48 Best Seafood Restaurants near Johnston

1 Trostel's Greenbriar

4.7 Superb 330 Reviews

5810 Merle Hay Road, Johnston

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“We booked the private room in advance for a team dinner , what an incredible experience from the reservation to the pre call for expectations to the service and the food was absolutely amazing. The GM stopped by to make sure we were 100 satisfied We will most definitely be back Thanks Robin for your hospitality”

2 EL MARIACHI

4.6 Superb 313 Reviews

5825 Merle Hay Road, Johnston

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“Food is always delicious! I went in after work on Mother’s Day to take home 3 orders of shrimp fajitas and the patio and tables inside were packed. Despite staff being very busy, I still got my order in 15 min and one of the teens working at the register checked on me while I waited to see if I needed anything. I’ve always had excellent service. The margaritas are delicious as well!”

3 Prime and Providence

4.4 Superb 176 Reviews

595 South 60th Street, West Des Moines · 8.56 miles

“Amazing atmosphere with fantastic food and service”

4 Cosi Cucina Italian Grill

4.8 Superb 559 Reviews

1975 Northwest 86th Street, Clive · 4.33 miles

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“Cosi Cucina is an absolute family favorite. We enjoy the attention to detail that goes along with our dining experience. We love the atmosphere, delicious food, amazing drinks, very attentive wait staff and we always feel like family. Peter and his staff go above and beyond to make sure everyone’s experience is top notch. The menu has everything from appetizers, salads, pastas dishes, protein packed entrees, pizzas, calzones and a fantastic dessert menu! Thank you Cosi for allowing us to make the very best memories with our family and friends❤️”

5 Waterfront Seafood Market

4.5 Superb 308 Reviews

2900 University Avenue, West Des Moines · 5.24 miles

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“Always a wonderful experience!”

6 Tullpa Restaurant | Colombian • Peruvian

4.8 Superb 219 Reviews

3708 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines · 2.99 miles

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“Oh my gosh!!! Sophie!!! If you see this, please know I've been meaning to write this for over 1 yr now. You're the best server- you're so so sweet, genuine, and you go out of your way to help customers. The food here is great! Their pre-meal snack is so different than the typical bread and butter..and oh so good; it is cooked corn with these 2 amazing homemade sauces. 🤩 You wouldn't believe these creamy sauces are dairy free, if that matters to you. I also had a delicious chicken entree a few times. Check this place out at the Farmers Market where their pupusas sell out by 11am lol. Lastly!- the place was low key and perfect.”

7 Waterfront Seafood Market Restaurant Ankeny

4.3 Superb 377 Reviews

2414 Southeast Tones Drive, Ankeny · 7.55 miles

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“We often eat there when we're in Ankeny, and did so last Sunday. The fish and chips was, as it always is, outstanding. Our waitress, Jordan, was equally outstanding. She took care of our lunch time needs, often anticipating what we were wanting next. She even sent my wife home with a cup of the pop she was drinking. Simply outstanding and is our favorite restaurant when we're in Des Moines area.”

8 El Toreado Restaurant Bar & Grill | Mexican

4.7 Superb 290 Reviews

3751 EP True Parkway, West Des Moines · 7.25 miles

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“Food was great and service was top notch!! A lot of places need training from these people!! Will definitely come again!”

9 Jesse's Embers

4.5 Superb 231 Reviews

3301 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines · 6.42 miles

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“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🤗”

10 Fiesta Jalapenos

4.7 Superb 256 Reviews

1975 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste 113, Ankeny · 7.93 miles

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“Definitely our go to resturant. The drinks. The food. The atmposphere. All of it!”

11 Filet Steakhouse

4.7 Superb 232 Reviews

1802 North Ankeny Boulevard Ste B & C, Ankeny · 7.79 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.”

12 Irina's Steak & Seafood

4.6 Superb 421 Reviews

650 South Prairie View Drive Ste 100, West Des Moines · 8.48 miles

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“support local businesses!”

13 Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

4.6 Superb 400 Reviews

150 South Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines · 8.62 miles

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“Fleming’s is our go to for special occasions! Best service ever!”

14 Aura Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 Superb 201 Reviews

12851 University Avenue Suite 400, Clive · 6.49 miles

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“My husband and I have eaten at Aura at least 5 times. We've also hosted group dinners there. The food is FANTASTIC, and the mussels are absolutely delicious. And I'm from the NW, I know delicious mussels! The ONLY thing keeping me from giving it a 5 STAR review is that the music is too loud, and it's monotonous. Please, serve quiet, enjoyable music to go along with your wonderful food.”

