Django Restaurant

Name: Django Restaurant
Address: 1420 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, United States, 50309
Telephone: (515) 288-0268
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2624 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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Poutine lovers rejoice! Django will reopen in August at its new location: 1420 Locust Street in downtown Des Moines. We're excited to get back to serving Des Moines all the Django cuisine you love... along with some new surprises, including the addition of Derek Eidson (formerly of Centro) as Executive Chef / Partner.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
French, French American, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(515) 288-0268
Website
http://www.djangodesmoines.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Derek Eidson
Private party facilities
Djust say Django for your next corporate or social gathering. Sit back, relax and let the experienced restaurant professionals take care of all the details! The restaurant offers a number of private and semi-private spaces perfect for every type of event. Private banquet rooms are available for groups with up to 60 seated guests. Contact a manager for more details.
Private party contact
parties@djangodesmoines.com: (515) 288-0268

Location
1420 Locust St Des Moines, IA 50309
Neighborhood
Downtown Des Moines
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Django Onion Rings$7.99
Thin cut, with harissa aioli and curry ketchup
Fried Calamari$12.50
Peppadew peppers, rouille, cocktail sauce
Duck Frites* ^$8.99
with béarnaise, harissa aioli, and curry ketchup
Escargots de Bourgogne^$10.99
with garlic-parsley butter and lemon
Poutine$8.99
Braised beef, caramelized onion, mushrooms, Milton Creamery cheese curds and demi-glace over hand-cut fries
Veggie Poutine$8.99
Vegetarian brandy peppercorn gravy, onion, roasted mushrooms, cream and Milton Creamery cheese curds over hand-cut French fries
Fried Brussels Sprouts$10.99
with truffle oil, Parmesan and harissa aioli
Deviled Crab$13.99
Blue crab, mayonnaise, green onion, espelette and bread crumbs
Shrimp Cocktail$12.99
Poached shrimp served chilled with house cocktail sauce and lemon
Snow Crab Cocktail$21.99
Poached claws served chilled with house cocktail sauce and mustard sauce

Soups & Salads

Add chicken ($5.50), steak ($6), salmon ($7), tuna ($8.50) to any salad

Onion Soup Gratinée$7.50
Soup du Jour$4.99
Tomato Bisque^$4.99
Soup & Salad Combo$11.99
Choice of Django Salad, Soup du Jour or Tomato Bisque
Django Salad^$7.25
House greens, feta cheese, shaved fennel, radish, tomato, red onion, cucumber and classic vinaigrette
Spinach Salad^$8.25
Baby spinach, bacon, feta cheese, strawberries, red onion, candied walnuts and warm bacon vinaigrette
Beet Salad^$8.25
Arugula, beets, goat cheese, pickled onion, olive oil, sunflower seeds
Salmon Salad*$16.99
6 oz. filet, spinach, dates, walnuts, cucumber, red onion, sumac-yogurt dressing
Steak Salad*$16.99
6 oz. Iowa Premium Certified Angus flank steak, mixed greens, haricots verts, crispy potatoes, tomato, bacon, radish, Roquefort vinaigrette
Tuna Niçoise Salad* ^$16.99
Seared ahi tuna, mixed greens, hard-boiled egg, haricots verts, tomato, Niçoise olives, fennel, radish, red onion, crispy potatoes and classic vinaigrette
Curry Chicken$15.99
Marinated chicken breast, feta, avocado, tomato, sweet corn, boiled egg and green goddess dressing
Crab Louie$16.99
Blue crab, boiled egg, asparagus, green olives, chive, roasted red pepper and Louis dressing

Sandwiches

With choice of Soup du Jour, Tomato Bisque, Hand-cut French Fries or salad. Substitute Onion Soup Gratinée ($3) or Django Onion Rings ($1)

