Joel, Melissa and the crew are always awesome. Today I got a couple of delicious sandwiches. A…read moreshort phone call about 10 minutes ahead of the visit and they were already when my latte was! Perfect timing and the food is really good! I also just love the way the place always smells like coffee heaven!

Enjoyed this little Indy coffee shop! We got an iced Americano and a brown sugar/cinnamon shaken…read moreespresso. Both were lovely! Love when an espresso can stand on its own in an Americano and when going half flavor on the shaken espresso, the flavor of it didn't go away. We love tasting coffee and not all the syrup flavor!

Really beautiful spot, excellent food! Service was very good, they even made a special meal for me…read morebecause I have major allergies issues and I'm also really picky.

From the owner: The Conservatory is conveniently located in the heart of Des Moines' East Village. Within blocks…read moreof some of the best restaurants, shops, and entertainment. The event center is comprised of a 5000sf ballroom that can be used as a large gathering space for a wedding, corporate event, or party or it can accommodate executive meetings, classes, and small groups that range in size and setup. The Conservatory can accommodate events for over 275 guests seating and over 421 for standing/cocktail setup. It provides the comforts of an inhouse bar, many catering options and, lighting/decor options, and a staff specially attuned to the unique needs of weddings clients, meeting planners, and all types of guests and attendees.​

Planning a wedding is more than a financial investment--it's an emotional one, built on trust and…read moreclear communication. We chose Harpor's not just for its beautiful setting, but because of the specific assurances made directly to us by the owner, Chelsie, who also served as our assigned coordinator. Unfortunately, our experience did not reflect those expectations. We held our wedding at Harpor's on June 28, 2025, and purchased their premium coordination package anticipating consistent support, timely communication, and professional service throughout the planning process. However, we often had to follow up on messages, reschedule missed meetings, and take on many coordination responsibilities ourselves. Several services listed in our package such as custom venue layouts, detailed timelines, and a final confirmation meeting, were not provided. On the day of the wedding, multiple services were either mismanaged or not delivered. For example, our five-hour open bar was initially restricted, and some guests were charged for drinks during what we understood to be the prepaid period. We also paid for the venue's late-night pizza service, which was not served. When we inquired, we were told by Chelsie, "I didn't know you wanted that," though this add-on service was included in our proposal and signed agreement. Our families had to step in and help coordinate the event, including assistance in setting up tables and transporting florals from ceremony to reception, due to a lack of available staff support. After the wedding, we contacted the venue to request a partial refund for services we believe were not rendered. Our initial message went unanswered for over a week. After several follow-ups, we heard back from a different coordinator, Justice Parker, who acknowledged the issues and said they would follow up within 48 hours. That was a week ago, and we still haven't heard anything further. It has now been nearly a month since our wedding, and we are still seeking resolution for the services we believe were not delivered. We are continuing to pursue this matter privately, but wanted to share our experience so that other couples can make informed decisions.

The place looks nice but upon closer look... Arrived the day…read morebefore to find a dirty venue, not staffed, dirty house and lots of excuses. Trash was outside the front door from a wedding three days earlier. In fact the same trash was there after we left. Very disappointed for my daughter on what was to be her special day.

This is an entertainment complex in the heart of Ankeny. It has a 12 screen movie theater, a video…read morearcade, and a bowling alley. They also have a full bar in the front and a patio area outside. They have a large private parking lot and is very clean, updated and trendy. This place is perfect for date night, family night or a gathering with your co-workers. Be on the lookout for the complex's Game Night. I did not visit the movie theater part. I spent my time at the bowling alley and arcade. They also have a private room that can be rented out for special events such as birthdays and corporate parties. The lanes were $30/lane (up to 6 bowlers for an hour), plus $5/per bowler for shoe rental. The lanes were very modern. They have electronic scoring and there are bowling assist tools available. As I mentioned they have a full bar. They also serve food. The menu is light, but would do if you were really hungry. I got a BLT with a side of broccoli. It was good, buit bowling alley food. I would not come here just for the food though. The staff there was very friendly and helpful. The arcade is decent sized and has your typical games were you can earn points towards cheaply made but overpriced toys. The arcade was also very clean. I do know that if you are going to check out a movie, they recommend that you skip the line and purchase your tickets in advance, online. This is a fun spot to be and you can easily spend a few hours here. I highly recommend checking this place out. It will not disappoint.

It was ok we just went to see a 4d movie it was cool and fun a little boring and super expensiveread more

It's so cute! I can tell it has real potential. I should have come when it first opened because…read moreit has to be at least 50% of the holes are broken (I feel like this is a low estimate). I think if they did some maintenance I would have enjoyed it more; I won't be going back unfortunately. But I really, really think the idea is so cool and the building is so cute.

My family and I went to Fat Putter over the holidays, and we visited within their first week of…read moreopening. I'm hoping to see several things change as they get more settled in! **THE GOOD** - We have several mini golf indoor bars like this in the Twin Cities, so it's fun to see thi concept come to Des Moines! They serve standard drinks, a few signature ones, and some canned/tap options. - There were some really unique holes and designs, and perhaps our favorite parts were the "mini game" activities sprinkled throughout outside of the mini golf holes. - You get to play all three 9-hole courses for $18 per person, so while it felt a bit steep, it provided a few hours of entertainment for our family! **THE NOT-SO-GOOD** - They advertised that you can get Fong's here, but that's not the case. The only bring in Fong's for catering or large events, otherwise you have to go get Fong's and can bring it here - not the same as advertised. - Compared to other similar concepts I've been to, much of the mini golf didn't seem as well built. It was only a few days in and golf carpet was pulling up, things were broken, ripped, or showing major wear. A few elements of a few different holes were closed for maintenance already. - We asked a few questions of the bar team (which is where you also buy the mini golf) and they didn't know much at all about the courses. They said they hadn't even played yet themselves. This seems like something that would be important to do during a training for a new spot. I'd love to see them actually partner with a food option, or provide light snacks for purchase. I hope they'll keep an eye on maintenance so the courses don't get worn down over time. And I'd love to see staff trained in mini golf so they can support any needed fixes or answer questions.