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A photo of AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino restaurant

1. AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino

4.4

Awesome(1156)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Des Moines

Booked 8 times today

AJ’s Steakhouse proudly serves renowned Iowa steaks and chops, seafood and poultry in a classy, yet comfortably casual, atmosphere. Located inside Iowa's premier gaming and entertainment venue, AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows invites you to enjoy some of the best American cuisine you'll find anywhere in central Iowa. We promise that our outstanding menu and attentive service will leave you truly satisfied. Join us soon for an unforgettable dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. Check out our full menu online. Then stop in and indulge yourself with all that our award-winning chefs can prepare for you.Book your next big event at the AJ’s Steakhouse Party Room. A comfortable room, elegant table setting, customized menu with world-class wines, and dedicated staff providing gracious service.

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2. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

4.9

Exceptional(3252)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines

Booked 30 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.

3. Fresko

4.7

Exceptional(1250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 16 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.

A photo of The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines restaurant

4. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(841)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Des Moines

Booked 19 times today

The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!

5. Eatery A

4.8

Exceptional(568)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 25 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.

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6. Mulberry Street Tavern

4.3

Awesome(611)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 5 times today

THE COURTYARD IS OPEN!! Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Looking for something..... well, more? How about a 12oz bison ribeye or hand made pappardelle with short rib ragout. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught. As we are a quaint eatery, we do not accept reservations for more than six guests.

7. Proudfoot & Bird

4.9

Exceptional(729)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 8 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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8. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

4.1

Excellent(697)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Des Moines

Booked 14 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

9. The Latin King

4.5

Awesome(252)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Des Moines

The Latin King restaurant was founded in 1947 by Rose and Jim Pigneri, who immigrated from Terravecchia, Italy to Des Moines. Rose and Jim wanted to bring authentic Italian fare to Des Moines and began this undertaking in earnest upon selling their home to finance the Latin King restaurant lease, which had previously operated as the Cinderella Sandwich Shop (circa 1930) and the Chanticleer Restaurant (circa 1937). Pigneri named the Latin King after New York City’s Latin Quarter and operated the Latin King for 35 years, notably taking only 10 days of vacation time during his tenure. Pigneri sold the Latin King to his third cousin Bob Tursi in 1983.

10. Bar Nico

4.7

Exceptional(103)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Des Moines

Booked 5 times today

Our restaurant's mantra is "Sin Maiz, No Hay Pais" meaning "without corn there is no country" as such, our tortillas are hand ground in house from heirloom organic Mexican corn varietals - made daily & cooked to order. As a result of our corn obsession, we have no flour in house & are a completely gluten-free kitchen.

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Meghan
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Spectacular in every way. Service was absolutely top notch throughout. Food was delectable from apps to dessert - if you want a perfectly cooked steak, I’d make your reservation now and stop thinking about it.
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801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines
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4.9
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Jody
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The prime rib was excellent and the service was excellent
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AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows CasinoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Des Moines
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4.4
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Audrey
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
Martinis are wonderful and the vibes are immaculate.
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The Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines
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4.6
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KelsiVIP
Southwest Florida •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
Amazing restaurant, delicious food, our server Betsy was so delighted and attentive!
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FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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4.7
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Denise
Iowa •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 16, 2025
Amazing service, fabulous food and energetic atmosphere. We'll return!
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Eatery APrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Des Moines
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4.8

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