Croque Monsieur / French Ham and Cheese$8.99
Niman Ranch ham, Swiss cheese and Dijon mustard on South Union Bakery country bread with béchamel sauce
Turkey Bacon Panini$8.99
Roasted turkey breast, bacon, white Cheddar cheese, tomato, basil, aioli and Dijon mustard on South Union Bakery country bread
Croque Madame*$9.99
Same as the Monsieur with a fried egg
Grilled Cheese^$8.99
Gruyere and Swiss cheeses, roasted mushrooms, caramelized onion and truffle oil on South Union Bakery country bread
Monte Cristo$8.99
Niman Ranch ham, Swiss cheese, onion jam and whipped butter on South Union Bakery Country bread
Django Club$12.99
Roasted chicken breast, bacon, white Cheddar, avocado, lettuce, tomato, red onion and rouille on South Union Bakery ciabatta bun
Blackened Ahi Sandwich*$13.99
Blackened ahi tuna, Napa cabbage, roasted red pepper, capers, celery, red onion and rémoulade on South Union Bakery ciabatta bun

À La Carte

Hand-Cut French Fries$3.99
Harissa Haricots Verts Salad^$4.99
Chickpea Niçoise Salad^$4.99
Red Curry Carrots & Cauliflower^$4.99

Entrées & Pasta

Seared Salmon* ^$16.99
Pan seared 6 oz. salmon filet, fingerling potatoes, spinach, fennel, bacon and beurre blanc
Paillard$14.99
Pan-seared pounded chicken breast with arugula, tomato, red onion, shaved Parmesan and classic vinaigrette
Macaroni Gratin$13.99
Pipette pasta, Gruyère, Comté and Port Salut cheeses and toasted bread crumbs
Steak Frites*$15.50
6 oz. Iowa Premium Certified Angus Beef flank steak with frites and choice of sauce
Pasta Combination$12.99
Half gratin pasta with choice of Soup du Jour, Tomato Bisque or petite Django salad
Crêpe$12.99
Spinach crêpe, herbed goat cheese, roasted mushrooms and pea shoots
Vegan Gnocchi$14.99
Spinach and tofu pasta, farro, onion, corn, mushroom, spinach, tomato and cashew cream sauce

Moules Frites

Featuring Penn Cove mussels steamed in a cast iron crock and served with Hand-cut French Fries. Substitute Duck Frites ($2) or Django Onion Rings ($1)

Django^$15.99
Belgian beer, garlic, shallot, bay leaf, butter, lemon, parsley
Bleu^$15.99
Cream, bacon, leeks, garlic and bleu cheese
Curry^$15.99
White wine, cream, garlic, shallots, curry powder, mint, butter, preserved lemon

Burgers

Our 8 oz. burgers feature freshly ground beef and are served on a South Union Bakery artisan bun with lettuce, tomato and red onion and a choice of Soup du Jour, Tomato Bisque, Hand-cut French Fries or salad. Substitute Onion Soup Gratinée ($3), Duck Frites ($2) or Django Onion Rings ($1). Add bacon ($1)

Django*$13.99
Bacon, caramelized onion, Port Salut cheese and truffle aioli
Le Royale with Cheese*$13.99
with white Cheddar cheese and a fried egg
Le Bleu*$13.99
with Roquefort and caramelized onion
Au Poivre*$13.99
with Gruyère and brandy peppercorn sauce
Rossini*$17.99
with foie gras torchon, black truffle, demi-glace and Gruyère
Veggie Burger$11.99
Beyond Meat burger patty with white Cheddar, aioli and onion rings

