Best Lunch Restaurants in Ankeny

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Des Moines

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AnkenyDes MoinesGrimes

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15 restaurants available nearby

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1. 30hop Ankeny

4.7

Exceptional(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Ankeny

Booked 14 times today

Located in the District at Prairie Trail, we pride ourselves on being both unique and inviting with an atmosphere that’s all about kicking back and enjoying the good times! The menu is built to satisfy every craving—from classic comfort foods to bold flavors.Find us:Ankeny, IA Cedar Rapids, IACoralville, IALee's Summit, MOOmaha, NE

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2. Sterling's - Ankeny

3.6

Very Good(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Ankeny

Booked 1 time today

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!

3. Wasabi - Ankeny

4.5

Awesome(67)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Des Moines

Booked 3 times 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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4. Louie's Wine Dive - Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(861)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 15 times today

Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!

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5. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

4.3

Awesome(686)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Des Moines

Booked 29 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! We are currently closed on Monday's

6. Eatery A

4.8

Exceptional(557)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 50 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

7. Fresko

4.7

Exceptional(1230)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 36 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.

8. Proudfoot & Bird

4.9

Exceptional(717)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 17 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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9. Park Street Kitchen

3.7

Very Good(77)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Des Moines

Booked 1 time today

Park Street Kitchen & Bar, located in Hilton Des Moines Downtown is an all day dining concept featuring local ingredients and products, simply prepared and professionally served. The soul of this restaurant is anchored in the abundance of regional foods produced and raised locally. The menu features wholesome and hearty fare, using tried and true recipes and methods. Dine indoors or al fresco on our outdoor patio complete with string lights and a fireplace. Enjoy validated parking while you dine for up to two hours. See a restaurant team member for more details.

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10. Destination Grille

4.8

Exceptional(415)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Grimes

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Destination Grille. A contemporary, upscale yet casual restaurant that reminds us of travels and destinations around the globe. We are an experience like non-other! Please join us Monday through Saturday from 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-8pm. Don't forget to join us for a night cap Fridays and Saturdays, our bars remain open until 11pm on both levels! We have a lot of options with a fabulous ambience on each level, but it can be overwhelming your first time, please call if you have any questions!

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Debbi
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had reservations for a group of 11 on a Saturday. They took such good care of us. The service was great and our food was great. I highly recommend Louie's Wine Dive!
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Louie's Wine Dive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Des Moines
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4.6
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Chad
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 26, 2025
It was a super busy Friday night yet the food and service remained excellent. We highly recommend the tuna bowl! Love the new location’s character and ambiance! Keep up the great work!
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30hop AnkenyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Ankeny
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4.7
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Barb
Caribbean •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 17, 2025
Great food😃 good service. Food came quickly Chicken poblano soup is amazing!
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Tupelo Honey - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Des Moines
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4.3
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Lori
Iowa •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 23, 2025
Awesome, friendly attentive server! Great food and atmosphere!
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Wasabi - AnkenyPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Des Moines
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4.5
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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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