30 Best American Restaurants in West Des Moines

Cooper's on 5th American • $$
227 5th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Crab Artichoke & Spinach Dip
Grown Up Grilled Cheese
Port Braised Sbort Ribs
Creamy Garlic Parmesan
Strawberry Shortcake
Pulled Pork Nacho
Eggroll Du Jour
Chicken Deburgo
BBQ Pulled Pork
Cajun Meatloaf

“A go-to cozy neighborhood staple that never disappoints. Amazing specialty cocktails, great juicy burgers and best salmon in town.“

4.7 Superb108 Reviews
Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster American • $$$
9500 University Ave Suite 1118, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Beer Cheese and Smoked Sausage Soup
Chicken Fried Oyster Mushrooms
Fried Bologna Sandwich
Bowl Beer Cheese Soup
Charbroiled Oysters
Caesar Side Salad
Guesthouse Steak
Beef Stroganoff
Trout Almandine
Braised Carrots

“Great food and loved the cozy Northwoods atmosphere! I had Fish and Chips, the batter was not thick or greasy. Husband and son had something from the brunch menu and both cleaned their plates. I really recommend it.“

4.5 Superb144 Reviews
Urban Cellar - Wine Bar, Grille, And Market American • $$
640 S 50th St Suite #2110, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Cellar Grilled Salmon Salad
Peppercorn Steak Deburgo
Jalapeno Chicken Pasta
Grilled Steak Sandwich
The Urban Carbonara
Burger with Fries
Tomahawk Pork Chop
Margherita Pizza
Salmon Sandwich
Cellar Burger

“My second time here - great ambiance, service, good, & drinks. I’ve purchased items at the connected market each time. Very handy.“

4.5 Superb77 Reviews
Mitzi's American • $
206 5th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast at Mitzi’S w Gravy
Chicken Sandwich
Hooked on a Feta
Talking Hash
Cheese Balls
Iggy Pops
Fries
CBGB

“I tried Mitzi’s for the first time today, WOW! I can’t believe I’ve never heard of this place til recently! I had the tenderloin and fries and it was absolutely the best I’ve ever had, fries included!! The service was great and very friendly! I’ll be having lunch there again, next time the sausage sandwich!!“

4.7 Superb47 Reviews
Fire Creek American • $$
800 S 50th St STE 110, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Lava Cake with Ice Cream and Whipped Cream
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Cajun Grilled Ribeye Steak
Asian Chicken Salad
Whiskey Honey Chop
Fire Creek Lasagna
Rotisserie Chicken
Prime Rib Dinner
Fried Mozzarella
Chicken Marsala

“Every year our worship team (12-14 ppl) has their Christmas appreciation dinner here. Phenomenal food and great service every single time! So many great entrees and we’ve tried many items on the menu. We are well taken care of, excellent food and price. Meg and the staff are wonderful!“

4.4 Superb82 Reviews
Gilroy's Kitchen + Pub + Patio American • $$
1238 8th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza
Honey Bacon Alfredo Pizza
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Side Parmesan Fries
Crispy Red Potatoes
Sweet Potato Fries
Breakfast Pizza
Jambalaya Pasta
Bread Pudding

“We had pizza at Gilroys tonight! It is the best thin crust pizza around! The margarita is my go to and my husband gets the sausage and pepperoni! Besides awesome food, the staff goes above and beyond!! Erica was our gal tonight She is a very attentive, Awesome server! Thank you Erica!! Keep up the Great Work!!“

4.3 Superb113 Reviews
Smash Park Des Moines Bar • $$
6625 Coachlight Dr, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Nachos
Caribbean Shrimp Power Bowl
A Sheet Ton of Nachos
Bacon and Blue Burger
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Cheese Curd Burger
French Toast Melt
Sheet Ton Nachos
Brussels Sprouts
Grilled Cheese

“My family and I recently stopped at Smash Park in Des Moines on a whim for some family fun and food. The atmosphere was laid back and our kids thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor pickle ball courts and the arcade. Food, dessert and drinks were all crowd pleasers! And to go completely over the top, we left our blanket outside and Jerry answered my phone call, went outside to retrieve it from the bench where I left it, and mailed it back to me free of charge. In a world where kindness and customer support are harder and harder to come by, Jerry and Smash Park get a 10/10 from this family!!!“

