4.6* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $25 04/19/2026 Another chance to experience one of our favorites this morning to use up a gift card and meet a friend visiting from Brazil. As has been the case on each of our visits, the food and atmosphere were off the charts. The service wasn't quite as prompt this morning as what I've become accustomed to, but the experience was still great. Best of all...I saw that they now have a daily Happy ("Flocktail") Hour everyday before they close - and it is a 50% Off special - so now I can add them to HappyHourDesMoines.com also!! Today, my wife ordered the Chicken Fried Steak and a Bloody Mary (see pictures) - and with all of the new items on the menu, our friend ordered the Smoked Corn Beef Hash (see picture) and I went with the Healthy Hatch Tacos (see picture). I swapped one of my tacos with our friend for 1/2 of his hash, sampled my wife's Chicken Fried Steak - and can assure you that you will NOT go wrong ordering any of them, as all were absolutely delicious!

Imagine hot fluffy pancakes with melted butter and tasty maple syrup cascading down the sides…read moreserved up at Early Bird in west Des Moines evoking an exciting hmmmm of enjoyment. Patrick was the entertaining server -- who delivered an entree with a jovial pun. The total atmosphere was very courteous and friendly -- making the entire meal an explosion of relaxing goodness.

I stopped in during a recent road trip and I wish I would've had more time to spend here. The…read moreinterior is pretty big and has table and bar seating. Everything was clean and service was friendly. They have lots of cool merchandise and several to-go beers. They do serve food but I didn't try any. I only had a beer because I wasn't at my final destination but they have a pretty wide variety with lots of different styles. I went with one of their flagship beers-the Neon Hazy IPA. I really enjoyed it and even got some to go so that I could enjoy back in KC. Next time I'm passing through, I'm definitely going to stop and hopefully plan a little better so that I can try more beer and food.

Good service and creative beers, especially in the sour and sugary spectrum. The unfortunate part…read moreis that some of those beers are TOO sugary that it doesn't taste/feel like beer anymore. I had experienced Barn Town at a beer festival and researched them before visiting town, so I know the experimental candy-influenced collabs are kind of their thing. The PB and Grape Jelly sour was nice and the Watermelon Sour Batch Buddies was the best of the State Fair themed bunch. Everything else packed too much of a flavor punch for me... to the point of upsetting my stomach which NEVER happens when I drink beer. I would actually go back and try some of their flagship (normal) beer offerings and food specials to get a more well rounded opinion of the brewpub.

Delicious food and great service. Haven't had a meal here that I didn't love. Great for breakfast…read moreor brunch, but their sandwiches are amazing too.

4.6* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $24 05/31/2026 We enjoyed our visit to the Des Moines location, so wanted to give the West Des Moines location a try with our son, daughter-in-law and grandson. I'll cut to the chase with just a list of the dishes that we thoroughly enjoyed (all of which have pictures attached below): Homemade Pop'd Hearts (x2), Traditional and Turkey with Avocado Friends with Benedicts , Gimme Meats - Omelet and Biscuits & Gravy! As I hope the pictures portray, these were all very good and we would highly recommend all of them! You won't go wrong with a stop here for Breakfast or Lunch. I would recommend that you make a reservation though, as they are very busy. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow.

Cracker Barrel on steroids. Would definitely be 5 star but…read moreI need to try more items. The turkey Reuben was fire, the salad was delicious, and my friends burger looked scrumptious. Can't wait to come back. The service was great, and unique ambiance...

Machine Shed was a bit of a mixed bag for us. The overall vibe reminded me a little of an older,…read moremore worn-down Cracker Barrel. There's carpet throughout the dining area, which unfortunately makes the whole place feel a little dingy and dated. One of the coolest things about the restaurant is actually outside. It's located near what used to be a farm, and there's a chicken coop along with a nice herb and vegetable garden that you can walk through. It was a fun and unexpected thing to explore while waiting for our food, especially with a kid. The food itself was very hit or miss, and nothing really wowed our group. I ordered the sirloin medium rare, but it came out closer to medium, and I didn't think the quality of the steak was particularly good for the price. The presentation was also a little odd, with the steak served on a very well-used tin-style plate that had definitely seen better days. Other dishes were mixed as well. The onion strings were a hit, and one person really enjoyed the Reuben. The corn was excellent, and most of us liked the coleslaw and rolls. There was also pieces of spice cake or pumpkin bread tucked underneath the rolls, which was an unusual but surprisingly nice addition. On the other hand, the liver was dry, the prime rib was fattier than expected with quite a bit that wasn't really edible, and the mashed potatoes were very dry and bland. They also bring several family-style sides to the table whether you order them or not, including things like cottage cheese. It felt a little strange and somewhat wasteful since we didn't want or touch some of it, and overall it creates a LOT of food on the table. The meal wasn't particularly inexpensive either. Before tip, we spent about $70 for two adults and a child, which felt pretty steep considering the overall quality of the food. I will give them credit for the country store area. These types of restaurant gift shops can sometimes be filled with a lot of random junk, but this one actually had some interesting Iowa and farm-themed items that were fun to browse. Service was perfectly good, but overall this was more of an interesting one-time experience for us than somewhere I'd be eager to return to. We were invited here rather than choosing it ourselves, and I'm glad we tried it, but there are too many better dining options in the Des Moines area for me to be clamoring to come back.

