The best restaurants in Des Moines

Family-style eatery for Italian dishes ranging from pizza to sausage sandwiches, plus beer and wine.

2820 Hubbell Ave

Mexican eatery with an informal vibe that serves all manner of classic dishes, along with cocktails and patio seating.

4450 E University Ave (Pleasant Hill)

Whether you’re chasing sticky-sauced wings, a classic burger, or a cold beer, The Station on Ingersoll nails high-quality bar food with a…

3124 Ingersoll Ave

Purveyor pairs wine on tap with seasonal charcuterie and luxury baked goods from Doré Bakery, curated in a modern European-style market. Go…

505 E Grand Ave #105

Laid-back restaurant for burgers and sandwiches, plus beer and cocktails.

2331 University Ave

Creative Mediterranean dishes & wood-fired pizza in a stylish space with reclaimed Iowa wood.

2932 Ingersoll Ave

Old-school neighborhood bar & eatery serving sandwiches & elevated American comfort food.

227 5th St (West Des Moines)

Modern American restaurant serving dishes such as duck fettuccine in a cozy, romantic atmosphere.

3901 Ingersoll Ave

Historic, industrial haunt with over 100 regional craft beers & locally sourced New American fare.

215 E 3rd St #100

Easygoing wood-paneled sports bar with a covered patio offering American eats, cocktails & beer.

2100 Wakonda View Dr

Polished bistro & bar serving American & Italian classics, from steak to spaghetti & meatballs.

5800 Franklin Ave

Stylish lounge decorated with contemporary art & featuring cocktails, tapas & weekly jazz.

407 E 5th St

Sleek, modern eatery with full sushi & liquor bars plus a menu of grilled Japanese fare.

2605 Ingersoll Ave

Community staple dishing up Italian standards & American fare in 4 casual dining rooms.

2320 S Union St

Colorful, upscale American restaurant & wine bar with reclaimed doors hanging from the ceiling.

524 E 6th St

Modern Mexican eatery utilizing heirloom corn varietals for tacos and other gluten-free dishes.

428 E Locust St

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

316 Court Ave

Pizzeria offering New York-style pies and other slices with classic toppings and inventive options, plus grinders, salads, pastas, chicken…

2330 University Ave

Bright cafe with a hip vibe specializing in burgers, hot dogs & sandwiches, plus vegan options.

2716 Ingersoll Ave

Barbecue restaurant and sports bar offering comfort-food staples, plus beer and cocktails.

721 3rd St

Veteran restaurant serving American cuisine & pasta dishes in a classy space with a full bar.

4000 Fleur Dr

Southern favorites & a large array of whiskies offered in a relaxed, stylish setting with a patio.

200 10th St Ste 606

Roomy, laid-back eatery featuring food with Louisiana roots, TVs to catch the game & a deck.

615 3rd St

Chic outpost serving modern & traditional Italian dishes, some with North African influence.

420 E Locust St

Relaxed restaurant & bar serving Cuban fare & cocktails in a colorful, brick-walled space.

223 E Walnut St

Modern lounge featuring sushi, ramen and other Japanese eats.

2301 Rocklyn Dr (Urbandale)

Landmark spot featuring a classic Italian menu & an extensive wine list in a country-villa setting.

2200 Hubbell Ave

Trendy eatery featuring American cuisine based on local ingredients, plus drinks and a tasting menu.

2724 Ingersoll Ave

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

521 E 14th St

High-ceilinged ex-Masonic temple turned contemporary Italian wining-&-dining destination.

1003 Locust St

Tranquil restaurant in a converted '20s garage offering modern American eats & local craft brews.

1417 Walnut St

Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.

300 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

Chill restaurant offering vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian fare, plus cocktails & draft beer.

909 Locust St Ste. 103

Candlelit dinner spot serving modern, wine-paired Southern Italian fare in a Victorian mansion.

644 18th St

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

3803 Merle Hay Rd

Casual Italian joint with patio seating & a menu of pizza, pasta & sandwiches for eat-in or takeout.

6594 NW 6th Dr

Offbeat homage to the Midwestern beer halls of the 1960s dishing up old-school comfort food.

200 SW 2nd St

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

4345 Merle Hay Rd

Old-school 1940s Italian restaurant, bar & banquet hall filled with leather booths & stained glass.

2400 Ingersoll Ave

Old-fashioned, family-oriented red-sauce Italian parlor with a full bar & bocce ball court.

1501 SE 1st St

Funky mash-up of an old-school Polynesian cocktail lounge & a red-sauce Italian joint.

317 E Court Ave

An easygoing bar known for mac & cheese, charcuterie & cheese plates, & a full wine & beer menu.

2925 Ingersoll Ave

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

3311 SE 14th St

Family-owned standby for Italian & American grub in a laid-back space with a sporty vibe in the bar.

2816 Beaver Ave