El Bait Shop

El Bait Shop

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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines
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    Chris L.
    "GREAT beer selection, friendly knowledgeable staff and great food!"(25 Tips)
    Heidi M.
    "El Bait Shop/High Life Lounge for Jimmy Carter Happy Hour"(3 Tips)
    Angie G.
    "You can get the High Life lounge menu and El Bait Shop's menu :)."(3 Tips)
    Greg J.
    "Awesome selection and can't wait to try more of the beers on tap!"(14 Tips)
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  • Sarah H.
    Sarah HinzmanMarch 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Here's what you're gonna do. Order the 2 pints & 2 lbs. of wings. Beers: Lost Coast Apricot Wheat & Bent River Jalapeño Pepper Ale. Order 1/3 each of tang, dry rub, and mexican wings. Then die happy.
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    Jim MilesMay 7, 2018
    Broasted chicken is excellent. Over 200 craft beers on top.
  • Ben B.heart icon on user image
    Ben BaronOctober 7, 2017
    I can't begin to praise this bar enough: great food, awesome atmosphere and staff, and a stellar tap and bottle list. If you are in town and love beer you must visit.
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    Ben BJune 2, 2020
    With so many options on tap, it's hard to know where to start. I recommend something local. Avoid the big name breweries you can get back home. Experience something you can't normally enjoy.
  • Chris L.heart icon on user image
    Chris LaffertyApril 13, 2022
    GREAT beer selection, friendly knowledgeable staff and great food! Get the bacon wrapped tots and the fish tacos. Say hi to Nicole!
  • Macy K.
    Macy K.August 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    This place has been called a "Top 200 Bar in America" many years by Draft Magazine. But, you don't need them to tell you that. One visit and you'll know it.
  • Dean C.heart icon on user image
    Dean CulverFebruary 16, 2019
    Great event!! I had a great time and had really great beer....and oh yea thd brunch food was very delish!
  • Juice Magazine
    Juice MagazineApril 24, 2012
    Voted #4 in our reader-determined Top 50 Bars. Few bars can impress beer lovers like el Bait Shop. With more than 100 beers on tap and another 170 in bottles, they will have a brew you like. Read more
  • Dave G.heart icon on user image
    Dave GrossJanuary 20, 2018
    Bar staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Try the highlighted food choices off the menu - you won’t be disappointed!
  • Nathan S.heart icon on user image
    Nathan SummersonNovember 23, 2019
    Fantastic place to experience all life and beer has to offer. If they make it, this place has got it. Delirium Tremens in a bottle as well!!!
  • Men's Health Mag
    Men's Health MagJuly 9, 2012
    Bring a few buddies and try the "Two Pounds, Two Pints" deal, where you can fill up on any of the 10 flavors of wings and 104 beers on draft. Try the Mexican wings, made with a spicy wet sauce.
  • KT F.
    KT FloridaJune 7, 2015
    If it's too crowded here you can always grab a beer and go next door to the less crowded High Life Lounge
  • dino d.
    dino de LeónApril 25, 2013
    What a find! tremendous beer selection and smart staff. plus the brosters chicken will have you getting all "game of thrones" on your food. go. now.
  • Greg C.heart icon on user image
    Greg CrawfordNovember 27, 2015
    Great selection of beer both draft and bottle. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff will make anyone feel at home.
  • Beth W.heart icon on user image
    Beth W.May 9, 2015
    Try and get a seat at the bar to gaze at the incredible beer selection.
  • Larry M.heart icon on user image
    Larry MichehlNovember 5, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If you can't find a beer you like in this establishment, then you should be "suds-free" in your alcohol consumption. The food is pretty good too!!!!
  • Robbie H.
    Robbie HelzerAugust 12, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    A beer snobs wet dream. So many good beers, and super good bar food.
  • Curtis G.heart icon on user image
    Curtis GJune 8, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Best selection of beers on tap in the state. Over 100 on tap.
  • Juice Magazine
    Juice MagazineOctober 5, 2011
    With 105 beers on tap and 155 in cans and bottles, el Bait Shop is the undisputed king of beer bars. See their top 10 selling beers: http://dmreg.com/yGt6jC Read more
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    OleAugust 31, 2016
    Great selection og beers. 225 taps!
