Browse menus, reviews and photos of the best places to eat in Urbandale.
Bar & Grill · $
3916 Northwest Urbandale Drive, Urbandale
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“Best place on the west side. Wings are great, but the flatbed is top notch. Friendly and welcoming staff, that takes great care of us. Our kids love the fries, and always want more Tito's.”
Burmese · $
8134 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
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“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!”
Turkish · $$
3281 100th Street, Urbandale
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“First time having Turkish food, and will be back!!!!! Everything was so flavorful.”
American · $
11151 Hickman Road, Urbandale
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“The Machine Shed in Urbandale, Iowa is a fantastic restaurant with good value. The food is excellent! The service is outstanding. We love to take our grandkids to the Machine Shed every time they are in town.”
Health Food · $
11881 Hickman Road, Urbandale
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“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!!”
Asian · $
2731 100th Street, Urbandale
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“As others have said, it takes some time to get your food, but it is made to order and so so fresh and delicious! The grocery section is also very convenient to have. The owners are lovely!”
Breakfast · $
3017 100th Street, Urbandale
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“soooo much good food! Try the Stacy's special or the pancakes!”
Mexican · $
2675 100th Street, Urbandale
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“Yanci was excellent ! Drinks were awesome and food was delicious and came so fast!”
Sandwich Shop · $
3070 100th Street, Urbandale
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“I don’t normally leave comments. The AI images (on the menu, on the website) has really been a huge turnoff when I try to recommend the place (unappetizing and sometimes cosmic horror-level depictions) to friends and family. The actual photos from goers does a billion times more legwork for convincing a visit.”
Irish Pub · $
4800 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale
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“Great food, great setup. Nothing bad on the menu”
Mexican · $
3855 121st Street, Urbandale
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“10/10! I loved the food they were very kind and had such good drinks with lots of options. The place was clean and beautiful. Will come again!😁”
Burrito · $
5340 Merle Hay Road, Johnston
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“The steak burrito and chicken burrito are excellent! The portion size was very filling at a great price!”
Sushi · $$
2301 Rocklyn Dr, Urbandale
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“One of my favorite places to get sushi! Amazing ramen too. I get take out here almost weekly. I’d recommended… -crab rangoons -garlic fried rice -spicy edamame Can’t go wrong with most of the menu! Great atmosphere inside too”
Cocktail Bar · $
3700 Dennis Drive, Urbandale
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“great place great service great food they treat you like family steak night is amazing definitely go”
American · $$
3651 86th Street, Urbandale
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“The Urban Grill has a relaxed atmosphere and excellent food! The chicken carbonara, chicken Piccadilly, cavatelli, and shrimp linguine are all family favorites! We enjoy the patio during nice weather.”
Coffee Shops · $
3797 86th Street, Urbandale
“Love my Waukee location! Can’t wait for Norwalk! I wish the West Des Moines location was a little more friendly.”
Mexican · $
8801 Hickman Road, Urbandale
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“Food was amazing. Great selection of platters combinations and even for kids and the elderly who don't eat much. The sauce is great as well. Staff has been fast efficient polite and food comes fast.”
Bar & Grill · $
12725 Meredith Drive, Urbandale
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“Great place to grab a beer and food with friends and coworkers.”
Coffee Shops · $
12001 Douglas Avenue Ste 600, Urbandale
“What a fantastic place to enjoy delicious coffee. Thank you… your shop brings us joy!”
Sports Bar · $$
3701 Northwest 86th Street, Urbandale
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“Love dining near the food was great! Great service server was Shannon and she was very attentive always came back and checked on us kept our drinks filled! Would definitely recommend this place food and service was great thanks Shannon”
Fast Food · $
4565 86th Street, Urbandale
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“I went to B Bops on my Bycycle to both get exercise and feed my fat face between 11:00-11:30pm on 4/18/21. They were super busy and as can happen in BUSY FAST FOOD SITUATIONS, mistakes do occur. They WILL occur. The question with B Bops or any other business is where do you go from there? Well in my case B Bops solved my Number 9 Burger and Fires problem with consummate professionalism not seen not seen since the Roman Siege of Alesia in 52 BC. Now some among you might say "Sean that is TOO PROFESSIONAL."🥴, to that I say how would you know? You weren't there man! 5/5 would def go again. B-Bops Invicta. McDonalds Delenda Est.”
