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Grocery Store, Supermarket, and Breakfast Spot
Sherman Hill, Des Moines
Ranked #2 for grocery stores in Des Moines
"If you haven't, you must try the Cilantro Lime Chicken salad."(3 Tips)
"Try the House ramen"(3 Tips)
"The cranberry walnut salad is amazing!"(3 Tips)
"Try the Korean Steak Sandwich - Yummy! Oh so good."(2 Tips)
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g oconnorAugust 11, 2015A word to the wise: Huy Fong foods is the original Sriracha, Sambal Oelek, and Chili Garlic Sauce company (one brilliant ex-pat Vietnamese). Note the green tops and the rooster - those are Huy Fong's!
One of the few places in Des Moines that carries my favorite Oasis Hummus made by Oasis Falafel out of Iowa City, IA. Their pita chips are pretty awesome too.
Brett WilsonApril 8, 2015Fish Tacos, Fries, burger one of the best. Sashimi and rolls good as is the market lasagne. Olive bar, cheese bar and red velvet cupcakes!- g oconnorAugust 11, 2015The entire Marie Sharp collection. I run through two bottles of the "Fiery Hot" Habanero hot sauce a year - buying over the Internet (and I live in LA). Spectacular!
Hilary HenakJanuary 26, 2012Local to the Des Moines area and unlike any other grocery store in Des Moines. They carry locally grown, fresh produce, a wide variety of fine cheeses and wines and groceries from around the world.
Chad ThompsonAugust 25, 2015South Union bread, great meat counter and coffee selections. Usually good produce, though some specials are not often so great. A good stop for many items, probably won't be your only grocery store.- g oconnorAugust 11, 2015The wine selection is the best I've found in Iowa. Not limited to French wines by any means!
- g oconnorAugust 11, 2015From the storied manufacturers of Fox's u-bet chocolate syrup- the only way to make a egg cream (look it up) this stuff is addictive!
Erin Monfort-NelsonSeptember 25, 2015Breakfast includes vegan options such as tofu scramble and steel cut oats.
The only place I have ever seen a vegan Bánh mì and it is amazing. Vegan chili is also the best I've ever had. Non-meat options in general are winners.
Gateway has the largest cheese selection in Central Iowa. Try all of them! The Fontina is just awesome. Plus they have Dulce De Leche, the unique milk caramel from Argentina.
The tuna sandwich, seared and cooked rare is excellent! Everything at this restaurant is good though!
Great market and cafe! Love the Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad with a Thelma's Ice Cream sandwich for dessert.
Vivian NunezAugust 24, 2013Great food and great customer service! We wanted some ready to eat watermelon, they didn't had any but gladly cut a whole one for us and packed it!
Juice MagazineAugust 31, 2011Veggie burger gets high marks from reviewer: "strong flavor and a moist, thick patty with a hearty texture that holds up to my hands squeezing it while taking a big ol’ bite." http://dmreg.com/4ZGA90 Read more
Hannah GarrisonSeptember 30, 2012Cannot beat their antipasti/olive bar. I also like their house hummus selection. And don't get me started on available cheeses and South Union breads...
Love the chicken tortilla soup and sushi. Makes for a light, healthy lunch! Also, I always pick up a loaf of the rye sandwich bread. It's delicious toasted. I wish they had a whole-grain version avail
Best Mac and Cheese I think I have ever had! Fun, modern atmosphere and great fresh produce. There is something for everyone here!
Madie FiedlerFebruary 3, 2013The food to go single meals are huge portions, good variety, and only $7.99! That's less than most other foods here- a great deal!
Carson StepkaMarch 5, 2019Phenomenal environment with even better employees devoted on being their guests superior value and satisfaction to their visit.
If you're looking for something sweet, head to the freezer section to try an ice cream sandwich made with Tank Goodness cookies & soft serve ice cream!
Looking for a snack to share? The hummus plate—complete with feta, olives, cucumbers and pita chips—is plenty for two.
Tyron CollierSeptember 29, 2013Starting Friday, October 4th (and every friday after) they'll feature a fish special prepared by the GW chefs.
Try the red pepper hummus-the feta makes it awesomely rich, and perfect with a glass of wine! The veggie pad thai is also amaaazing!!
Asked for steak tacos made as Burrito, ate half made great dinner...
Stopping by for lunch? A half salad will be more than enough to fill you up. The Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad is the best on the menu.
I don't eat here nearly as often as I should. I am always surprised by their creative & flavorful menu options!
If you're getting food to go, ask if you can get it in a paper bag. The plastic ones don't hold up very well (we've had more than a couple instances where food ended up all over the car).
They have 1 bottle of my fave wine left. Seghesio VENOM---Pete Seghesio poured me some when he was in town last time---SUPREME!!!
Erin McHenryMarch 7, 2013The creamy yet spicy chicken tortilla soup with a slice of artisan bread... yum!
The fried chicken breakfast on weekends is absolutely amazing
The Korean steak sandwich and lobster Mac and cheese are both fabulous.
A little pricey, but good sustainable groceries, very helpfull employees and the greatest French Toast in Des Moines have made me a regular.
They use wheat and glutin free (corn) tortillas for their fish and steak tacos. Yum:)
Andrea BurkeMarch 6, 2014$21+/lb dark chocolate covered espresso beans?! Highway robbery! Get 'em at HyVee.
Dan CullinanJune 11, 2011The Memphis Style pulled pork sandwich rules. Who knew cole slaw on pulled pork could be so good?
Ted CoppockSeptember 27, 2015Took a guest the last Sunday afternoon. He ordered the tenderloin sandwich. He barely could manage cutting the meat with a knife it was so overcooked. All other meals were satisfactory at best.
Sarah StephasAugust 9, 2011Try the cranberry walnut salad. There's a reason it's at the top of the list!
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It’s all about food at Gateway Market, a different kind of local, good food market in Des Moines' historic Sherman Hill neighborhood.
Closed until 7:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
(515) 243-1754
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Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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- 8.1
"Nice employee owned retailer , wifi w/ eat in area , safe and clean restrooms ... good deals on food both hot meals and cold items , all in all a nice place to stop ... :)~"
Benjamin Avila - 7.1
"We come here a lot! Great prices on exotic ingredients and awesome setup for at-home hot pot!"
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"Cheap spices in bulk - not to mention any other oriental ingredient you could possibly want. There is an additional $1.00 charge for using a credit/debit card there."
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