Was in town for the jr Olympics so we had to come here. Inside the restaurant you will find a lot…read moreof cool hip hop related art with breakfast themes. Service was great and the food was awesome. We had the mo puff mo problems, which remind me of an almond danish. We also had a McJammy sandwich which reminded me of an egg McMuffin but better. It had fresh toast for the buns and candied bacon. I would come back again if I were in the area.

Love the idea of brunch & lively music jam! Gluten free…read moreoptions include, pancake, waffle, & French toast as well as a hash, omelets, chilaquiles, breakfast tots, & a pizza. Vegan options include pancakes, hash, and French toast. The atmosphere felt a little dirty but the service and food were great!

SHOUT OUT Gary! He was fantastic! Great service and atmosphere. Food was also very delicious…read more Coffee and drinks were the best! Very clean as well!

WOW!! I had the absolutes best breakfast. The Senor Borracho was and absolute delight. The cheese…read morepapusa was oozing with cheese. The carnitas were flavorful and the nice pop of acid from the pickled red onions was pure bliss. Who doesn't love a gooey poached egg on top. My husband got the basic B but then followed it up by the crepe flight. The place was crazy busy but it was a Sunday at 11. The seats in the bar are first come first served so we didn't have to wait. Brittany and Vicki were very attentive. I will definitely come back! Dreaming of Senor until then!

While I really do not like the actual seats (they are hard and uncomfortable) that is my ONLY…read morecomplaint. The atmosphere is always inviting and nice. Peaceful. Not too loud at all. Definitely a decent menu with options it not overwhelming. Enjoyed a coffee and a cranberry mimosa (who knew such a thing existed) it's the best! And that omelet was delicious. Enough for a snack later too. Staff have always been very friendly and attentive as well. This is my favorite location.

I chose this place specifically for their avocado toast, and it did not disappoint. First, it was…read morehuge. Then it was unbelievably delicious and beautiful. All of the ingredients shined, from the avocado (of course) to the corn salsa, feta cheese, cucumber and pickled onions. Each added its own distinct flavor and texture but didn't overwhelm the whole. The coffee was superb and the service was delightful. Finally the ambiance was clean, modern and inviting. Highly recommend!

5 stars for 5 Borough Bagels…read more If you're looking for a bagel spot with sweet and savory options this is the place! The staff is friendly and the menu has something for everyone. There's plenty of seating and our order came out super quick!! I also ordered a London fog with honey and it was delicious! This spot has been the best spot we've found on our 40+ hour roadtrip! 10/10 would bagel again

Today I visited to get myself a bagel and was slightly disappointed. They used the wrong flavor of…read morecream cheese, so I didn't enjoy my treat like I thought I would. What was even more dramatically different from previous visits was the lack of cleanliness. Only one table was occupied, yet the rest of them were dirty. The floors were not clean and the most offensive issue was the sewer odor in the hallway leading to restrooms. I will try again and hope it was a just a bad day.

I was staying at the hotel and after looking at these reviews, I almost did not order, but I'm glad…read moreI did. I had some of the best meatloaf wrapped in bacon ever with a delicious beef soup. I was surprised how good it was..

This restaurant and bar is located in the Marriott where I stayed. I didn't expect much from a…read morehotel restaurant but they really delivered. So I ate here three times so I think I got a good sense of the place. Highlights - Get here during happy hour (4-6). Excellent drink specials and 1/2 off appetizers, at least those were the specials when I was there. - The flatbreads are pretty good. Thin, cracker type crust. Lots of toppings to select from. - The wings were damn good. - Artichoke dip was great - Nice draft beer selection including local beers on tap - Bartenders were great. Very friendly and knowledgeable My experience was at lunch and dinner. Not sure about the breakfast. I would recommend Two Rivers Grille, especially if you are staying at the hotel.

We brought in a large party on a Sunday morning. Service was outstanding - friendly and every order…read morewas accurate. The food was also delicious. I would strongly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting a delicious diner-style breakfast with excellent service.

Used to be one of our favorite places. Even when busy they were on top of it. Went yesterday…read moreabout 10:30. They were busy and service slow but we were OK. Husband ordered a Swiss burger. They asked how he wanted it cooked ..medium. came out well done and very dry and skinny. Fries were cold. Was hard to get a water refill. Best thing was my large blueberry pancake. The last few times we've been here things were lacking. Unfortunately we'll find other places in the future.