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1. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines
4.6
Exceptional(937)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 41 times today
The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!
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2. Fresko
4.7
Exceptional(1416)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Des Moines
Booked 35 times today
“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.
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3. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines
4.8
Exceptional(3368)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines
Booked 23 times today
Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.
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4. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA
4.6
Exceptional(1795)
$$$$
• American • Clive
Booked 63 times today
Award-Winning Wines | Craveable Dishes | Innovative Cocktails | Wine Country Hospitality The inspiration behind Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was the desire to bring the Wine Country experience to all of America by combining a Napa-style tasting room with a modern casual restaurant. Built upon the belief that food and wine have the ability to forge lasting connections, Cooper's Hawk is home to one of the world's largest wine clubs.
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5. Savor by Savor the Rise
4.9
Exceptional(21)
$$$$
• American • Downtown Des Moines
Booked 2 times today
Chef Dale is joining the Savor the Rise team to bring you Savor, the same great quality you've enjoyed with the bakery and cafe, but bringing his years of culinary expertise to bring you an unforgettable dining experience!
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6. Proudfoot & Bird
4.8
Exceptional(855)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 20 times today
Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.
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7. Eatery A
4.6
Exceptional(617)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Des Moines
Booked 33 times today
Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.
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8. Alba Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(456)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Des Moines
Booked 7 times today
Alba offers a creative culinary twist on traditional American cuisine. Dishes are prepared using fresh seasonal ingredients, the finest cuts of meat, and the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs. Our menu changes often, we invited you to join us to discover a new favorite.
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9. Mullets Waukee
new
5.0
Exceptional(14)
$$$$
• American • Waukee
Welcome to Mullets Waukee where one of Iowa's fastest-growing communities finally gets the American restaurant, bar & grill it deserves. We've brought the legendary Mullets experience to the heart of Waukee, serving up hearty breakfasts, classic American flavors, and a lively atmosphere built for the families, friends, and neighbors who call this remarkable town home.
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10. Mulberry Street Tavern
4.3
Awesome(682)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 11 times today
Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Looking for something..... well, more? How about a 12oz bison ribeye or hand made pappardelle with short rib ragout. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught. As we are a quaint eatery, our space for parties over six is limited.

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