Super friendly service and a great relaxed "divey" atmosphere plus the best wings I've ever had. I wish this place was closer to my home, because I'd be there all the time! Get the wings and see what the hype is about, you will not be disappointed. Just try to be patient when waiting for your wings and understand that they take a little bit of time to make. read more

This is a dive bar, which honestly are pretty cool places to come to. The beer was nice and cold and the atmosphere was very casual. Unfortunately I've heard absolutely great things about the wings. As a personal preference I didn't think the wings were that great. They had decent flavor but they were the same fried wings you get at the big box restaurants, and they only had one flavor?? Again this is an opinion, but if you want some outstanding wings you have two options. The first would be to go to chicken coop in the Des Moines area. They grill them and have a great selection of sauces, so it is a tad healthier but more importantly, juicy. The second is to get yourself a smoker, (I use electric), and find a good easy recipe online. In about two hours you can have some fantastic wings that were smoked right from home. I would never make a point to come here for the wings, however to have a cold beer this place would be a great place to relax at the bar top. read more

A dive bar with wings that are overrated, I heard how great these wings were from several people....Not close to being anything what people described, they are not good at all. The sauce isn't that great and the wings are done kinda crispy which is dry actually. I wouldn't go back if someone else paid for me, yes they wings are that bad, try other places before you describe these as the "best" read more

The BEST wings in Des Moines! Classic "dive bar" that is worth checking out. I have had wings from many different places and none come close to Gerri's. Usually have a few local craft beers on tap which is nice. Staff is always friendly and happy to help! read more

Wings are the best and have been forever! Family owned and great dive bar atmosphere with more than just wings to offer!

Good luck getting a drink from the snotty bartender. After waiting 10 mn for a drink she walked away to do dishes and ignore us for another 5 mn. It was a birthday and we were ready to spend $$$ but had to take our business elsewhere. read more

Talk about delicious wings! $25 bucks = a pitcher of beer and 5lbs of wings. This is the place for a guilty indulgence. The wings are tasty, the beer is cold and the atmosphere is quality. I'll definitely be back for another wing night! read more

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Just passing through the area and we stopped here for dinner, excellent Gerri's burger and cheese steak. Would definitely stop here again if we pass again read more

Food is good but they are way understaffed. The bartender is working his ass off and you feel like an ass when have to flag him down to get a beer. read more

Have you had the best wings in Des Moines? Not if you haven't been to Gerri's Bar on E. 30th. Staff was awesome. We called ahead so we wouldn't have to wait for our wings. Friendly and helpful on the phone, even better in person. The wings.....uh, amazing. Crispy, saucy, and huge. So much meat. And a delicious Sambuca shot to wash it down. We've been there almost a dozen times and the wings are just as good every time read more

Good wings....not $1 each worthy in my opinion. Bar tender/waitress was nice. Asked for crispy fries but they weren't even close to crispy.

The wings were good but service was trash. It's Monday and not busy but we've drank 2 pitchers between 2 people and our wings weren't even out. Our waiter barely came to us. I'll come back for sure for the wings but I will always hate the service. read more

Worst ever I've had bad service there before and been over charged and got bad service but this time was ridiculous me and my girlfriend go in and I ordered and multiple tables come in after is and get service before us and leave fuck you Gerrys never going back I don't care how good your wings are shit service read more

It has been quite a while since i have had worse service. 2 ladies working the bar were openly hostile to anyone but their regulars. Waited over 15 mins to get even acknowledged that we brought a part of 8 in. The youngest person in the group was 42, and she carded the entire group, and asked anyone without their ID to leave, and did it rudely. I don't mind them carding, but if you are over 40, you usually don't get an attitude. Was told we can order things, but only the fryer was on. Again, in rude manner. It was made very clear to us that we were an inconvenience to them and they didn't want us there, but we had already committed to we stayed through. Overall, it is an very average bar at best with incredibly rude staff. Try another bar!! read more

