The Walnut

1417 Walnut St, Des Moines
(515) 282-1000

Recent Reviews

Sort by
Damian Caldwell

Dining feels wholesome, balanced, and comforting

Debra Doerr

We had a great time at The Walnut! The highlight of the meal was definitely the Cheese Drunk Cheeseburger—absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. It’s a must-try if you’re a burger fan.

Our server, Matt, was very friendly and welcoming, which added to the positive experience. The cocktails were good and budget-friendly, which was a nice surprise.

Overall, the combination of great food, warm service, and reasonable prices makes The Walnut a place we’ll definitely return to.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carl Soto

I heard about the wings special so I called in an order to try them. When I went to pay, the waitress said the discount was for dine-in only so I had to sit down, eat a couple, then ask for a to-go container and pay my check. Does management know that these questions should be asked when placing an order? Does the staff understand their choice of words are heard by other guests? Politeness goes a long ways.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

Laura Kessel

We love this place! Great food and great service! Reasonable prices. Lots of options for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. It is also a great place to catch a good game (and they show plenty of women’s sports). It is the perfect modernized take on a friendly neighborhood restaurant and bar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pretzel Bites, Chicken Sandwich, Royal Bird, Classic Burger, Reuben and Salad

Karyn Shimer

Great food! Clean restaurant! Friendly service!

Cory Anderson

Good food great service some of the worst acoustics I've ever experienced in a restaurant. Couldn't even hear what the people across from the table were saying.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 4

Service: 5

Tammy Newberry

Incredible!! I got the chicken Philly, my friend the pepper jack chicken sandwich. The flavors were bold yet well blended. Chicken was tender, bread fresh. Seriously one of the best sandwiches I have had. Fries crispy yet soft. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ashley Shoemaker

Several vegan options clearly labeled on the menu!!! Very good food, drinks, and atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Laura Jolene

Lots of space, great menu, not too busy and easy to have a conversation. I liked the unique menu options. I have had brunch and dinner and will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tony Romeo

Always a cool spot to hang out and have a drink and the food has always been top-notch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kris M

Great place, good food. It's a little loud, though. Voices echo and resonate, making small crowds seem overly large and noisy. Could use some noise damping. Otherwise, it's a great place, good food and great service. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dana Gafeller

Our first time at The Walnut today and it was outstanding. We're from out of town but will make it a regular stop when we return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kim Vaughan

Seated right away. Food delivered fast and hot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Julia Mason

A new favorite place for my husband and I! Great food, great drinks, and great service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Josh Devine

Very good food and good atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Loading...