Tavern Pizza & Pasta Grill
$ • Pizza, Burgers, Italian
Hours:
1755 50th St, West Des Moines
(515) 223-6700
About Tavern Pizza & Pasta Grill
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Tavern Pizza & Pasta Grill Reviews
Been going to the Tavern for 30+ years. Tonite was worst experience. Ordered large and came to pick it up and it was a small/ feeding 5 people. They acted like it was my fault. The manager / a kid/ Said they were busy but they would have to void the original transaction and I would have to wait another 25 mins for my pizza. No apology, no moving my order up / just have to stand here why they make my order. It’s really too bad as I loved their pizza and now that experience...read full review
Went to eat here tonight and was complete thrown when he asked if a table was ok and we asked for a booth and was told the next table in rotation is a table and a booth isn’t available. We said what. The young male hostess said skipping to a booth in the rotation is against policy. The guy and gal behind the bar hollared over and said it is ok. The young guy said are you sure it’s ok. It’s against policy.
Seriously we only asked for a booth. So the hostess says “fine...read full review
The Tavern’s pizza has been my favorite for years, however I hadn’t eaten there for several months. Today, I was served an impossibly thin crust pizza that could not support the sausage and onions topping. The sauce was undercooked and made the crust soggy. There was little seasoning and the sausage was bland. It was barely edible. I won’t even go into the stuffing coming out of the two-inch slit in the upholstery on the booth seat. If the food had been as good as it used...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Tavern Pizza & Pasta Grill offers delectable pizza, homemade onion rings, and a wide selection of beers. The grinder pizza is a highlight, and the staff is praised for their exceptional service, even during busy times. The restaurant is a local favorite, known for its cozy atmosphere that keeps customers returning, some since childhood. While the service can be inconsistent during peak hours, the food is generally great, appealing to all ages. Parking can be a challenge, but the quality of the cuisine and the welcoming environment make Tavern Pizza & Pasta Grill a popular destination for families and pizza lovers alike. Customers appreciate the awesome service and the fantastic grinder pizza, although some have noted that food can take time to arrive and that onion rings have varied in quality. Despite occasional issues, many plan to return for the enjoyable dining experience.