50 Best American Restaurants near Des Moines

“We had low expectations because of some of these reviews - but all those people must have come here at the wrong time because we showed up at 3:00AM and the food was excellent. Great portion size, fresh vegetables, awesome hummus. My husband didn’t get what he ordered (a beef and lamb gyro) and got a lamb, rice, hummus pita plate instead but it was still really good. The curveball here is that we were stone cold sober.“

“AMAZING FOOD & SERVICE!! ANGIE ROCKS!!“

“Headed here for a last minute Seattle dawg, and stumbled into this place, honestly best place I’ve been too! Mariners on tv and chill atmosphere .. will be coming back! ❤️“

“great dinner!! disappointed there was no ice tea but polka dot strawberry lemonade was good. great service and the onion rings were to die for!!!“

“I had such a great experience at JOEY Southcenter due to our lovely server McKenna. She was patient although I am extremely indecisive and she helped me make some great choices!“

“Recommended by our shuttle driver who said we could easily share a meal. Very quick friendly service. Great food. Very large portions. Would highly recommend.“

“Excellent food and service“

“We eat at Little Chicken Burger at least once a week. The food and shakes are fabulous. The Angus beef burgers are flavorful and juicy. The people that run it are so nice! My family totally recommends this place!“

“Great black owned spot. everything was top tier“

“Delicious food, came out hot and fresh in 7 minutes. Didn't once think I needed ketchup/hot sauce on the taters; they were full of flavor. Super friendly and welcoming staff.“

“this is a very nice clean restraint the two young ladies that work there maria corona and Wendy Gallegos are always very nice always making me feel like my home and their food is excellent . this sis must place to take the dfamily nice location also“

“siempre atentos a los negocios hispanos en el área de burien wa.“

“Great food, service and vibe! Will definitely be back“

“las quesadillas con tortillas echas a mano estan muy buenas“

“stopped in after getting off the airplane bc my dog is named Huckleberry. DELICIOUS food, and so many Huckleberry desserts! Will definitely rewritten next time I'm in town!“

“Creative menu, always well prepared.“

“stopped by on a whim as I drove down west valley highway and I was very pleased with the service and food! ordered lumpia, crispy pork belly combo and a brown sugar boba and I was blown away! the crispy pork was beyond good! came with a Mac salad some diced veggies and a wonderfully flavored rice with green onion. the lumpia was freshly made and the boba complimented everything. 10/10 would recommend“

“Traveling and I always am nervous on selecting a restaurant. This place was good all around. The staff are very friendly, good sense of humor, very very clean. Fast service and good clean place and food seemed fresh. I would go back again if not traveling“

“A nondescript pub on the outside with outstanding food and service on the inside. I went for the seafood special of black cod, which came plated as though i was at a restaraunt with white linens. And the taste... MMmmm! Hadn't eaten all day, so followed that with fish and chips. The thinly breaded very generous fish portions were cooked perfectly. After stirring the coleslaw to get the sauce up from the bottom, the flavors meet the high bar the rest of the dishes had set. Great IPAs on tap and a very good porter, too. But the night i was there the rotating sour tasted more like a cider. Bonus: A seat at the bar may treat you to a view of the kitchen in action!“

“We eat here frequently and love everything about it.“

“Copperleaf was outstanding from start to finish! The dining room is elegant and inviting, with a warm ambiance that sets the perfect mood. The service was top-notch — attentive, friendly, and perfectly paced. The food was phenomenal — beautifully presented, full of fresh flavors, and crafted with real creativity. Every dish felt special, from appetizers to dessert. The cocktails were just as impressive, refreshing, and thoughtfully made. Copperleaf is the kind of place that makes a meal feel like an occasion. Highly recommend for anyone looking for exceptional food, service, and atmosphere.“

“Want a great brunch with a neighborhood feel? Maggies have it all- we love our weekend brunches there! The food is great and the owner, Ramen takes the time to visit with all the customers and make you feel special!“

“Came in for dinner and food and service were GREAT! Staff were very hospitable and friendly especially Tanisha! Can't wait to come back! Thanks Black Bear!“

“Pretty solid spot. Kind of reminds me of a diner. Milkshakes are amazing + theyre sweet potato fries!

