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    Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

    4.0 (1.9k reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Kids Mac and cheese with fries which
    Krystle K.

    Besides our appetizers, the food wasn't that great or maybe it was what we ordered. The chicken strips tasted like they were frozen from a bag and we didn't eat it. That was unfortunate since we ordered the basket of 6 and my aunt ordered a basket of 3. It was served with fries which were good compared to my daughter's fries that came with her kids meal. Her fries were well done and almost no potato in the fry. She did like her Mac and cheese. I had the Negan that was dry and maybe overcooked. I wouldn't order it again. I also had a root beer float and I liked it. Service was good and our food came out quickly. We got there at 2pm and the restaurant seemed very busy for that time but maybe it was because there was a swim meet not too far away and it was in between sessions. Ambiance is five stars. It's zombie themed and the menu was fun to read. The decor matched the theme and I would recommend this restaurant for the theme. Maybe order something other than chicken strips and the negan.

    Back of menu
    Kim H.

    Server Alex was very friendly and informative. Ordered the 28 Days Later - blue cheese, caramelized onion, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayo $12.75 and added a grilled portobello cap for $1.50 and it was so good. Would recommend especially if you are a horror fan.

    Ryan S.

    Zombie Burger and Drink Lab in Des Moines was a fun stop with a lot of personality. The place was super clean, and the service was fast and friendly, which made everything easy from the start. The food was very good and hit the spot, even if it's not something I would plan an entire trip around. The decor is humorous and totally committed to the zombie theme, which I appreciated because I love a place that fully leans into its concept. It's a solid, enjoyable meal and a fun experience if you find yourself in the area.

    Miranda S.

    I've been to this location so many times. I just keep forgetting to leave a review! Last time was very nice. Sat inside tho there's patio. Short wait. Everyone in our group of 5 was happy with our drinks and food. I always come here for the Brussels sprouts and delightful wait staff will definitely return. Love the location. Glad this one stayed open.

    Tank G.

    Ther is metered street parking available for those intending on eating here. The place has a large patio and a decent sized dining area. It is a zombie themed restaurant with zombie memorabilia and mannequins along with the food being named after zombies phrases. It is nothing too scary though and no one is grabbing you like a haunted house, so the place is ok for the kiddos. The menu is made out to be like a news paper that is reporting on the zombie apocalypse. In addition to their unique burgers, they offer shakes, nachos, salads, chicken strips, and an assortment of exotic fries. This restaurant is colocated with a ramen joint, so they also have ramen available to eat as well. It was a nice day so I sat out on the patio. My server was awesome. She was very welcoming, helpful, friendly and attentive. I ordered the "They're Coming To Get You, Barbara" burger, which was a burger with two grilled-cheese-sandwiches as the bun....mmmm. I also go t some of the Garlic, Bacon and Blue Cheese Fries. It took about 10 minutes for me to get my food. The burger was delicious. It was huge, packed with flavor and very tasty. I highly recommend it. The fries...not so much. They were overcooked, very hard and I had what looked like the little small pieces that you would find in the bottom of the fry bag. I had to drench them in catsup to eat them. I would definitely come here again, if just for the burgers and service alone. I would be very cautious of the fries. This is a nice fun, themed restaurant that is located in downtown Des Moines and you should definitely check it out.

    La Horde
    Gabby L.

    We came here the week of the state fair and got the treat of the specialty menu! We ordered the butter cow burger and la horde. Goat cheese + bacon + burger is just a phenomenal combination, and isn't heavy. The butter cow burger was such a treat! I mean I probably gained 5lbs with all that butter but worth it lol very unique and never would have thought of the flavor combination. For dessert we shared the peanut butter banana milkshake and it tasted like banana fosters with a hint of peanut butter... yum!!! And you can't forget the way restaurant is decorated. This Halloween gal loved looking at everything and taking it in.

    Donna K.

    Zombie Burger has been on my "must try" list for awhile. The whole restaurant had a zombie ambience from the pictures and displays on the wall to the full size zombies through out. When you walk in there are two sides. There's a to go side with some scattered tables and then a larger full service side with tables, booths, and a bar. We started with an appetizer and chose the Loaded fries. They were topped with cheddar cheese, cheese sauce, bacon, green onions, and sour cream. The were really good. All the burgers on the menu are combination burgers. No worries if you're not adventurous you are able to customize your own burger. But, why?! I had a hard time picking just one. They even have a mac n cheese burger. No joke, it's The Walking Ched with a deep fried macaroni and cheese bun. I ended up going with the Planet Terror. It had BBQ sauce, bacon, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and ranch. It was delicious. I ate half the burger there and had the other half the following day. It was still amazing the next day. He went with the T-Virus. It had Swiss, grilled Portobello Mushroom, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and mayo. He ordered a Triple, ate half, and had the other half the next day. Zombie Burger also boasts of being a Drink Lab. They had a full bar and boozy shakes on the menu. If you go to the downtown location on Grand Ave look for Arin. She was our server. She was kind and efficient.

