The Bartender's Handshake

3615 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
(515) 630-3008

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JemJem

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

Veeraj Shet

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

Sierra Collins

Love you all, especially Moyra (& One Trick Pony, 50/50, high life pony bottles and pepper poppers)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kelsey Allison

I had the To Thursday and it was delicious! Definitely a great place to visit!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Jason Edwards

Always a great experience. No food rating as to the best of my knowledge, they don’t serve any.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Ava Hetherington

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

C J

Pretty underwhelming

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Caasi Heckman

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

Douglas Dalrymple

Love this place! Some of the best bartenders I've ever seen.

Mike Hurt

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

Doug Dalrymple

Love this place! Some of the best bartenders I've ever seen.

beth zubrod

If you're looking to relax and have a great cocktail, this is the place.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Nate Howe

Great cocktails. Outdoor patio was great for meeting up with a medium size group (6).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hannah Heathman

Devan is awesome!! Great personality, super quick service and made our experience so much fun!

marc maleh

Great cocktail bar. Would definitely go again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

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