Pizza · $
7611 Douglas Avenue Suite 28, Urbandale
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“Absolutely love it. Outstanding pizza. First time having your pizza. Will be having it every time I pass through the area. Thank you for turning out quality food.”
Pizza · $
7003 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
“Fresh ingredients. Family friendly cozy restaurant.”
Donuts · $
4820 100th Street, Urbandale
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“Customer service & donuts are 10/10 ⭐️”
Sports Bar · $$
2763 Northwest 86th Street, Urbandale
“Super friendly staff and great customer service. Fabulous prices. Welcoming environment. They serve basic bar food as well - I work nearby and it's a wonderful place to catch a game as they have all the good channels!”
Bar · $
6923 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
“Went tonight for steak night! Best steak I've ever had! TJ on the grill was the absolute BEST! He definitely knows what he's doing! Will definitely be back! Great food, great drinks and great atmosphere!”
Indian · $
3828 100th Street, Urbandale
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“Delicious chicken tikka masala! Very friendly staff! Would definitely recommend!”
Coffee Shops
10215 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
“A few weeks ago I came in and bought a sectional- which I absolutely love! Today I returned looking for a chair to match and maybe a kitchen table- as soon as I walked in, I saw the gal who helped me with my sectional and she immediately remembered me and asked how my specific sectional was working out! To me- that’s great customer service!”
Coffee Shops · $
4632 Northwest 86th Street, Urbandale
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“We always have a great experience at this location. Wonderful coffee and a great atmosphere.”
Sandwich Shop · $
3719 86th Street, Urbandale
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“Palmer’s in Urbandale has been our go-to for almost 30 years! Love their soups, sandwiches & salads. We regularly pick up cookies and bars to take to get togethers or a special treat to drop off to a friend. (The molasses cookies❤ IYKYK!)”
Tacos · $
3441 86th Street, Urbandale
“TNT Tacos N' Tortas is one of my go-to spots. My favorite is the al pastor tacos with habanero hot sauce. We also had them cater our neighborhood party, and everybody loved the food!”
Bar · $$
2400 86th Street Apt 7, Urbandale
“great people, great atmosphere, good music, all ages, so much fun.”
Coffee Shops · $
10155 Hickman Road, Urbandale
“Today was Teacher Appreciation day at Scooter's and just wanted to say that they were fast with my order, VERY pleasant and so kind. Thank you for the free drink ❤”
Bakery · $
7021 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
“The homemade Cinnamon Rolls and basically everything else are out of this world 🌍 It's totally worth spending a little extra for quality homemade food not to mention helping out a local store!”
Sushi Bar · $$
2677 86th Street, Urbandale
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“Taki has a great atmosphere and the food is fantastic! Try the pumpkin roll. You’ll thank me later.”
Health Food · $
11801 Hickman Road Ste 300, Urbandale
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“It was my first time in, and the staff was super friendly and helpful! Food was fresh and healthy!”
Bakery · $$
11245 Northwest Aurora Avenue, Urbandale
“Great stuff, all was well until I found your magnetic detection calibration stick in my food...apparently your line is not being correctly checked since it missed this.”
Fast Food · $
2919 100th Street, Urbandale
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“The young man behind the counter was polite, respectful. I wish I could remember his name! The food was hot, order was filled quickly. The dining area was the cleanest my husband and I have seen in a fast food restaurant in awhile. We visited on 6/12 @12-12:30pm.”
Mexican · $
4531 86th Street, Urbandale
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“Amazing food and margaritas as well as fun staff!”
Pizza · $
4641 Northwest 86th Street, Urbandale
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“We order from this location every Tuesday for going on a year now.. consistently fresh ingredients and perfectly crafted pizzas. Only 1 mishap the entire time and had excellent customer services. Everyone here is very welcoming and we always look forward to our pizza pizza Tuesday! The Detroit style with mini cup pepperoni was a fan fav. Always new options and combos to try, and awesome dessert!”
Mexican · $
4206 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale
“The kids really like it here; they have an option to get a slushie with the regular cup. They options are fresh and tasty. We like their queso and guacamole with chips too!”
