Saturday morning - had about an hour wait to get in but the food, staff, and experience made it all worth it! There wasn't a bad looking item on the menu. The coffee cake is HUGE but delicious. Plan on sharing it or bringing some home. The honey bee latte (hot) was flavorful without being too sweet. I tried their signature salsa verde pork and eggs and it was every bit as good as described. Lots of fresh ingredients and SO flavorful! Hands down, HomeGrown is a must if you're in Des Moines. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Salsa Verde Pork & Egg, The Honey Bee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

HomeGrown Hit the Spot We stopped at HomeGrown for brunch after a Friday morning ER visit, and it ended up being a really nice way to reset the day. I had the Salsa Verde Pork & Egg with a pancake on the side, and Kim had the seasonal Limoncello French Toast. We both had caramel lattes, and everything was excellent. The place was moderately busy, but service was friendly and excellent. It has a bright, cheerful feel inside, and the outdoor seating looked really inviting too -- I just wasn't dressed for hot weather that morning. Prices felt reasonable for the quality, and the menu has a fun mix of breakfast and lunch options with seasonal specials thrown in. Good food, good lattes, great service, and a really nice atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! read more

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This was one of the best places I have been to in a while. Des Moines HomeGrown did it right. We debated on going because we were arriving 30 mins before close, which I hate doing because that's when everyone is trying to clean up and get their side work done. We saw there were a few table so we decided to try it with the intention to be quick. Boy am I glad we did! Started with the sunrise juice, a carrot juice blend and the homemade strawberry lemonade both were so fresh and delicious. We tried the brown sugar and cinnamon pop tart and that was heaven in my mouth. So much flavor and goodness. I ordered the limoncello French toast and it is a slice of fresh baked lemon bread made into French toast. The flavors were rich and the texture was fluffy. A must try while it's in season. Others got the turkey and avocado Benedict and the pancakes with eggs and bacon. All cooked to perfection. Our server Jess was so nice and we did tip her well for being so last minute, but to our credit we were out of there at 6 mins after closing while everyone was still working to close up. I try to not show up late but this one was so worth it!! read more

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The food here is just delicious. Even the things that I try here that are out of mu comfort zone end up being tasty! If you like coffee be sure to try the Honeybee (hot or iced)! Service is usually stellar and the location is fairly convenient with lots of parking (in the back too!) My only complaint is that my friend I go to the restaurant with who is in a wheelchair due to mobility issues has to park in back and roll all the way around the building. Its fine on a nice day, but sucks if its extra warm or super cold. I know this isnt the fault of the restaurant, but the building owners . The ambiqnce is fine, if its busy it get a little louder than I'd like. Maybe some strategically placed sound dampening tiles? I get the industrial look, but with the concrete floors, its a bit of an echo chandler when itw busy. read more

Loved the food and service here. It has such a cute atmosphere. I loved their seasonal offerings as well. Our waitress was really kind! read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

The decor is super cute and fresh with blues and whites. It was pretty loud inside. Server was super sweet and attentive. Lots of yummy options, it was hard to pick. The food was so fresh and delicious. The lemon pop tart was amazing. We also got salsa verde with carnitas that was so yummy. I was super impressed and loved the food. read more

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Huge breakfast place inside a done up warehouse. The food was good and the right amount of food at that. The service was nice and everyone seemed very friendly. The place has a nice feel as it as budget friendly upscale feel. Very family friendly as well! read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - The French toast with bacon and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

One of my favorite breakfast places in the DSM Metro. The price is pretty reasonable since the food is delicious and high quality. My favorite is the Poptarts. Anytime we go, we typically get at least 2 flavors and you can never go wrong. They are a must order when you go. The service has always been great and we have a wonderful experience every time we go. Always a good meal to be had here. read more

I LOVE a good brunch place. This is a good brunch place. I ordered their biscuits and gravy and their pop'd hearts. I like their idea of making things from scratch. The biscuits and gravy was very yum with a good amount of spice. The eggs and potatoes were nothing out of the ordinary. The pop'd hearts were a very sweet pastry that I shared with my sister. Our server was so so kind. Would love to come back and try more. read more

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Walked in and the place was packed. Was told it would be an hour wait, but I do not think we were even waiting 10 minutes before we were sat down. This restaurant is in the old Crescent Chevrolet building as someone who spent a lot of time here as a kid it was really cool to see what changes have been made. The menu is a lot. Trying to understand how to read the gluten free/vegan menu was slightly disconcerting as well. Also if you cannot eat oats as someone needing to be gluten free do NOT order the gluten free bread. As someone who is also allergic to oats like about 50% of the gluten free community this greatly disappointed me because it majorly cut down on what I could eat off the menu. The sunrise juice was made mostly with carrots. I could barely taste the pineapple or apple. I could not taste the ginger at all. My mom ordered the salsa Verde pork & egg which I will be ordering next time. That was so flavorful and delicious. The gluten free friendly short stack comes with 3 pancakes. And tasted a bit of flour but were very tasty. And I ordered gimme the meats omelet without gravy, cheese, or English muffin. The roasted rosemary potatoes were a little overcooked as well. read more