What 2,624 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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JulieT
Des Moines
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place and stop in for happy hour whenever we can!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a good experience. Staff is very professional and food is great.
O
Oksana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend is gluten free, they have GF options
JJ
JayJ
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I wish I got our servers name she was fantastic. The food was excellent.
RK
RichardK
Des Moines
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We went Django for the first time for my wife's birthday. The table split the brussel sprouts and duck frites for appetizers. Both were excellent. The wine selection was on point. I had the Caesar salad and the wife had the Django salad. I enjoyed mine more than she did. The Django was a little heavy on the feta. We both had the New York Strip Au Poivre cooked to each of our likings. All very well. The server brought a free desert with a candle for her birthday. I would definitely recommend Django for a special occasion.
LC
LauraC
Des Moines
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always always enjoy our dinners at Django. This waitress was especially enjoyable. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
S
Shoegirl
Omaha
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
Salmon dish way over cooked and all around salty. Ended up eating 1/2 of my husbands dish.
KI
KIMB
South Dakota
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing! Food, atmosphere, wine list & server suggestion. We’ll definitely be back!
MJ
MelissaJ
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was amazing! Love the decor and location too.
SF
SusanFromIA
Des Moines
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had Alex D. as a server, and she was fantastic. Food was delicious as always! This is one of our favorite restaurants in town!
T
Trin
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very lovely restaurant to go either with a group of friends, family dinner, or even just date night for you and the significant other. Loved the duck frites, charcuterie board, and entrees that we had. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive, which is something I truly love when dining out. Would definitely come back again with family to enjoy amazing dishes
LC
LauraC
Des Moines
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
As always wonderful food!
BC
BrianC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
The service was great. The food was fine but you can spend less at other restaurants and get the same quality.
WP
WillP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice experience. I didn't care for the escargot version compared to other styles, yet enjoyed the overall dinner
DB
DavidB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was extremely great! It was my wife's birthday and it was a great place to celebrate at. We will definitely return.
AW
AaronW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
My go to location in Des Moines, Django is a place that I Can take anyone from a larger metro. Great food, great ambience, always a wonderful experience.
M
Midwesterngal
New Orleans
56 reviews
vip
4.0
56 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
We had a nice dinner Tuesday at Django, benefitting from their all day happy hour! A couple of the items didn't quite deliver on expectations, the onion and bleu cheese "tart" was a puffed pastry and had broad areas of burn, the steak au poivre was great but the Django potatoes were nothing like what is represented on the website, my wife was sadly disappointed as she loves a great scalloped potato dish.
DS
DanS
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was one of the finest dinners I have had at any restaurant in Des Moines. Everyone else was very pleased with their meals as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food and wasn’t overly pricey.
BL
BrandonL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
First time to Django. Atmosphere was great. Apps were great. Drinks were great. Service was amazing. Entree was terrible. I got the bouillabaisse and it was one of the worst things I've had in a very long time. The sauce had a very stale taste. And I know seafood is expensive, but there should've been more than 6 pieces of seafood in an $34 dish. Highly overpriced for the quality.
KO
KOTYC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Other than the steak being under cooked food was amazing!
CB
CurtB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great Valentine's Day dinner. Food was great. Oysters were fresh and delicious. And I love the corkage fee-$0. My only quibble is the music. They should only play Django Reinhardt's music. There's plenty of it and it's REALLY good. Thanks for an enjoyable time. We'll be back.
TU
TripUout
Kansas City
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We went for an early Valentine's dinner. The staff was great. Our waitress was fabulous.
EJ
EarhornJones
Des Moines
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food and service at Django was impeccable. We were seated in a small back room that I hadn't sat in before, which was very nicely decorated and comfortable. I continue to be amazed that I can go to Django, get a happy hour appetizer for$6-$9, a Croque Madam or a burger for under $20 with a side, and a bowl of the amazing French Onion soup for a few dollars more. It's fine dining at fast food pricing. The more expensive entrees are amazing, as well, but if you're looking for value, you can find it here. The poutine is maybe the most delicious thing I've ever eaten.
b
bunnyb
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
fantastic food with great service. We were offered the private rooom which reduced the noise factor. great night!
F
Flashattack
Washington DC
295 reviews
vip
4.0
295 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Early reservation before a show. Service was friendly and pleasant. Delicious cocktails as prelude to great dinner. Always an enjoyable destination for dinner. We will definitely be back!
D
Daniel
Kansas City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience2
Was given a two top at the top of the stairs when other two tops and 4 tops were available. The two top at the top of the stairs under the spot light just needs to go away. It is an awful place to sit and if we are ever placed there again we will go somewhere else.
DN
DateNight
Chicago
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Everything was good, including most of the food. I just didn't enjoy the Beef Bourguignon I ordered. Never had it served as a singular piece of meat with noodles just on the side as an afterthought before. Wouldn't order that dish again. Everything else was delicious though. The fried brussel sprouts, my wife's salmon and the creme brulee.
MN
MackNeto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very delicious and well prepared food and great service on a busy night!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great experience at Django. The specialty oysters didn’t disappoint, and all of our guests enjoyed the food and service.
K
Kevin
Des Moines
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner and service!!! It’s always a treat to go to Django!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were at Django before going to civic center on New Years Eve. We were disappointed in the escargot’s but the remainder of meal was excellent. I had the salmon and my husband had the crepe. We had samples of each other’s and we both thought they were wonderful. This has always been a special restaurant for us
j
jetman
Des Moines
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been going to Django every New Year’s Eve since 2013. Last night was a great evening. They do everything right. The no corkage fee really is appreciated.
LS
LaurenS
Las Vegas
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Friends were in town and we wanted to go for a special dinner. The food and service was outstanding. My only complaint is they did not have the ingredients to make the Bouillabaisse which is what I was planning on ordering before we arrived. Spilt the Beet Salad and an order of Mussels with my husband and a French Toast for dessert. All were quite tasty.
ES
EmilyS
Des Moines
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our family holiday dinner out. It was lovely as always.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated our anniversary. Todd, at the bar, was fantastic. Loretta, our server, was brilliant. Both made fabulous recommendations. We had a wonderful time.
RF
RobertF
Des Moines
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2021
overall3food3service2ambience3
Seated on time at a good table. Their roasted Brussels sprouts were terrific. Service was initially very good. Entrees were good. Salmon was very good. What was supposed to be a Bernaise sauce for the salmon was not flavorful and did not complement the salmon. We made that comment to our server and she apparently took offense as her attitude changed dramatically and she gave us our check without a word. I gave her a generous tip but we were very disappointed at her change of attitude.
EM
EvannM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a wonderful dining experience with delicious food! The ratatouille and onion soup were phenomenal. The service was wonderful. I will definitely be returning.
H
Homer
Des Moines
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great, waitress had good timing, not intrusive at all, but attentive. Dessert menu lacking variety, however. Would have enjoyed an apple tart, a slice of cake? A Napoleon? Beignets?
G
Gls50322
Des Moines
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hadn’t been out for a while beautiful night worked out perfect. Table by the window great view of the sculpture park. Food was spot on, all of the wait staff was incredibly engaged very memorable night.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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Django Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 288-0268.

