Excellent and great vibes. It took the bartender FOREVER to wait on us and hardly anyone was there…read more If service was better, it would be a 5 for sure. All the beer we tried was yum.

Big, uninviting, virtually undecorated space. Too hot in the summer. Too cold in the winter…read more Parking is limited and is a real problem at peak times. Products are okay but not excellent. Employees are competent and friendly but overworked. The place has akways been understaffed when I've been there. Granted that's always been during busy times.

Cute, local dive bar with intimate seating and a nice outdoor area. Plenty of variety when it comes…read moreto beers and the bartender (Jason) was patient in helping us find our perfect selection. Would definitely recommend stopping if you are in area.

Great little neighborhood brewery with good beer and pizza next door. The visiting breweries are…read moregreat but mixology is where it's at!

Although we did not eat when we went there, it does look like they have some good specials,…read moreespecially in Valentine's Day for that loved one. I love the uniqueness of the building layouts where they use old structures and make the brewery around them. Extremely friendly service was able to answer concerns.

Went to the snowglobe this year and it was so much fun! Very well decorated. Beers were good as…read moreusual, I tried the Maria which is a Mexican style beer served with a lime that I really liked. The food was also good, I had the grilled chicken sandwich with pesto mayo with a side of brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts were over seasoned but the sandwich was delicious.

Food is absolutely delicious. We ordered it to go. They packaged everything well when I went inside…read morethe restaurant smelled amazing. The gluten-free bun is one of the best buns my partner has had. Good job Chef Also the service was quick and friendly on fleet. Side note: the burger Pattie was little salty

Great experience getting a late night dinner here! I'd heard so much about Big Grove and was…read moreexcited to check it out. AMBIANCE It's a very large space, with great mood lighting all around. There's some more structured dining space on one side with a bar, and more tables and booths in a more spread out casual side. DRINK They have their own beers, but also offer cocktails and mocktails too. I had a great mocktail here and my family enjoyed their beers! FOOD I got a smashburger with a GF bun that was great, and my family enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich and reuben sandwich. We loved the fries too - very crispy! Great ranch. SERVICE Service was efficient and kind but didn't linger - looked like she was working with some understaffing surrounding the holidays. Their patio looks awesome - we'll have to come back when it's not winter!

A couple friends and I decided to try this little place out. It's located amidst a couple other…read moreplaces in a small strip "mall" type area. The outside was pretty cool with their signage and decor. Once inside, it was bigger than it appeared from outside. There were several tables both low and high top with lots of room to move. Many were playing card and board games while enjoying a beer. It was close to the end of the night on a Friday and they had a guy walking around with some pizza for sale right on site. Good deal! We tried 4 different beers and they were all pretty dang tasty. My personal favorite was the Greenbelt Trail Mile #4 (Hazy IPA). It had a lot of flavor and perfect for a hazy. I'd definitely visit 515 Brewing again when I'm in the neighborhood for a tasty beverage!

Good beer and close to the bike path. Coincidence? I think not. Have a good time with good food…read moreand beer and then avoid the Po Po on the way home.

After dinner drink here to get the Pella vibe! Such a totally cool place. Service was excellent. We…read moresat out back after getting our drinks. It was picturesque and relaxing. They are known for their Mules and Bloody Mary's. My Bloody Mary (Original Classic) was another meal! And it was excellent. Definitely will return next time in Pella, IA!

Great bar spot in Pella! Let me tell you, they have an ABUNDANCE of peanuts here! It's great. They…read morehave a bunch of tvs with different sports games on. They also had board games and 2 arcade style game machines in the back! Their draft beer options are super expansive! I was here on a Tuesday and it was packed!! Only issue was because of this being a popular spot, the service was very slow so keep that in mind if you are in a rush to be somewhere after. Otherwise, I loved the vibe in here and there were a ton of 4 person high top tables you could seat yourself at that offered great views of the tvs. There were also a few larger tables for big groups, as well as ample bar seating.

I had a really great burger and the raspberry massacre. It was extremely good. Service was great…read moreand had no issues.

The "hottest" burger wasn't spicy at all. Like most breweries, this place drowns its food in salt…read more Am not a fan. On the upside, service was quick and friendly, and the sweet potato steak fries were excellent.

Chose Lua Brewing for Dinner because it was close to Hoyt…read more We had a little bit of a wait. I started with a Climbing Kites Mixed Berry which tasted fine. The Smush Burger with American Cheese, fried onions, pickles, and Lua Sauce. I wasn't expecting it to be so incredibly delicious. I got the Lua Sauce on the side because I wanted to taste just the burger. This has to be one of the best burgers. How does this place not get recognized or have I just been sleeping because the burger is phenomenal. Juicy, great flavor, and the Lua Sauce is excellent as well. The fires were very good too. The Service was good. A minor annoyance is the 3% fee for CC. Paid cash and still got the 3% fee. Just figure it into the price of business if you're going to get charged for it either way. Just an annoyance. Will definitely return for the burger. Sorry haters I felt it was better than Lachelle's, better flavor. Just my opinion.

Given all the local and national press/awards, I expected a lot. Service was fine but the dining…read moreroom was almost too loud to have a conversation. The burger was tasty but nothing special. Fries were mostly salt. The buffalo cauliflower was the only standout. Probably won't return.

Confluence: A Biker's Paradise…read more Our most recent visit to Confluence in Des Moines was short and sweet--we met up with friends, grabbed a beer, and jumped back on our bikes. It's a fantastic spot for a quick stop or to sit and enjoy. Bike parking is ample and well-thought-out, just a short walk from the expansive outdoor patio. This space is a big draw, welcoming to both humans and dogs, and it fills up fast, especially when live music draws in the crowds. A big bonus is the limited walk-up bar on the patio, where you can order and pay with cash or card, as well as a fresh, cold water spigot to fill up your water bottle or give your furry friend a drink. The beer selection is generous, with a solid variety of their own brews and guest taps. Confluence makes some truly great beers, and the Des Moines IPA is one of my go-to staples. Inside, up the stairs, you'll find a great area with a full bar and plenty of seating, offering views of the brewery's inner workings. I believe they do tours, but I can't say for sure. One thing I can say is that the restrooms are clean and cool!

Added Confluence to our route while biking on a beautiful summer Friday night because they are…read morelocated right off the trail and had a live band playing that night. Plenty of bicycle parking, outdoor shaded seating with an outdoor bar and they were hosting a food truck. More of an A/C type, there is seating inside with the main bar and a variety of board games to keep you entertained. I appreciate the wide variety of beers, including a couple sours, seltzers and NA options. Staff were friendly and super helpful! What a great night out.