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    The Other Place - Ankeny

    2.9 (64 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Lefai K.

    The Other Place is a sports bar located in a strip mall. Inside, the place is pretty spacious, with a lot of TVs all around showing the multiple games that were taking place on the Saturday night I was there. There are multiple tables, booths, and some long benched communal tables. We waited around 15-minutes before we got seated. We ordered some medium pizzas: The four star pizza which had pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers and mozzarella cheese. This was by-far my favorite. Buffalo chicken pizza which had Hot wing sauce and bleu cheese dressing combined with diced grilled chicken tenders & topped four cheeses. The chicken was somewhat dry, and the name/description of the pizza sounded better than what it was. Overall, service was A-OK and the experience was A-OK. It was funny, at one point the satellite feed was interrupted and they used a laptop with the NFL Network subscription, and casted on the TVs. Every few minutes there would be a warning that said the NFL Network subscription was being used in another device. BATHROOM REVIEW: Located past the DJ/AV area, the mens bathroom was A-OK. There were several urinals and stalls, so no waiting to empty your bladder here. Sit or squat? Squat.

    Shrimp fettuccine Alfredo
    Amanda S.

    Went here as a family on a Thursday. We were seated quickly but it took a while to be acknowledged by our server. Food was pretty good. Service was slow, but it seems like our server was pretty new. The environment is nice and staff was friendly.

    Tenderloin with no bun ...cottage cheese side
    Kristyn M.

    Awhile back hubby came home bragging about this great tenderloin that he had here. So when he mentioned going here for a week night diner I agreed so I could try it. The host was welcoming and sat us right away. Not crowded at all on a Tuesday evening. The interior is a great venue if you like tv and sports. There are TVs all around and sports playing on everyone. The waitress was quick and friendly and gave us the needed time to look over the menu and specials. I caved and ordered the fried tenderloin but asked for no bun and extra lettuce. No fries and got the cottage cheese. Hubby got the cottage cheese and a big ole burger. His burger was huge and not only had bacon but onion rings on it. I got to try and it was also very yummy. I have to admit. I loved the tenderloin. In house cut. Not hammered down. It was think and juicy. Lots of pickles and came out piping hot. I think for an everyday place this is a good choice. If you want a bar, they have that option too. I have been to the west Des Moines location too, but they are about the same. I'll be back for their tenderloin.

    Cody M.

    What a nice addition to the Ankeny area. Happy hour specials is what got me in the door. I tried the special, tenderloin that came hot and with all the fixings as requested. I opted for cottage cheese instead of the fries and had a very nice meal. I would recommend this to others as I will return for more visits like this.

    25 minute ticket chicken avocado quesadilla. Sour cream the same temp as the chicken.

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    Wait time is atrocious. Have been waiting an hour and a half when the place isn't even full. Food not that bad.

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    1 year ago

    Noisy obnoxious place, food just average. Who wants to play music bingo when you're out eating with friends. Service was great however.

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    Worst food I've had in a while, seems like they have trouble making a simple sandwich. Don't go here if you value your taste buds.

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    The OP is my go to for gluten free pizza! It's the best I've had in a long time. When in Des Moines, I always stop. Yum!

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    Very nice lunch atmosphere and food was great. I had the Chicken and shrimp platter with fries.

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    We, as a family, enjoy this place! Great atmosphere, good place to watch sports! Great food and super friendly staff!!

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    Food is never very good when I go. I always want to give it another chance but have and won't be back. Service isn't very good either.

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    Who's on 1st - Fries-seasoned and sliced thin

    Who's on 1st

    3.3(33 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    We got here early to meet friends and grab a good seat for the live band. Sadly, the band ended up…read moresequestered in a closet-sized space on the main level since the wind made the rooftop off-limits. Bummer! The Service: We were eventually seated at a booth (the one with no working TVs), and while we were quickly greeted by Jennifer--who was our waitress for the night--we ended up waiting most of the evening for her to come back. We did get waters and drinks while waiting for our friends to arrive. Once they showed up, it took a little while to get the rest of our order in, but it all worked out in the end. They were very busy that night--between the Indiana Fever game, graduations, and a band crowd. Jennifer was hustling, along with her husband and one other waitress, trying to cover the whole place. So, while I can't (and won't) complain about the effort, they clearly needed more help to reach that 5-star level. Same goes for the bar--it was overwhelmed and absolutely needed more than one bartender to handle that crowd. Just a note for management: the team was working hard, but they were outnumbered. The Food: The kitchen was on the ball. Our appetizer of Brussels sprouts was delicious--great flavors, perfectly cooked--and they hit the table just moments before our entrees did. I had the jalapeño burger with the ridiculously long name (you'll know it when you see it), and added the $4 onion rings. The burger was fantastic--well made, full of flavor. The onion rings, while not quite worth the $4 upcharge as a side, were the crispiest onion rings I've ever had. Really good. Kim's wrap, on the other hand, was underwhelming--$14 for a tortilla shell mostly filled with lettuce and not much flavor. Our friends seemed happy with their meals and later ordered a bread pudding to share. We all had a sample, and while it was decent, it was definitely missing a sauce or something to make it pop. The Value: Our bill--1 appetizer, 2 meals, and 4 drinks--came to over $100 plus tip. (Now that I'm writing this, I kind of wish I'd looked at the receipt more closely.) Still, that seems to be the going rate for this kind of night out in the greater Des Moines area these days. Pro Tip: Try coming during happy hour to stretch your dollars a bit further.

