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1. Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(348)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 5 times today
Casual New American dishes, cocktails & craft brews served in an airy space with minimalist decor.
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2. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines
4.7
Exceptional(912)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 19 times today
The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!
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3. Fresko
4.8
Exceptional(1347)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Des Moines
Booked 25 times today
“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.
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4. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines
4.8
Exceptional(3312)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines
Booked 26 times today
Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.
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5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA
4.7
Exceptional(1636)
$$$$
• American • Clive
Booked 79 times today
Award-Winning Wines | Craveable Dishes | Innovative Cocktails | Wine Country Hospitality The inspiration behind Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was the desire to bring the Wine Country experience to all of America by combining a Napa-style tasting room with a modern casual restaurant. Built upon the belief that food and wine have the ability to forge lasting connections, Cooper's Hawk is home to one of the world's largest wine clubs.
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6. Proudfoot & Bird
4.6
Exceptional(814)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 11 times today
Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.
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7. Eatery A
4.7
Exceptional(597)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Des Moines
Booked 82 times today
Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.
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8. Mulberry Street Tavern
4.3
Awesome(654)
$$$$
• American • Des Moines
Booked 5 times today
Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Looking for something..... well, more? How about a 12oz bison ribeye or hand made pappardelle with short rib ragout. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught. As we are a quaint eatery, our space for parties over six is limited.
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9. AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino
4.6
Exceptional(1213)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Des Moines
Booked 17 times today
AJ’s Steakhouse proudly serves renowned Iowa steaks and chops, seafood and poultry in a classy, yet comfortably casual, atmosphere. Located inside Iowa's premier gaming and entertainment venue, AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows invites you to enjoy some of the best American cuisine you'll find anywhere in central Iowa. We promise that our outstanding menu and attentive service will leave you truly satisfied. Join us soon for an unforgettable dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. Check out our full menu online. Then stop in and indulge yourself with all that our award-winning chefs can prepare for you.Book your next big event at the AJ’s Steakhouse Party Room. A comfortable room, elegant table setting, customized menu with world-class wines, and dedicated staff providing gracious service.
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10. Dave & Buster's - Des Moines
3.4
Very Good(153)
$$$$
• American • West Des Moines
Booked 8 times today
Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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  • Ellen
    Iowa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Always a great meal, lovely atmosphere and terrific staff!!
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    Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar$$$$• American• Des Moines
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    4.8
  • Ken
    Iowa •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We went to Fresko with out of town friends and it was a fun, lively evening with great food. One of the guests is gluten-free and found many options to suit him
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    Fresko$$$$• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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    4.8
  • Kelsey
    Iowa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    ad the best girls night dinner at 801 Chophouse. Our server, Chloe, was absolutely phenomenal! She gave honest wine recommendations for our dinner selections and gave spot-on insights to the menu that made the entire experience feel elevated without ever being pretentious! Every suggestion complemented the meal perfectly, and you could tell she genuinely knew and cared about the menu and our dining experience. As a patron, this is what great hospitality feels like! The atmosphere was classy and intimate, the food was outstanding, and the service made the night unforgettable. Perfect place for a special dinner, celebration, or just a much-needed night out with friends. Already looking forward to going back. 🍷 We enjoyed the special carpaccio appetizer, summer strawberry salad, east coaster oysters, waygu filet, a surf and turf, and a plethora of sides. The perfect mid- week girl dinner splurge. Chloe was patient with our lack of timeliness, attentive to needs, and the best host! We are so grateful for our experience and are sure to be back soon.
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    801 Chophouse – Des Moines$$$$• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines
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    4.8
  • Meri
    Iowa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The restaurant provided a great experience with attentive service from the waiter. It was an ideal location for celebrating a birthday, and the staff were very accommodating to our needs. Oh and everyone had rave reviews on the food.
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    Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA$$$$• American• Clive
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    4.7
  • Kendra
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 28, 2026
    Love had fun it was a good time friendly service and fast!!!
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    The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines$$$$• American• Des Moines
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    4.7

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