28 Best Cocktail Bars near Des Moines

“I first heard about Kanishka's Des Moines location through a friend who saw somebody raving about it in a Seattle foodies group here on FB. My friend and I went to check it out and, well, it's my new favorite restaurant. I've been here 3 times and Door Dashed it once in the past month. The food every time has been absolutely fantastic, and the portion size are quite generous. The appetizers are almost entree-sized; the first time I went there with a friend, we filled up on appetizers and had to get our entrees to go. Dish recommendations: Chicken 65 and Fish Pakoras for appetizers; Mixed Grill, Lamb Vindaloo, and Paneer Korma entrees. Also, listen to your host as it seems like they're always trying out new dishes that haven't made it onto the menu yet.“

“Cool vibe, friendly servers & tasty food!“

“This place is such a vibe. Good food, fun drinks, and the service is always on point and friendly.“

“Everything I’ve had here is so good! Feature items are always thoughtful and delicious. A regular menu go to is the twice baked potato, which is always so good. This weekend she featured a crab roll, which is one of the best I’ve ever had service is friendly and personal, and the environment is very cozy and welcoming.“

“Excellent food and service“

“Excellent service from Elizabeth! She was so friendly and attentive! I ordered brisket with mac & cheese and potato salad and my friend ordered the bacon & blues burger with a brisket add on and talk about mouth watering! We also ordered the fried pickle jar and highly recommend that appetizer! We saved our leftovers for the next day and it went just as hard! Amazing hospitality from this establishment and the vibe was so country it felt like we were back home in Texas! Don’t skip out on the banana pudding and a big thank you to management and the cooks who help keep the place running smooth!“

“very tasty selection, can't go wrong with whatever you choose“

“Highly recommend! The buffalo chicken salad was the best salad I’ve had in a long time.“

“This place is so cool. Its wrestling themed and right across from tomb of treasure. Great staff and the hot dogs are good 2.
The arcade is even wrestling themed with great pinball machines.
The tables have really cool wrestling photos.“

“We Love Ruby Brink! Burger night—say no more…! The beef dip sandwich on the lunch menu is another favorite. We love eating here for so many reasons though. This isn’t a “high staff turnover” type restaurant where you’ll be greeted by stressed out workers plastered with fake smiles fighting over tables like you might be used you. This is a grown-up establishment with grown-up food and grown-up and experienced, competent and empowered staff and I appreciate how this dynamic expressed itself in terms of guest experience. When I say that the food is grown-up I mean that it is carefully selected and prepared from scratch and this means it does not taste like what other restaurants are doing, which often is buying bags of frozen soup and sauces from the chef supply store to keep costs down and to keep everything tasting exactly the same, every time. You will taste different things here and that might surprise you. Ready yourself for that and enjoy!“

“Happy hour selection and prices are good. Going back for a boil!“

“First visit to Jude's. I love it when you meet long-time staff who know the history of a place - Jada was our bartender - hope I spelled it correctly! She knew her cocktails too! If you read up on the background of this place, wanting to be your neighborhood joint, great food and drinks and ambience, then I think they are there. We had the mushroom etouffee with Cajun prawns, fried chicken sandwich, apple salad, and the beignets! I'm sure it is a personal preference, but I thought the beignets were better than at Toulouse Petit. Can't wait to try brunch!!“

“One of my favorite spots in Kent. the staff is awesome. Their food is delicious and the environment is really chill and kick back. I totally recommend everyone to check them out. You won't be disappointed. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Such good stew!!!! I'm so happy with my dinner.“

“Neighborhood pizza spot, with familiar and friendly faces :-)“

“I’m recommending it based solely on service and quality of food. I have not been to this establishment. But I love tacos and plan to soon. I look forward to you serving me.“

“Super fun vibe! Karaoke is amaze!“

“Visited with some friends, ordered garlic burger medium with a little pink however it didn’t have any pink. Still was a good burger. Friends ordered fish and chips and they were a little bit overdone but they said it was still good.“

“love this place! Great food and drinks!“

“Best dim sum and ramen! My son could not believe what he was eating! We love their food and friendly service and cannot wait to go back. We drive down from two counties north! It’s a worthwhile pilgrimage.“

“Rica comida y la mesera extraordinaria muy buen servicio“

“Great hotel bar with friendly staff. There’s a few good local beers on draft and plenty of bar games like pool, shuffleboard and board games too. Didn’t try the food so can’t comment on that but definitely a decent place to hang out if staying here night before a flight from Seattle.“

“First time ever trying this place I live so close to it and always drive by but I never bothered to stop by and try it until today mostly because they had a big menu they have a variety of stuff I got a molcajete frio it was really good I thought it was going to be basic but had a pretty good about of stuff on it scallops, cooked shrimp, aguachile shrimp , octopus, cucumber, purple onion I also got a huge michelada that was pretty good too our server was nice for sure will be coming back .“

“Good chicken fried rice and pad Thai chicken“

“Absolutely one of my fav brunch places in Tacoma! Definitely get a reservation for the garden patio. There is a great view unexpected of the sound. They have heaters and cover so get the garden during any weather. Their special was a marionberry french toast with lemon butter and omg it was so good. Our group of 3 shared it along with having our eggs benedict and quiche. Sprung for their carafes of mimosa in the peach flavor and they were perfectly mixed. I cannot recommend this place enough and will go for many future visits!“

“Absolutely amazing food & mimosas! Definitely 5 star service!“

“La comida es muy rika 🍤mi felicitaciones a los cocineros 🙏el ambiente es muy agradable y la sección del bar un espectacular servicio tanto como en todo el Restaurant“

“Great casual vibe and incredibly friendly staff! Food was really good (I highly recommend the street tacos) and the beer suggestions were on point! 5/5“