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Cooper's On 5th, West des Moines, IA

Cooper's On 5th

4.7
4.7
154 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Cooper’s on 5th is a great place for Lunch & Dinner. We have had the pleasure of being West Des Moines’ first Craft Cocktail Bar. Join us for our amazing food menu & award-winning cocktail program. Classic & Reimagined Americana comfort food paired with one of Des Moines’ original & highly awarded craft cocktail programs. Great beer, wine, and martinis.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 11:00 am–11:30 am
  • Phone number
    (515) 255-9895
  • Website
    https://cooperson5th.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

Appetizers

  • Eggroll du Jour$8.00

    Two of Cooper's famous eggrolls filled with our creativity. Ask your server about today's selection

    • Breaded Zucchini$8.00

      Hand cut zucchini strips / seasoned & fried golden brown with a light panko breading. Ranch

      • Crab, Artichoke & Spinach Dip$12.00

        handcrafted dip / house flour tortilla chips / baked golden brown with smoked gouda / mozzarella & parmesan cheeses

        • Pulled Pork Nacho$12.00

          seasoned pulled pork / house flour tortilla chips 4 cheese blend / black bean & sweet corn relish topped with chipotle sour cream

          Soups & Salads

          Dressings - Creamy Garlic Parmesan / Ranch / Bleu Cheese / French Honey mustard / Balsamic Vinaigrette / Italian

          • Soup of the Day

            • Cup$3.00
            • Bowl$5.00

          • House Salad$5.00

            Mixed greens / tomato / cucumber / red onion / house made croutons with your choice of dressing

            • 5th Street Cobb Salad$12.00

              mixed greens / blackened chicken / red onion / egg / cucumber / tomato / bleu cheese crumbles / tortilla strips / black bean & sweet corn relish

              • Chef's Salad$12.00

                mixed greens / pastrami / ham / bacon / egg / tomato / cucumber / mozzarella / smoked gouda / cheese / house made croutons

                • Spinach Salad$9.00

                  spinach / oranges / feta cheese / cranberries / balsamic vinaigrette

                  Sandwiches & Burgers

                  Substitute our house veggie patty for any burger or chicken sandwich

                  • Meatloaf Meltdown$13.00

                    Our signature cajun meatloaf / grilled onions / sweet tomato glaze / white cheddar / american cheese. Try it Cooper's Way - open face with coleslaw

                    • BBQ Pulled Pork$11.00

                      slow roasted pork tossed with our house pineapple / bourbon bbq sauce / swiss cheese

                      • Blackened Chicken Philly$13.00

                        grilled chicken breast / roasted red peppers / grilled onions / swiss cheese / honey mustard cream cheese

                        • Sandwich Cubano$14.00

                          pulled pork / shaved ham / sliced dill pickle / stone ground mustard / swiss cheese

                          • Junction Chicken$13.00

                            grilled chicken breast / house bourbon glaze / crispy bacon / white cheddar cheese

                            • Blackberry Jalapeno Chicken$13.00

                              grilled chicken breast / grilled onions / basil / pickled jalapeños / house blackberry compote / white cheddar cheese

                              • Junction Burger*$13.00

                                1/2 lb burger / house bourbon glaze / crispy bacon / white cheddar cheese

                                • Black & Bleu Burger*$13.00

                                  1/2 lb burger / house bleu cheese spread / grilled onions / swiss cheese

                                  • Mushroom Swiss Burger*$13.00

                                    1/2 lb burger / mushrooms / roasted garlic herb mayo / grilled onions / swiss cheese / port wine reduction

                                    • Cielo Burger* (Chey-Lo)$13.00

                                      1/2 lb burger / roasted red peppers / grilled onions / american cheese / roasted garlic herb mayo finished with a parmesan herb cheese crisp

                                      • Deburger*$15.00

                                        1/2 lb burger / grilled onions / french toast bread / house deburgo sauce / white cheddar / served open face

                                        Sandwiches & Burgers - Sides

                                        • Wedge Fries

                                          • Loaded Potato Salad

                                            • Cottage Cheese

                                              • House Chips

                                                • Coleslaw

                                                  • Mandarin Oranges

                                                    • House Salad

                                                      add $2

                                                      • Cup of Soup

                                                        add $2

                                                        Entrees

                                                        served with bread, seasonal vegetable & salad or soup

                                                        • Short Ribs$24.00

                                                          Our signature dish. Beef short ribs braised in vegetable port wine sauce for hours until fork tender garlic white cheddar mashed

                                                          • Steak Deburgo*$26.00

                                                            8 oz. tenderloin / house deburgo sauce / garlic / white cheddar mashed

                                                            • Seafood Ravioli$25.00

                                                              blue lump crab meat / shrimp / scallops sautéed with a creamy garlic / sauce made to order / 4 cheese ravioli

                                                              • Salmon$23.00

                                                                Grilled salmon filet / rice & quinoa blend. Salt & pepper / blackened / maple butter glaze / bourbon glaze

                                                                • Ribeye*$25.00

                                                                  10 oz. hand cut ribeye rubbed with house gunpowder seasoning / garlic white cheddar mashed. Gun powder seasoning / salt & pepper / blackened / add peppers & onions $1 / add grilled mushrooms $2

                                                                  • Chicken Marsala$22.00

                                                                    Grilled chicken / creamy marsala sauce / sautéed mushrooms / garlic white cheddar mashed