15 Kathmandu Restaurant | Nepalese

4.6 Superb 351 Reviews

7229 Apple Valley, Windsor Heights · 4.93 miles

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“We had a gift card to have delivery - picked chicken tikka masala, chicken korma, rice, naan, samosas. All was delicious, warm, and nourishing. All ages loved it. Enough for leftovers, too!!”

16 Splash Seafood

4.2 Good 284 Reviews

303 Locust Street, Des Moines · 7.44 miles

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“We had the pleasure of attending Splash’s Open House tonight, and wow. what a great experience! My husband and I have been to Splash for dinner before, but we had never attended one of their open houses, so we honestly didn’t know what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised and completely blown away by the hospitality. Hospitality sometimes feels like a dying art these days, but Splash absolutely gets it right. The service was amazing from start to finish. even down to the two wonderful people serving the wine. The food was incredible, as always, and the entire atmosphere felt welcoming and relaxed. One of my favorite parts was being able to mingle, meet, and have conversations with other people in the community. That kind of atmosphere felt genuinely refreshing. Overall, Splash knocked it out of the park. We will absolutely be attending future events, and, of course, continuing to dine there throughout the year. Highly recommend!”

17 801 Chophouse

4.5 Superb 674 Reviews

801 Grand Avenue, Des Moines · 7.22 miles

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“Best service in DesMoines”

18 El Toreado Mexican Bar & Grill

4.7 Superb 127 Reviews

4521 Fleur Drive Ste East, Des Moines · 9.51 miles

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“Delicious food and drinks!!”

19 Proudfoot & Bird

4.5 Superb 471 Reviews

1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines · 7.37 miles

“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.”

20 Buzzard Billy’s

4.5 Superb 466 Reviews

615 3rd Street, Des Moines · 7.32 miles

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

21 Fresko

4.5 Superb 351 Reviews

909 Locust Street Ste. 103, Des Moines · 7.3 miles

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“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.”

22 Los Alegres Sabor Mexicano

4.7 Superb 87 Reviews

8950 University Avenue, West Des Moines · 7.76 miles

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“We have dined here so many times, I've lost count. Our favorites are the Chipotle fettuccine pasta, guacamole, salsa, flautas, the Las Alegres special, quesadillas, and of course, the margaritas 🍹. Small group or large, they can take care of your table without missing a beat. We will be back again and again!”

23 Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster

4.5 Superb 153 Reviews

9500 University Avenue Ste 1118, West Des Moines · 8.15 miles

“I came there on a Saturday and had the prime rib special. My steak was cooked to perfection. For dessert I had the smore. 😋👍👍”

24 El Barco Méxican Restaurant

4.4 Superb 289 Reviews

8801 Hickman Road, Urbandale · 4.08 miles

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“Excellent place! We were driving from Idaho and saw the restaurant on maps and we couldn’t be happier! Food was great and fast and really good service! It’s tough finding a good place to eat while on a trip, but we’re so glad o we found it”

25 Fire Creek

4.4 Superb 280 Reviews

800 South 50th Street Ste 110, West Des Moines · 8.35 miles

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“The food is licking lips, 😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋”

26 Hidalgo Mexican Bar and Grill Ankeny

4.4 Superb 209 Reviews

1631 Southwest Main Street Ste 100, Ankeny · 5.65 miles

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“Foods always good, quick, and by far my favorite selection of music”

27 Red Lobster

4.0 Good 357 Reviews

3838 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines · 5.71 miles

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“Great food and friendly staff!”

28 Uchu Restaurant And Catering

4.4 Superb 52 Reviews

1704 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines · 8.24 miles

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“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.”

29 Fresh Fit Meals Downtown

4.7 Superb 7 Reviews

801 Grand Avenue, Des Moines · 7.23 miles

“This was a huge life saver coming into the HS state wrestling tournament. Great meals, great prices and top notch service to keep our wrestlers fueled and fed. Thank you Aaron!!”

30 Kikka Sushi

5.0 Superb 3 Reviews

4100 University Avenue, West Des Moines · 5.64 miles

31 Tribute Eatery & Bar

4.3 Superb 142 Reviews

1615 Southwest Main Street Ste 105, Ankeny · 5.71 miles

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“Excellent service and food!”

32 El Rodeo

4.3 Superb 223 Reviews

1310 Northwest 118th Street, Clive · 5.92 miles

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“Food and drinks are fabulous, thank you for a tasty and positive experience!”

33 Old West Mexican Restaurant

4.3 Superb 263 Reviews

4138 Fleur Drive Suite 2324, Des Moines · 9.31 miles

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

34 Noah's Ark Ristorante

4.3 Superb 315 Reviews

2400 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines · 6.75 miles

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

35 Magee’s Irish Pub & Eatery

4.3 Superb 330 Reviews

1610 Southwest Main Street, Ankeny · 5.7 miles

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“The best lamb stew I’ve ever had. The herb palate was amazing!”

