Location: Ankeny
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Best Bar restaurants nearby. Discover the best Bar food in Ankeny. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Bar restaurants near you.. Ankeny is a city in Polk County, Iowa, United States and home to Des Moines Area Community College. Ankeny is a rapidly growing suburb located just north of Des Moines, Iowa’s capital city. With a growing population of 62,000, Ankeny covers approximately 33 square miles and offers an outstanding quality of life, with a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. Being part of the greater Des Moines area, Ankeny offers big city amenities with the hometown feel of a small city. The U.S. Census Bureau recently named Ankeny the fastest growing city in the Midwest and the 14th fastest growing city in the United States.
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10. Yankee Clipper
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By OTR_Again_IM
I've had lunch here several times; usually get a sandwich. Prefer to get YC's onion tanglers as my side instead of french fries. Decent variety of beers on tap. Service is fast & friendly. This was my 1st time for Taco Tuesday. Their shell is the super thick, crunchy deep-fried flour variety and very large. One taco will satisfy most people's appetite. (Reminded me alot of the fried flour tacos Raul's used to serve; cept on steroids)  It came filled to overflowing with taco hamburger, shredded lettuce, cheese & tomatoes.  Of their 2 taco sauces; I prefer the hot. Â
9. The Sports Page
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Lisa B
Typical pub type restaurant. The steak salad was good. No good wine (all box wines) on the list which would be ok but the service was terrible.
8. Chili's Grill & Bar
Overall Ratings
3 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Cyndeetrek
The smothered burritos were very good, but there was more rice inside than there was chicken-my only complaint, other than the waitress. While she was very good at being attentive and friendly, she kept screwing up the order. Also, when we first arrived the hostess mixed up who was supposed to wait on us, and so we waited quite some time for our order to be taken. Oh well, we still enjoyed the food.
7. Applebee's
Overall Ratings
3 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By IowaTravellinGuy
You probably know what to expect from Applebys. That said this location has consistently pleaded me. Had a server this time round that didn't seem to be quite on his game (not terrible, just not great). Food was fine. They have added affordable options but also seems portions are smaller. Adding the fourth star here for a pretty solid track record at this location.
6. Wheel House Pizzeria & Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Pam H
This was the first time we tried this neighborhood pizza place loved the sauce and thin crust. Fun flavors. One in my group had a sandwich and it was also good but on the smaller side. Cute atmosphere and great service.
5. Old Chicago
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By init4keeps
We were here on an afternoon where it wasn't very busy. See pics. Cozy dining areas. Family friendly. Staff ok. Plenty of parking. Clean. The service was VERY slow. The food we got was hot and fresh, and while the brown sugar maple bacon wings were really good, the small sized manicotti was bland. I expected parm cream-garlic-basil-tomato richness and got blah. Also very small portions for what you pay. Marcydiner tantrum scale of 5/5-no screaming kids.
4. Uptown Food and Beverage Co
Reviewed By Randall L
Ever since Dennis moved his awesome pizza from Johnston to Ankeny we make the journey for our favorite pizza. We are thin crust lovers and Uptown makes the best. Onion rings are really good too. Everything always served fresh and hot. Service is always prompt and friendly.
3. The Fletcher
Overall Ratings
3 based on 121 reviews
Welcome to Ankeny's Greatest Neighborhood Restaurant. We are open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner, featuring Brunch from 10am - 2pm on Sundays. The Fletcher is the ideal place to grab lunch with colleagues, dinner with the family, or a craft
Reviewed By stevet85
My wife and I tried this restaurant for a couples night. I noticed right away it was very loud in the restaurant with lots of small children running around. Also, they did not have a very large selection of GF options. So, I ordered the chicken sandwich and my wife ordered the margarita pizza. The service as slow and chicken was over cooked and my wife said the pizza was not good. We were not impressed and probably will not be returning.
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2. Wig and Pen Pizza Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By ShanandSand8
We have visited this location twice after many recommendations and were not disappointed!The atmosphere is that of a pizza , wing restaurant with a hint on old class. We have had the pizza which comes in a choice of three crusts, salads, homemade onion rings and garlic cheese bread! Everything is the best of any establishment we have ate at.There is a very nice separated bar area and outside patio.Service was absolutely wonderful on both visitsHighly recommended. Family friendly
Where to eat Pizza food in Ankeny: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Jethro's BBQ LakeHouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By Muchtoodutch
My husband and I suddenly had a day off where we could get lunch. Deciding on Jethros, I didnât know what to expect for lunch. We sat at the bar. The waitress was very attentive and didnât care that we didnât order drinks. Service was quick and the food was amazing. Definitely endorsed as a quick/delicious place for lunch.
