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1. Sterling's - Ankeny

3.6

Very Good(16)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ankeny

Please do not contact the phone number listed in this profile. Sterling's is a casual dining experience that is great for the entire family. Positioned in the central hub of B&B Theatres, grab dinner before you bowl, play in the arcade, or watch a movie. Indoor and outdoor seating available with plenty of board games for all to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you soon!

2. Wasabi - Ankeny

4.7

Exceptional(63)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Des Moines

Booked 1 time today

Wasabi serves the highest quality sushi and Asian dishes in the Des Moines area.Hours of Operation:Monday thru Thursday 11:00am to 9:30pm.Friday and Saturday 11:00am to 10:30pm.Sunday 11:00am to 9:00pm.Social Hour Monday thru Friday 3pm - 6pm.

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3. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(203)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Des Moines

Booked 3 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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4. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4.7

Exceptional(774)

Price: Moderate

• American • Des Moines

Booked 40 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!

5. Bar Nico

4.7

Exceptional(79)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Des Moines

Booked 3 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.

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6. Mulberry Street Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(558)

Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 10 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.

7. Eatery A

4.7

Exceptional(537)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 30 times today

Eatery A is a fun place because of its inviting atmosphere and diverse menu offering exotic flavors. It's a favorite spot for all ages and sizes of parties. As one reviewer said, 'It was a fun ambiance.' Another mentioned the 'rustic ambiance' and 'bottomless mimosas.' So, it's not just the food, but the whole experience that makes it enjoyable.

8. Fresko

4.8

Exceptional(1179)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 25 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.

9. Proudfoot & Bird

4.7

Exceptional(678)

Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 6 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.

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10. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

4.0

Excellent(664)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Des Moines

Booked 6 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. The combining of separate reservations will not be honored. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Patrick
Iowa •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Too loud and being seated next to the door and being blasted with cold air everytime the door was opened was no fun. Most likely not coming back.
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The Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines
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4.7
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Shelley
Nebraska •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious as always! I dream about those crunchy cabbage rolls!!
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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Des Moines
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4.6
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steve
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Food and cocktails (which are never cloyingly over-sweet as is common in DSM) are consistently well-balanced and excellent in every respect. My lovely dining companion, an amazing cook in her own right, loves it here, and trust me, that is a very high bar. Only demerit in my opinion is the loud Manhattan-esque techno music that makes it hard to hear people. The younger and less curmudgeonly might love that , though. We will go back.
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Bar NicoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Des Moines
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4.7
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Mikevip
Iowa •59 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
Great service by Lexie, food and ambience always great.
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Wasabi - AnkenyPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Des Moines
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4.7
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Andy
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 28, 2024
Excellent Pizza. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend.
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Sterling's - AnkenyPrice: Moderate• American• Ankeny
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3.6

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1. Sterling's - Ankeny

2. Wasabi - Ankeny

3. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des Moines

4. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

5. Bar Nico

6. Mulberry Street Tavern

7. Eatery A

8. Fresko

9. Proudfoot & Bird

10. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

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