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    Grimaldi’s Pizzeria

    4.0 (37 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Wine Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    GRIMALDI’S PIZZERIA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Caesar Salad (Lunch deal with a big slice, salad, and drink)
    Andrea T.

    After seeing a sign advertising their lunch deal for a giant slice, salad, and a drink for $10.99, we decided to stop in for Friday lunch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They've done a nice job with the interior and there's lots of space to dine in without feeling like you're sitting on top of the table/people next to you.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There were probably around 10 tables when we got there for lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waiter did a good job taking our orders and tending to us. Honestly may have been one of the better servers we've had in a while. So props to him! Food wise, the salads were good. Fresh and not soaked in dressing which I always appreciate. I ordered my slice with the white garlic pizza with chicken, artichokes, and sweet red peppers. I anticipated a flavorful slice. My husband ordered the traditional pizza with sausage and mushrooms. When they came, we saw two very differently baked slices. Both were what I'd call more of a thin crust pizza. His crust was dark and overdone. My crust was done nicely but the bottom crust wasn't crispy like I expected. It was tough to cut through and soft. My flavors didn't pop like I was expecting. I couldn't really taste much garlic and the other toppings did little to help. Sadly, it was bland. My husband said his pizza tasted good but the crust was too overdone. We did see nearby tables with a more consistent bake on full pies. Maybe the key is ordering a full one and not the lunch or by the slice.

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    Jackson D.

    An enjoyable meal! It is very good for a chain. The ingredients and freshness were fine but that's mostly what holds them back from me giving them a 5. A pro about this place is that the pizza was cooked so well! Perfect amount of crunch for me while it maintained a good structure but had a little bit of flop. The ambiance was really good. Inside is really nice but it was so nice out so we had to take advantage of their quaint little patio! Waiter was friendly as well. Vibes top notch.

    Sad little salad

    Ordered a small pizza and salad. Salad was pitiful , looks wilted . And no dressing! Pizza had a very small smattering of sausage.... Very poor excuse for a meal.

    Antipasto
    Janella N.

    We had Grimaldi's in New York a few years ago, so we had high expectations for this one. We were not disappointed! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was classy, but not too much. Very nice set up of the restaurant and we sat on the bar side and it was comfortable![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Able to watch all of our favorite football games and enjoy amazing food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Pizza and antipasto was delicious and fresh! Service was kind and attentive! If you want a great pizza and not break the bank, you will want to give Grimaldi's a chance! We'll be back for sure!

    Our 12 inch build your own pizzas
    Lee D.

    We stopped in last evening around 7 pm hoping to grab a couple of slices but discovered they are only available for a lunch special. We returned again today at 3:30 pm. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Between lunch and dinner hours, we had our choice of seating and chose a booth which gave us a Birds Eye view of the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Red checked tablecloths and Frank Sinatra music contributed to the atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Now for the food. We split a small Caesar salad and the small size was plenty big enough to split. Not overly dressed with crisp Romaine lettuce. Since we hadn't eaten lunch (and we like different toppings on our pizza) we each ordered a 12 inch build your own. The toppings tend to be pricey so your cost can add up quickly, however, the topping amount was generous. The crust was thin and spot on but did get a little soggy as time went on. We had a switch in servers mid-meal; didn't get the name of our first one but after Jacob took over, he made sure to tell us of the switch. I was almost finished with my iced tea and thinking I'd like a refill when Jacob appeared with another before I could ask which was impressive! This is not a budget pizza meal but the food was good and we would return!

    Pizza
    gill w.

    We went on a Saturday night so it was busy. We were seated pretty much right away but then it took a while for anyone to take our drink and appetizer order. We weren't in a rush so it wasn't a huge inconvenience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The checkered table clothes gave it an old pizza parlour vibe which was cool.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered the antipasto as an appetizer and it was good. The bread was soft and fresh and plate came with big slices of mozzarella. We ordered two pizzas- the Brooklyn bridge, show in the picture, and the BBQ chicken. Is it the best pizza I've ever had, no, but it was very good. Crust is very thin and a little chewy. The tomato sauce was definitely fresh which was great because I think the sauce can make or break a pizza. It was light but flavourful and filing. The BBQ chicken was also very good. The fact that the pizzas are cooked in a wood fired helped the smoky BBQ taste I think. It didn't quite taste like your typical BBQ pizza with store bought Sauce, it had a slightly elevated flavour. We also got some of the hot honey to try. I have had a few hot honeys but this one was extra hot. Very hot in its own but added a nice flavour complex when drizzled on the pizza. All in all I would recommend if you are looking for a nice place to grab a slice.

