Still a Jersey Mike's guy, but I'm a sucker for the mushroom sauce here...! And Pepper Jax is…read morecloser to where I live in Clive... I keep coming back to Pepper Jax. One of these days I'm going to find something I love here. The cheesesteaks are solid and the onion rings are a great addition to the menu...! Still a Jersey Mike's guy though... But Pepper Jax will do when I don't want I drive quite as far.

There is always room for tasty loaded nachos with a blend of your favorite fresh toppings. As you…read morewalk in -- a friendly voice ask "what would you like?" The order is filled quickly with you calling out the extra fresh ingredients to take your loaded nachos over the top. As you sit and enjoy your scrumptious and very tasty nachos -- your mood relaxes as you savor every bite in the peaceful environment.

We came here at the end of the day/afternoon of sightseeing 2 museums…read more We were originally supposed to order food to go. We ordered a pizza with chicken, beef and red peppers. I ordered a beer while we waited for our pizza. When the pizza came, my friend must have been hungry because we ended up eating the pizza there. The pizza crust was not too thick or thin. The pizza was pretty tasty. The service was professional.

I stopped by for a quick carry out order of potato skins…read more Color me unimpressed. The bartender was very dismissive and acted bothered that I was taking up his time to order. The place smelled like stale beer and was a depressive atmosphere. To top it off, when I went to eat my potato skins there was no cutlery or napkin, I will not return.

Need a tasty chicken sandwich that is crispy, greaseless and full of flavor try the Combo Sandwich…read moreat Raising Cane on Mills Civic in WDM, and they will not forget the special sauce. The drive thru wait staffers are efficient, pay attention to detail to insure your order is correct ( No AI). Gotta love getting real humans voices and not a machine. The total experience is smooth and the serene environment makes everything more enjoyable. Very tasty chicken finger sandwich!

Slowest service ever!!!! After waiting 15 minutes they still got the order wrong!!! I mean…read morereally!!!! Cold fries!!!

Fried chicken is my weakness, I can eat good fried chicken everyday but its really hard to find…read moregood fried chicken these days. This place is a gem in hidden, it check marks all the boxes, it's halal, fried fresh daily, the employees are the best, thr cashier is awesome And the food is out of this world. One if the best fried chicken I have eaten in a while. It was fresh, no smell, crispy, good portion and reasonably priced. What else you need. 100 percent recommended

I'm always looking for amazing food options! A fellow Yelper told me about Krispy Krunchy Chicken…read more And I knew I had to try it! Although a little skeptical at first, I mean, really, extra crispy chicken? But my friend was spot-on! This place has quickly become my go-to for amazing chicken. As you step inside, one side is a liquid store, and the other is where the magic happens, Krispy Krunchy Chicken. It's all about grab-and go here as the setup doesn't allow for a sit-down meal. However, it's very clean on both sides! Keeping the chicken and the cash separate, you pay for your order at the liquor store counter after ordering. The food is amazing! I've had the Whole Wings (my go to), Red Beans and Rice, Jambalaya, and Mashed Potatoes(least favorite). I'm obsessed with the wings as they have crispiness for days, lol they even stayed fresh until I got them home. I'm not a big fan of Red Beans and Rice, but Krispy Krunchy's version is very flavorful. The Jambalaya is my favorite side, it's like a Cajun party in your mouth- it's meaty, flavorful, and addictive! The Honey Butter Biscuit and the Blueberry Biscuits are the prefect pairing with the chicken! They are moist, and full of flavor. Seriously, even if chicken isn't your thing, these biscuits might change your life! If you're ever in the neighborhood or simpler craving good chicken and sides, do yourself a favor and go to Krispy Krunchy Chicken today! Let me know if you enjoy it or not!

I'm originally from the south, and oh boy this is the best comfort food I've found that isn't back…read morehome. Jennifer waited on me and was a joy to speak to and offered great recommendations on the whole menu (bottom line, sounds like you can't go wrong). The 'bee dust' is a nice twist on adding honey to your chicken, it's a dehydrated honey/pepper combo that adds a great flare. Unfortunately, I'm not in Des Moines as much I'd like to be, but next time I'm here I'll be waiting at the door before they open! 2 thumbs up, 5 stars, oh yeah!!