  • Chad H.heart icon on user image
    Chad HinzOctober 17, 2015
    Great selection of beers, even if you don't drink beer regularly you'll find something here!
  • Juice Magazine
    Juice MagazineJuly 11, 2013
    The Jimmy Carter Happy Hour is back!. It starts at 6 p.m. and is on a weekly basis. Read more
  • Rick C.heart icon on user image
    Rick ClaytonNovember 1, 2015
    Atmosphere was great and beer was terrific. Didnt get to try the food but will be back.
  • Soni M.heart icon on user image
    Soni Maze LaddSeptember 20, 2015
    Get the deviled eggs--yummy! And the cole slaw and traditional wings too.
  • Esquire
    EsquireFebruary 1, 2011
    Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Get a pint from the wall of taps and marvel at the shrine to professional wrestling. We did. Read more
  • Craig S.heart icon on user image
    Craig StoeverDecember 22, 2014
    Best Beer selection in Des Moines...IMO
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    AMay 1, 2016
    So many good beers- I loved their New Belgium and West O selections.
  • Rachel Y.heart icon on user image
    Rachel YoungJanuary 18, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    The bathrooms have been redone and they are awesome! Just as awesome as the beer and food!:))
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BareMarch 12, 2016
    Bacon wrapped jalapeño tater tots are great. Beer menu rocks
  • DATABOY
    DATABOYMay 25, 2013
    This place is hoppin'. Recommend the Confluence Black IPA & Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots. #healthy
  • Shawn S.heart icon on user image
    Shawn SNovember 10, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Tell the bartender what styles you like and then ask for a recommendation. You won't be disappointed.
  • Nathan W.
    Nathan WrightSeptember 26, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Are you a beer lover? There are over 180 taps here. That's all you need to know.
  • Aaron S.
    Aaron SFebruary 17, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Thai Peanut Wings and a massive selection of beer to wash them down with.
  • Greg J.
    Greg JansmaAugust 8, 2011
    Scrimshaw is the best beer I've had there so far! Awesome selection and can't wait to try more of the beers on tap!
  • Jeremi S.heart icon on user image
    Jeremi S.May 5, 2017
    Great wings, especially dry BBQ! And really friendly service!
  • Stasia S.heart icon on user image
    Stasia ShermanMay 6, 2015
    Love the selection of beers! And the food is great too!
  • Andrew W.heart icon on user image
    Andrew WilsonSeptember 11, 2014
    Great beer selection. Go for the bourbon barrel-aged stout.
  • Karen D.heart icon on user image
    Karen DixApril 28, 2021
    Bacon wrapped tots and great BEER selections! Wow!
  • Justin E.heart icon on user image
    Justin EhreckeDecember 27, 2014
    Try a beer you've never had before! There so many to choose from
  • Ryan D.
    Ryan DayMay 26, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great 3 course meal here. App: beer. Main course: beer. Desert: beer.
  • Miranda A.heart icon on user image
    Miranda Awesome SauceAugust 24, 2014
    Ginormous variety of drinks. Free samples as well.
  • Derek B.heart icon on user image
    Derek BrooksSeptember 29, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Try not to be overwhelmed by the beer selection, and definitely order something that you've never tried before.
  • Craig S.heart icon on user image
    Craig StoeverDecember 22, 2014
    Best Beer selection in Des Moines
  • Nicole G.
    Nicole GrubbsFebruary 22, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    I'm a cider beer fan, and I already knew I loved Strongbow, Woodchuck, and Ace Pear. But I tried the Woodpecker and Sutliff, and the Woodpecker on tap was waaay better.
  • Stephanie M.
    Stephanie MJune 4, 2014
    If you like beer, you'll like it here!
  • Drew V.heart icon on user image
    Drew Van Woert 🍺April 12, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    The peanut butter bacon burger is definitely worth a try!
  • Kevin R.heart icon on user image
    Kevin RutanApril 3, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Best beers are not on the printed menu
  • Hillary B.
    Hillary BrownDecember 30, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    Great lunch spot! Try the Baja Fish Tacos or a Taco Salad.
  • M T.heart icon on user image
    M TafJanuary 4, 2016
    Jeff is cool. Good waiter. Fish tacos rock!
  • Brett
    BrettNovember 8, 2015
    Good beer. Good company.
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