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Homemade pop tarts are amazing! All the food is so fresh tasting. Highly recommend! Our server today was so attentive and kind. Will def return when back in the area. read more

Amazing food and service, per usual. Great atmosphere as well! Food quality is always consistent and fresh! read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - This is the season chicken salad sammie. SO GOOD! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Great food, great service. Very busy but quick service. The pancakes were super tasty. Most of the menu items are made in-house. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Gluten free pancakes and sausage with cheesy scrambled eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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If you go there on the weekends, you can expect to wait at least 45 minutes to an hour for your table. The food was very good. I was there with my son. If i'm in the area I would definitely go back. read more

Food is great, haven't had any complaints with their menu so far! Service is also pretty fast and friendly. Always-always check in on the app. Weekend brunch is always busy but the app saves a lot of the hassle when trying to get in. I love that they alternate some specials with what's in season however their main menu stays the same. One of my favorite items on their main menu is definitely the west coast omelette! read more

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Wow! I love this sweet spot! Before our road trip back to Chicago, we stopped for an early breakfast. It was so much better than we could have imagined. Located in a small business complex. We walked in to a bright and cheerful room that was so lovely. Kindness messages were all around. Our server was so pleasant and sweet. She was patient and helpful. The menu is so diverse and interesting. I wanted something sweet so I chose the croissant French toast. My friend enjoyed a savory Mexican dish. The were both delicious. The orange juice was fresh squeezed, the latte was tasty and my simple black coffee was rich and balanced perfectly. I wish I lived in Des Moines so I could become a regular at this wonderful restaurant that serves fresh food with kindness. read more

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Solid drinks and great service. Always busy so definitely put your name on the wait list. A great atmosphere as well! Food is great!!!!! read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Salsa Verde Pork & Egg - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Great food, bright clean setting. My pork and chili verde had just a little heat but not too much. The rosemary potatoes were diced and tender. Girlfriend had the veggie scramble with a massive buttered English muffin and rosemary potatoes. Filling and very tasty. Really pleasant place. We sat at the bar and the service was a little slow but still a great meal. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Veggie scramble with potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Stop in for some delicious hot and authentic food. When I. The city it is not a bad choice. Food was good and service was great. read more

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When we arrived we were told it would be a 25 min wait which was ok for a weekend but after only 2 minutes we were texted that our table was ready. The waitress was great quick at getting our order and even apologized that my juice was taking a few extra minutes which I appreciated. She brought our coffee cake pretty quick and it was amazing. With a nice sauce, it was even served warm so delicious. My eggs Benedict was great with turkey and avocado. My husband got the all meat omelet and loved it as well. The ambiance was a little loud but cozy at the same time. And the bathrooms were very nice with cute country decor. We loved it, and prices were pretty reasonable we will be back for sure. read more

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Such a cozy place to go on a rainy day with family for breakfast! They have plenty of parking, both in front and in the back of the building. Highly recommend to join the Yelp waitlist prior to arriving! On the weekends, the wait can average around 25-45 minutes. The food was great. The tomato soup was soo good! I also got the lemon curd pancakes, which were very lemony, but they didn't provide a side of lemon syrup, which was a bummer. I will say that it was pretty loud. It was difficult to hear what the waitress was saying, as well as our own conversations. Overall, I would definitely visit again! read more

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Made from scratch kitchen and you can tell! Service is always great and very friendly. Great start to any morning!

Yummy breakfast experience, great service, zero complaints! I had the Eggs Benedict. Servings are very generous. Establishment is clean. If I was a local this would be a go-to. My two companions ordered off the 55 plus menu which had quite a few options as well. Only noticeable difference was smaller size and price. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Service was great, our waitress was so kind and very attentive. The food was excellent and nice presentation.The menu also has fun seasonal items. Definitely a great place. Check it out if you are in the area. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

We are visiting from CT, and every time we are in Des Moines, we always go to Homegrown for breakfast. The food is consistently good, but today I want to talk about service - Bree (a trainee) and Miranda are the exemplary waitresses and attended to our every request and beyond. I received a gift of sweetness overload for the two weeks ahead. Thank you, Miranda and Bree, for all that you do. You are making a difference for your customers! read more

Love the food! This location was great! Not too busy! Sister had the Pop'd heart brown sugar and was delicious. I had biscuits and gravy and was soo tasty! Have visited the Wichita one too and the food is the same! So you know what you order at what location, it's going to taste the same at all of them! Will definitely be back as have medical appointments in Des Moines! read more

I love the local menu. The atmosphere was really nice and they have outdoor seating. Also love that they have a waitlist feature online. My service has always been good. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Avocado toast (minus egg) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Some of the most reliably tasty and well-portioned food with a great atmosphere and fair prices. Only downer is that the Sunday brunch rush is too many people...good for them. Glad to see solid businesses do well read more

