Your guide to area dining.

Coffee Houses

Grounds For Celebration
Grounds For Celebration takes the old world tradition of master gelato makers to provide the best, made from scratch, gelato in town. With countless flavors they're sure to satisfy every one. It's simply great gelato! 5 locations, Windsor Heights, Beaverdale, Downtown, West Des Moines, Des Moines. 255-4863

Bar & Grill

Foxboro Grill
We're pleased to announce we're under new ownership. Come in try our new lunch and dinner menus during our new kitchen hours. We have a free party room to accommodate large parties. 6163 NW 86th St, Johnston. 334-3699

Cubs Club
We're open to the public weekdays for breakfast and lunch. Cubs Club features daily lunch specials with lots of free parking. During games we're open for members only. Located in Principle Park. Come in an enjoy lunch with the best view in town.
350 SW 1st St., Des Moines. 243-6825

Diners/Cafés

Drake Diner
Breakfast from scratch. Custom blend coffee. Plentiful parking. Professionals and hangovers welcome. Open 7 days a week from 7am-11pm M-Sat. and 7am-10pm on Sunday. 1111 25th Street, DM. 277-1111

George's Chili King
Home of the "Fat Man Special". Established in July of 1952 The Chili King has been serving it's award winning chili along with "Hamburger Coneys", "Chili Mac" and tenderloins, including the "Fat Man Special". Great service and friendly faces have been a long time staple.
5722 Hickman Rd, Des Moines 277-9433

Waveland Cafe
Not just for breakfast anymore! Affordable home style breakfast, lunches and dinners. Voted "Best Breakfast" for 5 years in a row by Cityview. Hours are M-F, 6am to 9pm, Saturday, 6am-2pm and Sunday, 8am-2pm. "Excellent as Always."
4708 University Avenue, DM. 515-279-4341

Brew Pub

Raccoon River Brewing Co.
Next door to the Hotel Fort Des Moines. The perfect place to enjoy house-brewed ale, great food, live entertainment and good vibes as well as the City's finest pool hall. Children's menu also available. Open all day Monday-Saturday for lunch, dinner and late night.
Tenth & Mulberry, DM. 362-5222

Seafood

Waterfront Seafood Restaurant
Voted "Best Seafood" in Des Moines for 15 years in a row. That is all we have to say!
2900 University Avenue, Clive. 223-5106

Delicatessens

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.7 locations in area, Des Moines, Ames, Ankeny and West Des Moines.
www.jimmyjohns.com

South Union Bread Cafe
A great lunch menu taht includes all of your favorite deli sandwhiches and sides, aple seating and fresh, artisan bread. Brown bag it at South Union! The menus are available for meetings and events.
1007 Locust, Des Moines. 248-1782

Family Restaurants

Champions Restaurant
Champions Restaurant at Prairie Meadows features breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets sure to please any appetite. Favorites include the Friday Seafood Buffet from 5 to 9pm for only $13.95 and Pasta Nights every Sunday through Wednesday for just $9.95.
I-80 Exit 142, Altoona. 967-1000

Pizza

Boston's
Boston's the Gourmet Pizza is a full-service, pizza themed, casual dining restaurant and sports bar, offering pizza, pastas and a wide variety of other dishes, such as appetizers, sandwiches, ribs and salads.
12401 University Ave., Clive. 440-6051

Italian

Buca di Beppo
Immigrant Southern Italian Cuisine served family style. Fine dining service with FUN! Reservations, walk-in and carry out welcome. Over the top service, food and fun!
4801 Westown Parkway, WDM. 224-6342

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.
644 18th Street, DM. 244-1353

Christopher's
We've been serving the Des Moines community for over 40 years and our food and service reflects it. We prepare a variety of delicious entrees including prime rib, steaks and pastas. Book your private party in our party room. Catering also available.
2816 Beaver Avenue, DM.274-3694

Cosi Cucina Italian Grill
Celebrating our 12th anniversary, Cosi Cucina still brings you original Italian cuisine featuring homemade dishes and daily specials prepared with the finest ingredients while served in a casual dining atmosphere. We also feature an extensive wine list with over 30 wines available by the glass. Open for lunch and dinner.
1975 86th St., Clive. 278-8148

Mezzodi's
The best Italian on the South Side. If you like Christopher's, you'll love Mezzodi's. We have a variety of entrees and serve fresh, home made Italian cuisine. Call about our weekend entertainment and book our private party room for your special event. Open daily for lunch and dinner. 4519 Fleur Drive, DM. 287-3333

