20 Best Bars in West Des Moines

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!!!“

4.5 Superb278 Reviews
Sully's Irish Pub Bar • $
860 1st St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Homemade Cheese Curds and Chicken Strips 5x
Irish Hot Chicken Wings and Fries
Bubba Burger and Homemade Chips
Bubba Burger and Side Salad
Irish Nachos with Chicken
Buffalo Wings and Fries
Irish Nachos with Beef
Buffalo Chicken Wings
Cheese Burger w Chips
Fried Chips and Dips

“Awesome pub, really cozy feeling, great decor and mood. Great beer selection as well! Along with some of the best fries I think I have ever had. The Paddy Melt was delicious.
Will be back for sure! Gotta try some of their other burgers since the melt left such a good impression.
Don't sleep on this place like I did, drove past countless times and I am very glad I decided to drop by for lunch!“

4.5 Superb73 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!“

4.4 Superb110 Reviews
Ladder 13 Bar • $
1316 Grand Ave, West Des Moines

“Love this place and good vibes!“

5 Superb6 Reviews
Charlie's​ Filling Station Bar • $
305 Grand Ave, West Des Moines

“This is a fun little bar if you're headed to a concert at Val Air. It's full of regulars But we didn't feel judged as outsiders as we walked in. It's an old building with a dive bar feel But there are certain things that make it feel like someone really cares. For example the drinks like screwdrivers and greyhounds are made with fresh squeezed juice, the bartender rotates the glasses, and everyone has greeted as they walk in the door. The only downside is that it's a cash only bar and the ATM was down so we had to leave.“

4.4 Superb11 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!“

4.4 Superb10 Reviews
Bradley's Inc Bar • $$
1300 50th St Suite 203, West Des Moines

“I stumbled upon this bar on my trip across country recently. I stopped mainly because I run a fantasy football league, with GOAT as the main theme.Got there just in time to catch the end of a football game had some great food and really rich bar staff.“

4.3 Superb13 Reviews
Cattoors On Grand Bar • $
1306 Grand Ave, West Des Moines

“Friendly regulars and excellent service, can’t go wrong there! The karaoke library is a bit more thin than the average karaoke bar in town, but they have a lot of classics and run it very well. Needed a new home after leaving Finn’s and it’s safe to say I feel great here!“

4 Good20 Reviews
The Irish Bar • $
560 S Prairie View Dr, West Des Moines

“Sat at the bar around 9:30pm on a Saturday. IDs were checked at the door which made ordering drinks a lot quicker. They specialize in various flavors of Moscow Mules. Beer selection was also quite extensive. The bartenders were extremely efficient, especially Trevor. I told him what I was looking for and he created a cocktail based off of that. The DJ started right before we left. Wish we had the energy to stay for that. Overall, great place with great ambience.“

3.9 Good16 Reviews
Tonic Bar Bar • $$
5535 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines

“WE LOVE TONIC WEST!!!! the girls and I always have a great time when we go!! The music is great, drinks are great, servers are great, overall an amazing atmosphere that is always fun. Shoutout to the amazing MEREDITH we love her and she's one of the best servers they have!!!!🙌🏼🙌🏼❤️“

3.5 Good10 Reviews
Vista Pub Bar • $$
7205 Vista Dr, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Busch Light Tall Boy
Chicken Tenders

“Would have loved to give a 5 start review but I can’t. First it’s a fantastic bar, super friendly staff, great atmosphere and has a patio. However the two things that I personally didn’t like was an automatic $1.50 charge to any tabs paying with a card. Last thing I didn’t like was when I walked inside it immediately smelled like vomit. The restaurant was super clean and didn’t give off a vibe that they don’t regularly clean. Maybe it was something in the carpet or perhaps another patron. I would visit again.“

3.8 Good27 Reviews
El Toreado Restaurant Bar & Grill . EP True Mexican • $
3751 EP True Pkwy, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Carne an Chicken Fajitas
Quesadilla Rice and Beans
Burrito Bowl with Chicken
Grilled Shrimp Ceviche
A La Cucaracha Shrimp
El Pastor Taco Plate
Quesadilla Fajitas
Caldo De Mariscos
Molcajete Marinero
Garden Quesadilla

“Terrific food, very friendly, fun atmosphere“

4.5 Superb98 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
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
E Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs
Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders
Bang Bang Chicken Tacos
Hot Chicken Sundae
Chicken and Waffles
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 Superb188 Reviews
Shotgun Betty's Bar • $
5535 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite 100, West Des Moines

“We were stuck in Des Moines for the weekend and looking for something to do! So we had dinner down the parking lot from Shotgun Betty’s. Then we met a couple who were heading there. Well, we followed along. And had one of the best nights we’ve had in a long time. The people were great, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was better than I would have expected. Truck driver from Texas so I know country bars. We had a blast and will be back if and when in the area. Also, my wife lost a bracelet so I reached out to see if it was found. They looked for it, found it and even shipped it Home. Thank y’all so much for showing me there are good people all over the country.“

3.3 Good45 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!“

4.3 Superb243 Reviews
The Pelican Post Bar & Grille Bar & Grill • $
265 50th St, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Grouper Sandwich with Fries
Pelican Post Chili Dog
Smoke on the Water
Cauliflower Wings
Chicken Sandwich
Gallon of Nachos
Chicken Fingers
Chicken Wings
Club Sandwich

“We love this place! The patio is huge and always has a fun vibe! Food and drinks are great with a fair price! It's one of our "go to" places!“

4.2 Good151 Reviews
OPA! Italian & Greek Greek • $
2800 University Ave Suite 450, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Lamb Gyro with Feta Cheese
Shrimp & Scallops Yianni
Chicken Parmigiana
Mediterranean Trio
Raspberry Tiramisu
Greek Side Salad
Chicken Souvlaki
Veal Parmigiana
Chicken Piccata
Chicken Marsala

“Wife and I absolutely love this place. Amazing food and atmosphere“

4.2 Good166 Reviews
Hy-Vee Market Grille Bar & Grill • $$
1700 Valley W Dr, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Cream Cheese Roll
Bacon Blue Burger

“The floral shop!! So impressed today on how they have it set-up and decorated for Valentines Day. Someone is real creative and they show so many good ideas for Valentine’s. Talked with Lory, so sweet and very helpful even as busy as she was.“

3.8 Good12 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

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