    Boyfriend and I both ordered burgers and they were both good. Mine could have used more sauce, but…read morethe place was busy I never got the chance to ask for more before I was finished eating. We tried both the signature fries and the double batter fries. The double batter fries were my favorite, but both options are good. Service was good, but sometimes a little slow. We sat at the bar and they only had one bartender on a Friday night. It didn't bother us much since we were just hanging out watching football, but could be bothersome if you are in a in a rush. Good place to watch sports and have a burger and some beer.

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    30hop - The 30hop Caesar Salad with Chicken and a side of Mac'nCheese

    30hop

    4.0(76 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    My friend and I came here on a Saturday night, and although it was quite busy, we were seated right…read moreaway. The service was excellent--our waiter was kind, attentive, and made us feel well taken care of. I ordered the yakisoba bowl without any meat add-ins, and I'm so glad I did. It was easily the best yakisoba I've ever had. The sauce leans more sweet than salty, which made it really unique and flavorful. I absolutely loved it. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area. I definitely think it would be a great spot to watch any sporting event. It is winter time, but looks like it would be a nice spot in the summer. I can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu!

    Food Review - 30hop (Ankeny) Hiding from the rain with love…read moreof my life! I and my amazing woman ordered the Grilled Buffalo Chicken Cobb along with a half Very Berry Salad with added grilled chicken, and overall it was a satisfying, hearty meal. The Grilled Buffalo Chicken Cobb was the standout. The chicken was tender and well-cooked, topped with a bold buffalo sauce that added heat overpowering the dish (heh). The salad itself was generously portioned and visually appealing, loaded with fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, blue cheese crumbles, crispy bacon, hard-boiled egg, corn, carrots, and mixed greens. Every bite had a good balance of textures and flavors--creamy, crunchy, savory, and spicy. The Very Berry Salad (half portion) was fresh and light, making it a nice contrast to the Cobb. Adding grilled chicken made it more filling, though the upcharge felt a little steep for the portion size. Still, the greens and toppings were fresh and well-prepared. Service and presentation were solid, and the food arrived looking just as good as it tasted. One downside was the added 3% swipe/tap fee, which bumped the total up a bit, but the quality of the food helped justify the overall surprise. Overall: A flavorful, filling meal with fresh ingredients and strong presentation. A good choice if you're craving a substantial salad that doesn't feel boring and looking for a place to hide from a rain and talk to your loved one. (5/5)

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    Benchwarmers - The Loaded Nachos with a side of fresh Jalapeño!  So good!

    Benchwarmers

    2.8(62 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Another successful visit to BW!…read more This was the final stop for my birthday outing! This is a close to home stop, and the food, drinks and service is always solid! Not to mention Heather is always a friendly face and we really appreciate her! We were joined by my 2 sons and my son's wife. The place is staying clean and organized unset the new ownership and I really appreciate the bright and clean feeling the new ownership has installed. The bathrooms are also being maintained and clean, which is a nice touch! My daughter-in-law ordered a jumbo pretzel $12 - and it was fresh, warm and enough to feed 5 people on its own! My son and I both ordered the wings $14 each, and they are very good here! My other son ordered a French Dip $14 - and he said it was excellent and would not share! This was all paired with plenty of libation from the well stocked and clean bar, with many great local breweries on tap as well as specials on the domestics. Our total bill came up to around $120 for everyone - I did not do the math - I just paid the bill, however I don't think my birthday drink was free! ??? This has always been a fun spot and since the refresh this is still a solid choice for a sports bar in Ankeny! Come check it out! Tell Heather Kirk and Kim say Hi!

    Good place to watch a game, staff was sweet and they had lots of non alcoholic options along with…read morereal drinks.. Lots of tvs and a party room..

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    Yankee Clipper

    Yankee Clipper

    4.0(40 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Even suburbs need dive bars -- and I was so happy to find this one in Ankeny! When we first moved…read moreto Ankeny I was so sad because it didn't seem that there were many dive bars in town -- but then I found The Clipper! Great prices for beer - always has the games on - and a friendly crowd. I'm quite confident that this is where you will find the genuinely cool people of Ankeny. No one in this bar has their nose held too high and everyone is here to have fun. The bartenders are great -- easy going and laid back and will get your beer with no fuss. Everyone needs a bar that is their last stop for the night close to home - a place you can just pop in your favorite sweatshirt and leggings and watch the game. This is that place! Love Yankee Clipper!

    Taco Tuesday is ok, not good. Service sub par at best,…read more STOP assuming everyone that walks in the door is a lifer and knows that just because the locals know it's Taco Tuesday that it means no point in the menu, except it doesn't. I had no idea if there was meat choices (there isn't) or toppings or sides (there are sides like fries) I'm glad I asked for the menu, as I almost thought about the nachos. Which I would have not known about if I hadn't seen a menu. We did not appreciate the rudeness when she asked if we were ready to order and I replied how would we know we haven't seen a menu. Just for her to roll her eyes and come back and toss them on the table. That attitude made me not want to spend my money there and my tip absolutely reflected her poor behavior. She could have earned 20 from me alone out of our group, instead of what was left over from the change. I work in the service industry and I appreciate both good food and service and it also would have been nice if our checks were correct but I have learned to pick and chose my battles but that also helped contribute to her not super tip. To the taco loved the shell it's like fry bread and one taco is the entire basket you have been warned. Sadly it wasn't really warm my fries were not even close to warm and definitely floppy. Really the stinker of the show was the server, so don't expect much.

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