It's truly impressive what they have done inside judges. The staff was warm and friendly. They were attentive and the service was perfect. Hannah, our server, was wonderful and gave great suggestions and showed us around the new restaurant. What they did inside is so beautiful. All the details and love they poured into this place is so evident and I think it is a great addition to the Court Avenue District. The seating that faces 3rd Street is such a cute seating option.
For food - we tried the sweet corn ribs, shoestring fried pickles, peach bruschetta, and bucatini pomodoro. All of them were fantastic and we would get again. We also tried an old fashioned, off-menu cucumber shrub mocktail, and espresso martini and all three were very good. They have done a great job crafting a menu. We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Taylor Vos
Some of the best, most unique food I’ve had in Des Moines in a long time.
We stopped by for a little date night. Host was gracious enough to try and sneak us into a table between reservations but instead we decided to sit up at the bar (those chairs are surprisingly comfortable!)
The cocktails were fabulous. Food was some of the most interesting and complex meals i’ve had in a long time. The blackberry jam on my chicken sandwich was divine and definitely something I’m going to use for home too.
And the prices were right on. Usually I scoff at a $20 burger, but the way it was cooked, plus all of the flavors, really made the price tag worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matt Andreesen
10/10 Went on a date night and everything was fantastic. The Public defender burger was top notch. The Espresso martini was the best I’ve had. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Girtz
Delicious, original food and cocktails. Vibrant atmosphere and very friendly and prompt service. Looking forward to returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kay Kluesner
The food and service was excellent. We enjoyed the atmosphere and will be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Johnson
The vibe of this place is incredible! The cocktails, food, and atmosphere are all upscale but not pretentious. The service was amazing, and you have to try the hanger steak… and the chicken sandwich… and the peach old fashioned! I can’t wait to go back over and over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy Holliday
Unbelievable food and service!! It’s about time for downtown DSM to have a place like this. Attentive but not over powering. The drinks, appetizers, and food perfection. A job well done by the GM, employees, and chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jack Davenport
Excellent excellent excellent restaurant. Great food. Great service. Great vibe. Owners even came around to our table to check on us. Well done!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I D K
I had the Jalapeno Popper Dip, Peach Bruschetta, and The Cross-Examiner burger. They were all amazing especially the Bruschetta but to keep it a mystery I wont say more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lance Thornton
Great concept and usage of old and new law and lawyers.
It's truly impressive what they have done inside judges. The staff was warm and friendly. They were attentive and the service was perfect. Hannah, our server, was wonderful and gave great suggestions and showed us around the new restaurant. What they did inside is so beautiful. All the details and love they poured into this place is so evident and I think it is a great addition to the Court Avenue District. The seating that faces 3rd Street is such a cute seating option.
For food - we tried the sweet corn ribs, shoestring fried pickles, peach bruschetta, and bucatini pomodoro. All of them were fantastic and we would get again. We also tried an old fashioned, off-menu cucumber shrub mocktail, and espresso martini and all three were very good. They have done a great job crafting a menu. We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Some of the best, most unique food I’ve had in Des Moines in a long time.
We stopped by for a little date night. Host was gracious enough to try and sneak us into a table between reservations but instead we decided to sit up at the bar (those chairs are surprisingly comfortable!)
The cocktails were fabulous. Food was some of the most interesting and complex meals i’ve had in a long time. The blackberry jam on my chicken sandwich was divine and definitely something I’m going to use for home too.
And the prices were right on. Usually I scoff at a $20 burger, but the way it was cooked, plus all of the flavors, really made the price tag worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10/10 Went on a date night and everything was fantastic. The Public defender burger was top notch. The Espresso martini was the best I’ve had. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious, original food and cocktails. Vibrant atmosphere and very friendly and prompt service. Looking forward to returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food and service was excellent. We enjoyed the atmosphere and will be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The vibe of this place is incredible! The cocktails, food, and atmosphere are all upscale but not pretentious. The service was amazing, and you have to try the hanger steak… and the chicken sandwich… and the peach old fashioned!
I can’t wait to go back over and over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unbelievable food and service!! It’s about time for downtown DSM to have a place like this. Attentive but not over powering. The drinks, appetizers, and food perfection. A job well done by the GM, employees, and chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent excellent excellent restaurant. Great food. Great service. Great vibe. Owners even came around to our table to check on us. Well done!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the Jalapeno Popper Dip, Peach Bruschetta, and The Cross-Examiner burger. They were all amazing especially the Bruschetta but to keep it a mystery I wont say more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great concept and usage of old and new law and lawyers.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Beautifully decorated. Some of the best food on court avenue and is not the same as all of the other restaurants on court avenue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10/10. Incredible service. Incredible food. Incredible drinks. Love it. Will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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