Whether you’re Downtown to take in a game, to check out the latest act or are just meeting friends, we suggest you make a trip to one of our many eclectic, fun—and tasty—restaurants. |
Are you hungry
for American food?Yowzers, we've got 52 American restaurants to choose from:
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A.K. O'Connors
Bar is now open!
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216 |
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Alba Restaurant
Contemporary American Cuisine - now open for lunch Wednesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and dinner Tuesday - Saturday, 5 p.m. - close.
524 E. 6th Street see map
(515) 244-0261 |
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Azalea Restaurant & Lounge website
Contemporary American cuisine with Mediterranean and Asian influences featuring locally grown, seasonal foods from Owner/Chef Jeremy Morrow.
400 Walnut see map
(515) 288-9606 |
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Brenton Skating Plaza website
Ice skating in the winter and lunch on the plaza in the summer, there's a reason for every season. Bike rentals are also available through October.
520 Robert D. Ray Drive see map
(515) 284-1000 |
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Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Co. website
Stop in today to experience our award-winning cuisine, highly quaffable beer in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.
309 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-2739 |
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Doozies Bar & Grill
Fine American cuisine within a fun, sporty environment. Located in Embassy Suites on the river.
101 E. Locust see map
(515) 244-1700 |
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el Bait Shop website
105 beers on tap and delicious mexican cuisine.
200 S.W. 2nd St. see map
(515) 284-1970 |
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Food Chain Cafe website
While you feed your mind with activities and experiments at SCI, feed your body with a snack or meal from The Food Chain Cafe.
401 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy see map
(515) 274-6868 |
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Gateway Market Cafe website
Enjoy great food and fresh-brewed coffee in a casual and fun setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
2002 Woodland see map
(515) 243-1754 |
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High Life Lounge
Located close to Principal Park, the bar's deck is a popular pre-game meet-up spot, with Old Style on tap and cans for $2.
200 SW 2nd St. see map
(515) 280-1965 |
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inPlay website
Our modern entertainment and gaming center has over 100 of the most popular virtual reality, and interactive games.
615 3rd Street see map
(515) 333-5050 |
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Java Joe's Coffeehouse website
Coffee beans roasted daily so your order is fresh. We also have vegetarian items and Indian dishes on the menu.
214 4th St. see map
(515) 288-5282 |
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Johnny's Hall of Fame Sports Bar website
Traditional American fare at reasonable prices in a sporty, down home atmosphere.
302 Court Ave. see map
(515) 280-6679 |
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Palmer's Deli and Market
Delicious soups, sandwiches and salads with the convenience of skywalk dining.
655 Walnut St see map
(515) 288-4466 |
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Quizno's Subs website
Our food is created using only premium quality ingredients like artisan breads, freshly sliced meats and fresh vegetables. Yum!
319 7th St. see map
(515) 309-0666 |
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Raccoon River Brewing website
We offer fresh ingredients with thoughtful preparation to enhance your dining experience.
1001 Mulberry St. see map
(515) 362-5222 |
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Riverwalk Cafe at the Botanical Center website
Tasty sandwiches, soups, salads and pastas, located in the Des Moines Botanical Center.
909 Robert D. Ray Drive see map
(515) 323-6288 |
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Sally's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
Special dill hamburgers, a fun soda parlor and old-fashioned food.
555 Walnut see map
(515) 237-2530 |
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Sarpino's Pizzeria website
Gourmet authentic Italian pizza, pasta and more. We deliver.
319 7th St. see map
(515) 284-0664 |
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Sbrocco website
Where friends come together to enjoy the best things in life: great wine, incredible food and the best company in an informal, yet sophisticated setting.
208 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-3663 |
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Shorty's Bar
Downtown's speakeasy bar in the basement of Sbrocco.
202 Court - Lower Level see map
(515) 286-4950 |
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South Union Bread Co. website
Located in the Temple for Performing Arts, every South Union Bakery Cafe sandwich is made from tasty artisan bread.
1011 Locust St. see map
(515) 248-1782 |
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Splash! Seafood Bar and Grill website
With recipes from Key West, Islamorada and Key Largo, this high-end restaurant has all of your exotic seafood desires.
303 Locust St. see map
(515) 244-5686 |
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Tastespuds
Baked potatoes, salads, soup, tacos and fries with quick and friendly service.
700 Locust St. see map
(515) 243-7783 |
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The Grand Piano Bistro website
Live music and great food. Home of Pianopalooza. Open for lunch and dinner.
506 E. Grand see map
(515) 243-2380 |
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The House of Bricks website
Restaurant/bar featuring the best of Des Moines’ live music scene. Menu includes sandwiches, burgers, and salads.
