Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Capitol View South, Des Moines

Mark M. • March 23, 2017A ton of rotated local crafted Iowa brews. Also, everything I've had off the menu has been fantastic.

Jessie C. • September 16, 2016Ginger turmeric chai lattes are to die for!

Lucy S. • January 5, 2012You must try the piña colada - with hints of coconut and pineapple the tea will make you feel like you are on a tropical island!

Krista V. • March 2, 2016Be prepared for a wait! This place gets super busy, but that's because it's so good. Eccentric burger options and delicious shakes, plus awesome beers available on tap.

Deborah R. • May 30, 2014Try the pork burger! Amazing!!! The chorizo fries are also wonderful!!! And definitely order a pomegranate martini ... Shannon makes the best!

Megan M. • September 26, 2018I got some of the last sangria of the season at a discounted price. It was delicious!

Jason C. • October 23, 2015Great espresso. Tasty croissants. Friendly staff.

Theo P. • July 26, 2018The rooftop bar is a great place to take your loved one for a drink or to eat. Food is really nice and they have a small but tasty selection of beers. Cocktails are great too. All this with views.

Roman S. • June 1, 2012Try Spicy Scallop roll with mango, the freshest and best sushi in Iowa, hands down. Bow to the sensei

Jill S. • September 17, 2010Hummus is delicious. I would recommend the Turkish coffee and the Cauliflower pita as well.

Ted C. • June 13, 2016Great sandwiches and entrees, drinks and superior service staff. Very welcoming.

Kristen W. • April 25, 2013Fantastic lunch, amazing dinner. One of the best in DSM.

Shanon H. • December 27, 2015Vegetarian Meatloaf is delish! I'd order again and again. The homemade marshmallows that come with the hot chocolate cocktail are pretty amazing, too.

Lynn P. • March 29, 2017Cool swing chairs, board games, and cupcakes. You can't go wrong here. Nice place to chat or get them to go! Birthday cake is my personal fav.

Jessica L. • October 7, 2011Great bar for any mood- chill night or wild time. They got you covered!

Sharon S K. • June 27, 2015The food is very authentic! Servers are very friendly! We will be back!

Zachary B. • October 25, 2011Very chill, a great summer hangout. Not too many bars like this around.

Kate T. • August 9, 2013Come here. Great atmosphere. Great staff. Great music. And great drinks. A hidden gem of Des Moines. And my new favorite place.

Emily H. • March 15, 2020Cute spot for breakfast with an antique store, offers a vegan menu in addition to breakfast staples. The John Henry hash brown platter (fried chicken, sausage gravy & eggs on hash browns) was amazing

Joshua B. • December 21, 2011If you like beer, try the Sprecher Special Amber that they have in the cooler now! And don't forget karaoke on Wed, Fri, Sat, and Sun.

Cathy S. • July 16, 2017Maggie (waitress)and Jason( bartender) are super courteous and sweet! Great food. Ringer Burger good and so is chili and fries!

Chad J. • August 10, 2010Ask for Chris. Great guy, awesome service and really good food. Drink a mojito - they have an entire menu of them ;)

Nathan W. • June 10, 2019Blu is my favorite Thai food experience in Des Moines! The flavors are fresh and you can customize your own spice level. The staff here are always warm and friendly. My go-to dish is the Pad Thai.

Jaime B. • July 26, 2019Old school beers in cans, 6 taps, cocktails.

Erik L. • December 2, 2019Cheese balls and the Mahomes

Samantha S. • March 27, 2013Friends said the chicken panini was amazing. The juicy juicy burger is, well, deliciously juicy.

Angelos L. • March 26, 2023A little corner of Greece in Des Moines! Great souvlaki, saganaki, and baklava!

Jill W. • July 26, 2013The bartenders and owner are great people.

Meghan M. • February 18, 2010salt and vinegar chips!

Megan M. • November 28, 2010Peace Tree Hop Wrangler in bottles! Great local IPA!