Browse menus, reviews and photos of the best places to eat near Elkhart.
Bar & Grill · $
364 Northwest Main Street, Elkhart
Customers’ favorites
“Great food, service, and bartenders! I was alone when I walked in and was welcomed by more than one person working there. Even other customers were friendly. Very comfortable. Will definitely make it a regular spot!”
Bar · $$
352 Northwest Main Street, Elkhart
“Fun place! Great bartenders”
Chinese · $
1875 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste 104, Ankeny · 5.02 miles
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“Food & service is awesome. Very clean. Packaging is pretty & reusable. Didnt even have to warm my food after getting home 2.5 hours later. Large servings so always have leftovers which are just as good the next day. Highly recommend!”
Italian · $$
550 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona · 9.41 miles
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“Megan Bond is the waitress you want! Great service and great food!”
Indian · $
1701 Southeast Delaware Avenue Ste 300, Ankeny · 6.24 miles
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“Best butter chicken I’ve ever had”
Bakery · $
1515 Southwest Main Street Ste 105, Ankeny · 7.29 miles
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“Just stopped in for the first time and WOW!!! These macarons are absolutely INCREDIBLE! If I lived closer, I would genuinely be here every single day. I love all of the flavors I picked out, but they gave me a free Cinnamon Bun macaron to try and it was easily the best thing I have eaten in a very very long time. I will be anxiously awaiting the next time I have an excuse to run to Ankeny and pick more of these up! Edited to add: I was so excited about the macarons that I forgot to comment on the delicious coffee I got! I tried The Good Day and it is SO yummy, would definitely recommend if you like your coffee on the sweeter side :)”
Mexican · $
502 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste 5, Ankeny · 5.6 miles
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“We love Amigos! Delicious food made fresh! Their catering services are outstanding as well. Highly recommend!”
Hawaiian · $
802 Southeast Oralabor Road Ste 128, Ankeny · 6.88 miles
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“Food was beyond amazing!!!”
Mexican · $
2010 Southeast Delaware Avenue Ste 230, Ankeny · 6.47 miles
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“Best restaurant in ankney! By so far haven’t change. Has best customer service and FOOD!”
Italian · $
711 South Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny · 6.17 miles
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“We love Portofinos!!! The salmon dishes are my favorites!!! Great soups and yummy bread!!! We're close, so we walk there often!!!”
Breakfast · $
1465 Southwest Park Square Drive, Ankeny · 7.3 miles
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“Excellent food and service. Our server, Tashena, was extremely kind, helpful, and attentive. She really put a smile on my face with her bubbly personality. Highly recommend the blueberry pancakes and corn dogs!!”
Mexican · $
1975 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste 113, Ankeny · 4.98 miles
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“Definitely our go to resturant. The drinks. The food. The atmposphere. All of it!”
Italian · $
1802 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste 100A, Ankeny · 5.12 miles
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“Had the Tuscan Slice, which was a great combination of flavors and perfect crust! Great selection and quick! Will definitely be back.”
Brunch · $
1520 South Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny · 6.64 miles
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“Very good food which became a wonderful experience because of Tarla & her staff. Highly recommend!”
Asian · $
1975 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste 101, Ankeny · 5.01 miles
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“This was INCREDIBLE!! I had the char kuay throw with tofu and the shrimp pancakes and mango milk tea. Wonderfully tasty. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Can't wait to return!”
Ice Cream Shop · $
303 Southwest School Street, Ankeny · 5.98 miles
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“The girls at Sweet Swirls today were so accommodating! We brought in, from Rock Creek, 12 residents in at once. They listened, took their time, and made sure every order was right. We appreciate it so much!”
Steak House · $$
1802 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste B & C, Ankeny · 5.13 miles
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“A group of 6 of us were here celebrating 2 of our closest friends’ birthdays on Saturday, November 22, 2025. We all had a phenomenal experience. Top notch food, and main reason I am writing this review is due to the person serving us (JOSH). Our evening was made extra special thanks to JOSH. He greeted us with a genuine smile, anticipated our needs without being intrusive, and offered thoughtful recommendations that turned out to be spot-on. His friendly demeanor and attention to detail made us feel truly cared for. We left not only full but also grateful for such exceptional service.”
Family · $
2510 Southwest White Birch Drive Suite 1, 2, Ankeny · 8.11 miles
Customers’ favorites
“I'm about 90% sure this was at Hinterland festival and had the most amazing Vegan Gluten free cookies. I had 6 of them over the weekend. Couldn't keep my hands off these cookies!”
Barbecue · $
5055 Northwest 2nd Street, Des Moines · 10.88 miles
Customers’ favorites
“We love Smokey's the food is exceptional as is everything else.”
Steak House · $$
1715 Adventureland Drive, Altoona · 9.38 miles
Customers’ favorites
“One of the best steakhouses on the planet.”
Coffee Shops · $
417 Southwest 3rd Street, Ankeny · 6.08 miles
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“Amazing selection and great taste! The staff is so knowledgeable and always give me great recommendations when I can’t decide what I want! Keep up the great work!”
Bakery · $$
802 Southeast Oralabor Road Ste 108, Ankeny · 6.92 miles
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“Crumbl never disappoints! The cookies are always fresh, soft, and packed with flavor. I love the rotating weekly menu because there’s always something new to try. The staff is friendly, the store is clean, and the ordering process is quick and easy. Whether you’re treating yourself or bringing cookies to a gathering, Crumbl is always a hit. Highly recommend for anyone with a sweet tooth!”
Bistros · $$
Located in the District at Prairie Trail, 1450 Southwest Main Street, Ankeny · 7.36 miles
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“Great food at a reasonable price.”
Brunch · $
7015 Northeast 14th Street, Ankeny · 8.18 miles
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“Went for the first time as we are from 4 hours away. Everything was awesome. Got seated right away. And order was taken. Food came out hot. Didn’t try the pop tart as wasn’t sure what it was. But heard it is very good. Maybe next time we get to town. Service was outstanding”
Pizza · $
6594 Northwest 6th Drive, Des Moines · 9.51 miles
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“We recently moved to Ankeny & drive by every day. Parking lot is always full, so we finally made it in. Wow! So good! Sat outside and we had chicken deburgo, chicken Romano and a grinder. All amazing and the young man who was our server was spot on!! Will definitely be back!”
Cafe · $
310 South Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny · 5.94 miles
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“Had breakfast for the first time here and it was a great experience. Excellent food, service, and great prices. Every one was so friendly and we loved the atmosphere.”
Breakfast · $
617 Southwest 3rd Street Ste 103, Ankeny · 6.19 miles
“Jenny..is the best all their staff is great!!!!”
Mexican · $
2401 Southeast Delaware Avenue, Ankeny · 6.63 miles
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“The pork and steak tacos were both delicious. The flour shells are fried but not greasy like so many other places. 5 stars!”
Japanese · $
2732 Southeast Delaware Avenue Ste 310, Ankeny · 6.97 miles
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“Excellent food and AMAZING staff! Very patiently answered all my many questions. 5/5 STARS”
Ice Cream Shop · $
2005 Southeast Delaware Avenue Ste B, Ankeny · 6.39 miles
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“Great little place. Fun selections and very tidy.”