We got here at 7:15 and no one was here. I don't know why because the service was great and the…read morefood was fantastic. It picked up closer to 8. You need to come here. We all had delicious meals.

I used to enjoy eating here, until today and it's been a while since I've been here…read more What a difference :( The food was awful; the service was a joke. I ate may be four bites spoke to the waitress about the quality, and she replied snooty "oh, you don't like butter" No, I do but not biscuits coted in butter for biscuits and gravy. After four bites, tasting all four to see if they all tasted the same, they did. I asked for a pancake instead, she informed me that they would not take it off my bill... I would understand if I had eaten half but literally four small bites. The waitress was a total SNOT replying with 'I don't cook the food'. No, I didn't say that you did, you could have at least said I'm sorry, instead of acting like a spoiled brat. Too bad their food at one time was good, now I will NEVER go back! I would advise you to think twice!

This was our first time at Waveland and it definitely lived up to our hopes…read more We stopped in late on a Thursday morning and the place was still hopping, which is always a good sign. It's got that old-school, decoupaged diner vibe--definitely a little worn around the edges, but that's part of the charm. The staff was great--loud, friendly, and clearly tight with the regulars, which actually made us feel more at home. Our waitress was super helpful and made some solid recommendations. We sat near the kitchen window and got to watch a parade of delicious-looking plates come out. Food-wise: prices were fair if not a touch expensive, portions were generous, and most of it hit the mark. Pancakes were huge (seriously--massive), but ours were a touch underdone. Everything else was on point, though, and we'd absolutely come back and try more menu options. The have daily specials; Weiner Wednesday looks interesting...

Came to Des Moines for a wedding and ate here before we left. The space is very cozy and the staff…read moreare very friendly. They were extremely accommodating and we had such a wonderful brunch. We ordered a breakfast egg sandwich, a skillet and the traditional breakfast. Definitely worth it if you're in town!

Very clean and modern look to the restaurant. The server was quick and friendly. The food was…read morefresh and healthy. I really enjoyed my avocado toast. Definitely worth the visit.

Returned to St Kilda's for lunch during the lunch hour -- wrong move -- it was super busy with…read morelimited seating and very loud. I ordered the Pretzel Bun with bacon, egg, and cheese very tasty. The only problem was the twenty minute wait after being sited for full service and another ten minute wait for my sandwich which had a lukewarm temperature. Overall, the fool was delicious and the wait staff very busy which reminded me to continue to return during their down hours should I not want a repeat.

We brought in a large party on a Sunday morning. Service was outstanding - friendly and every order…read morewas accurate. The food was also delicious. I would strongly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting a delicious diner-style breakfast with excellent service.

Used to be one of our favorite places. Even when busy they were on top of it. Went yesterday…read moreabout 10:30. They were busy and service slow but we were OK. Husband ordered a Swiss burger. They asked how he wanted it cooked ..medium. came out well done and very dry and skinny. Fries were cold. Was hard to get a water refill. Best thing was my large blueberry pancake. The last few times we've been here things were lacking. Unfortunately we'll find other places in the future.

Fantastic spot. Great latte. Great vibe! I enjoyed the chicken salad sandwich as well. I will…read moredefinitely be back.

It's been a wonderfully busy summer, and I carved out some much‑needed time to visit my kids in…read moreIowa. One of our favorite traditions is hunting down hidden gems together, and this time my son and I set out in search of a new coffee spot. I took a leap with a bold combo -- earl grey, coffee, raspberry jam, and bergamot. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but wow... it was absolute ! While the vibe isn't quite my go‑to for a long hangout or work session (I'm big on ambience), they're not far off. For true remote workers, it's a peaceful find, and with a little more focus on noise and comfort, it could be spot‑on. Either way, the creativity in their drinks makes it worth the visit, and I'll definitely be back If you're looking for something fresh and unexpected, this is a place to put on your list!

I've seen this place off of Hickman a few times, and had never heard anything about it. I decided…read moreto be brave and venture in one afternoon to see what it had to offer. First, this is NOT a cafe. Sure, they say they are in the name, and they have pictures of food on the windows, but the moment you step inside, you know that it's far from a cafe, and far from any place that should be selling food. It's clearly a bar. It's extremely dark, with little seating, and reeks of alcohol and stale cigarette smoke. Not wanting to seem rude to just walk in and then immediately out, I decided I would just get a quick drink and leave. I walked a little further in and felt VERY unwelcomed by the stares I got from the two customers and the bartender. I tried looking for a menu or drink list, but most of the signage was in another language. I finally found one paper with drinks listed on it, and asked the bartender for an iced tea. He looked at me and said, "We don't have that." I pointed to the sign on the wall that clearly said iced tea. He explained, "That's not what you think." Um...okay. So I turned around and left.

The food was fantastic and just the perfect amount! It was a comfortable atmosphere and the man and…read morewoman serving the food were polite. We said we wanted good food, and that's EXACTLY what we got! We will be back!

The place is quaint. It gives you a small town feel without the small town. It is a cash only…read morejoint so make sure you have the Benjamin's before you arrive. The Maidrite is spot on. It was so delicious. The soups are all homemade and so good! If you are looking for a quick bit to eat this could be your place plus they have amazing daily special too...

This ca-UTE unassuming cafe was the perfect stop. You can get your maid-rite fix and about a dozen…read moreand a half ways. (Maid-rite is a loose meat sandwich, for you out of towners.) The chocolate malt was perfect, the mac'n'cheese very yummy. The meal basket comes with fries a drink, and you get a side on top of that. I almost went for the chocolate pudding, even with ordering my chocolate malt, but decided to eat healthy today. Lol It's cash only (ATM is a short block away to the east.) The ladies running the place made my meal while I walked down to get some cash, and I didn't even ask them to! The malt was done getting mixed right when I walked in, and the lady preparing my meal off to the side knew it was for me. It felt very personable and comfortable

Affordable but not worth the hassle. It's called 7 Brew because it takes 7 teenagers in a drive…read morethru a full 7 hours to make an iced coffee.

7 Brew is my favorite drive through coffee shop in the Des Moines area. I frequent the one on Merle…read moreHay Road. Every time I get fast and friendly service (can't say enough positive things about the staff) and a fabulous cold brew (my drink of choice). Highly recommend.

Delicious food! Service was friendly but took a bit to be recognized, even there was no o e else in…read morethe restaurant. Good size portions. Fun atmosphere and murals.

Good spot with good prices. The food had some nice quantities and the service was good…read more Wouldn't say it blew me out of the water but for a hangover meal or something quick, it did the trick! Our server was super nice :) and the decor was cute.

University Library Cafe may be a bar, but showing up late morning before noon felt like discovering…read morethe quiet study section before the crowds arrived. The funny part? Once the food hit the table, everyone suddenly got focused and very quiet. Shhh like we are in a library! Apparently we were all majoring in comfort food with a concentration in burgers, fries, and bar food done right. Nothing fancy here, just great service, generous portions, and food that earns an A+ in comfort. You definitely will not leave hungry!

Really cramped inside so not super plus size friendly, but I was thankful to get the big booth on…read morethe corner. Amazing food, worth the price. Waitress was really busy and wasn't super attentive but she was polite and accurate with our orders so it all worked out :)) Really want to try this place out at breakfast time soon. Great Moscow mules with a ton of flavor options, one of my favorites in DSM so far (other than copper cup, of course!!).