Highly recommend this place! Was in town visiting family and was recommended to come here! It truly was so good and I would come back when I'm in town next! It was a little busy but the staff didn't make it feel crazy, they slowed down and answered all questions. It's a cute place with fun decoration, also good spots for larger groups. The food was very good! Everyone loved what they got! I got their tomato soup and probably one of the best I have had! read more

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Incredible place from start to finish! Came here on a busy Sunday morning and waited for about 10 minutes to get a table. Food was unique and delicious, especially their renowned sweet potato pancakes. I had low expectations and they were some of the best pancakes I've ever had. The server was incredibly kind and helpful, we never felt rushed and were always taken care of. The decorations remind you of a bee hive and is fresh and light and fun. Would be back if I'm ever in town! read more

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Excited to have a big chunk of our team in one place, my colleagues and I planned a team breakfast the morning after our event. We had about a dozen people and despite having a fairly full restaurant for a weekday morning, they seemed able to accommodate us just fine. Our server was very friendly, patient, and took great care of us. Everyone seemed happy with their beverages and food. I opted for an iced honey bee with oat milk and an "it takes the cake" breakfast. No complaints, but nothing special either. We had a little bit of everything on the table. Other folks went for chilaquiles or the granola bowl among other things and everything looked delicious. I'd certainly return and might add it to my list of places to take clients. Very nice space. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - It Takes the 'Cake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Great service, great food! Home Grown never disappoints. The home made pop-tarts are a must try!!

Visited the Des Moines location since it was close to our hotel, but definitely a chain restaurant feel. Had the chilaquiles with the carnitas and the Gimme the Meats scramble as well as a cold brew to drink. Their coffee was delicious, but I also need a little cream in mine! The carnitas were seasoned very well. Really enjoyed the salsa verde and queso fresco in the chilaquiles. Omelet had a very hearty portion of all the meats! Both portions were huge! read more

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We thought this was a chain that we go to in Seattle but it seems not to be related. It was a nice brunch place that we walked to from the downtown hotel we were staying it. It had nice outdoor seating that no one else was using (the waitress commented that people in the area don't seem to like to sit outside, but we were loving it on an unusually warm fall day). The food was all as expected and good. The serving size of the potato side was disappointingly small and it was cold. When we told the waitress, she brought another order that was twice as big and hot! read more

A Home Run at Home Grown! We visited the West Des Moines location of Home Grown on a Sunday and were so impressed that we made it a point to visit their downtown Des Moines location the very next day--and it was just as outstanding! On day one, I had the chilaquiles with an English muffin on the side with some tasty jam and a mocha coffee--all delicious! My partner ordered the Iron Man omelet with a side of breakfast potatoes, and I have to say, those potatoes were cooked perfectly--crispy outside, tender inside, and seasoned just right. The next morning, we continued the experience downtown. I sipped on the refreshing Sunrise juice and enjoyed the traditional eggs Benedict (minus the bacon), while my partner had The Honey Bee latte and avocado toast with over medium eggs. We split a plate of buttermilk pancakes, and every bite was a delight. From the fast and friendly service at both locations, to the lively yet relaxed vibe, to the impeccable food coming out of the kitchen--everything was truly perfect. Home Grown has officially won us over. It's not just a restaurant we love--it's one of the reasons we're excited to move to Des Moines. Thank you, Home Grown, for serving up such consistent quality in food, service, and experience. We'll absolutely be back--often! read more

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Incredible food, service, and portion sizes! Loved the energy when I had brunch here, and have also had this delivered and it's always prepared and packaged well. read more

Service here was wonderful and as always food was great. Red velvet pancake was a nice seasonal sub. Easily our favorite brunch spot in the Des Moines area. read more

HomeGrown - Des Moines - Jon's Denver Omelet with breakfast potatoes and subbed the English muffin for a Red Velvet Pancake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

The food and service is always great at this location. It can get a little noisy but what can you expect with great food, atmosphere, people and homegrown eats?! read more

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Oatmeal was fantastic. Would go back tomorrow for it. Service was great. Very nice and personable. Gave great recommendations.

The best place in Des Moines! There's parking in the front and the back. There's clean bathrooms in the building for all folx. The service here was quick and friendly. Everything I had was lovely. There was a seasonal grilled cheese on a sign on the table and I was sold. It was yummy cheesy with a creamy tomato soup on great bread and it reeeeeaaally hit the spot. Maybe this was the best tomato soup I've ever had even! It also came with a half pickle. This was everything that I ever wanted delivered to me on a plate. I also got a side of cheesy grits because I LOVE grits and it was delicious to have that with the soup too. I didn't end up finishing the sandwich and it was still great as a leftover for dinner too. The salsa verde pork and egg (got the eggs fried and runny yolk) with rosemary diced potatoes dish was also delicious!! Also got a lemonade and a green juice and they were also so refreshing and yum. If I didn't just already have a coffee elsewhere, I would have loved to try out The Honey Bee coffee drink. Everything tasted like it was made with love and care. If in Des Moines, you have to check the place out! read more