered the meatloaf that came with carrots and mashed potatoes. The food was outstanding, unique, flavorful, filling, beautifully presented and brought out in a timely (not rushed) manner, only wished we had room for dessert. Thank you, MST, for a delightful pre-show dinner date at Mulberry Street Tavern, our compliments to Chef Michael, Robert and the management team, we will be back!
Mulberry Street TavernResponded on December 7, 2024
I think you have made us blush! We greatly enjoyed serving you, and we will be sure to inform Robert of your kind words. Happy Holidays!
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Sharon
Des Moines
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was wonderful. Very organized and service was exceptional. Warm and inviting atmosphere.
Mulberry Street TavernResponded on November 30, 2024
This so sweet and amazing! Thank you and happy holidays to you and yours!
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Dawn
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting Mulberry Street Tavern and we will definitely go back. Wonderful and well- timed service. Our server Andre was one of the best and able to thoughtfully answer any questions about the food. Overall a really awesome experience, setting, and food.
Mulberry Street TavernResponded on November 22, 2024
Thank you so much for being a fan! It was our pleasure to host you.
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Trish
Des Moines
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great except my friend’s food was not prepared correctly.
Mulberry Street TavernResponded on November 18, 2024
Thank you, and we apologize for any missteps. We appreciate your patience.
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Steven
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, Server was fantastic as well as the food
Mulberry Street TavernResponded on November 1, 2024
Thank you!
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Denise
Orlando
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific bar that provided a great old fashion as well as a vodka tonic to help enliven our spirits. It was the first night in Des Moines and we loved this restaurant that had been suggested to us by family members. Then came dinner which was also outstanding. Our server (can't remember his name) was terrific and had great suggestions. We highly recommend this place and would have gone back but ran out of time in Des Moines.
Mulberry Street TavernResponded on November 1, 2024
Thank you so much!
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FAQs

Mulberry Street Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 985-2066 ext. 3.

Mulberry Street Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 565 OpenTable diners.

Mulberry Street Tavern does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

206 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Mulberry Street
Neighborhood
Des Moines
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public parking is ample around the restaurant. Both street side and garage facilities are available. Our suggestions are as follows: The Financial Center, at 207 7th Street (covered) & 606 Mulberry Street (open lot).
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Holman
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://suretyhotel.com/food-and-drink/
Phone number
(515) 985-2066 ext. 3

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Mulberry Street Tavern

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Half Chicken

French Onion Soup

Grilled Salmon

For the Table

Chef's Board$36.00

Roast Bone Marrow$17.00

Cheese Curds$14.00

Oysters on the Half Shell 24/44

Bread + Butter$6.00

Deviled Eggs$7.00

Sticky Wings$14.00

Roasted Garlic$13.00

Pan Seared Chicken Livers$15.00

First Course

French Onion Soup$12.00

Ricotta Gnudi$16.00

Black Garlic Caesar$15.00

Iceberg Wedge$16.00

Coal Roasted Beets$12.00

Moules Frites$19.00

Mains

Seasonal Pot Pie$22.00

Half Chicken$28.00

Grilled Salmon$32.00

MST Smash Burger$20.00

Pork Porterhouse$34.00

Short Rib Pappardelle$32.00

Wood Grilled Meatloaf$28.00

Embered Cabbage$24.00

Steaks

32oz Tomahawk$100.00

14oz New York Strip$45.00

12oz Bison Rib Eye$54.00

Sides

Mac + Cheese$9.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$11.00

Rosemary Fries$8.00

Cocktails

Zoo Be Zoo Be$8.00

Second Breakfast$13.00

Cancoon Raccoon$14.00

Bisou Bisou$13.00

Streetwise Angel$7.00

Hello Euphoria$13.00

Weekend Reviver$14.00

Midland Manhattan$14.00

Moonrise Kingdom$13.00

The Implication$14.00

Black Beauty$14.00

Fistful of Pesos$15.00

Sparkling

Bellafina Prosecco$11.00

Casas del Mar Cava$11.00

White

Terlato Pinot Grigio$12.00

Solitar, ‘Raimund Prum,’ Riesling$13.00

Rapaura Springs Sauvignon Blanc$14.00

Raeburn Chardonnay$14.00

Jean Aubron, ‘Contact!’ Muscadet$13.00

GD Vajra Rosabella Rosato$14.00

Red Wine

GD Vajra Langhe Rosso$12.00

Artesa Pinot Noir$14.00

Serial Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

D’Arenberg Shiraz$13.00

Unshackled Red Blend$14.00

Earthquake Zinfandel$13.00

Draught Beer

Jefferson County Cider$8.00

Tennent’s 1885 Lager$8.00

Exile Brewing Tico Time$8.00

Big Grove Easy Eddy$8.00

Toppling Goliath Pseudo Sue$9.00

Confluence Des Moines IPA$8.00