RoCA

Name: RoCA
Address: 208 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, 50309
Telephone: (515) 282-3663
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1130)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

208 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

About this restaurant

Romantic
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Shared Plates, Wine Bar, Craft Cocktails, Vibrant,

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(515) 282-3663
Website
http://www.rocadsm.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Andrew Havlovic

Location
208 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Neighborhood
Downtown Des Moines
Cross street
2nd Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Smoked Mac & Cheese**$11.00
Smoked Chicken | Poblano | Mushrooms
Spinach & Artichoke Dip**$9.00
Fried Pita | Crostini | Parmesan
Shrimp & Polenta**$15.00
Crispy Onion | Creamy Polenta
Fondue$16.00
Grilled Andouille | Soft Pretzel | Bread | Crispy Brussel Sprouts | Apple
Charred Brussels Sprouts$14.00
Bacon | Red Onion | Apple Gastrique
Pork Belly Tacos$14.00
Spicy Asian Glaze | Daikon Slaw
Deconstructed Nachos* **$22.00
Grilled Ribeye | Queso | Salsa | Guacamole | Jalapeno | Chimichurri | Pickled Onion
Crispy Thai Shrimp$14.00
Garlic-Chili Sauce | Fried Basil | 5-Spice
Seared Yellowfin Tuna* **$17.00
Sesame Seed | Wonton Crisps | Edamame | Wasabi Aioli | Unagi Sauce
Iowa Pork Medallions$19.00
Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin | Poblano Corn | Apple Gastrique
Seared Scallops*$17.00
Poblano Corn | Parsley
Ribeye Skewers$13.00
Hoisin | Daikon Slaw
Breaded Fish Tacos$15.00
Pineapple Salsa | Avocado | Tomatoes | Sriracha Aioli
Spicy Green Beans$9.00
Sambal | Wasabi Aioli | Hoisin
Asian Lettuce Wrap$16.00
Turkey | Peanut Sauce | Peanuts | Bibb Lettuce

Boards

Cheese & Meat**$27.00
Daily Chef's Selection | Bread | Jam | Nuts | House Pickles
Three Meat**$15.00
Daily Chef's Selection | Bread | Jam | House Pickles
Four Cheese**$17.00
Daily Chef's Selection | Bread | Jam | House Pickles
Hummus Trio**$12.00
Classic Garlic | Poblano & Cilantro | Roasted Red Pepper | Pita | Pickles

Salads

Add Chicken +$5, Salmon +$7 or Shrimp +$6

Grilled Hearts of Romaine**$11.00
Caesar Vinaigrette | Blistered Tomato | Crouton | Parmesan | Black Pepper
Market Salad$11.00
Mixed Greens | Apple | Bleu Cheese | Citrus-Honey Vinaigrette | Candied Nuts

Sliders

Root-Beer Braised Pork**$15.00
Crispy Onions | Mayo
Chicken Parmesan$15.00
Roasted Tomato Sauce | Mozzarella | Basil | Mayo
Juicy RoCA* **$15.00
Beef Patty | Cheese | Onion | Pickle | Lettuce | Mayo
Blackened Salmon$15.00
Chipotle Crema | Guacamole | Tortilla Strips
Portobella Mushroom**$14.00
Red Pepper | Balsamic Onion | Goat Cheese | Hummus | Arugula

Flatbreads

BBQ Smoked Chicken$15.00
Cheddar | Jalapeno | Onion | Cilantro
Graziano$16.00
Sausage | Pepperoni | Giardiniera | Basil
Beef & Bleu*$17.00
Tenderloin | Maytag Bleu Cheese | Balsamic Onion | Mushroom | Bacon
Spinach & Artichoke$15.00
Chicken | Bacon | Scallions
Mushroom & Goat Cheese$14.00
Balsamic | Arugula

