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In Confidence Speakeasy, Des Moines, IA

In Confidence Speakeasy

4.3 (39)
$30 and under
Speakeasy
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309-3400

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
For Large reservations or other inquiries please call 515-528-7733 x 4627 f=

SPEAKEASY BAR IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN DES MOINES

Hotel Fort Des Moines brings the Prohibition-era feel to downtown Des Moines - In Confidence. Enjoy our hidden secret with a curated wine collection and crafted cocktails.
Enjoy your downtime in a unique casual setting deserving of the Great Gatsby himself!

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Des Moines
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Live Music

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Sat - 5:00 PM - 11:30 PM
    Every Thursday Night

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What 39 people are saying

In Confidence Speakeasy 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 3.3Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Iowa

    Best Ambiance

  • Iowa

    Innovative

  • Iowa

    Romantic

  • Des Moines

    Best Ambiance

  • Des Moines

    Innovative

  • Des Moines

    Romantic

  • Des Moines

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
In Confidence Speakeasy offers a "totally beautiful" and "cool, dark, basementy" atmosphere with a hidden entrance that adds to its charm. The cocktails are "amazing" and the live music enhances the experience. Some guests have noted inconsistent service, but the overall vibe and ambiance are "great."
39 Reviews
  1. Geoff

    Iowa7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place. Will be back again. We didn't have food but your survey forced me to answer that question. Great place. Didn't love that we got kicked out at 11 pm for a private party....that wasn't mentioned when we made the reservation. Very cool place though.

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  2. Steve VIP

    Iowa9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    This was are second visit to In Confidence. Our first visit was amazing. We had wonderful drinks and amazing service with our first experience. Unfortunately, this time we did not have the same type of experience. While the drinks we still high quality and delicious, the service was sorely lacking. We waited a great deal of time to have our order taken, it took a very long time to get our drinks and our group of six waited a long time to get all of our drinks. Then, we did not see our waitress again for a great deal of time.

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  3. Patricia VIP

    Hawaii7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly an amazing experience. We went through a "secret" door that looked like a wall, went down stairs into this totally beautiful bar. The wait staff was truly amazing and accommodating! The lighting was perfect. What else can I say; just a place you want to go!

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  4. Lu VIP

    Iowa38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the live music and the service provided at the Confidence Speakeasy.

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  5. Daniil

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing cocktails and great vibes. Loved the live music

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  6. Kristy

    Iowa2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Wasn’t sure what to expect from this experience. The decor was great, service could have been better. Waitress was not very friendly, drinks were not all that great for the price. We got there early on so there were only us and one other couple. We didn’t stay long.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a reservation, but the staff wouldn't let my party in. Told us they were busy, but it wasn't.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun bar in the basement of the Fort Des Moines hotel. Very chill and elegantly dark with lots of little nook’s and corners for quiet conversation. Good selection of bourbons and cocktails

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Iowa1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    This was my first time at Confidence. My husband and I went for valentines day. I would have to say I am extremely disappointed in the service. It took over 40 minutes to get a drink ( only got 2 drinks in 4 hours). And the server brought the wrong wine as well. ( She didnt even apologize and/or seem to care. The bartenders and everyone just stood around in groups of four most of the night while one bartender made all the drinks. There was barely anyone in the bar we we arrived and pouring a glass of wine and making and old fashion doesnt take long. Also the lights were pretty bright and didnt have a good ambience for the evening. Really would just take a look at your staff. This was very disappointing.

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  10. Terry

    Iowa1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We did not order food but had to rate it regardless. Great ambience! However, music MUST be soft jazz for a true speak easy, not pop or whatever was playing! Ruined the atmosphere!

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In Confidence Speakeasy is rated 4.3 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for In Confidence Speakeasy

1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309-3400

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Des Moines
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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