535 E. Grand Ave. see map
(515) 727-4370 |
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The Stadium Grill & Bar website
Located on the second floor of the inPlay Entertainment Complex, we offer a full menu with appetizers and entrees.
615 3rd St. see map
(515) 333-5050 |
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The Village Bean
A wide variety of delicious coffees, smoothies, soups, sandwiches and desserts, with wireless Internet connection.
400 E. Locust St. see map
(515) 309-0133 |
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Winston's Coffee House
A perfect spot for a hot breakfast or lunch. Quick friendly service and great food.
601 Locust St. see map
(515) 245-5454 |
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Winston's Pub and Grille
Our place or yours? Experience our fine dining or hors d'oeuvres. Winston's is a full service resturant and caterer with friendly staff.
601 Locust St. see map
(515) 245-5454 |
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101 Lounge
Now open for lunch and dinner featuring Thai BBQ Chicken, Ribs and Beef Sa-te, Pepper Steak. Be sure to check out our patio!
101 3rd Street see map
(515) 283-1014 |
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801 Steak and Chop House website
We offer only the very finest and freshest meats, seafoods, vegetables and desserts.
801 Grand Ave. Suite 200 see map
(515) 288-6000 |
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Baby Boomers
Traditional fare at reasonable prices. Burgers and blue plate specials. Nothing fancy, just good.
313 E. Locust St. see map
(515) 244-9107 |
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Basil Prosperi
Delicious salads, sandwhiches and pastas.
801 Grand Ave. see map
(515) 244-2070 |
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Bruegger's Bagels website
Known for our famous bagels, we also have sandwiches, wraps, gourmet soups, salads and much more.
655 Walnut St. see map
(515) 282-8075 |
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Burger King website
Home of the original flame-broiled whopper, where you can have it your way!
655 Walnut St. see map
(515) 243-5938 |
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Chef Joe's Place
Cozy spot with menu ranging from paninis to nachos. Most noted for build-your-own pasta and omelet menus.
621 Des Moines St. see map
(515) 243-9131 |
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Do-Biz Bakeries
Warm muffins, gourmet coffee, and chewy, gooey cookies that are oh, so good!
555 Walnut see map
(515) 244-6303 |
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Golden Chicken
From broasted or rotisserie chicken, chicken strips, chicken sandwiches to a grilled chicken wrap, we have it all.
700 Locust St. see map
(515) 284-7060 |
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Iowa Cub Club website
Open weekdays for breakfast and lunch. American favorites with daily specials. Easy access from downtown. Free parking. Great ballpark view.
350 SW 1st St. see map
(515) 243-6825 |
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King's Pretzels
Hand rolled pretzels in a variety of flavors and toppings.
555 Walnut see map
(515) 280-1922 |
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Legends American Grill website
Fabulous American Cuisine from half-pound burgers to Legends signature steaks and pastas.
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216 |
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Midtown Art Cafe & Gallery
Gourmet sandwiches on homemade bread, soups, salads and more!
655 Walnut see map
(515) 280-3348 |
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Monihan's Speakeasy
Located in the Renaissance Savery Hotel, we are open for dinner. Our bar menu features Lite Bites and appetizers.
401 Locust St. see map
(515) 244-2151 |
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Noodle Zoo website
Delicious sandwiches, salads and noodle bowls with an upscale yet casual dining atmosphere.
601 E. Locust St. see map
(515) 282-6281 |
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Ritual Café website
We proudly serve an all vegetarian menu, with specialty drinks, sandwiches and salads.
1301 Locust St. see map
(515) 288-4872 |
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Rock River Grill & Tavern
Now open on the skywalk level of the Marriott Hotel.
700 Grand Ave. see map
(515) 245-5500 |
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Smokey D's BBQ website
Award winning BBQ in a convenient skywalk location.
601 Locust Street see map
(515) 245-3800 |
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Subway website
Serving fresh, great tasting, made-for-you sandwiches and salads, many of which have 6 grams of fat or less.
555 Walnut see map
(515) 283-1339 |
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The Continental
The tapas-style dinner menu includes, red-pepper bruschetta, seafood brie encroute, chicken and chorizo skewers.
428 E. Locust St. see map
(515) 244-5845 |
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The Funky Pickle
The Funky Pickle ... where lunch is fast, fresh and funky. Featuring sandwiches, soups and salad bar.
625 Grand Ave. see map
(515) 282-3865 |
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The Iowa Room
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with contemporary Midwest Cuisine. Located in the Renaissance Savery Hotel.
401 Locust St. see map
(515) 244-2151 |
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