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- ZZoeChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoReally great experience! Their burger and the prickly pear margarita are my favorite!!More infoTribute Eatery & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Coralville•4.6
- MMelanieIowa •1 review4.0Dined on Nov 1, 2024This is a great local option in Grinnell. We have enjoyed many meals there. The food is good and there are unique options. And you are supporting local versus bigger chain restaurants. I will continue to go to Prairie Canary for my restaurant choice in this community. They work hard to make it a good experience.More infoPrairie Canary Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.8
- FFrankChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 27, 2024The food was delicious and our experience was made even better by our waitress, Kelly. Keep up the good work.More info30hop CoralvillePrice: Moderate• American• Coralville•4.6
- PPattyMinneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews5.0Dined on Sep 7, 2024Awesome experience. Food, atmosphere, wait staff 10/10More infoWilder at Graduate Iowa CityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Coralville•3.7
- OTOpenTable DinerIowa •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 28, 2024This is a great place to eat!!! Nice atmosphere and nice selection of different foods!! Will definitely be going back!!!More infoHometown HeroesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines•4.7
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Iowa is known as one of the safest states to live in, which adds to its appeal as a place to visit. With many attractions and things to do, you’re bound to work up an appetite for one of the many local dishes - and there are many! Iowa offers typical restaurant meals from almost any culture imaginable with many of the ingredients being grown in the area. You’ll also see foods iconic to Iowa, such as a loose meat sandwich called Maid Rite, rhubarb pie, Iowa chops, and taco pizza. Although specific to Des Moines, the steak de burgo is a popular item throughout the state. Don't miss some of Iowa's classic corn on the cob.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Des Moines is Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar
The best vegan restaurants in Des Moines are Fresko, Wasabi - Johnston and Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar
The best vegetarian restaurants in Des Moines are Fresko, The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines and Prairie Canary Restaurant & Bar
The restaurants with the best service in Des Moines are Roots95, Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar and Wasabi - Johnston
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Des Moines are Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar, Wasabi - Johnston and Taco Gato
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- Brook Street Park
- Lollar Park
- Sargent Park
- Iowa State Capitol
- Country Gables Park
- Belmond Historical Museum
- Allamakee County Home Park
- Riverview Park
- Calhoun Wildlife Area
- Young Arena
- Old Capitol Mall
- William M Black Museum
- Cheyenne Park
- Green Castle Recreation Area
- Bruggeman County Park
- Charleston Roadside Park
- Dedication To Peter Melendy Historical Marker
- Otter Creek Golf Course
- Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
- Canoe Creek Wildlife Management Area