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Fleming's Steakhouse - Des Moines
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(952)Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine, or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply wanting to enjoy an excellent culinary experience - we will create a safe and memorable evening for you. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.6(975)Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in West Des Moines, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been recognized as the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner and 2024 Wine Spectator's award recipient, a testament to its commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan Creek
Price: Moderate•Italian•3.9(860)Bravo Jordan Creek is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in West Des Moines, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Jordan Creek is the place to eat in West Des Moines, IA for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!Dave & Buster's - Des Moines
Price: Moderate•American•4.1(134)Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.
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- JJohnIowa •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoAll 4 meals were prepared to perfection, waiter and staff were all very professional and helpful. They had a hand written note on the table signed by all staff members wishing us a happy anniversary, a nice touch to make the event personal.More infoFleming's Steakhouse - Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Des Moines•4.8
- TTomVIPIowa •5 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat food with exceptional service in a very friendly locationMore infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive•4.7
- EEliIowa •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agofood was amazing and came out faster than expected. the staff and our waitress Kait were more than friendly and i received the same amount of respect i get when i valet park there. was very satisfied with everythingMore infoRuth's Chris Steak House - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines•4.6
- AAngelaDenver / Colorado •13 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 17, 2025Another great meal at Firebirds! The food was great, our server was very attentive and helpful.More infoFirebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• West Des Moines•4.4
- KKathrynVIPIowa •5 reviews5.0Dined on May 17, 2025Our server was fantastic and the food was prepared perfectlyMore infoBravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan CreekPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Des Moines•3.9
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West Des Moines is located in the middle of the heartland. Iowa produces one-seventh of the nation's produce and is a leading supplier of many food products, including corn, pork, and eggs. Restaurants in West Des Moines are able to take advantage of all the fresh produce and local suppliers to provide fresh and high-quality ingredients for their unique menu items. These places offer an eclectic mix of casual taverns and cafes serving Iowa classics like loose meat sandwiches and cheese curds. Upscale dining steakhouses and seafood restaurants can also be found here. International choices include classic French, Italian, and Mexican. Throw all your preconceived notions of dining in West Des Moines out the window and head into town to sample a cosmopolitan Iowan dining experience.
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Dog friendly restaurants in West Des Moines include Smash Park - West Des Moines, Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines and Dave & Buster's - Des Moines
Child friendly restaurants in West Des Moines include Smash Park - West Des Moines, Dave & Buster's - Des Moines and Wasabi - Waukee
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