Guidebook for Des Moines
Food Scene
Amazing local ice cream shop. Rotating flavors. Only 1 block from the house!
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Black Cat Ice Cream
Amazing local ice cream shop. Rotating flavors. Only 1 block from the house!
Horizon Line Coffee
1417 Walnut StEasily the best coffee in town.
Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure
2723 Ingersoll AveOur favorite coffeeshop.
Eatery A
2932 Ingersoll AveGreat food! And a great patio!
Cupcakes and a dessert bar. Did I mention cupcakes.
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Crème Cupcake + Dessert
543 28th StCupcakes and a dessert bar. Did I mention cupcakes.
Lucky Lotus
2721 Ingersoll AveBest Thai spot In town. Always innovative and always tasty.
Classic 50s diner. Local hotspot and Des Moines landmark. Easy walk.
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Drake Diner
1111 25th StClassic 50s diner. Local hotspot and Des Moines landmark. Easy walk.
Gazali's Mediterranean Grill
15700 Hickman RoadBest falafel in town
One of the best restaurants in the city, Mideast inspired Prix Fixe menus
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Proof Restaurant
1301 Locust StOne of the best restaurants in the city, Mideast inspired Prix Fixe menus
We love their fresh and delicious breakfast. Best avocado toast and French toast in town.
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St. Kilda
300 SW 5th StWe love their fresh and delicious breakfast. Best avocado toast and French toast in town.
Franka Pizzeria
111 East Grand AvenueOur favorite pizza! Neapolitan style!
Harbinger
2724 Ingersoll AveGreat restaurant. Best option for nearby, high-end eats!
Drinks & Nightlife
Exile Brewing Company
1514 Walnut StCraft brews and tasty food nearby
Star Bar
2811 Ingersoll AveFun place for drinks and food nearby
Wellman's Pub
2920 Ingersoll AveLong-time Des Moines haunt.
El Bait Shop
200 SW 2nd StBest place to get a beer before a ballgame
Alpine Tap Room
2720 Ingersoll AveDivey bar near the house.
Shopping
Chocolaterie Stam
2814 Ingersoll AveWhat neighborhood is complete without a chocolaterie?
Essentials
Gateway Market
2002 Woodland AveFun local and organic grocery store with own restaurant.
Best farmer's market in the world Saturday morning Spring through Fall
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Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market
300 Court AveBest farmer's market in the world Saturday morning Spring through Fall
Local grocery. Has more than you’d think with a heavy ethnic food emphasis. Best Injera in Des Moines.
Hilal Groceries
1163 25th StLocal grocery. Has more than you’d think with a heavy ethnic food emphasis. Best Injera in Des Moines.
Sightseeing
Des Moines Art Center
4700 Grand AveFantastic nearby art museum
Gorgeous walking and biking paths and beautiful scenery.
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Gray's Lake Park
Gorgeous walking and biking paths and beautiful scenery.
Salisbury House
4025 Tonawanda DrMajestic 1920s home moved from England
Intriguing sculpture in a peaceful urban setting
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Pappajohn Sculpture Park
1330 Grand AveIntriguing sculpture in a peaceful urban setting
Terrace Hill Historic Site
2300 Grand AveWhere the Governor lives. They do tours.
Arts & Culture
Drake Stadium
2719 Forest AveDrake University football stadium
Iowa Cubs
1 Line DriveHome of the Iowa Cubs
Des Moines Civic Center
221 Walnut StSymphony and theater venue
Everything Else
Great neighborhood with boutiques, antiques, fun stores, bars and restaurants.
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East Village
Great neighborhood with boutiques, antiques, fun stores, bars and restaurants.