This is a happening and fun place. The zombie theme is a lot of fun. The photos with the zombies…read moreare in the hallway that separate them from people trying to dine in a way that I appreciate and reflects a thoughtful layout. I was delighted that they had vegetarian chili as a regular menu item and it was good. The burger was good too. Portions are a little on the small side, but they're also not that expensive. If I lived in this area, I would definitely come back.

Sat in the dining area for the first time. Had to show a friend visiting DSM one of our more…read more'eclectic' dining venues. I'd say this is right where Zombie burger falls. Probably not the best food you've had in your life, but it is unique. I was impressed with the fries being better than I'd expected. The staff is professional and very helpful! Nothing to complain about from their service.

This is an amaaaaazzzing spot. They have my two favorite things, pizza and tiki drinks. You will…read morefind a decent-sized private parking lot here and a walk-up pick-up window for people who placed to-go orders online. There is also free street parking available. There is a decent-sized dining area and a very nice outdoor patio as well. It was a nice day during my visit, so I sat on the patio. The staff there was very friendly. Their menu has traditional pizzas such as sausage, pepperoni, and meatzilla. They also have some unique Asian inspired creations like Tai Chicken, Mac and Cheese, General Tso's Chicken, Iowan, Crab Ragoon, and Korean Beef Chicken pizzas. They also have soups and salads, and Chinese food entrees like Beef and Broccoli, Stir-Fry Chicken, Sesame Chicken, Orange Chicken, and Chili Garlic Shrimp. And yes, they have some of the best tiki drinks and mocktails around. I ordered a Painkiller and a Waving Cat to go with my Bang Bang Chicken Pizza. It took them about 12 minutes to prepare my pie. It was fresh and hot. It was also so good. I have never had a pizza like that before. It was very flavorful and tasty. It was so good, I even forgot to take a picture of it because I just jumped right in. My drinks came out much sooner, and they were also really, really good. The staff there was very friendly and attentive. My service was first class. I am so glad I found this spot and got to experience it. I highly recommend this place, and I definitely will be back very soon.

Sweet but they were kinda sluggish with my order I almost felt angry and wanna leave but the aroma…read morekeep me staying

We went here for their Rudolph on the Rooftop holiday pop up. We loved the Christmas deco, and the…read morevibe was merry. The food was good. I really enjoyed the pesto and tuna and charcuterie board. Our waitress checked in on us often. We would come back here.

Chill sunny vibe. Attentive service and fabulous appetizers. We loved the wings along with the…read moreflatbread. But by far the best was the Traveler cocktail.

This place is such a vibe. Friendly customer service. Great menu options. Reasonably priced. I…read moredon't have a pic of the pho but it's sooo good. Perfect for a cold winter day. The thin sliced beef & & juicy shrimp & delicious broth have us coming back for more! The egg rolls... some of my favorite in Des Moines. Super authentic! Tried the sizzling beef plate & everything was SO tasty. Steak, potatoes, pork meatball, sausage, & Swiss cheese with a fried egg, the flavors of everything were on point & the steak was cooked perfectly. Oh & the drinks... can't forget the drinks! The taro smoothie & milk tea are BOMB! The sticky rice match was also great. Definitely check this place out if you're looking for something new & absolutely delicious.

Had a reservation but was not busy on a weekday evening. Made it in during happy hour and got crab…read morerangoon. Forgot to take a photo but it was chewy and had very little filling. The bun bowl had a good portion size, but pork had a lot of gristle and was pretty overcooked. Flavors were good though. Nice space and service was good. I'd try again but not rushing back.

I was in town visiting and Iowa Taproom was my first stop for dinner on recommendation from a…read morecoworker. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Iowa taproom, the beer is great and they have a very wide selection of options as well as sours too. The tenderloin was perfectly fried and crispy along with the fries. The cheese curds were very perfectly crispy and cheesy too. And we loved the Philly cheesesteak eggrolls. If you like Philly cheesesteak get these. Overall had a great experience at Iowa taproom and the service was great

I stopped in on a Friday night with a small group of friends and we were seated right away. It took…read morea little bit for our sever to come to us, but we didn't mind. We ordered drinks and food. Both came out without having to wait too long. Everyone enjoyed their meal here. I wouldn't say there's anything super special we couldn't wait to eat again, but good food and reasonable prices is a win for me. Our favorite part about this place is how many beers on tap they have. It's so fun to get a flight and try lots of local craft drinks. Definitely the place to be for a few drinks and good vibes with friends.

