The best restaurants in Urbandale

Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.

4206 Merle Hay Rd

Casual set-up offering traditional Mexican street fare with vegan options & ice cream at a counter.

2922 Merle Hay Rd (Des Moines)

Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

3600 Merle Hay Rd (Des Moines)

Unfussy pub serving up Chicago-style deep-dish & thin-crust pizzas, pasta & sandwiches until late.

4050 Merle Hay Rd (Des Moines)

Buffet chain offering pizza, fried chicken & classic American sides in an Old West-themed setting.

4954 86th St

Mexican favorites & many flavors of margaritas in a casual space with traditional accents.

8801 University Ave Ste 27 (Clive)

Family-run eatery dishing up classic Burmese eats such as curries, noodle soup and tea leaf salad in a tidy space.

8134 Douglas Ave

Casual restaurant serving familiar Thai, Chinese, and Japanese fare, including sushi.

8460 Birchwood Ct Suie#100 (Johnston)

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

1551 Valley W Dr (West Des Moines)

Upbeat Mexican restaurant featuring rustic accents, colorful murals & a full bar with TVs.

4531 86th St

Festive restaurant with Eastern decor serving up teppanyaki prepared tableside & sushi.

2677 86th St

Kid-friendly pizza chain known for crust choices & Mexican-inspired pies plus oversized sundaes.

8056 Douglas Ave

Comfy, bustling, family-run eatery featuring stone-oven pizzas plus pasta, subs, wine & beer.

5312 Merle Hay Rd (Johnston)

Casual, colorful Mexican cantina featuring a menu of traditional & health-focused picks.

11407 Forest Ave (Clive)

Light-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes.

8481 Birchwood Ct (Johnston)

Mexican favorites & margaritas served in a relaxed, pub-like setting with a colorful tiled bar.

8801 Hickman Rd

Casual eatery featuring thin-crust & deep-dish pizzas, pastas & sandwiches plus beer & wine.

1755 50th St (West Des Moines)

Cozy, family-owned cafe dishing Mexican favorites, plus patio seating.

611 37th St (Des Moines)

Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

4641 NW 86th St

Fajitas, enchiladas, and other familiar Mexican eats, plus cocktails, in casual surrounds.

2675 100th St

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

11411 Forest Ave (Clive)

Pizzeria serving pies and slices for lunch and dinner in a casual setting.

4640 86th St

Casual Mexican restaurant offering chips and bean dip, fajitas, and margaritas, plus happy hour.

6101 Grand Ave (Des Moines)

Modern Asian-American spot with an unlimited, all-day buffet, plus tableside hibachi cooking.

1801 22nd St (West Des Moines)

Down-to-earth Mexican joint with a large menu, including combo plates, lunch specials & margaritas.

5825 Merle Hay Rd (Johnston)

Thin-crust pizzas, pasta & flatbread sandwiches served in a no-frills setting.

7611 Douglas Ave #28

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 (Des Moines)

All-you-can-eat spot serving sushi, hibachi and other Japanese favorites alongside Asian stir-fries and dumplings.

1301 NW 114th St (Clive)

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2331 University Ave (Des Moines)

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

2932 Ingersoll Ave (Des Moines)

Low-key eatery doling out generous servings of Italian-style pasta, pizza & entrees.

1975 NW 86th St (Clive)

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 (Des Moines)

Easygoing farm-themed operation offering traditional American dishes & a full bar.

11151 Hickman Rd

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

5800 Franklin Ave (Des Moines)

Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

1821 22nd St Ste 106 (West Des Moines)

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

2330 University Ave (Des Moines)

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

1720 22nd St (West Des Moines)

Modern lounge featuring sushi, ramen and other Japanese eats.

2301 Rocklyn Dr

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

3803 Merle Hay Rd (Des Moines)

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

4345 Merle Hay Rd (Des Moines)

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

2925 Ingersoll Ave (Des Moines)

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

2816 Beaver Ave (Des Moines)

Relaxed eateries serving slow-smoked meat dishes, from pulled pork, brisket and ribs to wings.

1480 22nd St (West Des Moines)