21 Best Seafood Restaurants in Des Moines

Splash Seafood Bar & Grill Seafood • $$$
303 Locust St, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Bowl Lobster Bisque with Sherry Poached Maine Lobster
Oscar Style Alaskan King Crab \u0026 Bernaise Sauce
Oscar Style Alaskan King Crab & Bernaise Sauce
Surf and Turf Fillet Mignon and Lobster Tail
Shrimp and Calamari Kung Pao
Shrimp Risotto with Mushrooms
Broiled Willapa Bay Oysters
Lobster Mac \u0026 Cheese
Royal Surf \u0026 Turf
Surf & Turf Fettuccine

“The food and overall experience was 5 Stars as usual. Splash never disappoints. Our server Amber was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive without any sense of hovering. The Crab Cake appetizer is amazing. The Chilean Sea Bass was absolutely perfectly prepared. We have been dining at Splash for years and are never disappointed.“

4.2 Good261 Reviews
Tullpa Restaurant Peruvian • $$
3708 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chaufa De Mariscos Pollo Y Res Combination Plate
Jalea Mixta Top & Chaufa Al Wok with Shrimp
Ceviche Traditional De Pescado
Chicharron De Pescado
Ceviche Carretillero
Chaufa de Vegetales
Empanadas De Carne
Arroz Con Mariscos
Combinado Perfecto
Ceviche Tradiconal

“Samy the delivery driver was very pleasant when asking for my signature to confirm my order.
My food was delivered on time and still hot!!
This my 2nd time eating fromTullpa Restaurant!!! Love it!!! Will definitely pass the word around town again!!
Peace and Blessings!!“

4.8 Superb167 Reviews
801 Chophouse Steak House
801 Grand Ave STE 200, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Double Cut Colorado Lamb Chops
One Pound Maine Lobster Tail
Lobster Macaroni and Cheese
Bananas Foster Cheesecake
Oysters Rockefeller
Bone Marrow Butter
Grilled Asparagus
Chocolate Souffle
Scalloped Potatoes
Brussels Sprouts

“Best service in DesMoines“

4.5 Superb479 Reviews
Proudfoot & Bird American • $$$
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Warm Ricotta with Grilled Bread
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Prime Filet De Burgo
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Octopus with Potatoe
Miso Marinated Cod
Half Roast Chicken
Spiced Duck Breast
Ricotta Appetizer

“We had Sam and Billy for our servers at the bar, they were extremely friendly, attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. Our drinks stayed full with plenty of conversation. This is the reason we continue to come back to this hotel.“

4.5 Superb383 Reviews
Mariscos El Capitan Seafood • $$
2809 6th Ave, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Ceviche de Camarón Y Pulpo Shrimp And Octopus Ceviche
Fajitas El 7 Mares the 7 Seas Fajitas
Ostiones Aguachile Aguachile Oysters
Ceviche de Camarón Shrimp Ceviche
Ceviche de Pescado Fish Ceviche
Camarones Al Ajo Garlic Shrimp
Molcajete El Capitan Fresco
Torre De Mariscos
Shrimp Cocktail
Carne Asada

“The food was delicious, hot in temperature like it should, had a little miscommunication in the beginning with my order but was fixed no harm done. As picky as I am eating in new restaurants I was impressed very much with my meal and appearance of my plate. The ingredients on the side salad looked very fresh not like left over salad ingredients from previous days,as picky of a person that I am my hats off to them. I gave 4 stars cause music was a little loud giving the atmosphere more of a bar and not a restaurant in my opinion nevertheless I will be going back thanks....“

3.7 Good110 Reviews
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Fresko American • $$
909 Locust St Ste. 103, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Cocktails Growler of Lavender Lemonade
Catering Seared Sesame Tuna
Golden Dragon Street Noodles
Molten Chocolate Cake
Truffle Potatoes GP VG
Chocolate Multen Cake
Crab Stuffed Walleye
Formaggio Flatbread
Chocolate Lava Cake
Flatbreads & Mules