Prices aren't too bad, and they usually fulfill orders pretty quickly if submitted online. Definitely a place i will continue to go.

Not exactly a place you would dine in as its pretty small & warm inside.“

“We were at Red Robin today for lunch with 2 birthday's in our party and we had an amazing experience. We were very happy with our waiter Zachary. He was very accommodating even if things were running a little slow. Thank you for a fantastic lunch experience Red Robin 😊 very satisfied“

“When I clean clients houses in that area I always stop here for lunch sandwiches are delicious and people are so nice!“

“My fiance and I were recommended to go here for the great food. We ended up ordering the clam chowder which was great. The crab and artichoke dip was okay but for the entree we told them we'd split the prime rib and they were so nice they split it for us in the back. So it looked like we both had a full dinner when they served us. It was incredible. We both had our own vegetables and mashed potatoes and au jus and horseradish.“

“If you’re looking a great food, service and ambience check this place out. The food is so yummy and you can’t go wrong with all the choices. Such a welcoming place to hang out or grab and go before hitting West Seattle park or riding the ferry.“

“As someone else pointed out, the outside looks kinda sketch. But don’t let that fool you. Their double bacon is amazing. The burger is perfectly char broiled. I ordered the mozz sticks and had a greateat cheese pull.

My wife is raving about the crinkle cut fries, which are crispy on the outside, but fluffy on the inside, she also did her happy dance when she took the first bite of her burger.

The crispy chicken sandwich was fire. One of the best chicken Sammie’s I’ve had.

The staff are super friendly and the food comes out fast and hot. Don’t sleep on this place or you’ll regret it“

“I LOVE the Chia Oat Berry Cup! I was bummed that they were out of it on my latest trip to Seattle. :( It’s the only thing I ever feel like eating at Sea-Tac. Wish I could buy them elsewhere too! :) My homemade one didn’t taste as good as Dish D’Lish’s. 😄“

“Had the Chicago & NY dogs, both very tasty with perfectly balanced condiments. Every bit as good as the “dirty water” dogs on the east coast.“

“On the water. Fantastic food“

“Nice hotel restaurant. Plenty of different level seating. Food was fresh and service was very good. Prices were fair for the area. The fish fry was hot and tasty. The burger and fries was good. Plenty of special drinks and food choices from salads to steaks.“

“This is the loveliest little place that despite its delicious menu and incredible cocktails still feels kind of unknown. Even friends that have lived in WSea for years haven’t heard of its existence. Even though I’d like to keep it that way, I’d much rather have it succeed and never go away.

Also, got to meet one of the owners tonight, super nice guy with very kind friends. The bathroom even has VIP club-style amenities like toothpicks, mints and lotion. We ❤️ Locöl.“

“Don't let the fact that this restaurant is in a hotel detour you... it's amazing. Food is delicious, service is stellar, and the price is right. I went for breakfast and dinner in one week. The stuffed French toast was some of the best I've had in Seattle, and for dinner I had the burger with Dejion and caramelized onions. super tasty. Just wish I had room for dessert. Maybe next time. They had the football games on at the bar, so I had cocktails to end the night and almost rented a room just to stay longer but had to work in the AM. Top notch!!“

“Live music, good food, funky atmosphere, great staff, cocktails, and walking distance. What’s not to love. Check this place out.“

“This is the best new spot in town. Highly recommend. Their dishes are served as you asked, hot, fresh, and incredibly unique. Their reception is out of this world. I will definitely come back for an amazing time. No doubt. Try this new spot out and you will never regret the experience.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars!

