Palms DSM

$$ • Caribbean, Cocktail Bar, African

Hours:
1905 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
(515) 214-1213

About Palms DSM

Palms DSM offers flavorful Caribbean food with generous portions, providing a home-cooked feeling that feels like being at a friend's house. The menu features standout dishes such as jerk chicken, oxtail, chicken plate, honey suya wings, tacos, jollof rice, Mac and cheese, fried plantain, and rice & peas. The food is filling yet not heavy, and dishes like the oxtail are spiced and tender with cinnamon notes, while the jerk chicken is beautifully seasoned. Coconut candy yams and jollof rice are popular sides. Visitors often enjoy eating with their fingers, enhancing the authentic experience. The drinks menu includes the well-loved painkiller cocktail, mocktails, and other options, all complementing the flavorful meals. The decor and music create a perfect ambiance, and the staff is quick and friendly, making guests feel at home. The restaurant is a locally owned spot that provides genuinely home-cooked meals and has quickly become one of the top restaurants in Des Moines, winning 1st Place at the 2023 Smoke Out Hunger.

Palms DSM Reviews

4.6
103 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
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Food
4.7
Atmosphere
4.8
Service
4.9

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Restaurantji Rating

Savory, rich, and oh so good! The staff made our experience over the top. We will be back.

I tried Palms for the first time today and I already can’t wait to go back! The oxtail and grits were hands-down my favorite, but honestly everything we ordered was amazing. We also had a few drinks and they were so good—everything tasted incredibly fresh.

The owner and staff were beyond friendly and made us feel so welcomed from the moment we walked in. The music and atmosphere were on point, and the entire experience was just top-tier. Palms was such a vibe—I can’t...read full review

The only thing better than the great food is the great hospitality and service. They have great drinks and the best oxtails and cheesy grits, you'll ever find.

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 11AM - 9PM
Wednesday 11AM - 9PM
Thursday 11AM - 9PM
Friday 11AM - 9PM
Saturday 11AM - 9PM
Sunday 11AM - 7PM
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