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Des Moines, IA
Best Lunch (Restaurants)
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A Dong |
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1511 High St, Des Moines 50309 • 515-284-5632 |
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Description:
The best way to get inside this popular Vietnamese and Chinese restaurant is to park behind the building and enter via the back entrance. A Dong's periwinkle building and décor, including linoleum floors and vinyl upholstery, are unassuming, but the food is extraordinary. The cooking is authentic, and items such as the pho soup are accompanied with fresh accoutrements like bean sprouts and herbs that diners add on their own to further enhance the food's flavor. The restaurant is a favorite with the Des Moines Asian community. |
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User Rating: 10 / 10
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Buzzard Billy's Flying Carp Café |
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100 Court Ave Lower Level, Des Moines 50309 • 515-280-6060 |
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Description:
Exposed woodwork and beams add to the cozy ambience of this downtown café. Buzzard Billy's is busy at lunch, and diners can enjoy their meal in booth or table settings. The menu is Cajun and Creole and features items such as crawfish étouffée, gumbo, and six types of Po' Boy sandwiches. The décor features authentic pop culture memorabilia and includes suspended bicycles hanging from the ceiling, as well as a variety of beer and cola advertising signs. Prices are reasonable, and the service is good. |
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Court Avenue Brewing Company |
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309 Court Ave, Des Moines 50309 • 515-282-2739 |
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Description:
This tan and berry painted Victorian building was once the Des Moines Saddlery Company. Now, as the Court Avenue Brewing Company, it is one of the city's best places for lunch. The décor has several historic touches and features the large beer brewing tanks. Menu items range from fresh salads and tempting appetizers to grilled burgers and prime rib. The service is good, and the dessert options include bread pudding and ice cream. |
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Grounds for Celebration |
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2400 Grand Ave Terrace Hill, Des Moines 50309 • 515-279-6812 |
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Description:
The name alone is reason enough to enjoy a cup of joe and a dessert. Plus, Grounds for Celebration's copper leaf woodwork and neutral tone décor add to the rustic feel of this popular hangout. Sweets range from biscotti and cinnamon rolls to croissants and scones. Drink choices run the gamut and include lattes, juices, cappuccinos and frosties. Grounds for Celebration provides a warm, relaxing and casual ambience, and customers are welcome to enjoy their brew at a leisurely pace. |
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Iowa Bakery Café |
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4040 University Ave, Des Moines 50311 • 515-274-8994 |
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Description:
Black chairs and gray and pink ceramic tiles add to the atmosphere of this quaint eating establishment. The Iowa Bakery Café specializes in bagels, and most choices fall into the kosher category. The menu also features specialty sandwiches, soups and breakfast items. Also available are muffins, scones and croissants. On the beverage side, diners can enjoy everything from an assortment of flavored coffees to cappuccinos, mochas and steamers. The eatery is also renowned for its great catering and delivery service. |
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Iowa Machine Shed Restaurant |
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11151 Hickman Rd I-80/35 Exit 125, Urbandale 50322 • 515-270-6818 |
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Description:
Classic homemade breakfasts, lunches and dinners await the hungry diner at this local favorite. The Iowa Machine Shed Restaurant is housed near the city's Living History Farm. The eatery's menu showcases hearty meat and potato-type fare, and guests can browse through the Shed's country gift shop while waiting for a table. |
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Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery |
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4508 University Ave, West Des Moines 50266 • 515-267-8900 |
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Description:
The menu is diverse, and the beers are a sure thing at this lively local eatery. The Rock Bottom Restaurant's décor is basic, but locals and tourists flock here for the food, drinks and live entertainment. Menu entrées run the gamut and include culinary creations like Adobo-Crusted Pork Loin, Wild Mushroom Swiss Burger, and a variety of pastas, sandwiches and salads. The Rock Bottom also features a nice selection of beer-batter breads. The ambience is festive, and beers are brewed in house! |
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User Rating: 10 / 10
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Waterfront Seafood Market |
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2900 University Ave Clocktower Square, West Des Moines 50266 • 515-223-5106 |
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Seafood is the specialty at this combination restaurant/market. The menu is diverse and even includes steaks and a savory chicken breast dish drizzled in lemon sauce. Diners can enjoy the casual ambience or grab carryout from the marke. Extremely popular with businessmen, this restaurant makes a nice lunch alternative. |
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User Rating: 9.25 / 10
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West End Diner |
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3535 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines 50266 • 800-833-6755 |
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The black and white tiled floors, metal-pressed ceiling, and chrome-accented furnishings inside this restaurant scream retro-'50s diner. The West End Diner even sports an impressive black chrome Art Deco entrance and a classic soda fountain counter. The menu is immense and features food choices like 10 types of burgers, various sandwiches, tender ribs and a savory meatloaf. The service is good, and the privacy provided by the diner's quaint alcove booths adds value to the price of the meal. |
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Winston's Pub and Grille |
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601 Locust St, Ste 200, Des Moines 50309 • 515-245-5454 |
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Description:
Named after Winston Churchill, this pub's main entrance sits on the second floor. It also sports a walk-up-and-order carryout deli window that's great for quick lunches. Menu choices at Winston's Pub and Grille are classic and include sandwiches and pizza. Cuisine ranges from soups and chili to sandwiches, such as Italian meatball and tuna. For dessert, try the carrot cake or chocolate cheesecake. The décor sports oak and dark wood accents and brass touches. Drink specials are also available, and Winston's is great at both lunchtime and after hours. |
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