Shoutout to Jack—our super fantastic server! Since it was a busy Saturday- he was all over the place servin a bunch of tables but still made us feel genuinely taken care of from start to finish. Big thanks to JC and the restaurant manager for delivering our food in record time—everything was hot and perfect! 🔥

I had the Quesadilla Salad and it was absolutely fire! We couldn’t resist the half-off apps, so you know we inhaled those wonton tacos. The rack of ribs? Slammin’ good! 😋

Jack also hit it out of the park with the dessert reco—that Lava Cake with ice cream was the perfect sweet ending to our night. And let’s not forget… he kept my lemons coming for my water on the rocks all night long! 😂 💧Also, he was super attentive to my 7-year old daughter for every request she made! She was lovin' her bottomless Strawberry Lemonade!

Truly 5-star service across the board. We’ll definitely be back. 🙌“

“Great old fashioned style cooking! Super friendly staff . Busy location but friendly staff and good food is worth the time. Sit back and enjoy the experience!! ❤️“

“At 3.9 you guys are crazy this is best in Town fresh and affordable great flavor. The portions are plentiful. Can't miss best part is they are open 24 hrs to get your fix no matter what time of day
The 5 rolled tacos Supreme or the Carne Asada fries. Only place in Town where you can get Pezole abd Menudo any day of the week. Come get some! Trust me you may have to wait a little because its made fresh but worth the wait!“

“Great people, and great food!“

“I performed here a few weeks ago and I had a great time!! The room is super cozy, the staff is super friendly, and the bulgogi cheesesteak is delicious! I definitely recommend The Brick 😎“

“Our server was absolutely one of the hardest workers. He served ALL of the full tables in the bar area. The bartender served just the few people at the bar-yet our server went behind the bar and got his own drinks for the tables. The difference in the amount of work these two men were doing was unreal. Kudos to our hard working guy!!!! Sept 22, 2025.“

“I’m from Dallas, TX and have had a hard time finding true southern BBQ in this entire state! Except Pete’s! Now, I’ve had great smoked brisket and other great smoked culinary experiences, but this one is the most Southern. What I mean is that the coleslaw is excellent with a medium shred, not too large or chopped too small, and an even amount of dressing. The sweet cornbread muffins with honey-butter straight from cast-iron are amazing. The pickle slices are even a culinary delight, sitting next to raw onions and a plethora of BBQ sauces to choose from. Oh, and free ice-cream cones if you even have room left to fill (we did not, lol). I could go on about the sweet tea, baked beans, slow-smoked ribs, shredded smoked pork, sausage, chicken, and desserts but…Just bring your appetite and try it for y’all’s selves! ;)“

“Met a dear friend here as a in between place to have brunch and catch up and it did not disappoint! Food was super good, service was really friendly and we were seated right away. Quality of the food was grained and prices were reasonable. It is a smaller establishment so there's not a whole lot of seatinh but it is certainly worthwhile going for and have some great conversation.“

“I don't know. I feel like Applebee's gets a bad rap. But, especially with this location, I've never been let down. The food is good, always made well, and the consistency of quality is top notch. Also, with food prices soaring, Applebee's is somehow cheaper than fast food now. I really like Applebee's.

We always sit at the bar, and nearly always have the same bartender. She is amazing!“

“Jessica was a literal angel - we went in 9 minutes before close (yikes!) and she refused to except any of our apologies. Our food was out in literal minutes and we escaped ASAP so they could close. Service was amazing and the kitchen was bomb af. Definitely order the wonton tacos. 10/10“

“Pleasant and friendly greeters, accommodating servers, overall interior cleanliness, and tasty and well prepared and thoughtfully presented meals.“

“Jimmy Mac's Roadhouse. My wife and I went there for lunch, and I’ll tell you what, that was the best meal I have had in a long time at a restaurant. Definitely going back again. I would invite and encourage everyone to go and visit. The Hospitality was great, good vibes. I recommend you go there. #JimmyMacsRoadhouse“

“Don’t think twice about dining at Young’s! Food incredible and comforting. The service is wonderful and quick. Ample street parking. Enjoy some classic breakfast favorites and come in to meet your new favorite fried rice - there are no wrong answers on this menu! Check out this White Center staple.“