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Visiting Des Moines? Here Are the City’s Highest-Rated Restaurants [GALLERY]
If you're headed to Des Moines soon, we've got some awesome restaurants you need to check out!
Here are the highest-rated restaurants in Des Moines according to Google! Each restaurant has at least 100 reviews and a rating of 4.7-stars or higher:
The Highest-Rated Restaurants in Des Moines
Visiting Des Moines? Here are the restaurants in the city that have at least 100 Google reviews and a rating of 4.7-stars or higher!
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Oak Park
- 3901 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
- "Modern American restaurant serving dishes such as duck fettuccine in a cozy, romantic atmosphere" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.9-star rating on Google (150 reviews)
Simon's
- 5800 Franklin Ave, Des Moines
- A "polished bistro & bar serving American & Italian classics" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.8-star rating on Google (1,625 reviews)
Mi Patria Ecuadorian Restaurant
- 1410 22nd St, West Des Moines
- "Unfussy Ecuadorian restaurant with a lunch buffet specializing in seafood dishes" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.8-star rating on Google (1,229 reviews)
Lachele's Fine Foods
- 2716 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
- "Bright cafe with a hip vibe specializing in burgers, hot dogs & sandwiches, plus vegan options." (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.8-star rating on Google (909 reviews)
Gursha Ethiopian Grill
- 2316 University Ave, Des Moines
- "Restaurant offering traditional Ethiopian eats such as spicy stews accompanied by large sourdough flatbread" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.8-star rating on Google (335 reviews)
Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery
- 2301 SW 9th St, Des Moines
- "Innovative American grub & craft beer in a quirky, modern space with wood boarding & chandeliers" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (2,375 reviews)
Lua Brewing
- 1525 High St, Des Moines
- "Craft beer & elevated pub grub served in an industrial-chic setup with a spacious outdoor patio" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (1,185 reviews)
801 Chophouse
- 801 Grand Ave, Des Moines
- "Prime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (1,150 reviews)
Francie's Bar & Grill
- 2100 Wakonda View Dr, Des Moines
- "Easygoing wood-paneled sports bar with a covered patio offering American eats, cocktails & beer" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (1,104 reviews)
Manhattan Deli
- 3705 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
- "Unfussy sandwich shop dispensing deli classics, including homemade soups & desserts" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (1,061 reviews)
Akebono 515
- 215 10th St, Des Moines
- "Sleek, contemporary restaurant & bar offering sushi, cooked Japanese dishes & cocktails" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (962 reviews)
The Station On Ingersoll
- 3124 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
- "Casual option for burgers, wings, and other American fare, plus happy hours" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (863 reviews)
HomeGrown Des Moines – Crescent
- 555 17th St, Des Moines
- "Locally sourced breakfast and lunch in a comfortable setting with vegetarian options" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (562 reviews)
Harbinger
- 2724 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
- "New American small plates and tasting menus in an upscale, romantic setting" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (488 reviews)
Lucky Lotus
- 2721 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
- "Casual spot serving dishes from Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam with vegan options and a large tea menu" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (434 reviews)
Aposto
- 644 18th St, Des Moines
- "Candlelit dinner spot serving modern, wine-paired Southern Italian fare in a Victorian mansion" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (390 reviews)
Lucca
- 420 E Locust St, Des Moines
- "Chic outpost serving modern & traditional Italian dishes, some with North African influence" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (381 reviews)
Maggie's Rumble Room
- 1430 2nd Ave, Des Moines
- "Easygoing hangout with ice-cold drinks, live music, and casual eats such as pizza, burgers, and wings" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (244 reviews)
Basil Prosperi
- 801 Grand Ave, Des Moines
- "Lunchtime destination for Italian pastas, sandwiches & salads in a contemporary cafe setting" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (190 reviews)
Bar Nico
- 428 E Locust St, Des Moines
- "Tacos, corn varietals, and other Mexican plates are the focus at this contemporary eatery" (via Google) - check out the menu HERE
- 4.7-star rating on Google (168 reviews)
Iowans Name Their Favorite Small Town Restaurants
I asked Iowans on Facebook what their favorite small town Eastern Iowa restaurant is, and there were some great suggestions! According to Google, a town is considered "small" when it has 5,000 people or less. Our list includes restaurants in towns that have a population of 7,000 or less, and some of them have MUCH less! Here are 20 recommendations from folks in Eastern Iowa:
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