Was so excited to try this place out, but the food was horrible. We ordered the shorte’s fries for an appetizer with brisket - we thought we got pulled pork and were okay with it but it was actually just mushy brisket. For our meal we shared the Burnt ends platter with brisket also and cheesy corn and Mac and cheese. The burnt ends were mushy, pulpy garbage. Have never had any burnt ends like it. The brisket was also mushy and disgusting. We tried one piece of burnt ends and left the rest.
Food: 1
Service: 3
Cameron
Ordered food at 11am on Friday Jan. 31st. I had the absolute displeasure of eating at ShortE’s, and let me tell you, I wouldn’t wish this experience on my worst enemy. I ordered a chopped chicken sandwich, and within hours, I was hugging my toilet like it was my long-lost love. Full-blown food poisoning. But the nightmare didn’t end there—I gave the rest of the sandwich to my dog (after I threw up), and now he has worms. WORMS.
As if that wasn’t bad enough, the fries were stale, tasting like they were cooked during the last presidential administration. They had that sad, chewy texture that only comes from sitting out for a full 24 hours. Honestly, I’d have had a better meal if I just licked the pavement outside.
Save yourself (and your dog). Eat literally anywhere else.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Fries, Sandwich
Whitney Alaniz
Ribs were good, nice cakey cornbread and brisket was super tender. Thin texas toast which i prefer thicker. We tried it first the first time for the kids eat free deal I heard about on Saturday. I called in our order for carry out and confirmed it was kids eat free. The lady I spoke with said she had to check about kids eat free for carry out and came back and said they could. I placed my order and got the total. When my husband picked up the food I saw we were charged for the kids meals and $14 more than what she told me. Thinking it was an accident I called back and they said kids eat free is dine in only. I let them know I had specifically asked when ordering and they said kids would be free. They said they would call back at the end of the night and never did. BBQ not bad but i wont return due to the customer service.
noah bender
Great food, great service. Wish it had more seating options. The portions are huge for the price! Will definitely go back
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Johnny Erickson
Serve fine, food alright
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Gaylene White
Very good sliced brisket!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charles P
Great customer service and delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket, Ribs
Candy Garcia-Maciel
After we ordered, it took another 30 min to serve our food, and the restaurant was not busy. we didn't know why this happened, but we almost walked out because we waited a lot, and nobody came to apologize. The food was great and welcomed, too. I think the problem was in the kitchen.
We have given our business to ShortE’s countless times over the years and each experience is exceptional. The staff is kind and attentive even during busy hours. We recently had an event for 30 catered and the food was delicious, hot, and ready to go at the predetermined pick up time. We are able to take our three young children in to dine without fear of being silently scolded for the noise and additional cleanup that young children require. We truly cannot say enough about ShortE’s and will continue supporting them for years to come!
P.S. The donuts are exceptional. Do yourself a favor and get an extra order!
Kid-friendliness: It’s loud enough inside (without being too loud) that we can have our kids and not be constantly saying shh or to use quieter voices. Also plenty of room to bring in a stroller and/or car seat carrier.
Might be a contender for best bbq in the metro. I absolutely reccomend going one time... just make sure to check there hours sense they are kind of goofy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
cale neighbors
I think this is hands down...the best BBQ I've ever had in Des Moines.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Sauces, Mac and Cheese, Brisket, Ribs
Steph Ellis
Music was loud. We were the only 2 customers in there right at 11 ish. I ordered chicken nachos, 1/2 order, thank goodness i did, I didn't even eat all that. It was luke warm and for being there right when they opened my pulled chicken should of been smokin hot. My husband ordered the 1 meat platter with pulled pork it was ok but only luke warm and the beans they tasted like they had perfume or some funky taste to them. Only thought we'd try this place out since we heard some good reviews. Nope. Not again. Whatcha smoking and Smokey Ds have u beat. Sorry!