Big Plates

Grilled Salmon$26.00
Seasonal Risotto | Basil
Grilled Beef Tenderloin* **$30.00
Brandy Cream Sauce | Asparagus | Mashed Potato | Crispy Onion
Chicken Marsala$24.00
Broccolini | Mashed Potato | Mushroom | Marsala Cream Sauce
Blackened Red Snapper**$25.00
Mint-Pineapple Salsa | Asparagus | Citrus Rice

What 1,130 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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1,130 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Iowa1 review
5.0
Dined on August 4, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was so knowledgeable and made the evening so fun. The food was delicious with so many unique choices. We loved it.
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OpenTable Diner
Iowa1 review
4.0
Dined on July 30, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Good food, average service
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OpenTable Diner
Iowa2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 23, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service
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OpenTable Diner
Iowa1 review
5.0
Dined on July 16, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was excellent…. Don’t lose him…..
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CandaceA
Minneapolis - St. Paul6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 14, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely perfect in every way. Great atmosphere, service was beyond excellent, the cocktails were so refreshing after our afternoon in the hot sun, and we did several shareable plates. They all had wonderful flavors but our favorite was the garlic shrimp. I had to resist drinking the sauce from the bowl.
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TerryJ VIP
Iowa101 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time back to RoCA in several years. The signature cocktails were excellent. We had a couple of small plates this time (previously their larger entrees) including scallops and fondue; both were good. This is a great place before/after a show or simply to have a cocktail with a lighter dinner. We’ll be back…
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MadelineS
Iowa4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 9, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
RoCA continues to be a great experience. The outdoor dining space is not the greatest location and noisy with many cars immediately adjacent but a nice option. The food, cocktails and service more than make up for it.
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Mike
Iowa6 reviews
1.0
Dined on July 9, 2022
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Love the restaurant - had awful service at the end and took 30 min to get cashed out. Server struggled with bill and there was no manager support. Odd because it is very well run. Will definitely go back and hope the server gets more support/training. Awesome spot.
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CaseyQueue VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul80 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 8, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always visit Roca when we’re in Des Moines. Hummus plate was delicious. Sprouts, too. I had fish tacos. I liked them but some won’t as they had breaded fish. So many yummy things to choose. Lots of great flatbreads. Our waiter was outstanding!
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TomS
Iowa1 review
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were excellent! Great menu. The space was very nice. The only complaint I may have is that when the AC was on it blew directly on us and was too cold
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RoCA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 282-3663.

RoCA is rated 4.6 stars by 1130 OpenTable diners.

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208 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
2nd Ave.
Neighborhood
Downtown Des Moines
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Andrew Havlovic
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rocadsm.com/
Phone number
(515) 282-3663

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RoCA

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Dining areas

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38 Iowa Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

RōCA Shared Plates

Smoked Mac & Cheese**$11.00

Spinach & Artichoke Dip**$9.00

Shrimp & Polenta**$15.00

Fondue$16.00

Charred Brussels Sprouts$14.00

Pork Belly Tacos$14.00

Deconstructed Nachos* **$22.00

Crispy Thai Shrimp$14.00

Seared Yellowfin Tuna* **$17.00

Iowa Pork Medallions$19.00

Seared Scallops*$17.00

Ribeye Skewers$13.00

Breaded Fish Tacos$15.00

Spicy Green Beans$9.00

Asian Lettuce Wrap$16.00

Boards

Cheese & Meat**$27.00

Three Meat**$15.00

Four Cheese**$17.00

Hummus Trio**$12.00

Salads

Grilled Hearts of Romaine**$11.00

Market Salad$11.00

Sliders

Root-Beer Braised Pork**$15.00

Chicken Parmesan$15.00

Juicy RoCA* **$15.00

Blackened Salmon$15.00

Portobella Mushroom**$14.00

Flatbreads

BBQ Smoked Chicken$15.00

Graziano$16.00

Beef & Bleu*$17.00

Spinach & Artichoke$15.00

Mushroom & Goat Cheese$14.00

Big Plates

Grilled Salmon$26.00

Grilled Beef Tenderloin* **$30.00

Chicken Marsala$24.00

Blackened Red Snapper**$25.00

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