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Fresko, Des Moines, IA

Fresko

4.8
4.8
1189 Reviews
$30 and under
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Healthy
  • Charming
“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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 630-7009
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Drew Hoormann
  • Catering
    We would be excited to host you or cater you for your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for choosing Fresko for your gathering! We are beyond excited to share our seasonal menus, made from locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, our lovely event spaces and exceptional team. You can trust your guests will have a tremendous experience at Fresko. Whether you’re here to celebrate your love story, organize a business meeting, celebrate a milestone, host a family gathering, or anything in between, we are here to put your mind at ease and deliver a fabulous experience for you and your guests. Our Executive Room accommodates up to 30 guests, and our Gathering Room accommodates up to 45 guests. We are also able to combine both rooms to accommodate up to 100 guests! We welcome the opportunity to make your vision a reality. Please contact us at events@freskodsm.com, by phone at 515-630-7009, or via our website: https://www.freskodsm.com/private-events/
  • Neighborhood
    Des Moines
  • Cross street
    9th and Locust
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, in several nearby parking ramps, and there is a lot across the street available after 5pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Iowa

    Best Overall

  • Iowa

    Best Food

  • Iowa

    Best Value

  • Iowa

    Innovative

  • Iowa

    Healthy

  • Iowa

    Most Booked

  • Des Moines

    Best Overall

  • Des Moines

    Best Food

  • Des Moines

    Best Service

  • Des Moines

    Best Value

  • Des Moines

    Innovative

  • Des Moines

    Good for groups

  • Des Moines

    Healthy

  • Des Moines

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fresko offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing brunch menu," "high quality food and service," and "wonderful atmosphere." Guests praise the "delicious and reasonably priced" dishes, attentive staff, and "beautiful presentation." The diverse menu caters to gluten-free needs and features standout items like "banana bread French toast."

1,189 Reviews
  1. Kevin

    Kansas City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent, great service. A great place to go but especially over the holidays. We’ve been to Fresko before and will return.

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  2. Forrest

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Drinks were awesome, price points seemed really fair. Food was pretty sub-par. Could have been better with just more salt honestly. The filet was underdone and the texture was bad. Serving staff was super nice. I don’t think I need to go back.

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  3. Hal

    VIP

    Kansas City

    101 reviews

    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Excellent menu and well prepared. Reservations handled well.

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  4. Nicole

    VIP

    Des Moines

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was great. Ordered a couple of entrees that missed the marked. Ordered the filet medium and the first cut seemed to be good but the further into the steak it got rarer and rarer. Ultimately, I think it was a warm rare. There was minimal flavor at that point. Another dish was the walleye. I thought it would be right up my flavor profile with the ingredients but the fish was overcooked and tough. Ordered desserts that were excellent.
    FreskoResponded on December 19, 2024
    Thank you for the feedback. We are thrilled you had excellent service. Were you able to speak to the manager and get another entree or have your meals removed that you did not enjoy?

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  5. Brooke

    VIP

    Des Moines

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My only disappointment tonight was that I had asked through OpenTable specifically that we be located as close to the front door as possible since my dinner companion had difficulty walking with a cane. So instead, we were seated on the opposite end of the restaurant other than that it was absolutely the great food I have experienced before, and the service second to none.
    FreskoResponded on December 19, 2024
    Thank you for the 5 stars and the feedback, Brooke.

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  6. Ryan

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The beet & goat cheese salad was served with an appropriate dressing serving, not drenched. The flank steak was excellent, the double bone chop was superior. Bar selections were average.

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  7. Chris

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I was looking for a seafood restaurant and they did not have much to choose from.

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  8. Graham

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Getting a reservation was super easy and they were able to accommodate a large group with little notice. The ambiance was amazing and the food was even better!
    FreskoResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad we could accommodate your group and that you enjoyed the ambiance and food. We hope to host you again soon!

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  9. Nancy

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic. Food and wine excellent. Thanks

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  10. tammi

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great experience. Great service. Enjoy the cocktails.
    FreskoResponded on December 5, 2024
    Thank you for the 5 stars! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed dining with us, please come again soon!

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FAQs

Fresko offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 630-7009.

Fresko is rated 4.8 stars by 1189 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
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Fresko

909 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Additional information

  • Cross street
    9th and Locust
  • Neighborhood
    Des Moines
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, in several nearby parking ramps, and there is a lot across the street available after 5pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Drew Hoormann
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (515) 630-7009
  • Catering
    We would be excited to host you or cater you for your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for choosing Fresko for your gathering! We are beyond excited to share our seasonal menus, made from locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, our lovely event spaces and exceptional team. You can trust your guests will have a tremendous experience at Fresko. Whether you’re here to celebrate your love story, organize a business meeting, celebrate a milestone, host a family gathering, or anything in between, we are here to put your mind at ease and deliver a fabulous experience for you and your guests. Our Executive Room accommodates up to 30 guests, and our Gathering Room accommodates up to 45 guests. We are also able to combine both rooms to accommodate up to 100 guests! We welcome the opportunity to make your vision a reality. Please contact us at events@freskodsm.com, by phone at 515-630-7009, or via our website: https://www.freskodsm.com/private-events/
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