We arrived with a group of three for lunch on a Wednesday. It was not busy, maybe 1/8 of the table…read moreoccupied. Tables and restaurant was clean. Service was friendly and fine overall. Everything just seemed to take longer than necessary. We stood at the front maybe 10 minutes before anyone came to seat us and food took even longer, around 25 minutes (figuring out our order maybe took ten). I parked the meter for an hour and had to go refill. I ordered the Grilled Harvest Chicken. There is a creamy tomato pasta used to coat the chicken breasts. The cuts were good overall. This dish also includes two sides. I got the fried okra and goat cheese grits. Fried okra was good, around thirty percent breading that makes a nice savory balance. The grits were creamy and smooth. I think I would come again if I was looking for heavy southern. There were a lot of classic options to choose from that I could not try this time around. Though I would still be concerned with the wait involved.

3.5 This piece of history has a lot of potential but is in a…read moreneed of a rehab, and just a bit more polish to survive. Love the vibe, but delivery is just average.

My wife and I decided to try Maxie's as it is a long time restaurant in the Des Moines area. This…read morewas a Thursday evening and it was not especially busy. The wait staff was attentive and personable. We had a bottle of wine and split a steak. I would say if you live in the neighborhood it would be fine to go to. The food was passing, but not exceptional and it felt a little run down.

Cracker Barrel on steroids. Would definitely be 5 star but…read moreI need to try more items. The turkey Reuben was fire, the salad was delicious, and my friends burger looked scrumptious. Can't wait to come back. The service was great, and unique ambiance...

Machine Shed was a bit of a mixed bag for us. The overall vibe reminded me a little of an older,…read moremore worn-down Cracker Barrel. There's carpet throughout the dining area, which unfortunately makes the whole place feel a little dingy and dated. One of the coolest things about the restaurant is actually outside. It's located near what used to be a farm, and there's a chicken coop along with a nice herb and vegetable garden that you can walk through. It was a fun and unexpected thing to explore while waiting for our food, especially with a kid. The food itself was very hit or miss, and nothing really wowed our group. I ordered the sirloin medium rare, but it came out closer to medium, and I didn't think the quality of the steak was particularly good for the price. The presentation was also a little odd, with the steak served on a very well-used tin-style plate that had definitely seen better days. Other dishes were mixed as well. The onion strings were a hit, and one person really enjoyed the Reuben. The corn was excellent, and most of us liked the coleslaw and rolls. There was also pieces of spice cake or pumpkin bread tucked underneath the rolls, which was an unusual but surprisingly nice addition. On the other hand, the liver was dry, the prime rib was fattier than expected with quite a bit that wasn't really edible, and the mashed potatoes were very dry and bland. They also bring several family-style sides to the table whether you order them or not, including things like cottage cheese. It felt a little strange and somewhat wasteful since we didn't want or touch some of it, and overall it creates a LOT of food on the table. The meal wasn't particularly inexpensive either. Before tip, we spent about $70 for two adults and a child, which felt pretty steep considering the overall quality of the food. I will give them credit for the country store area. These types of restaurant gift shops can sometimes be filled with a lot of random junk, but this one actually had some interesting Iowa and farm-themed items that were fun to browse. Service was perfectly good, but overall this was more of an interesting one-time experience for us than somewhere I'd be eager to return to. We were invited here rather than choosing it ourselves, and I'm glad we tried it, but there are too many better dining options in the Des Moines area for me to be clamoring to come back.

Ordered the family meal with fried chicken breasts, and sides of hash brown casserole as well as…read moregreen beans with enough servings for the next day. Eric, the day manager promptly called to state they were out of cold slaw allowing me to substitute the second side with another choice. The prices were reasonable with a pick up that was seamless and quick allowing me to maneuver through an environment full of delightful customers.

There was a time earlier this month, September, when i went inside and waited a while with a woman…read more I decided to leave, but she stayed. Also, I had trouble applying for a job online and called the toll free number and it was no help at all. Called the store, thinking the manager might help, but he was no help at all. Pretty awful customer service. I can see why you need people. I just don't see you trying to get any.