The Ultimate Stop for Bikes, Beer & Bites…read more After a day of biking, we made it back to El Bait Shop with some friends. This place is a solid choice, whether you're in the mood for the world's biggest selection of tap beers or some fantastic gastropub and comfort food from the lounge next door. We love it here because we can park our bikes in the provided area off the patio and still keep an eye on them. The outdoor service area is semi-shaded and the service is just as good as you'd get inside. As a beer lover, I can tell you the selection is ridiculous and expansive. If you want it, they probably have it, and from four or five different breweries at that! The menu is also loaded, with choices from both El Bait Shop and the High Life Lounge. Today, our food order was as impressive as the beer list. While I can't recall all the beers we had, the food included a Prime Rib Sandwich with tots ($14.99), the Pizza Burger also with tots ($11.99), the Philly Style Pot Roast Sandwich with a side of potato salad, and a massive bowl of Macaroni and Cheese ($11.99). We were starving after our ride, but that didn't change the fact that the food was all delicious, well-prepared, and served by our very attentive waiter, Kyle???, May. No one had any complaints, and the beer was cold and on time! Overall, we love the eclectic vibe of this place. Its downtown location gives you some great views, and more importantly, you're within walking distance of almost everything downtown Des Moines has to offer. This is a go-to spot for me, and I love taking first-time visitors here because it's so unique and the quality of both the service and the food is always on point. Oh, and did I mention the beer selection is completely insane? If you haven't been here yet, you are missing out, and you don't even know it. PRO TIP: Come here, and before you leave, slip over to the High Life Lounge for a throwback moment. Next time, start there and slip over here for a beer!

Wow this is not a dive bar, no matter who calls it that…read more We came in for a bite to eat and a beer while passing through Des Moines based on Yelp reviews. Had a sour with three fruit flavors that was lovely, and lunch of broasted chicken and beef stroganoff. The beef was surprisingly tender. Friendly service. Highly recommend this place!

The drinks are ALWAYS strong. So you know we can appreciate visiting!! There is always a line,…read morewhich is good in my eyes. Meaning the staff is making their bread because they're busy at work providing great service. Again, allow yourself a little time. Only negative is drinks are a lil dependent on who is bartending - totally fine as it's fun to find your favorite and keep with them for the evening, however if you want consistency youll need to be a lil specific!

Would die for the staff here because everyone is always so sweet. Vibes are immaculate. Popular…read moresummer spot since they have a nice patio and a cheeseburger food truck. Wide variety of canned and bottled drinks. I highly recommend their specialty cherry limeade shot, so good! Can get pretty crowded and busy on the weekends, but the staff handles it very well. They are always fast, friendly, and attentive. Elijah is the GOAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Another birthday stop!…read more Keaire (key air) Sorry if I am hacking the spelling of your name, but I wanted to mention you in my review since you are a ROCK STAR!!! We were originally heading to Alleged Lee's but they were not open yet, but Keaire (sp?) was out front and gave us the 411 and invited us to stop into Quinton's for a spell. We could not ignore her hospitality so we went in and sat at the bar (like we do). Where we were treated like royalty (well maybe not that good, but close!) We just had a couple of drinks but my birthday beer was huge! The place is fun, modern and bright. Big open garage doors let the world in and make the place feel bigger and fresh! The drinks and beer selection is fantastic; offering a wide variety of mixed drinks, the domestics beers and a host of awesome local micro brews. The walls have hand painted murals honoring sone of those breweries, Very cool touch! We will definitely need to come back in and enjoy some food. we saw some come out of the kitchen and it looked delicious!

Quinton's was known for their sandwich and soup combo…read more Everyone in my group ordered it. I guess that beer cheese soup in the bread bowl is the talk of the town. I ordered the BLT with a side of fries. Mr W ordered the buffalo chicken Mac n Cheese. Spent $39.xx with gratuity and a $1.70 service charge fee. Pro Tip: the service charge fee is an unavoidable fee. And no it's not a tipping fee. Service was ok. Our server was a little quirky but it was fine. Glad that they got us in and out of there on time. Ambiance was typical bar feel. Plenty of places to sit and open space. I can see this place more enjoyable in the summer with the giant windows open and with some good friends. I enjoyed the music that was playing tonight. I felt that was the only thing that exceeded my expectations.

The service is top notch, the food unsurpassed, and the amazing ambiance is one of a kind in this…read moretown! Great drinks and great meats and cheese!

Attentive staff. Delicious drinks. Speakeasy style ambience. The menu is all new since June 2025…read more Great little cocktail spot in The historic Savory Hotel in downtown Des Moines.

Buzzard Billy's is great! Food is delicious. Service is…read moregreat- ask for Brandon - he's the best!!!

Just had a great experience at Buzzard Billy's. The food was genuinely impressive. Everything came…read moreout hot, fresh, and full of flavor. I had the Crescent City Chicken, and it was enough food for two. The kitchen was clearly putting in the effort. But the standout was our server, Allianna. From the moment we sat down, she made us feel genuinely welcome. She checked in at the right times without hovering and had a way of making everyone at the table feel taken care of. I highly recommend Buzzard Billy's for its great food and excellent staff.