Food scene
Fantastic Mexican Food, one of the best in the area. Nothing fancy, just great atmosphere and great food. One of our top go-to places.
EL MARIACHI
5825 Merle Hay RdFantastic Mexican Food, one of the best in the area. Nothing fancy, just great atmosphere and great food. One of our top go-to places.
Texas Roadhouse
8744 Northpark DrGreat Steakhouse
Wasabi Johnston
8481 Chambery BlvdExcellent Sushi
Gusto Pizza Co
2301 Ingersoll AveGreat Local Pizza
Starbucks
5250 86th StEveryone needs to know where the closest starbucks is!
El Bait Shop
200 SW 2nd StMassive beer selection and solid bar food
Central Standard Craft Beer & Burgers
1222 SE University AveSit down restaurant with amazing food
Neighborhoods
Up and coming neighborhood in the downtown Des Moines area. Lots of shops, local food, and bars.
64 locals recommend
East Village
Up and coming neighborhood in the downtown Des Moines area. Lots of shops, local food, and bars.
Activities
Iowa farming-history exhibits on a 500-acre site with an 1875 village & educational programs.
20 locals recommend
Living History Farms
11121 Hickman RdIowa farming-history exhibits on a 500-acre site with an 1875 village & educational programs.
MB2 Raceway
1350 SE Gateway DrIndoor Go Kart Racing
Family friendly games, food, bar, and more. Great spot to check out for families
23 locals recommend
SMASH PARK
6625 Coachlight DrFamily friendly games, food, bar, and more. Great spot to check out for families
Sightseeing
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
1330 Grand AveSculpture park in downtown Des Moines
Grocery
Hy-Vee
8701 Douglas AveVery nice grocery with large selection. Recommend for larger grocery trips
Brewery
515 Brewing Company
7700 University AveFamily friendly and craft beers