Restaurants near Polk City

“Awesome place, great atmosphere, and fantastic craft beer. The new owners are phenomenal and incredibly nice. They have truly transformed this place into a must-visit destination. Highly recommend!”

“Had an absolutely amazing time with the staff while we ate our dinner and had a few drinks. The food was great, 10/10”

“best gluten free pizza I've ever had!”

“absolutely phenomenal food especially the Fresno Burger and with fries for only 9 bucks it's a steal you can't get that anywhere else I highly recommend this to tourists or locals have never tried it”

“I love their chai lattes and my husband loves the peanut butter cruncher. Very good coffees and drinks. I have had a smoothie there too and it is so smooth and good!”

“Favorite local ice cream!!”

“Great place”

“Amazing food! I have tried so much food and have never been disappointed by La Familia. The quesabrilla tacos are to die for!!! Cold and refreshing beverages, hot food, clean atmosphere, friendly staff. You got to try it!”

“Service was exceptional. Two gals and very professional with greeting and parting phrases. Did tremendous job answering questions about new items . Prepared great tasting products.
They just worked well as a team.
If I wasn't retired and needed some team members I would be offering them the world to come work for me .
Two great ambassadors for this location and the brand.”

“The food and service was astounding! Scott was super nice and helpful with food and general area recommendations. I highly recommend and this will be my new stop when I'm in town.”

“Had it on our list for Ankeny Chinese restaurants and so glad we tried it. Small place, 3 big tables. Very attentive staff. Recommended good combos. Fair priced food. Can’t beat 4 crab rangoons for $2.50! The packaging is super cute and high quality. They cooked the food after we ordered it so we waited maybe 5-10 minutes but it was piping hot when they delivered it to our table. Will 100% be back again. So glad we found this Ankeny gem!”

“I stopped in at MinGaLaBar tonight with a family member and had a great experience! Our waitress was very kind and it didn’t take much time for the food to arrive hot and fresh. We started off with an order of Samosas and then I got the Shan Khao Swe with chicken!”

“I just went today for the first time….all I can say is thank God I live in Waukee and have to drive to them, otherwise I would be there every day! My experience was amazing. Macaroons being gluten free are an added bonus too. I am using them for my son’s Wedding Rehearsal dessert coming up. 10 out 10 5⭐️ Loved all the options.”

“Absolutely delicious - huge portions and great service! Everything we had was soooo good! The restaurant was very clean and the staff was friendly and welcoming. Chicken 65, samosas, chicken briyani, butter chicken, chicken vindaloo, lamb roganjosh, and naan….and the complimentary mango custard - YUM!!!!”

“Had the Tuscan Slice, which was a great combination of flavors and perfect crust! Great selection and quick! Will definitely be back.”

“Samy the delivery driver was very pleasant when asking for my signature to confirm my order.
My food was delivered on time and still hot!!
This my 2nd time eating fromTullpa Restaurant!!! Love it!!! Will definitely pass the word around town again!!
Peace and Blessings!!”

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

“Hawker’s Kitchen is hands down one of the best Malaysian and Singaporean restaurants you can find in the country. From the moment you step in, the atmosphere feels warm and welcoming, setting the stage for an authentic Southeast Asian dining experience.

The food is outstanding — every dish is cooked with care and packed with rich, bold flavors that taste just like what you’d find at hawker stalls in Kuala Lumpur or Singapore. The ingredients are fresh, portions are generous, and the balance of spices is perfect. Whether you’re craving savory noodles, fragrant rice dishes, or their incredible curry noodle soup (laksa), everything here is a hit.

The service is just as impressive as the food. The staff are friendly, attentive, and passionate about what they serve, which really elevates the whole experience. You can tell they take pride in sharing authentic Asian flavors with their customers.

If you’ve been searching for a place to satisfy your Asian food cravings, look no further. Hawker’s Kitchen won’t disappoint. I highly recommend this spot — once you try it, you’ll definitely come back for more!”

“A lot of their cookies are very tasty. After my family and I tried Crumbl once without even knowing if we would like it or not we became obsessed. And now we get cookies almost every week.”

“Tito’s Lounge is one of those spots that just gets it right. The food was solid across the board, fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The ambiance is on point too. Relaxed but stylish and the kind of place you can actually enjoy a meal and a conversation without feeling rushed. What really stood out was the service. Attentive, friendly, and professional without being over the top. You can tell they care about the experience. Overall, a great spot whether you’re grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just unwinding. Highly recommend checking it out.”

“I’ve never heard of this place before today.. a few of my employee’s went there for lunch and told me to try it. I tried the catfish lunch and it’s incredible! The portion size is massive, the fries are fresh and dialed in and the sauces are spot on! New customer for life! Thank you”

“Unique, delicious meals served by friendly faces. Highly recommend!”

“Love that they are passionate about the community.”

“Visited for the first time and absolutely will be back! Drink was so tasty. My daughter got a macaron and she loved it & the man working also gave her a pin! Not sure if that is the norm but she was so happy and is now proudly wearing it on her backpack. 10/10 for the drink and customer service!”

“We love Dragon Pho and Boba! Our food is always delicious and the service is great. The staff are also so friendly!!”

“Good place in Ankeny to meet for breakfast. I've turned others onto the breakfast egg rolls. My brother-in-law is hooked. If you want something on the lighter side try the Thai fried rice with egg n veggies. Ask for extra sauce on the side. Dad had the steak n egg n cleaned his plate. The breakfast burrito are ginormous. Enjoy the Des Moines based chain. There's something for everyone”

“The ice cream was tasty, but the real star was Joanna, who was working when my family stopped in for ice cream on Friday. Jo was working the shift by herself - taking orders and payments, scooping and mixing treats, and delivering the orders. The line was out the door but she was efficient, accurate, and friendly. She kept the line moving, was calm and collected, and had a smile for everyone.”

“Best Tacos in Des Moines hands down, you need to go to this place”

“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!”

“We love Portofinos!!! The salmon dishes are my favorites!!! Great soups and yummy bread!!! We're close, so we walk there often!!!”