The Greater Des Moines Metro is a hotspot for good atmospheres and even better food, making it the perfect date night, family dinner, and spot. To make your dinner decision easier, we compiled a short list of the best spots around Des Moines. Whether it is burgers, pasta, or steak you will find exactly what you are looking for.
Continue reading to find the location of your next night out.
Americana
1312 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 283-1312
Located across from the Papajohn Sculpture Park in Downtown Des Moines is a lively modern Des Moines restaurant and cocktail lounge called Americana. Open from 11am to 9pm Monday through Thursday with extended hours on the weekend, you are sure to find the perfect time to make a visit. Some of their signature entrées include braised short rib, cajun chicken pasta, and truffled mac & cheese.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 11:00am-9:00pm
Friday: 11:00am-10:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-10:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am-9:00pm
30hop
1535 SW Market Street, Suite 100, Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 289-0227
Located in the heart of the District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny is a hopping restaurant with great drinks and yummy food. Popular entrées include the 30hop burger, the Yakisoba bowl, and loaded potato soup. Their happy hour deals make it well worth the visit with 30% off appetizers, draft beer, wine by the glass, house cocktails, well drinks, and call drinks Sunday through Friday from 3pm to 6pm.
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 11:00am-10:00pm
Saturday-Sunday: 10:00am-10:00pm
Bubba Southern Comforts
200 10th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 257-4744
Located in downtown Des Moines’ Western Gateway area, Bubba is bringing the south to this Des Moines restaurant. Their comfortable dining area, patio, and cocktail lounge makes for the perfect night to connect with friends. They are known for their fried green tomatoes, deviled eggs, fried chicken & waffles, shrimp & grits, chicken-fried steak, gumbo and more.
Hours:
Sunday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Monday-Thursday: 11:00am-9:00pm
Friday: 11:00am-10:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-10:00pm
Those were the 3 best Des Moines restaurants, check them out yourself!