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    5 months ago

    The deep dish is amazing, this place is a regular stop for us. The food is always good and the service is excellent

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    Pizza is always so good here! Definitely recommend. Everything tastes fresh. Anything you order you will be happy with.

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    Love the Extra pepperoni and hot honey pizza. Amazing! I will be back again and again.

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    2 years ago

    It's really amazingly good and I'm not easily impressed when it comes to pizza places. Easily top 5 in Des Moines.

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    Vietopia Asian Fusion

    Vietopia Asian Fusion

    4.7
    (44 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Stopped in on Saturday for lunch after shopping at the mall. Was a little difficult to find,…read morebecause the location on yelp is a little off. Was promptly seated and didn't have to wait long to get my order in or receive my food. Now I was in early so I could see how it could get busy as service picks up because seating can be a little limited. The restaurant was clean and decorated well enough. The location doesn't do it many favors but the food is good so I'll likely come back. I requested the New Delhi-Style Noodles because I enjoy yellow curry dishes and was needless to say I was impressed. The vermicelli noodles were great dipped into the accompanying fish sauce with curried chicken bites in between. The portion was solid for lunch and I didn't feel like I needed more to get me through until dinner. Only gripe is maybe the price is a little high for anything other than chicken but that's life right now. I'll likely stop back in to try a few more dishes when I'm back in the area.

    Tried Vietopia (carryout), and overall...we left a little confused…read more The wings were honestly the highlight--really, really good. Didn't get much "lemon pepper," but still super flavorful. Potstickers were just okay. The dipping sauce didn't do them any favors--this felt like an easy upgrade they're missing. Imperial Egg Rolls were the biggest letdown. At $17 for three, I expected something memorable...they just weren't. Pad Thai landed squarely in "average." Grilled Honey Roast Chicken Egg Noodles was a mixed bag. The chicken itself was delicious, but the noodles were pretty bland--and oddly, they didn't really work together. Royal Fried Rice was a win. The combo of BBQ pork, sweet sausage, and shrimp came together really well. Seafood Noodle dish was unfortunately pretty bland. All in all, a few bright spots, but not a place we're rushing back to--though I'd reorder those wings without hesitation.

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    House phone special , pretty good
    House phone special , pretty good
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    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

    3.8
    (114 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    I've been here a few times and usually have an ok experience. We often sat with empty glasses even…read morewhen we've gone on slow days because the wine attendants usually seem to be caught up in their own conversations. But tonight was awesome! We did a wine tasting and our attendant Gabby recommended wine that made my non wine loving husband reconsider. She found a wine he greatly enjoyed and we got a bottle just for him. She was so much fun and her knowledge was astounding. She said she'd only been there about a month but you could tell she took her job seriously. We never had an empty glass. I was super disappointed that she left before we could fully cash out because we wanted to tip her. She was super busy running back and forth between multiple guests but kept a smile on her face the whole time and still found time to talk to us like actual guests and not just paying customers. Her knowledge on the new Vinho Verde was spot on! We had to get two bottles! I definitely recommend her as a wine tasting attendant if you go there! She's amazing and very attentive!

    Great service and cool wine bar vibe here! Definitely the type of place you want to come with a…read moregroup and do some wine tasting and share some nice apps. Overall the food was good, but nothing blew me away. The chicken picatta was not overly flavorful and neither was the Asian salmon. We enjoyed the crème brûlée dessert but it was a little more pudding on the inside than I usually like. Even though food is fine, the wine tasting aspect is fun and the servers are great about helping you pair wine and food and making recommendations!