“Everything was phenomenal from beginning to end! The waitstaff was attentive but not overbearing, and our waiter in particular was so friendly and recommended the crab stuffed walleye, which was to die for! The environment was classy and intimate, yet casual enough that it felt comfortable and warm. The best part of the meal was the appetizer- the seared ahi tuna is too good for words, just trust me on this and order it! This was a great place to visit for my birthday dinner, and we definitely plan on being back.“

4.5 Superb233 Reviews
El Toreado Mexican Bar & Grill Mexican • $
4521 Fleur Dr, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Rice and Beans
Burrito Rice and Beans
Grilled Steak Fajitas
Cheese Steak Burrito
Burrito California
Enchiladas Verdes
Chicken Fajitas
Carnitas Plate
Fajita Shrimp
Steak Vaquero

“Excelente comida 🥘 excelente margaritas“

4.7 Superb89 Reviews
Jesse's Embers Steak House • $$
3301 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

8oz Rib Eye Steak w Onion Rings
Pasta Special Changes Weekly
Burger and Onion Rings
Baked Potato
Surf and Turf
London Broil
Cajun Shrimp

“Spectacular service, ambiance & absolutely amazing food. We had the chicken fettuccini the burger & Ember’ ribs. Not only excellent taste but enough for another meal! Well worth our trip! Try it🤗“

4.6 Superb97 Reviews
Buzzard Billy’s Cajun/Creole • $
615 3rd St, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Chicken Fettucini Alfredeaux Family Pack
Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
Fried Combo Platter Catfish Oysters Shrimp
Red Beans & Rice with Andouille Sausage
Bananas Foster French Toast Platter
Country Fried Steak and Eggs
Crescent City Chicken
Chicken Tchoupitoulas
Seafood Jambalaya
The Bayou Platter

“Amazing food and at a reasonable price and not a bad wait time.“

4.4 Superb328 Reviews
Primos Tex Mex Bar & Grill Tex-Mex • $
1140 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Steak Picado En Salsa Verde
Chicken Chimichanga Dinner
Feast 4 Pollo Con Arroz
El Grande Burrito Steak
Quesadilla Fajita Lunch
Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo
Quesadilla with Rice
Seafood Molcajete
Molcajete Supreme
Taquitos Mexicanos

“Excellent fresh food and wonderful service!“

4.4 Superb115 Reviews
Louie's Wine Dive American • $$
4040 University Ave suite a, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Champagne Fish and Chips Dinner
Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich
Crisp Pecan Brussels Sprouts
Champagne Fish \u0026 Chips
Emily's Apple Harvest Salad
Louie’S Double Burger
Champagne Fish & Chips
Squeaky Cheese Curds
Guacamole and Chips
Carnitas Nachos

“GIVE FRANCIS A RAISE!!!!!“

4.3 Superb295 Reviews
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse Steak House • $$
6800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmigiana and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Lobster Mac & Cheese
NNY's Toasted Ravioli
Chicken Parmigiano
Stuffed Mushrooms
Parmesan Crusted
Beef Wellington
Steak Deburgo
Sausage Bread

“Simple stated, Incredible“

4.3 Superb187 Reviews
El Patron Authentic Mexican Cuisine Mexican • $
4351 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Burritos Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
El Patron Platter Special
Tacos De Carne Asada
Happy Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Quesadilla
Seafood Enchiladas
Fajita Quesadilla
Parrillada Azteca
Reasonable Prices
Tacos de Birria

“My new favorite Mexican restaurant! I got the lunch special steak fajita. Delicious! The service was fast and if a worker that wasn’t serving me saw I needed something they handled it. A truly team player atmosphere from the workers. The restaurant its self is gorgeous. So much beautiful art work to admire. If you’re in the area a perfect choice.“

4.3 Superb115 Reviews
Uchu Restaurant And Catering Peruvian • $
1704 E Grand Ave, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Linguini Al Pesto Con Bistec
Lomo Saltado Sautéed Loin
Arroz Chaufa De Pescado
Arroz Con Mariscos
Ceviche De Tilapia
Mostrito- Quarter
Pollo a La Brasa

“An absolute must for authentic and delicious Peruvian food in Iowa! We were blown away by the ceviche and pollo a la brasa and the excellent customer service. Cannot recommend this place enough and it will be a regular spot on our trips to Des Moines.“