4.7 Superb242 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
1101 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Salted Caramel Concrete Mixer
Double Cheeseburger
Crinkle Cut Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Frozen Custard
Fish and Chips
Fish Sandwich
Cheese Curds
Patty Melt
Hamburger

“fast food. great service.“

4.2 Good84 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
1820 22nd St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

North Atlantic Fish Sandwich and Cheese Curds
Bacon Deluxe Cheeseburger Basket
Deluxe Double Cheeseburger
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Pint of Frozen Custard
Atlantic Sandwich
Sweet Potato Fries
Walleye Sandwich
Crinkle Cut Fries
Chicken Tenders

“I really enjoy the Sourdough Melt. not a lot of options out there for sourdough or melts so I swing by and make it a double 🫠“

4.1 Good92 Reviews
Fly Nutrition Herbalife Health Food • $
720 S 68th St Ste 100, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Cinnamon Roll Latte
Immunity Tea

“Stopped in today after grabbing groceries! And got a tea, very delicious. The place is so cute & the worker is such a sweet heart! 10/10!“

4.2 Good10 Reviews
Perkins American Food Co. American • $
1224 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Scrambled Egg Hash Browns & Toast
Buttermilk Pancake Short Stack
Country Fried Steak & Eggs
Peanut Butter Silk Pie
The Everything Omelet
Chicken Strips Dinner
Classic Eggs Benedict
Fresh Strawberry Pie
The Breakfast Burger
Perky Bear Pancakes

“Great food, friendly staff, attentive and helpful“

3.9 Good129 Reviews
Blue Shark Ale House Bar • $
165 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Panko Crusted Cheese Curds 1199 Nachos Grande
Traditional or Boneless Wings
Beer Battered Chicken Tenders
All You Can Eat Wings
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Breaded Cauliflower
Loaded Waffle Fries
Southwest Eggrolls
Blue Shark Chopped
Fried Cheese Logs

“Great food and Great atmosphere!“

4.6 Superb103 Reviews
The Chicken Chicken Shop • $
4221 SE Orilla Rd A, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Broasted Chicken Mashed Potatoes and Gravy Mac Cheese
Nashville Hot Boneless Fried Chicken
Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders
E Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs
Bang Bang Chicken Tacos
Chicken and Waffles
Hot Chicken Sundae
Iowa Hot Chicken
Chicken & Waffles
Mac and Cheese

“We had dinner there tonight and I also had one of the Iowa mules. I don’t think I can recommend this place enough! Most places either make the drinks too strong but they taste gross or not strong enough and you don’t get your moneys worth, but this was probably the best mule I’ve ever had. Also the food was delicious and on a Saturday night we had no wait!“

4.4 Superb189 Reviews
Bix & Co. Sports Bar • $
111 5th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Custom Made Pizza with Veggies and Meatballs
Italian Beef Sandwich and Fries
Tenderloin Sandwich & Fries
French Dip Sandwich Wet
Wings with House Sauce
Cheeseburger & Fries
Green Pepper Rings
Onion Ring Basket
Turkey Bacon Melt
Chicken Sandwich

“Had a pickup order, had the Nashville hot chicken sandwich, food was ready very fast and was one of the best chicken sandwiches I’ve ever had. One small gripe is I wish it had a little more of the hot oil.“

4.4 Superb133 Reviews
Barn Town Brewing Brewpubs • $
9500 SE University Ave Suite 1110, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Crab Rangoon Chicken Sandwich
Neon Hazy IPA L E D Light
Wisconsin Cheese Curds
Burger of the Month
Bavarian Pretzels
Rangoon Flatbread
B a Muddy Water
Onion Haystack
Poutine Burger

“Loved the fun atmosphere. waitstaff excellent. Best sandwiches ever. Iowa Gold Beer awesome.“

4.4 Superb133 Reviews
Valley Pub Pizza • $
3781 EP True Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
Cycle Around This Burger
Breaded Pork Tenderloin
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Hot Sausage Sandwich
Valley Meatza Pizza
Garlic Cheese Bread
Bacon Queen Burger
Valley Pub Fries
Everything Pizza

