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Americana

Americana

New American Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines
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8.6/10
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  • Stars
    Ranked #2 for New American restaurants in Des Moines
  • Tips
    Maria R.
    "Bombshell Brunches are fabulous!"(3 Tips)
    Juice Magazine
    "... buffet brunch. Try the grilled cheese bar and $14 bottomless bloody mary or mimosas..."(4 Tips)
    Brian H.
    "Brunch buffet with Bloodies and mimosas on the weekends..."(3 Tips)
    Chaz D.
    "Get bottomless bloody marys (or mimosas) with your weekend brunch."(7 Tips)
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  • Chenece E.heart icon on user image
    Chenece ErwinAugust 29, 2015
    I so love this place. I came here for my birthday dinner with a friend and I love this place. The atmosphere was great along with the food and service.
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Juice Magazine
    Juice MagazineMarch 19, 2013
    Get ready for a specially made grilled cheese. Choose from tons of cheeses and toppings like sauerkraut, bacon and even spicy Cheetos. And don’t forget to pick up a cup of tomato soup for dunking. Read more
  • Kelli R.heart icon on user image
    Kelli RobertsMay 7, 2018
    Best Sunday brunch hands down. From the mashed potato bar to the taco bar to the grilled cheese station you can’t go wrong. They also have a whole room of standard breakfast fare. It is worth the $30!
  • Julie K.heart icon on user image
    Julie KFebruary 25, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Pan-seared chicken with Parmesan cream sauce is to die for. Large portion- you can split it with someone. Also try the chocolate torte for dessert. Absolutely amazing!
  • Brian H.
    Brian HoukDecember 28, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Happy hour until 6 every weekday... Brunch buffet with Bloodies and mimosas on the weekends... The food... The atmosphere... The STAFF ROCKS! Can you tell I really like this place? Highly recommended!
  • Mary T.heart icon on user image
    Mary ThompsonAugust 8, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Granddaughter loves their Mac and Cheese but we always order an extra plate to cool it down from the bowl it comes in. And she loves the Birthday Cake for dessert
  • Andrew C.
    Andrew ClarkDecember 14, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Seared tuna salad is wonderful. Just a hint of wasabi and a sweet soy combo dressing. The tuna was light and VERY fresh! Must have again.
  • Nicole W.
    Nicole WatermanJuly 3, 2013
    Katelin is the greatest Server here. Ask for her and she will make sure ur happy all the way through ur meal! She is the best server I have had here! :)
  • Ezra K.heart icon on user image
    Ezra KatzJuly 5, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner, all you can eat buttermilk fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and biscuits. Every Monday night. Not something to miss out on.
  • Juice Magazine
    Juice MagazineFebruary 29, 2012
    Coming for brunch? Expect a short wait or make a reservation for this bustling buffet brunch. Try the grilled cheese bar and $14 bottomless bloody mary or mimosas http://dmreg.co/weNg9z Read more
  • Scott L.
    Scott LudwickDecember 27, 2013
    The photo on the wall was the taken just days before the famed "massacre" of 1937 Pope Leo IV had just declared sodomy legal. Outraged farmers stormed the local papal college killing 73 scribes inside
  • Larry R.
    Larry Robinson SrJanuary 27, 2016
    Their seared tuna and their hamburgers are both great; choose either and you won't go wrong!
  • Joe G.heart icon on user image
    Joe GizziSeptember 20, 2014
    Great menu - hard to choose one thing. Gnocchi was spicy & delicious and enjoyed a Moscow Mule.
  • JoAnn W.heart icon on user image
    JoAnn WallaceSeptember 19, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Winner winner chicken dinner all you can eat Monday night was fantastic!! Can't wait to go back!!
  • Phil D.
    Phil DoughtyJune 1, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The hoisin BBQ is amazing, get a side with just about anything on the menu, especially if it has pineapple (or just spread on the grilled pineapple side)
  • Jon T.heart icon on user image
    Jon ThompsonMay 28, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The giant mural of the cars is a photo taken in the same space as Americana. It was taken in 1937 when the space was a car dealership.
  • Michelle R.
    Michelle RobsonJanuary 15, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Brunch on the weekends...all you can eat and unlimited mimosas or bloody marys for $25.
  • Ezra K.heart icon on user image
    Ezra KatzAugust 16, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Winner, winner, chicken dinner every Monday night. All you can eat buttermilk fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and biscuits.
  • Sean C.heart icon on user image
    Sean CourtneyMay 30, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Oscar de la Americana is fantastic. 8oz filet with crab meat, asparagus hash, Cheddar mashed potatoes and a brown butter holindaise sauce.
