4.6* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $10 04/28/2026 Bix & Co. Our primary reason for stopping back tonight was for 'research and development' for my happyhourdesmoines.com website. This meant a smaller total check, as we only sampled a couple of Happy Hour specials - and they were quite tasty. We shared an order of Chicken Wings (see picture) and I ordered a House Margarita (see picture). The chicken wings were very good and I'll say that I enjoyed the House Margarita as much as the better ones in Mexican restaurants. We have enjoyed all of our stops at Bix & Co. and tonight was no different.

We love bix. The food is great, the atmosphere fun and alive. The outdoor patio is very nice. The…read moresetvice has always been exceptional for us. One of our favorite places to grab carryout or dine in.

4.8* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $20 04/27/2026 Tonight's opportunity to enjoy another stop at Tito's came at the end of my journey updating several locations for happyhourdesmoiones.com. It was getting to be dinner time, so asked my wife to meet me here for my last stop. Every time we've stopped here, we have been impressed with the quality of the food and tonight was no different. I had already enjoyed some Happy Hour specials at another venue, but my wife hadn't yet eaten dinner. She ordered the Gyro & Fries (see picture) and as you might guess, I did try a couple of bites. We both thought it was a very good gyro and were delighted to see that it is the daily special each day from 11-2, so we will definitely be coming back for lunch some day. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow.

Overall, a decent experience. The food was decent, I tried a few different items, and while nothing…read morereally stood out as amazing, that would make me come back. The service was polite, and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable atmosphere, making it a nice place to sit down for a meal.

4.2* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4*…read more Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $36 05/16/2025 My wife and I decided to give Pally's another try, as we have been there before and enjoyed their food and live music on the weekends. This place has solid food, good service and friendly owners who interact with the patrons. Tonight my wife ordered the Cheeseburger (see picture) and I went with the Kickin chicken Sandwich (see picture). We each tried each others meals and liked both options, so would recommend them along with the delicious extra Dirty Martinis!

Great service on a quiet Sunday evening. The restaurant had 4-5 tables full was all. The bartender…read morewas very attentive to our needs and served us at our table during the entire visit. The beer selection was good and cold. We ordered two of the burgers (sriracha and Jasper). Burgers were well prepared and topped as advertised. We hope to come back to order more of the spicy cheese curds that were on the sriracha burger!

A group of six of us met for happy hour on a fairly busy Wednesday evening. They have great food…read moreand drink specials during happy hour so we tried a number of different items. We had a few plates of the loaded nachos with chicken and with beef... They were heaped high and delicious. Plenty on each plate for two or three people. The meat additions are not discounted during happy hour, but even at full price with the half-price nachos it's a bargain. Others in our group got the quesadillas and we shared some deviled eggs. All of them are very tasty. We also got some cheese balls. They were pretty much the standard fair but also very good. Drinks are another great bargain during the happy hour with discounted beer and mixed drinks. All the drinks were very tasty. Our server was Bailey. She was very pleasant, fun, and enthusiastic. The food came out very quickly, and the drinks came off the bar in a very reasonable time as well. There is a large U-shaped bar and plenty of booth and table seating along with that outdoor patio. There is a 4% non-cash adjustment for using your credit card. Definitely a very discounted happy hour, but the food was delicious and I would try it again for happy hour or just for dinner

It's a fun time for the kids. A little pricey for what you're doing. Fun time to watch a game or…read morehave some drinks. I haven't had any food so I can't give an opinion on that.

This place is okay! Typical bar food and a cozy atmosphere. It can get a little loud with lots of…read morepeople, and I felt like our service was quite slow. The food was also subpar.

Third time trying this pub and every single time the burgers and patty melt were burnt, no longer…read moregoing here. I really wanted to love it because of the atmosphere but the food needs work.

Unfortunately we were not able to eat because there was only one bartender and one person working…read morein the kitchen. For obvious reasons the food was coming out very slowly. However, the bartender was busting her ass running around taking care of everybody. She was keeping up with drinks order and tabs as well as getting people their food as it came out. We will definitely give it another try on another day.

Stopped by here for a quick bite to eat. Reasonable prices. Kind of a off the path location hidden…read morein the back. A couple of waitresses were working. Both very nice & diligent. Had hot beef sandwich & mashed potatoes. My partner had a 1/2 pound Junction burger. He was semi upset as it was supposed to be 1/2 pound but definitely wasn't (unless it was frozen premade). And seasonless fries. He still ate his entire meal & fries. He just said he expected a bigger burger & seasoned fries. I enjoyed mine as well albeit salty it was exactly what I was looking for. And would 100% have it again. Drinks were good. Mixed drinks are definitely cheaper than drafts. Especially if it's not 3-6 (Happy Hour) just as a heads up. My drinks were great. No complaints there. Service was great. I'm definitely returning. Spacious area inside with outside patio. We didn't use the restrooms to advise. But overall it's a nice place

I was finally able to visit University tap with Sherryoke afyer a long time of hearing good things…read more However, the bartender Misha was iincredibly unkind and rude when i unfortunately gor sick ad i was sitting at the bar and instead ot wishing her concern whether I was on or not, she prompted to yell at me and tell.me to leave immediately. I understand the frustration and co cern that takes place when such a rhing happens, but common humac decency should prevail o er freaking out at a new customer . I will n9t return if she is the bartender.

Pizza was burnt, taste terrible, could not eat more than 1 piece, became sick later. Took 90 mins…read moreto get after the order. Would not recommend to anyone.

4.2* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4*…read more Service: 3* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $19 (no drinks) 03/08/2026 Slept in after a late night so found ourselves going to a noon Mass downtown and looking for a brunch stop on the way home. We've driven by this place and talked about stopping for food before and my wife had been there with co-workers after work one day, but this was our first stop for food. A clean, modern storefront greets you (see picture) and with plenty of televisions and a nice patio, it looks to be a hopping place once the temperatures warm up a little. While our server was a little hard to find at times, we both found our food to be quite good. My wife ordered the Nacho Burrito Meal (see picture) and I opted for the Honey Citrus salad (see picture). As is our custom, we shared samples of each of our meals and both of us found both choices to be worthy of ordering again. I really liked the clean, crisp and fresh salad with a delicious tangy dressing and the Burrito was tasty inside and out (loved the creamy, cheesy sauce). If you are looking for a great stop for Sunday morning brunch (possibly after some shopping at Sam's Club just across the interstate to the North), you won't go wrong here! If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com

A friend wanted to meet here for lunch, and I figured it had been a while, so it was worth trying…read moreagain. The food was OK, service was great, and I do like the atmosphere. I do wish I was a bigger fan of the food, but it just isn't that memorable for me. On this visit, my friend had the Spinach Artichoke Dip. She said it was good. I had the Hot Honey Chicken Wrap. I chose grilled chicken, which was tender. The wrap overall was a bit sloppy as the honey kind of oozes out all over. It was just ok, and was advertised as having jalapeños, but I didn't notice any. I got coleslaw for my side and it was very bland. Great patio seating with shaded areas and sunnier spots, and a variety of indoor options. Lots of TVs.

Amazing bar. Shannon is the greatest bar manager. Bruce is the most down to earth bar owner. Debbie…read moreis an AMAZING bartender. Pool table. Juke box. Best happy hour from 4-6. They show all the games.

While the bartenders were kind, the manager was ridiculously rude. Being a CNA, I kindly…read morevolunteered to clean up a patron's vomit. Unfortunately, after doing all of that, one of the managers was very unwelcoming. She was rude to my friends who were quietly playing pool, and when addressed about her attitude, she did not apologize. It is upsetting to have such a good time ruined by an immature manager!