“Don’t judge a book by its cover! Despite its small size, Valley Pub has surprisingly elevated food. Thanks to Alyssa, who has a knack for creating unexpected recipes that you want to recreate at home, this place brings all the charm of your favorite neighborhood bar and combines it with service you’d receive from your favorite Aunt. There are few places that come to mind when I’m looking for a fun night out with the familiarity of home… and Valley Pub is at the top of the list!“

4.6 Superb54 Reviews
Maxie's Supper Club Family • $
1311 Grand Ave, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Mini Maxi Burger with Rarebit Sauce
Appetizer Platter and Dinner Salad
Dinner Salad with House Dressing
Maxie Burgers Mini Burger
Hot Roast Beef Sandwich
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Maxie Steak Special
French Fried Shrimp
French Dip Sandwich
Stuffed Mushrooms

“Great burgers and service! 5 stars!“

4.4 Superb82 Reviews
Bar Louie - Jordan Creek Town Center Gastropubs • $
7105 Mills Civic Parkway, Jordan Creek Pkwy Town Center, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Charred Lemon Caesar Salad
Buffalo Chicken Flatbread
Grand Lemon Drop Martini
Flash Fried Calamari
Hot Honey Chicken
Cheese Steak Dip
Buffalo Chicken
Salmon Sliders
Chicken Nachos
Chicken Parm

“Yesterday I had lunch at Bar Louie and couldn't have better things to say! The food was amazing & the drinks were too! Chelsey made my whole day! She's such an awesome bartender with a personality to match. She is sunshine!“

4.2 Good252 Reviews
Village Inn Breakfast • $
2300 University Ave, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Smothered Breakfast Burrito
Chicken-Fried Steak Skillet
Biscuits & Gravy with Eggs
Egg Bacon & Sausage Skillet
Chicken-Fried Steak & Eggs
Chicken Fried Steak Bowl
Buttermilk Pancake Combo
Strawberry Crêpes Combo
All American Cheeseburger
California Skillet

“Service was fast and friendly. Restaurant was clean and food was great. Perfect place to meet for Thanksgiving.“

4.4 Superb68 Reviews
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers Fast Food • $
5901 Mills Civic Pkwy Unit 7000, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fingers and Fries
Freshly Squeezed Lemonade
The 3 Finger Combo
Crinkle-Cut Fries
The Sandwich Combo
Chicken Tenders
Fried Chicken
Caniac Combo
French Fries
Cane Sauce

“Always good! Super busy today, inside and out, but the food came out fast. Tables were all clean. Yummy.“

4.2 Good161 Reviews
Texas Roadhouse Steak House • $$
6378 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Oz Sirloin & Grilled Shrimp Combo with 2 Sides
Prime Rib Medium with Baked Potato
Grilled BBQ Chicken & Sirloin 6oz
NY Strip Steak Baked Potato
Portobello Mushroom Chicken
Rolls with Cinnamon Butter
All-American Cheeseburger
Horrible Piece of Steak
Lil' Dillo Steak Bites
Loaded Mashed Potatoes

“Our first time at Texas Roadhouse on Mills Civic Parkway.Our children had recommended it to us.Busy at 2pm Sat afternoon.Small wait.First thing I observed was the atmosphere.Very light-hearted and the employees actually seemed to really enjoy their workplace and the vast amount of patrons coming into eat. We were seated and almost immediately our server Maddi was there for our drink/ appetizer orders. There was some Birthday singing being done for various customer's special days.Food was served as soon as salads were done.Very nice salad almost like a mini main course salad.We had steak and barbecue chicken with steak fries and fresh vegetables.The dinner was excellent everything was fresh That was supposed to be fresh and the steaks were excellent done just right!!Everyone thanked us and wished us a good evening.I would recommend this Texas Roadhouse to anyone wishing to have a very good delicious reasonably priced meal.“

4.1 Good288 Reviews
BeerStyles Taproom & Gastropub Gastropubs • $
5513 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Bread
Kung Pow Brussel Sprouts
100 Craft Beers on Tap
Chicken Pita Sandwich
Bavarian Pretzels
Flatbread Pizza
Styles Burger
Veggie Burger
Fish & Chips