*Updated review to reflect the correct meal husband had. Also contacted Chris on Facebook like he asked and got no response.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Tonya Steinbach (CTStein)
Very nice restaurant. Fries alittle over seasoned. Wrap was extremely good. Service was good will be back
Kid-friendliness: Friday and Saturday free kids meals
Delicious barbecue
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was so excited to try this place out, but the food was horrible. We ordered the shorte’s fries for an appetizer with brisket - we thought we got pulled pork and were okay with it but it was actually just mushy brisket. For our meal we shared the Burnt ends platter with brisket also and cheesy corn and Mac and cheese. The burnt ends were mushy, pulpy garbage. Have never had any burnt ends like it. The brisket was also mushy and disgusting. We tried one piece of burnt ends and left the rest.
Food: 1
Service: 3
Ordered food at 11am on Friday Jan. 31st.
I had the absolute displeasure of eating at ShortE’s, and let me tell you, I wouldn’t wish this experience on my worst enemy. I ordered a chopped chicken sandwich, and within hours, I was hugging my toilet like it was my long-lost love. Full-blown food poisoning. But the nightmare didn’t end there—I gave the rest of the sandwich to my dog (after I threw up), and now he has worms. WORMS.
As if that wasn’t bad enough, the fries were stale, tasting like they were cooked during the last presidential administration. They had that sad, chewy texture that only comes from sitting out for a full 24 hours. Honestly, I’d have had a better meal if I just licked the pavement outside.
Save yourself (and your dog). Eat literally anywhere else.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Fries, Sandwich
Ribs were good, nice cakey cornbread and brisket was super tender. Thin texas toast which i prefer thicker.
We tried it first the first time for the kids eat free deal I heard about on Saturday. I called in our order for carry out and confirmed it was kids eat free. The lady I spoke with said she had to check about kids eat free for carry out and came back and said they could. I placed my order and got the total. When my husband picked up the food I saw we were charged for the kids meals and $14 more than what she told me. Thinking it was an accident I called back and they said kids eat free is dine in only. I let them know I had specifically asked when ordering and they said kids would be free. They said they would call back at the end of the night and never did. BBQ not bad but i wont return due to the customer service.
Great food, great service. Wish it had more seating options. The portions are huge for the price! Will definitely go back
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Serve fine, food alright
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Very good sliced brisket!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great customer service and delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket, Ribs
After we ordered, it took another 30 min to serve our food, and the restaurant was not busy. we didn't know why this happened, but we almost walked out because we waited a lot, and nobody came to apologize. The food was great and welcomed, too. I think the problem was in the kitchen.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Cheesy Corn, Smoked Wings, Wings, Salad, Corn Bread, Ribs
We have given our business to ShortE’s countless times over the years and each experience is exceptional. The staff is kind and attentive even during busy hours. We recently had an event for 30 catered and the food was delicious, hot, and ready to go at the predetermined pick up time. We are able to take our three young children in to dine without fear of being silently scolded for the noise and additional cleanup that young children require. We truly cannot say enough about ShortE’s and will continue supporting them for years to come!
P.S. The donuts are exceptional. Do yourself a favor and get an extra order!
Kid-friendliness: It’s loud enough inside (without being too loud) that we can have our kids and not be constantly saying shh or to use quieter voices. Also plenty of room to bring in a stroller and/or car seat carrier.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesy Corn, Brisket
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Might be a contender for best bbq in the metro. I absolutely reccomend going one time... just make sure to check there hours sense they are kind of goofy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I think this is hands down...the best BBQ I've ever had in Des Moines.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Sauces, Mac and Cheese, Brisket, Ribs
Music was loud. We were the only 2 customers in there right at 11 ish. I ordered chicken nachos, 1/2 order, thank goodness i did, I didn't even eat all that. It was luke warm and for being there right when they opened my pulled chicken should of been smokin hot. My husband ordered the 1 meat platter with pulled pork it was ok but only luke warm and the beans they tasted like they had perfume or some funky taste to them. Only thought we'd try this place out since we heard some good reviews. Nope. Not again. Whatcha smoking and Smokey Ds have u beat. Sorry!
*Updated review to reflect the correct meal husband had.
Also contacted Chris on Facebook like he asked and got no response.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Very nice restaurant. Fries alittle over seasoned. Wrap was extremely good. Service was good will be back
Kid-friendliness: Friday and Saturday free kids meals
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Brisket
Loved it, definitely be back!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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