Our friend wanted to take us out to lunch today and said we were going to Gerry's. I have never heard of this tavern so as usual I go to Yelp to see the reviews. I have to say that I was a bit hesitant to go there, but thought I will give them a shot. I was glad that I did! The server Dana was very pleasant and personable. We were not seated long before she came and took our orders. The food was delicious! I had a tenderloin and fries ( half of which I took home), my husband and his friend both had Hot Sausage Sandwiches. The food was tasty, the fries were crispy. The bar was clean, the bathrooms were clean. The other patrons were friendly as well. We will be going back for sure!!!! I did post pics of our food on the website. 3 sandwiches a pitcher of beer and a mixed drink for under 40.00 !!!! read more

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Wings are amazing! They are bigger than most other places and are very juicy. Definitely worth a visit!

God awful, elementary menu items. This place has no class. Yuck.. I wish I could rate it zero stars. The whole staff looks like they're on meth amphetamines. The food is cold, the service is slow, the staff are rude. Don't waste your time. The bar area wreaks of raw sewage. read more

Worst service ever! Got there around 9:45 and the place was decently busy. Sat at the bar for about 10 min before the "inexperience" bartender came and asked if I needed anything. Ordered a blue moon and while he handed that to me, I ordered there wings to start. Waited about 20 min before going to the bar and asking them to canceled my order. The bartender insisted of getting my beer but I didn't care at that point. Closed my tab and left. Wouldn't recommend coming there while he is working. read more

The best wings I've ever had! The onion rings were a huge helping as well. The bartender was a very charismatic young woman and very helpful with all the questions we had. read more

Honestly this place is a dive bar with slightly high prices. The bartenders are rude and short. Unless you are a regular east sider and they know you by name you will undoubtably be mistreated. Don't ever ask what drinks they have or if they have drink list, you will get a look like you're a freak. They lady said we "made her nervous" because we asked for a menu. Also the place was insanely dirty. I suppose my first clue should of been the fact that it was practically empty during the fair across the street. read more

Best wings in the state with out a doubt. Its the sauce and the way they are cooked! Love stopping here any chance I get

This place sucks! Went there for wings and wings were nasty, slimy. Male bartender was yelling at his own mother in front of patrons. Not to mention, someone got killed outside in the parking lot. read more

I go to Gerri's Tavern for the Italian Grinder's, their grinders are some of the best in the Des Moines Metro area, go hungry because these grinders will fill you up, and their fries are great also!! read more

The hot sausage sandwich was really good. The service was good and the place looked clean. Sports on TV and overall good experience. That was our first visit and we will return. Next time we will split the hot sausage sandwich basket instead of taking some home. read more

The Monday night wings are hot fresh and delicious! The restaurant is clean and well cared for! The only server and bartender, Denise was amazing! Friendly great service! Thanks Gerri's! read more

BEST wings in town. without a doubt!! Go for the platter and bring a couple buddies! This is the IRIE FIRE! Don't expect small talk from staff, just go for the wings, because they are the best in Des Moines, hands down! read more

Wings are good but on Friday night 4-21-17 the 2 waitresses were extremely rude, acted like we were bothering them. They love the regulars but to hell with the rest of us. read more

Great wings, decently priced food and drinks. The biggest draw back is service. If they could just improve response time they'd be a great bar read more

The wings are overrated. Was served beer that was expired over 2 weeks... Bartender was rude and inexperienced. Bloody marys usually come with olives and pickles if they ask you, but didn't even get asked. No flavor at all. And the last time i was there he complained about his tip while he sat there and drank on the job with a girl. two other guys at the bar had to get his attention multiple times. Let's just say my pitcher was empty ALOT. Owner says she'd take care of it but hasn't changed. No wonder you have a whopping 3 customers on football sundays... read more

Been coming here for years! Best place for wings, hands down. Friendly, very clean dive bar. Love this place. Highly recommend!