Bakery · $
3000 Justin Dr D, Urbandale
“I dont give 5 stars for any company.This is far my favorite bread next Brownberry.I try to avoid not buy the company branded labels like Hyvee, Fareway or Great Value (Walmart brand). Just too bad I dont see this brand in Walmart.i know some Walmart Great Value bread is Country Hearth bread just the private labelHyvee sometimes is under Sara Lee.Just like tortilla- Mama Lupa's has there private label for HyveeSara Lee is just too expensive. Especially at Hyvee and Fair”
Tacos · $
10155 Hickman Road, Urbandale
“Tried them for the first time last night. The food was DELICIOUS! Told my wife this will be our Thursday date night spot 👍😊. The owner was great too - he talked with us while the food was prepared and the chef brought our food out hand delivered! These guys rock!”
Coffee Shops · $
14200 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale
“amazing chill atmosphere as well as staff. The food is great. I actually cried on my way home from the genuin kindness the cashier showed me on a hard day. 10/10 recommend. the iced coffee and Americono are my go to. My bf likes the espresso. WHO EVER WORKED TONIGHT THANK YOU!!!”
Coffee Shops · $
11148 Plum Drive, Urbandale
“This location is so amazing!! They make sure they get everything about your order correct and even write your name right! The staff is so friendly and nice and overall a satisfying 10/10”
Mexican · $
7420 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
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“We appreciate the people, all the food (Chili Relino), other guest, and the atmosphere. What's not to like?”
American · $
8660 Plum Drive, Urbandale
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“Fabulous!! Great service! Food was yummy, hot and fresh!”
Buffet · $
4954 86th Street, Urbandale
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“The staff is awesome. The food wasn’t that great. It was okay. Except for the chicken. The chicken is great. What I like most about this place is that it feels like traveling back in time to the 90s to go out to dinner with your family.”
Pizza · $
8561 Hickman Road, Urbandale
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“So far I’ve only had the sugar cookies and I’m in love. I guess that’s why they are called Love Drops 😍😂 Great customer service as well! 10/10 would recommend 👍🏼👍🏼”
Coffee Shops · $
8701 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
“Giving 5 stars all the way across the board. Reason being because of a very difficult customer who was verbally abusive to both workers that didn’t deserve it. I have been coming here for the past 5 years and Aubrey has always been the smiling face for me and my son who enjoys coming in for starbucks from time to time. I believe the second worker was Sydney (im so sorry if i spelled your name incorrectly) but she is new and very kind at the register. Now about this morning both workers were being yelled at and belittled and both of them decided not to feed into this guys behavior. They were both continuing to do their job and being respectful as they could given the circumstances, because no offense i would be upset too if someone was yelling at me about how much of a “horrible” worker i am and i want to speak to your manager, while they are literally managing 5 different customers at once. Starbucks/Hyvee please give these girls a pat on the back from me.”
Pizza · $
8056 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
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“Large catered pizza order arrived hot & fresh, a couple minutes early and was enjoyed by all! Thank you!”
American · $$
11865 Hickman Road, Urbandale
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“Had a business meeting here. Amazing atmosphere, extremely hospitable. Food was OUTSTANDING. Highly recommend; will come back with friends and family.”
Mexican · $
3265 100th Street, Urbandale
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“Something changed from a couple years ago, and it's a good change. The crew at this location is rock'n it. Polite, fast, food is good, and the place is the cleanest of all the locations I've visited. Nice!”
Chinese · $
3846 100th Street, Urbandale
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“excellent food! generous portions”
Fast Food · $
3924 Northwest Urbandale Drive, Urbandale
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“I just ate here. The employee who took my order was friendly, prompt and very sweet. My food came out quickly fresh and hot. The kitchen staff were working together well and I couldn't hear any fighting or inappropriate language. The restaurant was clean and well kept. Last week I went to McDonald's on nw urbandale dr and the experience was just the opposite. They need to take a lesson from this Taco John's on customer service and fresh food!”
Cafe · $
2839 Northwest 86th Street, Urbandale
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“had a great experience at this panera. Dawson really helped me out when they forgot my cookie. He even threw in an extra one for the long wait and the inconvenience. Amazing service”
Breakfast · $
6301 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
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“Very good service the are very nice people and kindly”
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $
4650 86th Street, Urbandale
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“My husband and I came all the way from south side of Des Moines just for their frozen yogurt!! So delicious and tastes better than other yogurt places I’ve been to! will be returning soon! Also the young man working was so kind and made us feel welcome!”
Fast Food · $
3815 100th Street, Urbandale
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“Why can't the owner of this Wendy's fix or replace the air conditioner? Been broke for a month. I feel sorry for the employees working in these conditions .”
Pizza · $
5000 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale
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“Great salad and chicken gizzards and Al was wonderful.”