Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in Des Moines

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall healthy cuisine in Des Moines? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

30hop Ankeny

5.0

5 (45)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Ankeny

About the restaurant

At 30hop in The District at Prairie Trail, we’re all about good food, good vibes, and great company. Each visit feels fresh and inviting—a place where you can kick back, connect, and enjoy the moment. Our menu satisfies every craving, from classic comfort favorites to bold, globally inspired flavors.

Pair it all with our rotating selection of local craft beers, creative cocktails, and a weekend brunch where sweet meets savory. Whether you’re here for a casual lunch, patio drinks, or dinner with friends, 30hop delivers food for legends and hospitality with heart.

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Marlin

Dined on Oct 17, 2026

The food was very good and there were many choices. Our waitress was excellent and very friendly and knowledgeable, we’ll definitely be back.

Savor by Savor the Rise

4.9

4.9 (21)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown Des Moines

About the restaurant

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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Kathy

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

Great place! We are so happy to support quality food in Indianola.

Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar

4.8

4.8 (365)

$30 and under

American

Des Moines

About the restaurant

Casual New American dishes, cocktails & craft brews served in an airy space with minimalist decor.

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KathiGold

Dined on Oct 27, 2026

As always, the food was very good and the service was outstanding. Our server was kind, sweet, and very patient! Can’t waif to go back.

Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des Moines

4.8

4.8 (274)

$30 and under

Sushi

Des Moines

About the restaurant

Blue Sushi Sake Grill is all about good vibes and even better experiences. We bring people together through bold, sustainable ingredients, unforgettable flavors, and a vibrant atmosphere where inspired food, great conversation, and an iconic Happy Hour take center stage. Find us on Court Ave in the heart of downtown Des Moines - a natural fit for a neighborhood that knows how to have a good time. Weekly specials include All Day Happy Hour, Vegan + Sake Tuesdays, and Little Bento Bonanza Mondays. Dine in, order online, or grab a BYO(S)B to-go. Patio seating, private dining, and catering available.

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Annika

Dined on Sep 12, 2026

I love all of the vegan options! The drinks are also very good and love the ambience.

Bar Nico

4.7

4.7 (164)

$30 and under

Mexican

Des Moines

About the restaurant

Our restaurant's mantra is "Sin Maiz, No Hay Pais" meaning "without corn there is no country" as such, our tortillas are hand ground in house from heirloom organic Mexican corn varietals - made daily & cooked to order. As a result of our corn obsession, we have no flour in house & are a completely gluten-free kitchen.

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Emily

Dined on Oct 17, 2026

We had a lovely dining experience here. It was the first time for us and we ordered a few items to try. Our faves were the chicken empanadas and the rice. Our tacos were also delicious. We both ordered the specialty margarita which complimented the food. The flavors and textures were amazing. Service was on point. Haven't had such attentive service in awhile, which is refreshing. The only thing that felt off was the choice of music, kind if an odd vibe, but it certainly didn't affect our enjoyable experience.

Fresko

4.7

4.7 (1416)

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

Des Moines

About the restaurant

“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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TerryGold

Dined 2 days ago

Great as always. Nothing else more to say than to keep up the service and menu options as more competition moves into the downtown market.

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Popular dish

Molten Chocolate Cake

Destination Grille

4.6

4.6 (510)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Grimes

About the restaurant

Welcome to Destination Grille. A contemporary, upscale yet casual restaurant that reminds us of travels and destinations around the globe. We are an experience like non-other!

Please join us Monday through Saturday from 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-8pm.

Don't forget to join us for a night cap Fridays and Saturdays, our bars remain open until 11pm on both levels!

We have a lot of options with a fabulous ambience on each level, but it can be overwhelming your first time, please call if you have any questions!

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Bobbi

Dined on Oct 10, 2026

The food was AMAZING!! We were seated in the bar area so the service was a little slower but still adequate. The food came out quickly and the portions were very generous. I will definitely go back.

Alba Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (455)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Des Moines

About the restaurant

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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Wynn

Dined on Oct 27, 2026

Great food & service last Tuesday! Alba is our go-to restaurant when we have downtown events.

Splash Seafood Bar and Grill

4.6

4.6 (1922)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Downtown Des Moines

About the restaurant

DiRoNA award winning Splash Seafood Bar & Grill serves only the freshest seafood flown in daily and expertly prepared in both traditional and contemporary styles. Splash Seafood bar and Grill also serve the Midwest's finest cuts of steaks and chops with the same care as they give the seafood. Be pampered by the highly experienced wait staff in one of Des Moines most unique and elegant dining rooms surrounded by whimsical wall murals as well as 9 large salt water aquariums. Splash Seafood offers an extensive wine list, recognized with an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator, as well as a full bar specializing in tropical drinks. Also enjoy a more laid back atmosphere in the raw bar, Splash Oyster Bar & Seafood Market, just across the hallway from Splash Seafood. Enjoy all the fresh oysters and shellfish that the raw bar has to offer as well as the full menu from Splash Seafood. Also be sure to take advantage of the raw bars Seafood Market to enjoy the freshest seafood at home.

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john

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

Sablefish special was outstanding. Moist,tender and flakey. The lobster bisque was full of big and small pieces of lobster. Much more loaded than some other restaurants. Our waiter was excellent. Came by at the right times even though he was busy with other tables. Will definably come again.

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

4.5

4.5 (2018)

$30 and under

American

West Des Moines

About the restaurant

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.

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Baily

Dined 4 days ago

We made a reservation for two and we were seated right away. I had noted in the booking that it was my husband’s birthday, and both the host and server wished him a happy birthday. We also got a free dessert because of that, very nice! The food was delicious and the server was very friendly. Highly recommend the 3 course meal deal. Thank you for making his birthday special!

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