Your guide to area dining.
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Bars & Grills
Blue Moon Dueling Pianos
Bar & Restaurant
High energy dueling pianos! Piano
players from around the country
tickle the ivories and test your
singing ability. With dueling
black grands, there is double
the fun, twice as much energy
and even more songs to be sung.
But don’t worry, they’ll fuel
your fire with delightful cocktails
and light-fare eats. And during
the week, they’ll take it down
a notch with jazz, blues and lunch-time
treats. In the West Glen Town
Center at 5485 Mills Civic Parkway,
West Des Moines. (515) 564-7300.
Fat Boyz Saloon &
Grill
Great homemade food, fun and nightly
dinner specials. Twelve TVs, pool
and games. Full bar with happy
hour 4 - 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. -
close, Monday - Thursday. Private
party room. Grimes. (515) 986-0355.
Pelican Bar and Nightclub
208 Third St., Des Moines. (515)
243-4456.
Sapphire Bar and Grill
520 Army Post Road, Des Moines.
(515) 285-3555.
Skybox
When you’re looking for the premier
place to watch sports in Des Moines,
your one and only stop should
be Skybox Lounge. With 10 TVs
and a fully stocked bar, you can
watch your team while having a
beer or sipping on a martini.
Come to Skybox Lounge and experience
a luxury sports atmosphere that’s
a level above. Located just off
I-235 at 1261 8th St., West Des
Moines. Call (515) 223-8808 or
visit http://www.skyboxit.com for more information.
Star Bar
A variety of pastas, burgers,
sandwiches and other menu items
mean that Star Bar has something
for everyone. With their extensive
list of martinis, beers and wines,
you should be able to find the
perfect drink to match your meal
or to just drink by itself. Now
also serving brunch starting at
9 a.m. on weekends. Star Bar is
located at 2811 Ingersoll Ave.,
Des Moines. Call (515) 244-0790
or visit http://www.starbardsm.com for more information.
Winston’s
601 Locust St. #200, Des Moines.
(515) 245-5454.
Ethnic
India Star
The variety of food offered at
India Star can’t be beat, with
an extensive menu offering lamb,
chicken, beef, vegetarian, curries
and more. When you are in the
mood for Indian food, India Star
needs to be at the top of your
list. With a lunchtime buffet
you can satisfy your cravings
all day long. New location at
5514 Douglas Ave., Des Moines.
Call (515) 279-2118 for take out
and catering services.
Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant
Authentic Mexican food. Serving
lunch and dinner seven days a
week. Open daily at 11 a.m. Take
out available. 9974 Swanson Blvd.,
Clive. (515) 334-9693.
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
Authentic Mexican food. Serving
lunch and dinner seven days a
week. Open daily at 11 a.m. Take
out available. 8801 University
Ave., #29, Clive. (515) 457-8900.
Namaste India
Namaste India offers both South
Indian and North Indian cuisine
with very experienced chefs in
their areas and styles. They now
offer a candle light dinner in
the evenings. A full menu is served
during the day with a lunch buffet
available as well. A variety of
beer and wine are served. Come
enjoy authentic Indian food. 7500
University Ave., #4, Clive. 50325.
(515) 255-1698.
Samurai Sushi and Hibachi
Come enjoy our fusion of American
and French cuisines wit traditional
Japanese sushi techniques. Bring
your friends and be entertained
as you watch our hibachi chefs
prepare your meals right at your
table. Relax with a drink while
you listen to trickling sounds
of our custom-built rock water
wall. 7125 Mills Civic Parkway,
West Des Moines. (515) 223-4888.
Wok in Motion
Wok in Motion may not have the
quantity of dishes of other places,
but they more than make up for
it in their quality. With only
a few signature and traditional
dishes, you know that you are
not getting any standardized Japanese
food. When you are looking for
the real deal, come by Wok in
Motion to satisfy your sushi needs.
Wok in Motion is located at 5515
Mills Civic Parkway, West Des
Moines. For more information call
(515) 564-7888 or visitt http://www.wokinmotion.com.
Zen
A variety of noodles, rolls, and
of course, sushi, make Zen Sushi
& Noodle Bar your place to
go for authentic Japanese food.
Zen also offers an extensive list
of sakes, beers and wines to accommodate
every taste and help you find
the perfect beverage for your
meal. Located at 400 Walnut St.,
Des Moines. Call (515) 288-9637
or visit http://www.zendsm.com.
Italian
Bella Petras
Bella Petras serves a variety
of homemade Italian and American
cuisine. Each item on our menu
uses the freshest available ingredients
and our homemade dishes are one
of a kind. With a warm and cozy
environment, we are the perfect
place to spend an evening with
friends and family. 800 1st St.,
Suite A, West Des Moines. (515)
255-1644.