    Cookies & Cake milkshake
    Laura C.

    Stopped in with family and we had no issue getting a table for 6 of us! I have heard good things about this place and so happy I got to try it! The Atmospher is very fun and goes with their theme! I couldn't get this everyday (my stomach would hate me), but the food was so good! When I'm back in town have to try another burger!

    Oreo Milkshake
    Ryan M.

    If you're looking for a place with unique burgers, look no further! All the food is delicious and unique and so is the atmosphere. Lots of TVs if you're looking to watch the game as well. Service was quick, even for the large group. Only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is because the burger patties themselves were kind of dry and firm, but the Mac and cheese made up for it.

    Zombie Joe shake
    Ed D.

    Zombie burger is something you have to try if ur in IA. The burgers are very unique and so tasty, each with its own unique flavors but same quality burger meat. This time I had the Raygun and it was delicious. I also got some sweet potato fries and oh there shakes are also very unique and tasty...I got the chocolate Joe. Prices are a little expensive for a burger but well worth it.

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    MaryAnn S.

    Ordered the delicious single Zombie Burger's. The meat was fresh and tantalizing good. The best fries that I've had in all my burger tasting. The wait staff was courteous and very welcoming to all that entered. The flavors gave the environment a hungry mood that triggered "let's eat" thoughts of devouring different guilty pleasures such as a double instead of a single burger with all the trimmings. While settling into the peaceful surroundings, and ready to try a menu favorite the first bite relaxes you as you savor the moment.

    Daniel E.

    A fun dining experience, combining great food, excellent customer service, and a unique "goremet" environment. We visited a week before Halloween, so that's their sweet spot, and the decor reflected the calendar. There was very cool artwork and murals throughout, and the entire place was in theme. We chose to sit at the bar, had an incredibly hard-working and kind bartender, and made the whole experience elevate another notch. I loved my selection from their themed Glizzy's Five Nights menu. I had a "Foxy," a delicious grilled hot dog combined with chicken, bacon, biscuit crumbles, pickles, shredded lettuce, and mayo on a hoagie. Wow, it was good. Their fries are tremendous!

    Drew M.

    Cool experience, creative burgers I would recommend it to try something different The place has a good setting with cool zombie themed menus and decor

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    This place was busy! But a cool little burger joint. Food was good, service was good, decor was cool, menus were awesome! Worth a visit!

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    What kind of beef patty?

    Beef..as in cow....if I remember there are non meat patty options and vegan specific burgers but I can't remember, you can see their menu online

    Do they offer gluten free buns?

    IIRC, yes.

    Is Zombie Burger open for dine in?

    Yes. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Waitresses wear masks.

    Do fries come separate from burgers or invluded?

    Fries are separate.

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    Super cute pit stop when passing through. Highly recommend. Friendly staff, good food and hefty…read moresnack selections!

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    21.6 mi

    Nestled in a set of businesses halfway between Ames and Ankeny, Flight nailed my first visit with a…read moreterrific meal and great customer service. Plenty of parking and a comfortable interior, they enable diners to have a positive visit without being cramped or rushed. Noise isn't an issue. Opened with a sensational Onion Haystack, a unique dish that was aided by a pair of sauces, Chipotle ranch and buttermilk ranch. My burger was outstanding, The Classic, perfectly cooked and served on a delicious bun. I snagged some tasty sweet potato fries from my Way Better Half too! Coke products a plus too! Server Brooklyn was excellent, providing great guidance with a kind nature.

    We went to Flight Bar + Grill in Huxley, Iowa to celebrate a family birthday. It was a great…read moreexperience. First, it was Fall graduation weekend at Iowa State University 8 miles up the road, so the place was packed. They told us we would have about an hour wait, but you could see the tickets were flying out of the kitchen, and that things were moving along nicely. We stopped in the bar for a drink, and I ordered a Manhattan up. It was very well made, and reasonably priced. In less than 45 minutes, we got our table. Flight has a variety of specialty smash burgers, and I chose the Crown Wagyu Burger. It's a double Wagyu patty smash burger with smoked gouda, hot pepper bacon jam, arugula, caramelized onion aioli + onion haystack. It was a fantastic burger, and the fries I had as a side were very nice too. The service was swift and friendly, and it was an overall great experience. The building itself is very clean With just the right lighting. It's got kind of an industrial look to it, and it is a nice space. It looked like there was a little banquet room off to the side for pre-scheduled gatherings. All in all, definitely two thumbs up for Flight!

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