Django Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2624 OpenTable diners.

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Neighborhood
Downtown Des Moines
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
French, French American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Derek Eidson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.djangodesmoines.com/
Phone number
(515) 288-0268
Private party facilities
Djust say Django for your next corporate or social gathering. Sit back, relax and let the experienced restaurant professionals take care of all the details! The restaurant offers a number of private and semi-private spaces perfect for every type of event. Private banquet rooms are available for groups with up to 60 seated guests. Contact a manager for more details.
Private party contact
parties@djangodesmoines.com: (515) 288-0268

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Django Restaurant

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38 Iowa Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Oysters

Fried Brussels Sprouts

Salmon

Appetizers

Django Onion Rings$7.99

Fried Calamari$12.50

Duck Frites* ^$8.99

Escargots de Bourgogne^$10.99

Poutine$8.99

Veggie Poutine$8.99

Fried Brussels Sprouts$10.99

Deviled Crab$13.99

Shrimp Cocktail$12.99

Snow Crab Cocktail$21.99

Soups & Salads

Onion Soup Gratinée$7.50

Soup du Jour$4.99

Tomato Bisque^$4.99

Soup & Salad Combo$11.99

Django Salad^$7.25

Spinach Salad^$8.25

Beet Salad^$8.25

Salmon Salad*$16.99

Steak Salad*$16.99

Tuna Niçoise Salad* ^$16.99

Curry Chicken$15.99

Crab Louie$16.99

Sandwiches

Croque Monsieur / French Ham and Cheese$8.99

Turkey Bacon Panini$8.99

Croque Madame*$9.99

Grilled Cheese^$8.99

Monte Cristo$8.99

Django Club$12.99

Blackened Ahi Sandwich*$13.99

À La Carte

Hand-Cut French Fries$3.99

Harissa Haricots Verts Salad^$4.99

Chickpea Niçoise Salad^$4.99

Red Curry Carrots & Cauliflower^$4.99

Entrées & Pasta

Seared Salmon* ^$16.99

Paillard$14.99

Macaroni Gratin$13.99

Steak Frites*$15.50

Pasta Combination$12.99

Crêpe$12.99

Vegan Gnocchi$14.99

Moules Frites

Django^$15.99

Bleu^$15.99

Curry^$15.99

Burgers

Django*$13.99

Le Royale with Cheese*$13.99

Le Bleu*$13.99

Au Poivre*$13.99

Rossini*$17.99

Veggie Burger$11.99

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