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
Biaggi’s is a fun, casual, white-tablecloth
restaurant that offers an extensive
menu featuring a full selection
of house-made and imported pasta,
soups & salads, pizza, seafood,
fresh fish, chicken, veal, steaks
and desserts. Fresh. Affordable.
Italian. 5990 University Ave.,
West Des Moines. (515) 221-9900.
Cosi Cucina
Cosi Cucina is the well-known
West Des Moines Restaurant with
an innovative Italian cuisine
featuring homemade dishes and
daily specials prepared with only
the finest ingredients and served
in a casual atmosphere. The extensive
wine list offers over 36 wines
available by the glass. 1975 N.W.
86th St., Clive. Call (515) 278-8148
or visit http://www.cosicucina.biz.
Fine Dining
Alba
Alba is contemporary American
dining at its best. The menu is
small but impeccable, seasonal
and inventive. Don’t miss the
funky decor, especially in the
dining room, where antique doors
hang from the ceiling. With a
full bar, you can find the perfect
drink to compliment your unique
dining experience. Alba is located
at 524 E. 6th St., Des Moines.
Call (515) 244-0261 for reservations.
Azalea
Azalea features modern American
cuisine with locally grown, seasonal
foods with Mediterranean, Asian
and regional American influences.
The lounge menu offers appetizers,
sandwiches and wood-fired pizzas,
as well as a dining room menu
that offers fresh fish, pasta,
steaks and chops. Azalea’s wine
program offers wines from around
the world. Call (515) 288-9606
for reservations. 400 Walnut St.,
Des Moines. http://www.azaleadsm.com.
Bistro Montage
Offering contemporary French cuisine
and wine bar. View a complete
menu and wine list at http://www.bistromontage.com.
Urban. Distinctive. Ambiance.
2724 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines.
(515) 557-1924.
Café di Scala
Contemporary Italian with a calabresse
style served in a charming old
Victorian home. The food is simple,
yet elegant, based on recipes
from the southern part of Italy
and made from locally grown and
produced ingredients. Lunch Thursday
– Saturday 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dinner
Thursday – Saturday 5 – 10 p.m.
644 18th St., Des Moines. (515)
244-1353.
Chianti
Italian name, but born here in
Des Moines, thanks to all of you
for your support. We are happy
and gratified to prepare for you
the homemade old country Mexican,
American and Italian food. It
is our pledge to treat each guest
with old fashioned courtesy and
make dining out a pleasant and
relaxing experience at Chianti.
Family owned and operated! 207
4th St., Des Moines. Call (515)-288-3880.
Graze
Graze is an eclectic restaurant
in its second year in West Des
Moines. Enjoy entrée-size
appetizers and a full drink list
with specialty martinis made from
fresh juices. Open Monday - Thursday
11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday -
Saturday 11:30 a.m. – midnight.
5513 Mills Civic Parkway Ste.
100 West Des Moines.
Mojo’s
Fresh, bold and innovative are
the trademarks of Mojo’s cuisine.
Mojo’s blends classic Cajun and
Creole influences with rich, deeply
flavored local produce. Mojo’s
is an upscale causal restaurant
featuring a modern design, including
dark wood tones, concrete accents
and an open kitchen. The private
wine room has southwestern influences
and is dining with a view. They
invite you to come out and enjoy
passion on a plate. 6163 N.W.
86th St., Johnston. Call (515)
334-3699 or visit http://www.mojoson86th.com for more information.
Trostel’s Dish
You’ll love the unique dining
experience offered at our restaurant.
Small dishes with fresh flavors
from around the world, plus wine
and cheese flights. Private dining
area for business meetings or
intimate gatherings. Lunch: Monday
– Friday. Dinner: Monday – Saturday.
12854 University Ave., Clive.
(515) 221-DISH.
Trostel’s Greenbriar
Enjoy four-star food with your
friends and family at our fine-dining
establishment. Order from our
“Wine Spectator” awarded wine
list. Our bar and patio offer
a more casual atmosphere and menu,
as well as drink specials. Lunch:
Wednesday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.
Dinner: Monday – Saturday at 5
p.m. 5810 Merle Hay Road, Des
Moines. (515) 253-0124.
Family
Chef’s Kitchen
Located on the corner of Franklin
and beaver in historic Beaverdale,
Chef’s Kitchen is the perfect
spot for homemade soups, salads
as well as a full menu of traditional
dishes. 1902 Beaver Ave., Des
Moines (Beaverdale). (515) 255-4411.