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    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
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    Prime and Providence

    Prime and Providence

    3.9
    (54 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    We made a reservation on what turned out to be a snowy spring evening. When we got there around…read more6:15 the place was very full. We were there on a Sunday so I suspect a lot of other people were taking advantage of the Sunday dinner for two like we were. We were greeted when we came in the door and the service from the time we entered until the time we left was outstanding. As we are celebrating our anniversary, our table was decorated for that which was a nice touch. We looked over the very extensive menus and did settle back in on the $99 dinner for two. In theory it is smaller portions than some of their other dishes, but there was more than enough food there for the two of us. We got the filet mignon, which was wonderfully prepared and an outstanding cut of meat. We got the 50-50 potatoes, and asked later what the 50-50 meant and discovered it's 50% potato and 50% butter and cream. They are delicious but decadent! We also got the asparagus which was very good. It had a wonderful sauce, and was tender and flavorful. We also each got the wedge salad which was almost a meal in itself. And we each got the carrot cake for dessert. We had to bring a lot of the carrot cake home because we were quite topped off at that point. The carrot cake is a slightly different twist than some, but very good nonetheless. The wine list is very good and prices are what you would expect at an establishment of this type. All in all, I would definitely go back and try some other things. If you're into oysters, they have quite a selection of those, but that's not really my jam.

    We made reservations for my husband's birthday. The door automatically opened. We were seated right…read moreaway in a booth. Place is well lit with natural light. The place is modern - a juxtaposition of the origins of the name. Waitress was spectacular. The food was amazing. I wouldn't have expected anything less than the 100% attention we got since the price for 3 was about a paycheck for many Iowans but this was for one meal in a day. Great for an experience - not for everyday.

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    Robust wine selection.
    Robust wine selection.
    Lasagnatolo
    Lasagnatolo
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    Rotating selection of craft cocktails
    Ruth's Chris Steak House

    Ruth's Chris Steak House

    3.9
    (77 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This was a 100% new experience for my wife and I! But, we wanted to do something nice and different…read morefor our anniversary. Ruth's Chris did NOT disappoint! The atmosphere it's self made the experience worth it! We ended up making a reservation and let them know that we were coming for our anniversary and they rolled out the red carpet! Rose pedals on the table, personal congratulations from most of the staff, and even the manager came and had a conversation is for a couple minutes! And absolutely cannot forget the delicious cheesecake they brought us for dessert! Obviously the food can be a little expensive, at least for our family, but the staff at Ruth's Chris made sure that it felt like every penny was put to good use! Have recommended Ruth's Chris to just about everyone that would listen! Thank you everyone at Ruth's Chris for making my wife and I's anniversary a time to remember!

    Ruth Chris has a reputation for both high quality and equally pricey dining. I've never been to…read moreone in my life so I had a preconceived notion. My spouse and I hit it for the lunch special ($16 burger). Service was the best I have ever had. The burger was excellent without any flaws as you would expect. The fries ($2) extra were limp and greasy. Bebop's fries are the best IMO. My companion got the chips which were greasy and tasted off for some reason. Ambiance is excellent. For $16 a burger it isn't bad value plus you get A+ service and surroundings.

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    Bookcase upstairs
    Bookcase upstairs
    Hashbrowns
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    Bravo! Cucina Italiana

    Bravo! Cucina Italiana

    3.2
    (125 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Went in on a Saturday night around 8pm expecting some sort of energy... and it was completely…read moreempty. Not "slow." Empty. Zero tables seated and maybe two people at the bar. I was seated immediately at the bar, which was fine, but from there the experience just unraveled. The bartender seemed scattered and overwhelmed despite the lack of guests. He mentioned he'd "check on Parmesan and bread" multiple times, but neither ever arrived. I ordered a spaghetti bolognese, an Old Fashioned, and a water. The food itself was fine -- nothing spectacular, but not bad either. The bigger issue was the service and overall atmosphere. There was no presence, no attentiveness, and no sense that anyone was managing the room. At one point I was just sitting there waiting for the check with no sign of the bartender. For a Saturday night, it felt strangely lifeless. It's disappointing because the space has potential. But service and vibe matter just as much as the food -- and right now, both are missing. I hope ownership takes a closer look at what's happening here.

    Somehow they managed to turn salmon into amazing, fulfilling meal loaded with rainbow of veggies!…read more Highly recommend. Lovely atmosphere and excellent service. I'd recommend salmon and their pastas!

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    Shrimp.Diavlo , creamy, delish and spicy
    Shrimp.Diavlo , creamy, delish and spicy
    Salmon al Fresca. Unbelievable. So good for you, yet so good and scrumptious. Flaky salmon, smorgasbord of flavor
    Salmon al Fresca. Unbelievable. So good for you, yet so good and scrumptious. Flaky salmon, smorgasbord of flavor
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