The Lift

222 4th St, Des Moines
(515) 288-3777

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E. Bosworth

Go here with my boyfriend, have never had a bad time! They have art exhibitions on the walls, sometimes local music and events! Overall a really nice place to get some drinks and maybe catch a show!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Sadie Smith

I was very impressed with the service and knowledge of the bartender. I happened to ask if they put dairy in their espresso martinis because I am dairy free and she let me know that they had two different dairy free creamers and made me an amazing drink!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Julia Hanson

The Lift has the best atmosphere of any bar in DSM. It’s low-lit and comfortable, worn in but not dirty. Ava is a stellar bartender. Always nice to visit for a few gimlets and a few games of chess.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

lisa bean

easy going bar featuring local artists

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Neligh Muller

Such a cute place - love the atmosphere, and the martinis are great.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Hello It's me

Vibes,drinks favorable prices... This is a great stop!

Michael Barthelmes

The bartender's handshake could never. The one bartender is spinning vinyl and shaking cocktails simultaneously. Lana del Rey is drinking a spaghett in the corner. Art is on the walls.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

benino s

Bar tender was nice. Very small bar with a nice atmosphere. Drinks were good. $9 each. They have a small area for a band but there is not enough space for a normal audience area. The bar is on the ground floor.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 4

Derrick Wright

Cool little spot tucked away

Steve McFarlane

It is an awesome place that thankfully isn't ever too crowded and has nice atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Dandre Bowes

Sitting I. The bar now. Great atmosphere and I didn’t get a martini but they made my Hendricks and tonic extra lime perfect. It’s crazy that ppl can’t do it right but they t was perfect. Service is perfect served fast bartenders very welcoming

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Jason Tomberlin

What a great little bar. The drinks were very good, especially if you know what you're asking for. I had a few really good Old Fashions and sat in a lounge chair having fabulous conversations with a variety of people. Would highly recommend a visit if you're in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Kyla Rogers

Martini bar. It was okay, not my thing. Busy- bar seating was full and just a couple tables open.

Atmosphere: 2

Service: 2

Beau Ransford

Great Pub 🍻 The bartender and the atmosphere is great. Seems to be a lot of welcoming regulars and the bartender was very attentive and knowledgeable. I came in from a bus from out of town and he helped me find a hotel and how to get a cab to get there all the while tending to other guests and adding some great conversations. If you're looking for a good spot stop here. Promise you'll have a good time 👍

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Tatum Vermeer

The place to be

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