36 Lady Jerk Soul Food

4.2 Good 52 Reviews

1139 24th Street, Des Moines · 5.88 miles

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

37 El Patron Authentic Mexican Cuisine

4.2 Good 128 Reviews

4351 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines · 2.3 miles

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“We stopped at El Patron on my birthday on a ridiculously hot day and had a good time. The chips and salsa were good, especially after asking for the hot salsa, and the cheese dip was good enough that I probably could have just kept eating that and called it lunch. Our meals were good with generous portions, but the drinks were definitely the star of this visit. They were hitting! 😂 Service was okay. Everyone was friendly, but they seemed a little distracted and we waited for attention a few times. The restaurant itself is colorful and fun, and apparently mentioning your birthday gets you the full treatment. I got the song, giant sombrero, and a shot of some very questionable tequila. 😂 It made for a fun birthday memory! Overall, good Mexican food and a fun atmosphere. I wouldn't make a special trip across town for it, but if we're nearby again, I'd happily stop in for chips, hot salsa, queso and a margarita.”

38 El Fogon Mexican Restaurant

4.2 Good 205 Reviews

5465 Mills Civic Parkway Ste 101, West Des Moines · 8.38 miles

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“1st time there, food was incredible and the service was spot on, will definitely be coming back.”

39 El Buen Sabor Latino

3.8 Good 33 Reviews

1130 East 9th Street, Des Moines · 7.36 miles

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“Restaurant.100% Salvadoreño. Familiar. Y muy acogedor. Le ofrece. Auténticas Recetas tradicionales. De nuestro querido El Salvador 🇸🇻. Venga y disfrute. Las Ricas y deliciosas. Pup usas. Y sus deliciosas. Bebidas. Como el tropical y delicioso fresco de ensalada. Tropical. Si usted ya visitó el bien sabor latino. Muchas gracias. 🤗🇸🇻”

40 Laughing Crab - Cajun Seafood

4.2 Good 332 Reviews

4508 University Avenue, West Des Moines · 5.66 miles

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“We love this place, and the food. We’ve Been here multiple times. But today 7-11-2025, we showed up at 9:10pm and were excused out the door because the front greeter stated to us that they stopped dinning at 9pm. The waitress in-front of him looked like she felt bad and was wanting to sit us down, but the male greeter gave her a grin. The Hours for this place is 11am-10pm. What a way to loose business right at your door! Very disappointed with this !”

41 Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant

4.1 Good 139 Reviews

1434 Des Moines Street, Des Moines · 7.94 miles

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“My husband and I came here for lunch and it did not disappoint. The food is authentic and made with love if you will. The flavor is sooo good! The staff was all very welcoming and kind. The atmosphere was my favorite part. So much culture. If you are looking for a great cultural experience with amazing food, this is the place! Would definitely come back!”

42 VIVA Mexican Restaurant

4.1 Good 176 Reviews

4531 86th Street, Urbandale · 2.28 miles

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“Amazing food and margaritas as well as fun staff!”

43 District 36 Wine Bar & Grille

3.9 Good 123 Reviews

1375 Southwest Vintage Parkway, Ankeny · 5.62 miles

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“We had a work dinner & it was amazing! Food, drinks, staff - everything!!! 10/10!!”

44 Tuddy's Tavern

4.0 Good 194 Reviews

6240 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines · 8.78 miles

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“Great food and service! Great place to watch a game. Better than average food and TV’s everywhere”

45 Mariscos El Capitan

3.3 Good 150 Reviews

6050 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines · 5.75 miles

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“The seafood spread was absolutely worth it and made for a satisfying meal. The crab was fresh and flavorful, the calamari was perfectly crispy, and the fries and fried chicken were cooked just right. Everything was served hot and delicious, and I can't wait to come back again.”

46 The Cheesecake Factory

4.0 Good 530 Reviews

101 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines · 8.51 miles

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

47 Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

4.0 Good 807 Reviews

440 South 68th Street Ste 101, West Des Moines · 8.68 miles

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“We had a great experience today Paul our server was excellent oh, you did a great job from start to finish really appreciate it is great customer service. My brother was very impressed with the Durango Burger said it was the best burger he is ever had in his life. My cheeseburger with bacon was very good as well took the way I like it. Appreciate the great service and hospitality and food that we enjoy.”

48 Long John Silver's

3.5 Good 120 Reviews

3006 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines · 9.87 miles

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“They changed their coleslaw which is very disappointing, it used to be my favorite. This place does hold lots of memories for me though. I have been going here since I was little, I'm nearly 50. I still go here off and on when I make it to Des Moines around lunch time. Story has it it was a restaurant back in the 50s. It would be interesting to know for sure.”