Location: Des Moines
Top Things to do in Des Moines
What to do and see in Des Moines, Iowa (IA): The Best Nightlife
Today the capital city and cultural center of Iowa is revitalized. A versatile destination everyone will enjoy, Des Moines has an itinerary for almost every interest. Culture and art enthusiasts may want to roam through the Des Moines Art Center, spend the weekend museum-hopping or attend a Broadway-caliber performance at the Civic Center. Golfers can spend their time and energy teeing up at any of the area's fine championship courses. The Blank Park Zoo and the Iowa State Fairgrounds should be on the list for families. And gardeners will savor the fantastic blooms at the Botanical Center and the Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Mix it up a little and sample all this "big city with a small town heart" has to offer.
Restaurants in Des Moines
1. Noce Jazz Club
2. Juniper Moon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
3. Up-Down
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By nhowe29
Always a great time. Their custom drinks are fun and tasty, even if they are mostly on the sweet side. The pizza is surprisingly some of my favorite in town -- don't leave without trying it! My only bad mark on the place is that some of the games need repairs or go out of order at times. But it's no worse than how it was at the arcades of old. The variety of games is superb and you can expect to find plenty of the great classics here.
4. El Bait Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By KarenBettendorfIowa - Bettendorf, United States
This place located in the heart of downtown is one of 3 restaurants owned by the same group. The beer selection is amazing. My husband loves beer and enjoyed browsing the menu and finding a great beer to enjoy. I admittedly do not even like beer however I was convinced to try a Wyder cider aged in tequila barrels that I was told was not only delicious but did not taste like beer at all. I gave it a try and loved it. Very refreshing. The food was excellent. They offer a range of typical bar food-burgers, sandwiches etc. as well as broasted chicken and meatloaf. Something for everyone. I highly recommend the Graziano sausage sandwich. Graziano is a local sausage that is a real treat. Also this place is convenient to the bike path.
5. Sambetti's
6. The Lift
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By CarefreeMarco - Morristown, United States
Martini anyone? If the answer is yes then thi s establishment will satisfy you 100% I ordered their version of a dirty martini. Until now I thought I made the best dirty martini , but they humbled me. It was so good I ordered a second one to be sure it was not a fluke. It was great. Local beers too. Great barkeeps and Ambience. Strong local following too.
7. The Greenwood Lounge
8. Mullets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By samantha9397 - Enumclaw, United States
We stopped here after a disc golf tournament last night and had a wonderful time. So much delicious food to choose from and very fun, mullet pictures to look at everywhere! Can’t wait to come back here!
9. Beer Can Alley Des Moines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By C5972SXstevea
Great atmosphere. Loved the drink specials and live music. Always a must stop downtown! We always stop here when we are in the downtown area!