Chips
Indulge yourself with an oak-fired
pizza at our lakeside location,
or treat your friends and family
to our world-famous rotisserie
chicken and complimentary “chips”.
Party rooms are available for
special events. We serve lunch
and dinner seven days a week.
2502 S.E. Tones Drive, Ankeny.
(515) 964-2112.
Maid-Rite
We have been serving our delicious
loose meat fresh ground beef sandwiches
seasoned to perfection and served
on a piping hot bun, for many
years. Our Maid-Rite menu is made
to your order just the way you
want it. We are an affordably
priced quick service franchise
that serves a delicious menu.
4100 S.W. 9th St., Des Moines.
(515) 244-8188.
Uncle Wendell’s BBQ
“A Word-of-Mouth Legend.” They
do quality pig butts and beef
briskets sandwiches made on fresh
challah. The subtle but insistent
smoke and sweet spice from the
killer rub embolden the ribs.
They’re suck-off-the-bone irresistible.
Catering, dine-in and take-out.
2716 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines.
(515) 228–3207. http://www.unclewendells.com.
Steakhouse
Ohana’s Steakhouse
The chefs at Ohana’s Steakhouse
welcome you to the most unique
dining experience. Ohana in Hawaiian
means “family.” This family restaurant
serves only the finest steaks,
chicken, assorted seafood and
spirits. Eating at Ohana’s is
almost like going to the theater.
The chefs portray comedians, jugglers
and magicians. Everyone is welcome
to enjoy this dining experience.
Ohana’s Steakhouse is located
at 2900 University Ave., West
Des Moines. Reservations are recommended,
call (515) 225-3325 or visit http://www.ohanasteakhouse.com for more information.
Deli
Jimmy Johns
World’s greatest gourmet sandwiches.
Jimmy Johns is also known for
its obsession with fresh, quality
products and high-speed execution.
Dine in, carry out and catering
available. Seven locations in
the area. Des Moines, Ames, Ankeny
and West Des Moines. http://www.jimmyjohn.com.
Palmer’s Deli
From traditional classics to local
favorites, Palmer’s Deli has five
locations that offer a wide array
of choices for breakfast, lunch,
or dinner. You can even turn their
electric environment into a private
party for you and your guests
by renting out any of the Palmer’s
locations any night of the week.
Ingersoll, Urbandale, West Des
Moines, Kaileidoscope and Ankeny. http://www.palmersdeliandmarket.com.
Food & Restaurant Products
Ames British Foods
Ames British Foods specializes
in frozen goods since those are
the hardest and most expensive
to obtain in Iowa. But of course
there is a little be of everything.
Visit http://www.amesbritishfoods.com for more information. 819 Lincoln
Way Suite D. Ames. (515) 598-5179.
Hockenbergs
Since 1908, Hockenbergs has provided
its customers with quality foodservice
products at top value. Our philosophy
of integrity and personal attention
has fueled our growth as an industry
leader with a full range of solutions
– from equipment, supplies, and
disposables to consulting and
design services. If it benefits
foodservice, Hockenbergs has it.
4267 109th St. Urbandale. (515)
282-0033.
Iowa Natural
Iowa Natural Soy Oils are trans
fat free and come in the ultra-low
linolenic and low saturated fat
varieties. The oils are expeller-pressed
from non-genetically modified
soybeans developed by Iowa State
University and produced by Innovative
Growers, LLC. For more information
about the company and its products,
call (515) 720-3702. http://www.iowanatural.com.
Law Equipment
Law Equipment is a full-line restaurant
equipment dealer, for both new
and used equipment. They sell
equipment for both commercial
and residential applications.
10095 Hickman Court, Clive. (515)
334-5036.
Restaurant faces of the week
Name: Kyl Cabbage
Restaurant: Maxie’s
Position and years of experience: General Manager with more than 30 years of experience.
Fun fact/hidden talent: I’m a Certified Specialist in Wine by the Society of Wine Educators. I’ve been nuts about wine since I was 20. Also I love to fish, especially for muskies.
Where do you like to eat when not at Maxie’s? At home. We have family dinner every Sunday.
What is your favorite food to eat here? It depends on the day. The steak is always good. The filet is my favorite. But I also love the scallops.
What is your establishment known for? Good food, great people and friendly service. At Maxie’s family is number one and always has been, and I’m excited to keep that tradition alive.
Anything else you would like to add? I’m super excited to be here; Maxie’s has been in my life for a very long time. I used to ride my bike by here to go to school. I’m looking forward to meeting new people and making friends here.
Maxie’s
1311 Grand Ave., West Des Moines
223-1463