Sam and Gabe's Italian Bistro
Specializes in northern italian cuisine. The menu also includes steaks, our signature dish steak Deburgo, fresh fish, veal dishes and daily specials. sam and gabes opens at 11am mon-sat lunch and 5 pm mon-sat dinner. 8631 Hickman Rd, Urbandale 271-9200 www.samandgabes.com

Wine/Liquor

JT's
Featuring a wide selection of wine, domestic & imported beer & liquors. Imported cheese and other gourmet items. Celebrating 11 years of excellence! 5010 EP True Parkway, WDM. 224-2997

Wine Experience
The Wine Experience is Central Iowa's most complete, full-service fine wine and gourmet food center. We offer more than 2,800 wine labels, unique gourmet foods, hard-to-find fine cheeses, wine accessories and custom-made gift baskets. From free samples while you browse, to weekly wine education classes and dinners, discover for yourself why it's all about taste at The Wine Experience. 7696 Hickman Rd., Windsor Heights. 252-8798
Jordan Creek Mall, in Younkers, WDM. 457-8577

Mediterranean

Mosaix
Warm ocean breezes, savory food, hospitality, and fine wine. At Mosaix, I wanted to recreate the hospitable atmosphere and memorable meals I have enjoyed in my travels. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!
5014 EP True Parkway, WDM. 226-3450

Ethnic

King & I
Authentic Thai Cuisine with many new menu items from Thailand. Fine dining with beer and wine served. Select American menu items also available. Please come and enjoy with our Thai family!
1821 22nd Street, WDM. 440-2075

Bistros/Fine Dining

43 Restaurant & Wine Bar
Featuring innovative food from teh kitchen of Chef/Owner Jeremy Morrow. Extensive wine list including over 30 wines by glass. Enjoy a lively cokctail hour at the martini and wine bar. Private dining spaces for your special occassions. Cocktails from 4p.m. Monday through Friday. Dinner at 5 p.m. seven days a week.
Tenth St, between Walnut & Mulberry, Des Moines. 362-5224

801 Steak and Chop
The ambience, menu, professionalism and service make 801 one of Des Moines most prestigious dining experiences. Located in the heart of downtown, 801
is renown for business lunches, receptions, and holiday parties. 801 Grand Avenue, #200, DM. 288-6000

Bistro Montage
Offering contemporary French cuisine and wine bar. View a complete menu and wine list at www.bistromontage.com. Urban. Distinctive. Ambiance. 2724 Ingersoll, Des Moines. 557-1924

Centro
An Italian urban eatery featuring specialty pizza, picatta and everything in between - pastas, steaks, seafood and great desserts. Open for lunch and dinner. Think of Centro for your next private event or special occasion.
1007 Locust, Des Moines. 248-1780

25th St. Café
Casual fine dining establishment serving American inspired cuisine. With nightly specials, Tuesday through Thursday, and Sunday brunch. We also offer off-site catering and private parties.
1229 25th St., Des Moines. 255-0535

Phat Chef's
Casual dining with a wine bar and relaxing outdoor patio. For lunch enjoy gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, and salads made fresh with locally grown produce. Dinner menu includes creative entrees and season items. 1300 50th Street, WDM. 327-9211

Iowa Room
We invite you to sample our blend of contemporary Midwestern cuisine and flavorful specialty items. Our unique selection of steaks, seafood and starters is sure to please the most discriminating diner.
401 Locust, DM. 244-2151

Local Products

Wallace Farms and
Nick's Wild Fish
Wallace Farms' grass-fed beef combines the superior health benefits of forage-raised animals with a rare promise of consistency in two critical areas - taste and tenderness. Nick's Wild Fish offers you wild Alaskan Sockeye salmon from the glacier-fed waters of the Cook Inlet. P.O. Box 446, Vinton. (319) 472-5638

Picket Fence
Taste the quality and difference in local dairy products fresh from the farm! Our own non-homogenized milk, creamery butter, ice cream, our own beef and pork, and many more local products! 1447 S. Ave., Woodward.
438-COWS / Also at DM Metro Market

Mexican

Mazatlan Mexican
Restaurant
Authentic Mexican food. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Open daily at 11 am. Take out available.
9974 Swanson Blvd., Clive. 334-9693

Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
Authentic Mexican food. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Open daily at 11 am. Take out available.
8801 University Avenue #29, Clive. 457-8900

Alternative Dining

What's for Dinner,
Des Moines?
We are a fun place to come and custom-assemble 12 of 14 recipes in about two hours. It is not a restaurant, or a carryout service - it is a meal alternative for people looking to save time and money and enjoy a family meal at home.
800 South 50th St. Ste.103 West Des Moines, IA 440-6101 www.whatsfordinner.com

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