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Destination Grille in Grimes. - Destination Grille, Grimes, IA

Destination Grille

4.7 (423)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 355-1153
  • Website
    http://www.destinationgrille.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We have a many options to host your next event at Destination Grille. From 10-300 people, we have the perfect space!
  • Private party facilities
    https://destinationgrille.com/grimes-destination-grille-parties
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111
  • Neighborhood
    Grimes
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Destination Grille's menu was last updated on 6/16/2025.

All options served with a choice of side – French fries, chips, side salad, or fresh berries

Kids Menu

  • Chicken Strips$9.00

    • Mac and Cheese$9.00

      • Red or White Pasta$9.00

        • Cheeseburger$9.00

          • Kids Cheese Pizza$9.00

            • Extra Topping$2.00

          Last updated: September 16, 2024

          What 423 people are saying

          Destination Grille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

          Overall ratings and reviews

          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

          4.7
          4.7 based on recent ratings
          • 4.5Food
          • 4.8Service
          • 4.7Ambience
          • 4.4Value

          Noise • Moderate

          Loved For

          • Iowa

            Best Service

          • Iowa

            Healthy

          • Iowa

            Hot spot

          • Des Moines

            Best Service

          • Des Moines

            Best Ambiance

          • Des Moines

            Innovative

          • Des Moines

            Healthy

          • Des Moines

            Hot spot

          • Des Moines

            Great for outdoor dining

          • Des Moines

            Most Booked

          Review summary

          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
          Destination Grille in Grimes is praised for its "amazing gluten free options" and "delicious food." Guests appreciate the "pleasant atmosphere" and "very friendly, knowledgeable staff." The restaurant offers a diverse menu accommodating dietary needs and boasts "excellent service." It's a "recommended local restaurant," perfect for special occasions or regular dining.
          423 Reviews

          1. nicole

            Iowa13 reviews

            3.0

            Dined 5 days ago

            1. Overall 3
            2. Food 3
            3. Service 3
            4. Ambience 5
            2/4 diners were told the restaurant had run out of what they wanted to order & that it frequently happens on Sunday night because the restaurant restocks weekly. Food lacked attention to detail. Toasted sourdough bread was soggy/not fully toasted. Meal was delivered with missing side dish. Risotto was lacking flavor etc. Fries were overpowered by excess seasoning etc. Make sure to go at a time the restaurant is slower for a better experience, not a weekend evening.

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          2. Stacy

            Iowa1 review

            5.0

            Dined on June 10, 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            We had the best service. Our server checked on us several times and the food was delicious!

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          3. Karen

            Iowa3 reviews

            5.0

            Dined on June 1, 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Amazing gluten free options, relaxing ambience, and super friendly waiter.

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          4. Susan

            Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

            5.0

            Dined on May 14, 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            The food and the staff were excellent! Great place - you should go!

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          5. Todd

            Iowa5 reviews

            5.0

            Dined on May 13, 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 4
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Great food. Good service and an all-around great restaurant. Definitely going back soon.

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          6. Cindy VIP

            Iowa3 reviews

            3.0

            Dined on May 11, 2025

            1. Overall 3
            2. Food 3
            3. Service 3
            4. Ambience 4
            The list of things they were out of seemed longer than the menu.

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          7. B

            Iowa9 reviews

            3.0

            Dined on May 11, 2025

            1. Overall 3
            2. Food 1
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 3
            We have never had a bad experience, until our recent visit. Our food arrived cold and very bland. Not much flavor at all.

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          8. David

            Las Vegas12 reviews

            4.0

            Dined on May 10, 2025

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 4
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            The food was very good. The corn lobster chowder was cold and it took several times to get it warm. It was very delicious once it was hot the lobster macaroni and cheese had truffle in it and unfortunately, we just don’t care for that flavor. But we’re told that for truffle flavor, it was outstanding. It was our bad, not catching that 

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          9. Danielle

            St. Louis1 review

            5.0

            Dined on May 4, 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            The gluten free options were amazing!! As a celiac individual, it was nice to have somewhere to go where I can eat most of the menu.

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          10. Bri

            Iowa15 reviews

            5.0

            Dined on May 3, 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Our waitress was fantastic. Very personable and attentive. Food, as always, was delicious. Drinks, appetizers and main dishes were all great

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          FAQs

          Destination Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 355-1153.

          Destination Grille is rated 4.7 stars by 423 OpenTable diners.

          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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          2 people
          7:00 PM
          Booked 7 times today
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          2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111

          Additional information

          • Neighborhood
            Grimes
          • Hours of operation
            Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm
          • Price
            $31 to $50
          • Cuisines
            Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
          • Dining style
            Casual Dining
          • Dress code
            Casual Dress
          • Parking details
            Private Lot
          • Public transit
            None
          • Payment options
            AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
          • Additional
            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
          • Delivery & takeout
            Order direct
          • Website
            http://www.destinationgrille.com/
          • Phone number
            (515) 355-1153
          • Catering
            We have a many options to host your next event at Destination Grille. From 10-300 people, we have the perfect space!
          • Private party facilities
            https://destinationgrille.com/grimes-destination-grille-parties
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