  • GurlM
    GurlMJanuary 19, 2014
    Love the strawberry bitch martini and the brownie Bacon sundae... Not together! Also try the crab rangoon appetizer.
  • Chase J.heart icon on user image
    Chase JohnsonOctober 17, 2014
    Modern restaurant great for all types of people, Des Moines needs more places like this!!
  • Amy Y.
    Amy YinOctober 27, 2012
    Brunch with an unlimited Mimosa or Bloody Mary bar until 2:30! Make sure to make reservations if you have a larger party.
  • Lindsey R.
    Lindsey ReddJanuary 16, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Grilled cheese bar at Bombshell Breakfast..yum! It may seem boring, but the Americana burger is my favorite.
  • Peter N.
    Peter NovoselApril 3, 2013
    Great happy hour prices - the red blend they have by the glass is good, and try the roasted artichoke app
  • Gordon Z.
    Gordon ZhengJuly 12, 2013
    Get the Mac and cheese with truffle oil. It's heavenly.
  • Nathan E.
    Nathan EricksonMay 6, 2013
    Make sure to try the Monday night special! All you can eat fried chicken, plus all the fixings!
  • Chris S.
    Chris StockmanAugust 1, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Best damn burger in town. And don't pass up the sundae if you still have room for dessert.
  • Professor at S.
    Very tasty shrimp and grits; not sure if it's available year round.
  • Cecilia H.heart icon on user image
    Cecilia HarrisJanuary 24, 2019
    Great service and wonderful atmosphere for a group event.
  • Danny B.heart icon on user image
    Danny BegnocheFebruary 26, 2015
    Crab Rangoon dip is purdy amazing! Has a little kick to it.
  • Candy G.
    Candy GuhlOctober 13, 2013
    Ordered Truffled Mac and Cheese and Roasted Chicken with Mashed Potatoes... I will return!
  • Jessica A.
    Jessica AhumadaJuly 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Thai Tacos .....are......so good! Can't go wild with either meat.
  • Kate A.heart icon on user image
    Kate AnnJuly 10, 2016
    great cocktails. the mac and cheese is to die for.
  • Laura J.
    Laura J.July 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The tiki burger is amazing! They also give you a complimentary mini cake on your birthday!
  • Michael B.heart icon on user image
    Michael BelliJune 12, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Weekend brunch is one of the best in the city
  • Malynda R.
    Malynda RumbaughNovember 24, 2013
    Awesome owner awesome staff appreciate & acknowledge the wait staff for all they do.
  • Eric G.heart icon on user image
    Eric GabyJanuary 27, 2016
    Sunday brunch and all around good selection of food.
  • Hilary H.
    Hilary HenakFebruary 4, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Best bar/restaurant to enjoy a signature drink and watch the snow fall over Des Moines.
  • Libby C.
    Libby CrimmingsMay 27, 2011
    Soup was amazing but curry was a bit disappointing (too heavy sauce but no spice/flavor). Nice atmosphere, great service, will come back!
  • Steph F.
    Steph FergusonMay 30, 2011
    love the drinks, amazing paninis and great atmosphere. everyone is super friendly and nice
  • Brian H.
    Brian HoukSeptember 13, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Try the Miso Noodles. Trust me, you will LOVE them!!
  • Design by the Glass
    Design by the GlassNovember 4, 2011
    The Sebastiani Merlot is delicious (and pretty strong). The brie appetizer is awesome too! #wine #J120
  • Betsy M.heart icon on user image
    Betsy McCartySeptember 20, 2015
    Awesome brunch. Thought it was a bit spendy tho.
  • UDSGC Inc.
    UDSGC Inc.June 7, 2013
    Americana martini is very yummy!!!!!
  • Tera S.heart icon on user image
    Tera SorensenSeptember 9, 2018
    The bottomless bloody marys and mimosas are great. The food on the buffet is ok but nothing special.
  • Jeff S.heart icon on user image
    Jeff ShepherdOctober 13, 2015
    The brunch and Bloody Mary bar are great!
  • Eric S.
    Eric StifelMarch 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    If Albert is behind the bar ask for a Hey Girl! But you have to say it super femme, he'll know....
  • Jonathan R.
    Jonathan RobinsonOctober 12, 2012
    Try the Water - Try the #water. It's amazing! #thinciowa
  • Brian L.
    Brian LooseApril 22, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    We must not be as big of "bombshells" as we thought. We have been moved to the bar stockroom.
  • alonso H.
    alonso HernandezMarch 21, 2015
    Best nachos Ever!!!
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