The Des Moines Guidebook!
Food scene
Here are some of the food places I recommend in the area!
Located in East Village, Zombie Burger + Drink Lab is one of Des Moines' best burger places! They have a wide selection of food, and drinks you can enjoy with your loved ones.
44 locals recommend
Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
300 E Grand AveLocated in East Village, Zombie Burger + Drink Lab is one of Des Moines' best burger places! They have a wide selection of food, and drinks you can enjoy with your loved ones.
Miyabi 9
512 E Grand AveThe go-to place for sushi in Downtown Des Moines!
Scenic Route Bakery
350 E Locust StDes Moines' Korean/Japanese restaurant! The upscale decor and top quality menu selections reflect Akebono's relentless pursuit of perfection.
Akebono 515
215 10th StDes Moines' Korean/Japanese restaurant! The upscale decor and top quality menu selections reflect Akebono's relentless pursuit of perfection.
Proudfoot & Bird
1000 Walnut StreetServices premiere food in Downtown Des Moines!
Des Moines' staple breakfast restaurant, located 2 minutes by walk from the apartment!
16 locals recommend
Mullets
1253 1300 SE 1st StDes Moines' staple breakfast restaurant, located 2 minutes by walk from the apartment!
Prime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting.
15 locals recommend
801 Chophouse
801 Grand AvePrime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting.
Modern, minimalist Mediterranean-style restaurant & bar that's casual by day & intimate at night.
11 locals recommend
Proof Restaurant
1301 Locust StModern, minimalist Mediterranean-style restaurant & bar that's casual by day & intimate at night.
Stylish restaurant & bar in a renovated Art Deco firehouse with Pan-Latin dishes & cocktails.
14 locals recommend
Malo
900 Mulberry StStylish restaurant & bar in a renovated Art Deco firehouse with Pan-Latin dishes & cocktails.
Low-key spot serving Vietnamese & other Asian cuisines behind an unassuming brick facade.
9 locals recommend
A Dong Restaurant
1511 High StLow-key spot serving Vietnamese & other Asian cuisines behind an unassuming brick facade.
Tranquil restaurant in a converted '20s garage offering modern American eats & local craft brews.
The Walnut
1417 Walnut StTranquil restaurant in a converted '20s garage offering modern American eats & local craft brews.
Drinks & Nightlife
Locust Tap
434 E Locust St
Wooly's
504 East Locust StreetThe Blazing Saddle
416 E 5th StUp-Down
500 E Locust StSightseeing
State Historical Museum
600 E Locust StIowa State Capitol
1007 E Grand AveGreater Des Moines Botanical Garden
909 Robert D. Ray Dr
Principal River Walk
Principal River WalkScience Center of Iowa
401 W Martin Luther King Jr PkwyWells Fargo Arena
233 Center St