4.4 Superb44 Reviews
Lady Jerk Soul Food Caterers • $
1139 24th St, Des Moines

“We stopped here at the last minute and they did not disappoint! Their food is amazing! Highly recommend stopping if you’re hungry.“

4.4 Superb36 Reviews
New China Buffet & Grill Chinese • $
1201 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Fried Shrimp Bacon Wrapped Shrimpmushrooms Inoyster Sauce
Mussels Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Stuffed Mushrooms
Bacwrapshrimp Eggrooll Meatballs Onstik
Salmon Stuffed Mushrooms and Potatoes
Crab Rangoon General TSO's Chicken
Salmonand Broccoli and Chicken
Orange Chicken Dine in: Yes
Varieties of Buffet Dinner
Crawfish and Crab Rangoon
Sweet Sour Chicken

“Good food, always fresh in my experiences with eating here. Doesn't cost a lot, and if you go away hungry from their buffet, it's your own fault. Would recommend to anyone. Also I've never been grossed out by the bathroom. That's a big bonus for me. After using the restroom I like coming out feeling relieved and clean not ready to shower as soon as I get home...cause eewwwww.... So thank you for keeping up on your restroom as well as the face appearance of your restaurant.“

4.2 Good147 Reviews
Noah's Ark Ristorante Italian • $$
2400 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Noah’S Chicken Parmigiana En Casserole with Spaghetti
Mozzarella Romano Pomodoro Golden Fried String Cheese
Noah’S Combination Chef Salad a La Carte
House Salad with Creamy Italian Dressing
Cavatelli Ravioli and Meatballs
Pepper Rings & 1 2 Onion Rings
San Francisco Blackout Cake
French Fried Onion Rings
Fettucine Noah’S Ark
Fettuccine Alfredo

“Calzones are the best! Super friendly staff, I love their Pizzas too.“

4.2 Good144 Reviews
Old West Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
4138 Fleur Dr #2324, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Large Lime Margherita on the Rocks
Chips \u0026 Salsa
Fajita Quesadilla
Junior's Burrito
Beans and Rice
Ashley Burrito
Rice and Beans
Diane Special
Chips & Salsa
Fajita Nachos

“wonderful restaurant, great food, Angel was our server. prompt and courteous. prices are good“

4.2 Good128 Reviews
Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
1434 Des Moines St, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa
Seafood Platter
Chicken Fajitas
Tortillas

“Currently, this is my absolute favorite restaurant in Iowa. They have the tastiest shrimp cocktail and my favorite are the shrimp empanadas from the appetizer section of the menu. My husband loves virtually anything they serve. I can overlook that it isn't fancy and sometimes the service is a little uncoordinated when you end up with such amazing food. I see the people in the kitchen looking like they are working so hard and from the heart. Now, if you want a good laugh, I ate here ten years ago for my first time and it took me nine years before I ever would consider returning. I ordered paella with the extra $1 charge if I wanted the seafood all out of the shell instead of me doing it myself. I was eating away while in deep conversation with my family, enjoying my food, when I bit down on some random large piece of a broken shell buried in the paella. I got up and ran to the bathroom and had to spit out the shells and unfortunately parts of six of my broken teeth! So, if you order any dish with the promise of the seafood all taken from its shell; still be careful!“

4 Good45 Reviews
El Buen Sabor Latino Salvadoran • $
1130 E 9th St, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Bistec Encebollada
Beef Soup
Pupusas
Samosa

“Visited this place for the first time. It was not very busy so the service was fast. Ordered a pupusa and yuca frita as appetizer and they came right away. Main course was delicious, flavorful and a good size portion. Will definitively come back“

3.6 Good33 Reviews
The Cheesecake Factory Seafood • $$
101 Jordan Creek Pkwy, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Pineapple Cheesecake and Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake
The Cheesecake Factory Private Reserve California
Very Cherry Ghirardelli Chocolate Cheesecake
White Chocolate Raspberry Truffle
Skinnylicious Chicken Pasta
Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo
Mango Key Lime Cheesecake
Celebration Cheesecake
Bistro Shrimp Pasta
Little House Salad

“The fish & chips, and orange chicken was great! But the cheese cake was awesome! Great service and good food!“

4 Good299 Reviews

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