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1. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines
4.1
Excellent(667)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Des Moines
Booked 7 times today
Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. The combining of separate reservations will not be honored. We look forward to seeing you soon! We are currently closed on Monday's
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2. Proudfoot & Bird
4.7
Exceptional(692)
Price: Very Expensive
• Global, International • Des Moines
Booked 13 times today
Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.
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3. Fresko
4.8
Exceptional(1192)
Price: Moderate
• Farm-to-table • Des Moines
Booked 23 times today
“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.
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4. In Confidence Speakeasy
4.4
Awesome(23)
Price: Moderate
• Speakeasy • Des Moines
Booked 10 times today
For Large reservations or other inquiries please call 515-528-7733 x 4627 f=SPEAKEASY BAR IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN DES MOINESHotel Fort Des Moines brings the Prohibition-era feel to downtown Des Moines - In Confidence. Enjoy our hidden secret with a curated wine collection and crafted cocktails.Enjoy your downtime in a unique casual setting deserving of the Great Gatsby himself!
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5. Cooper's On 5th
4.9
Exceptional(142)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Des Moines
Booked 23 times today
Cooper’s on 5th is a great place for Lunch & Dinner. We have had the pleasure of being West Des Moines’ first Craft Cocktail Bar. Join us for our amazing food menu & award-winning cocktail program. Classic & Reimagined Americana comfort food paired with one of Des Moines’ original & highly awarded craft cocktail programs. Great beer, wine, and martinis.
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6. Louie's Wine Dive - Des Moines
4.5
Awesome(857)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Des Moines
Booked 6 times today
Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!
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7. Park Street Kitchen
3.7
Very Good(74)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Des Moines
Booked 1 time today
Park Street Kitchen & Bar, located in Hilton Des Moines Downtown is an all day dining concept featuring local ingredients and products, simply prepared and professionally served. The soul of this restaurant is anchored in the abundance of regional foods produced and raised locally. The menu features wholesome and hearty fare, using tried and true recipes and methods. Dine indoors or al fresco on our outdoor patio complete with string lights and a fireplace.
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8. Eatery A
4.8
Exceptional(547)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Des Moines
Booked 23 times today
Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.
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9. Alba Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(410)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Des Moines
Booked 3 times today
Alba offers a creative culinary twist on traditional American cuisine. Dishes are prepared using fresh seasonal ingredients, the finest cuts of meat, and the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs. Our menu changes often, we invited you to join us to discover a new favorite.
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10. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des Moines
4.7
Exceptional(210)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Des Moines
Booked 2 times today
Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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  • Ben
    Iowa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great lunch and dinner specials! Excellent drink selection!
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    Cooper's On 5thPrice: Moderate• American• West Des Moines
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    4.9
  • Ricca
    Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It was a very nice visit with family. I am glad I made reservations because I do not know if we could have gone to this place without reservations. We had a nice high top table for four. Our sever Meghan was fantastic. The drinks were tasty and the ambience was nice. The noise level was good. There is a larger room that looks like it could hold no more than 25 people. We will return and try to reserve that room. NO Food that we could see which is the only downside. Would highly recommend this place.
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    In Confidence SpeakeasyPrice: Moderate• Speakeasy• Des Moines
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    4.4
  • Cecilia
    Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 29 Dec 2024
    The food was amazing and our server extremely attentive and knowledgeable about the menu and wine list. It’s a favorite place of mine, and I tell my friends all about it when asked about restaurant ideas. Thank you for this wonderful dining opportunity in Des Moines.
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    Proudfoot & BirdPrice: Very Expensive• Global, International• Des Moines
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    4.7
  • Tiffany
    Iowa •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 29 Dec 2024
    It was a great experience, great service and great food however it was freezing cold in the restaurant.
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    Tupelo Honey - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Des Moines
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    4.1
  • Kevin
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Dec 2024
    The service for ordering food and drinks was perfect. Our server was pleasant and accommodated dietary needs with a smile. All plates were delivered with excellent presentation and the right temperature. Getting until and paying took a bit longer than I expected but wasn’t excessive.
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    FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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    4.8

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