The Bartender's Handshake
3615 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
(515) 630-3008
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Ben. BEN. Janey. JANEY. I LOVE IT HERE. This small dive feels like Wes Anderson but also like home. GREAT SERVICE. AMAZING ATMOSPHERE. I can’t stress enough how impactful the conversation was. We will be back! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The evening vibe here is just unique. The place gets crowded here during the winter. The drinks here were incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love you all, especially Moyra (& One Trick Pony, 50/50, high life pony bottles and pepper poppers)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the To Thursday and it was delicious! Definitely a great place to visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Always a great experience. No food rating as to the best of my knowledge, they don’t serve any.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
I’ve gone here a couple times and every drink I’ve had I’ve enjoyed. The atmosphere was always people having fun and filled with laughter or friends talking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pretty underwhelming
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I couldn't love this place more. The drinks are phenomenal. No regular bartenders here, the mixologists really know what they are doing. I asked for a classic drink that wasn't on the menu and they didn't even hesitate. Boom, "Here you go! ".
The atmosphere is very nostalgic. I grew up around the corner. So being in the back patio area with all the old school lawn furniture and vintage cups AND the location, feels very comforting. Add an awesome drink, it's perfect. I highly recommend if you're looking for a high-end (but not overly priced) drink with friends, or a quiet corner with a date. You won't be sorry.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Love this place! Some of the best bartenders I've ever seen.
I absolutely love The Bartender's Handshake. Extremely good and interesting drinks at prices lower than most. They've also started small "tapas" style plates which they rotate frequently. Pictured is the best hummus I've ever had!
The location is small and intimate, but clean and does not feel cramped. Lighting is dim and styling is retro. They have a back patio, which seemed decently sized, but sadly it was too cold to enjoy.
I'd never think twice about coming here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Love this place! Some of the best bartenders I've ever seen.
If you're looking to relax and have a great cocktail, this is the place.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great cocktails. Outdoor patio was great for meeting up with a medium size group (6).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Devan is awesome!! Great personality, super quick service and made our experience so much fun!
Great cocktail bar. Would definitely go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
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