“The food was simply phenomenal. We went into the place thinking it would be mid, but we got the juiciest yet crispest Salmon Sandwich and the most flavorful Caesar Salad with chicken and our eyes were opened. My dad ordered a veggie pizza saying “the flavors exploded” on his tongue. We ordered two burgers and two cookie desserts that were also just as fire. We went here for a convenience but left with a completely altered outlook on this magnificent place. Oh and the music matched the vibe in the most synchronized and propelling way“

4.2 Good50 Reviews
SALT of the Hearth Bar • $
5513 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Stone-Baked Italian Bread Parma Ham
Portobello Fries
Styles Burger
Tater Tots
New Pizza
Reuben

“Highly recommend! Very glad that we stopped here on our way through Iowa. Had a bunch of different appetizers (portobello fries, roasted Brussels sprouts, pretzels with beer cheese, pub salad) and beignets for dessert, all of which were delicious. They have a huge variety of beers, as well as some really tasty cocktails, and we enjoyed creating our own flights. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the bartender in particular was very knowledgeable about all the different breweries, styles and particular beers. The space was clean and comfortable. It would be the perfect place to host a party. Wish we had this place in our city!“

4.2 Good9 Reviews
JC Craft & Co Wine Bar • $
1250 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings

“This is a really nice spot for really good food and drinks! They have a nice selection of scotch and the food selection was good. Service was a little slow but it felt busier than normal (maybe). Definitely give them a shot if staying at the Marriott!!“

4 Good8 Reviews
Hy-Vee Market Grille Bar & Grill • $$
1990 Grand Avenue Stop 2, West Des Moines

“Ate breakfast here when visiting family. The service was great. The food was delicious. Our whole experience was perfect. I had my work mask with me and they asked me if I worked for Hy-Vee and I do, so I did get my discount that. Thanks. Will eat there again.“

4 Good2 Reviews
The Chicken Coop Bar & Grill • $
5906 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Graziano Sausage and Peppers
Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Garlic Jalapeño Wings
Cheeseburger and Fries
Philly Steak Sandwich
Garlic Parmesan Wings
Prime Rib French Dip
Totally Jack Burger
Buck Nasty Wings

“Great service and the band was really good!“

3.9 Good58 Reviews
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $
1720 22nd St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Baked Beans Burnt Ends Sour Crout Cornbread
Sweetwater Catfish Fingers Appetizer
Chicken Sandwich and 3 Meat Dinner
Chicken Pork and Catfish Fingers
Korean Sweet Heat Baby Back Ribs
Southside Rib Tips Appetizer
Baby Back Ribs Memphis Style
Hickory Chicken Sandwich
All-American BBQ Feast
BBQ Pulled Pork 1 lb

“Food was good and hot when it arrived. Server was pleasant and efficient.“

3.9 Good99 Reviews
Hy-Vee Market Grille Bar & Grill • $$
555 S 51st St, West Des Moines

“Really good service here. One of the better HyVees in the area. People are friendly too unlike the folks at the wall to wall. Maybe I’ll hold off before heading to Fareway.“

3.8 Good10 Reviews
1908 Draught House Sports Bar • $
196 50th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

French Dip Burger and Onion Rings
Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap
French Dip Sandwich
Southwest Egg Rolls
Buffalo Wings
Corn Nuggets

“I love this place, I use to work at the waukee location when they were open. And I'll always say it worth it to stop out and watch a game no matter what season it is! even though baseball season is when it's popping the most!“

3.8 Good41 Reviews
The Hall DSM Beer Gardens • $
111 S 11th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Pretzel with Beer Cheese
Wurst Platter
Giant Pretzel
Curry Wurst

“I wanted more food options, truth be told it was not what I expected I guess I was thinking more food court like and someone had told me food truck options but that was not the case which was NOT a problem at all.my husband and I both had brawtwurst and shares truffle fries, a drink and a bar beverage and is was $56. They were out of a few options on the menu, mainly seafood options, which I wanted shrimp.you order from the QR code on the tables or the kiosk when you enter.Nick which we believe was the manager was nice, approachable and appeared to be "not too good to work" he would grab something if we randomly asked as they were not busy for a Tuesday afternoon right after at.patricks day.Bathrooms were clean.Free refills on non alcoholic drinks.It would be a hug place to have a party.The distillery is separate from the food hall, I wasn't aware until I asked, I thought the distillary was were the drinks came from they are apparently two separate businesses.“

3.7 Good46 Reviews