The best bars & nightlife in Ankeny

5 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Nightlife

Creative cocktails, craft beer & wine served in a chill space decorated like a '70s-era living room.

717 Locust St Unit 103 (Des Moines)

“Creative cocktails, craft beer & wine served in a chill space decorated like a '70s-era living room.”

Nightlife

Wine store chain offering regular tasting events & also stocking craft beer, cheese & chocolates.

1450 SW Vintage Pkwy

“Wine store chain offering regular tasting events & also stocking craft beer, cheese & chocolates.”

Nightlife

Relaxed space serving wines by the bottle, glass and flight alongside beer and spirits.

6205 Merle Hay Rd Ste 130 (Johnston)

“Relaxed space serving wines by the bottle, glass and flight alongside beer and spirits.”

Nightlife

Cozy, antique-filled cocktail bar featuring gin flights, live music, a seasonal menu and small plates.

321 E Walnut St (Des Moines)

“Cozy, antique-filled cocktail bar featuring gin flights, live music, a seasonal menu and small plates.”

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Nightlife

Craft beer & elevated pub grub served in an industrial-chic setup with a spacious outdoor patio.

1525 High St (Des Moines)

“Craft beer & elevated pub grub served in an industrial-chic setup with a spacious outdoor patio.”