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- RRick1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoMy wife and I had Mac n cheese hers with Buffalo chicken and mine had brisket. It was wonderful and we will go there everytime we are traveling through (2 x per year minimum).More infoSharps RoastHousePrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Seatac•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinerNew York / Tri-State Area •4 reviews4.0Dined 6 days agoRuben and French dip were awesome ! Waiter was friendly and opened our bottle of wine we had in our room from our recent cruise we couldn't pack to bring home.More infoSpencer's For Steaks & ChopsPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Seatac•4.2
- EElaineSeattle / Eastern Washington •18 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Donna was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was brought in a timely fashion and the presentation of each of the dishes was excellent. I would definitely use this restaurant again for a special occasionMore infoCopperleaf Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Northwest• Seatac•4.6
- JMJamesMSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Outstanding service, great view, and very good food. We did our anniversary there and will do it again. This is a great place for friends, family and special occasions. The staff is super friendly and meets your every needs. Great place and the price is reasonable even after covid.More infoAnthony's HomePort - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Des Moines•4.5
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Discover Des Moines
Des Moines is located on the eastern shore of the Puget Sound, giving this coastal city direct access to the water and to the some of the freshest and highest quality seafood available. Seafood options include classic chowders, fresh oysters, and grilled fish fresh from the Pacific Ocean. Many of the restaurant locations here are not only on the water, they actually offer boat parking. In addition to the top-notch seafood, Des Moines also offers classic steakhouses with beef aged for tenderness and grilled to order. If your taste buds are looking for a more international experience, Des Moines is home to award winning Thai, rustic Italian, and classic French cuisine as well.
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