                                                                    • Cajun Meatloaf$16.00

                                                                      Our signature cajun meatloaf dinner with a sweet tomato glaze. Garlic white cheddar mashed

                                                                      • Baked Ziti$22.00

                                                                        graziano's sausage / creamy tomato sauce / garlic / cheese blend / penne pasta

                                                                        • Curried Shepard's Pie$24.00

                                                                          Tenderloin Beef tips / green beans / carrots / beef gravy / sweet potato mashed

                                                                          • Chicken Deburgo Pasta$20.00

                                                                            grilled chicken / spinach / cherry tomatoes / penne pasta / house roasted garlic / cream

                                                                            • Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese$15.00

                                                                              jumbo shell macaroni / 4 cheese blend / house smoked / gouda cheese sauce

                                                                              Build Your Own

                                                                              • Mushroom$2.00

                                                                                • Bleu Chees$2.00

                                                                                  • Graziano's Sausage$3.00

                                                                                    • Buffalo Chicken$4.00

                                                                                      • Spinach$1.00

                                                                                        • Bacon$2.00

                                                                                          • Chicken$3.00

                                                                                            • Shrimp$3.00

                                                                                              Sides

                                                                                              • Wedge Fries

                                                                                                • House Chips

                                                                                                  • Mandarin Oranges

                                                                                                    • Coleslaw

                                                                                                      • Cottage Cheese

                                                                                                        • Loaded Potato Salad

                                                                                                          • Cheddar Mashed Potato

                                                                                                            • Rice & Quinoa Blend

                                                                                                              • Fresh Vegetable

                                                                                                                Last updated: April 6, 2023

                                                                                                                What 154 people are saying

                                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                4.7
                                                                                                                4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                • 4.8Service
                                                                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                                                • 4.6Value

                                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                                • Iowa

                                                                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                                                                • Iowa

                                                                                                                  Best Service

                                                                                                                • Iowa

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                                                                                                                • Iowa

                                                                                                                  Neighborhood gem

                                                                                                                • Iowa

                                                                                                                  American

                                                                                                                • Des Moines

                                                                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                                                                • Des Moines

                                                                                                                  Best Service

                                                                                                                • Des Moines

                                                                                                                  Best Ambiance

                                                                                                                • Des Moines

                                                                                                                  Best Value

                                                                                                                • Des Moines

                                                                                                                  Neighborhood gem

                                                                                                                • Des Moines

                                                                                                                  Romantic

                                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                Cooper's On 5th offers a cozy, intimate dining experience with "fantastic" food and "great service." Known for its delightful ambience and "wonderful drinks," the restaurant features a "perfectly curated menu." Signature dishes like the short ribs and steak de burgo receive high praise. Reservations recommended for this popular spot!

                                                                                                                154 Reviews

                                                                                                                1. LaurelH

                                                                                                                  Des Moines2 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  The location is small so highly recommend reservations. I saw several walk-ins turn away due to the wait time provided as it was a Friday night and full reserved except for bar seating, that only opens up as guests leave (only 8 bar seats I believe). Food is fantastic and the Chocolate Lava cake is the best I’ve ever had!!

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                                                                                                                2. Scott

                                                                                                                  Des Moines8 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Server was outstanding and the special right on the mark.

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                                                                                                                3. Collin

                                                                                                                  Des Moines1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on February 22, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Great food, atmosphere, and service! We were able to take our time and never once felt rushed. Highly recommend!

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                                                                                                                4. Jean

                                                                                                                  Des Moines3 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on February 22, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  A lovely locally owned business. Atmosphere is exceptional. Food is consistently delicious! A wide range of specialities! Wait staff attentive !

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                                                                                                                5. Nicole

                                                                                                                  Des Moines2 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on February 21, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  We had a wonderful first experience! Thank you! We’ll be back

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                                                                                                                6. Mark

                                                                                                                  Kansas City1 review

                                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on February 20, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                  The atmosphere was quiet, small and intimate. The food was delicious with the exception of the homemade potato chips - I was expect them to be warm but they weren’t.

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                                                                                                                7. jason

                                                                                                                  San Francisco1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Went for our anniversary and couldn't have been happier . Service was great . The waitress even helped my wife pick out a drink . Food was amazing and large portions .

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                                                                                                                8. Caitlyn

                                                                                                                  San Diego2 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Awesome service (got right in at our reservation time), awesome food and great value/specials for Valentine’s Day.

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                                                                                                                9. Kevin

                                                                                                                  Des Moines1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on January 30, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  If you are looking for a lunch that punches above it's weight, this is an excellent choice. The seating capacity is on the low side making for a quiet dining room, even when nearly full. You won't be disappointed for either business or casual purposes.

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                                                                                                                10. Rachel

                                                                                                                  Minneapolis1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  Dined on January 24, 2025

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  We were seated immediately. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. We will be back!

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                                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                                Cooper's On 5th offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 255-9895.

                                                                                                                Cooper's On 5th is rated 4.7 stars by 154 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                                Make a reservation

                                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                                7:00 PM

                                                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                Google Map for Cooper's On 5th

                                                                                                                227 5th St, West des Moines, IA 50265

                                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                  West Des Moines
                                                                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                                                                  Tue–Fri 11:00 am–11:30 am
                                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                                  American, Burgers, Steak
                                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                                  Business Casual
                                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                                  None
                                                                                                                • Payment options
                                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Takeout, Wine
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