Best Seasonal Restaurants in Downtown Des Moines

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Fresko

4.7

Exceptional(1193)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 37 times today

“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.

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2. Mulberry Street Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(574)

Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 19 times today

Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught.

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3. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4.7

Exceptional(782)

Price: Moderate

• American • Des Moines

Booked 45 times today

The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!

4. Proudfoot & Bird

4.8

Exceptional(693)

Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 23 times today

Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.

5. Alba Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(410)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 13 times today

Alba offers a creative culinary twist on traditional American cuisine. Dishes are prepared using fresh seasonal ingredients, the finest cuts of meat, and the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs. Our menu changes often, we invited you to join us to discover a new favorite.

6. Bar Nico

4.6

Exceptional(82)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Des Moines

Booked 5 times today

Our restaurant's mantra is "Sin Maiz, No Hay Pais" meaning "without corn there is no country" as such, our tortillas are hand ground in house from heirloom organic Mexican corn varietals - made daily & cooked to order. As a result of our corn obsession, we have no flour in house & are a completely gluten-free kitchen.

7. HoQ

4.5

Awesome(357)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Downtown Des Moines

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Hoq Restaurant! Experience delicious, sustainable farm-to-table dining in the historic East Village of Des Moines.

8. Eatery A

4.8

Exceptional(548)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 34 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

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9. Park Street Kitchen

3.7

Very Good(74)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Des Moines

Booked 1 time today

Park Street Kitchen & Bar, located in Hilton Des Moines Downtown is an all day dining concept featuring local ingredients and products, simply prepared and professionally served. The soul of this restaurant is anchored in the abundance of regional foods produced and raised locally. The menu features wholesome and hearty fare, using tried and true recipes and methods. Dine indoors or al fresco on our outdoor patio complete with string lights and a fireplace.

10. Baratta's

4.5

Awesome(134)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Des Moines

Booked 1 time today

Baratta’s has been a Des Moines staple for over 50 years and is always welcoming new guests to the table. With multiple locations now open, catering available, and take-out options, there are several ways to enjoy our menu. From celebrating anniversaries and birthdays to fueling kids up before football games and dances, Baratta’s is a tradition that keeps getting better.

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MarinaVIP
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The order a cod and onion soup, the food was great, the taste and portions size are perfect!
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Proudfoot & BirdPrice: Very Expensive• Global, International• Des Moines
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4.8
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StewartVIP
Iowa •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful evening. Great menu and wine suggestions; excellent food and service.
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Mulberry Street TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Des Moines
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4.7
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Susan
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Delicious food, great service. It was our first time here and we will be back.
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Alba RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Des Moines
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4.8
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Kevin
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
The service for ordering food and drinks was perfect. Our server was pleasant and accommodated dietary needs with a smile. All plates were delivered with excellent presentation and the right temperature. Getting until and paying took a bit longer than I expected but wasn’t excessive.
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FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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4.7
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Sid
Iowa •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Honestly the wait staff was great and kind, they just didn’t have many food options left and they kept bringing wrong drinks to the table. With as busy as it was and how large our party was I felt they did do a fantastic job and that aside, everything else was exceptional.
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The Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines
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4.7

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Fresko

2. Mulberry Street Tavern

3. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4. Proudfoot & Bird

5. Alba Restaurant

6. Bar Nico

7. HoQ

8. Eatery A

9. Park Street Kitchen

10. Baratta's

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