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The Latin King, Des Moines, IA

The Latin King

4.7
4.7
204 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
The Latin King restaurant was founded in 1947 by Rose and Jim Pigneri, who immigrated from Terravecchia, Italy to Des Moines. Rose and Jim wanted to bring authentic Italian fare to Des Moines and began this undertaking in earnest upon selling their home to finance the Latin King restaurant lease, which had previously operated as the Cinderella Sandwich Shop (circa 1930) and the Chanticleer Restaurant (circa 1937). Pigneri named the Latin King after New York City’s Latin Quarter and operated the Latin King for 35 years, notably taking only 10 days of vacation time during his tenure. Pigneri sold the Latin King to his third cousin Bob Tursi in 1983.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 266-4466
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 204 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Iowa

    Best Service

  • Iowa

    Best Value

  • Iowa

    Hot spot

  • Iowa

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Iowa

    Great for fine wines

  • Iowa

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Des Moines

    Best Service

  • Des Moines

    Best Value

  • Des Moines

    Good for groups

  • Des Moines

    Hot spot

  • Des Moines

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Des Moines

    Great for fine wines

  • Des Moines

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Latin King consistently delivers "fantastic food and service," making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Guests rave about the outdoor seating and live music on select nights, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. While some noted service hiccups, standout servers like Molly receive praise. The restaurant offers generous portions, memorable desserts, and a welcoming environment.

204 Reviews
  1. Chris

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and even better service. server was very friendly and helpful with my wife's questions about the menu and provided great insight into each dish.
    The Latin KingResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 stars! We are thrilled to hear you not only enjoyed the food but the service as well! Our mission is to provide wonderful customer service to all of our guests, and we hope we can provide the same service on your next visit.

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  2. Theresa

    Des Moines

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always look forward to our dinners at Latin King. Staff is so friendly and courteous. Food is delicious- my favorite is The Gamberi Diavlo. My husband always gets prime rib or NY strip. Great appetizers and cocktails too@
    The Latin KingResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your loyalty and wonderful feedback! We're thrilled you enjoy dining with us, and we look forward to serving you and your husband again soon—cheers to more great meals and cocktails!

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  3. Nathan

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent waitress and busboy - service was phenomenal. Menus is good and varied. Food was wonderful and plentiful. Prices are great for what you get.
    The Latin KingResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the service, menu, food, and value. We look forward to welcoming you back again!

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  4. James

    San Diego

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Our server Molly is the absolute best. Fantastic experience.
    The Latin KingResponded on 14 November 2024
    Thank you for the 5 stars!

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  5. JP

    Des Moines

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic and Abby our server was great.
    The Latin KingResponded on 14 November 2024
    Thank you for the 5 stars!

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  6. Dewey

    Des Moines

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We made a reservation for seven people, and we had to add one at the last minute and they were very accommodating. The food was amazing. The appetizers were second to none! We had one little issue with the food, and the server was right there to take care of it, management came out and everybody left happy. Sometimes things happen, and really appreciate everything they did. We will definitely be back, one of our favorite places to go.
    The Latin KingResponded on 1 November 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and that our team could make your experience enjoyable despite the inconvenience. We look forward to welcoming you and your group back soon—it's always a pleasure to have you with us!

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  7. KC

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. As always the Live music made for a enjoyable night out!

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  8. Dwight

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Couldn't eat it all, portions great. Okay, with me, lunch tomorrow. Yummm!!!
    The Latin KingResponded on 16 October 2024
    Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the generous portions, and we're happy to know you have lunch ready for tomorrow. See you again soon!

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  9. KendallD

    Des Moines

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress, Beth, was top notch !
    The Latin KingResponded on 8 October 2024
    Thank you for the 5 stars, and Beth will be thrilled to hear your kind words! We can't wait to see you again for another wonderful experience.

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  10. Dwight

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We keep coming back. Meeting good friends monthly.
    The Latin KingResponded on 2 October 2024
    Thank you for being such loyal guests! We're delighted to hear that your monthly visits with friends are always a great experience. Our receptionist, server, and chef will be thrilled by your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back next month for another memorable meal.

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The Latin King is rated 4.7 stars by 204 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for The Latin King

2200 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317-2522

Additional information

  • Area
    Des Moines
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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