The Food and Drink Guy
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The Tavern Grill (West Des Moines, IA) Review
4.6* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $40 Loved their location in Fargo, ND and are thrilled that they are now in West Des Moines!
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Central Standard (Waukee, IA) Review
4.75* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 5* Service: 5* Possibly the BEST Happy Hour in the area and a great meal afterwards – definitely order the sweet potato fries!
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Gastro Grub & Pub (Waukee, IA) Review
★★★★★ 4.5* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4*
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Either-Or (Des Moines, IA) Review
4.0* (out of 5) Food: 3* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4* Spacious, modern and lively atmosphere with a great selection of craft beers on tap, but the food still needs some work.
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Cooper’s on 5th (West Des Moines) Review
4.5* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 5* A great stop in Valley Junction for lunch or dinner…just make sure that you make reservations, as you might not get in otherwise.
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The Beerhouse (Urbandale, IA) Review
4.25* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* A solid, modern bar with above average pub food and a good selection of tap beers.
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George & the Dragon (Minneapolis, MN) Review
5.0* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 5* Service: 5* This is a bit of a rarity, as I gave a full 5* rating! In my opinion, they hit that elusive sweet spot at the top end of Food, Atmosphere, Value & Service.
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The Anchor Fish & Chips (Minneapolis, MN) Review
3.75* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 3* A solid pub experience with good food and a good selection of English tap beers at the bar.
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The Other Place (Clive, IA) Review
4.0* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* A solid local pub with above average food and service.
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Paris Banh Mi (Windsor Heights, IA) Review
4.5* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4* While it’s hard to top the great bread and fresh sandwich ingredients, you won’t want to leave without trying at least one of their desserts!
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Heirloom Market BBQ (Atlanta, GA) Review
4.0* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 3* Value: 4* Service: 5* Great smoked meats with tasty Korean sauces and sides. It ain’t fancy…but you’ll love the food and friendly service.
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Rumi’s Kitchen (Atlanta, GA) Review
4.5* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 5* Come prepared to deal with the parking and the somewhat pricey menu and leave totally satisfied from the wonderful food experience!
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Variant Brewing (Roswell, GA) Review
4.3* (out of 5) Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4* Beautiful inside and out, good craft beer selection and just a couple of block walk from the Canton Street area!
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DAS BBQ (Atlanta, GA) Review
4.25* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4* If you find yourself in the downtown area with a hunger for BBQ, this is definitely a solid stop.
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Lola’s Burger & Tequila Bar (Roswell, GA) Review
4.75* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 5* Great food options with a modern and unique decor – paired with great service made this a must-stop on later trips to the area.
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AJ’s Steakhouse (Altoona, IA) Review
3.5* (out of 5) Food: 3* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 3* A convenient stop at the casino with a classy first impression, but the food and service leave me unable to recommend AJ’s Steakhouse.
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Putts & Pins (West Des Moines, IA) Review
4.0* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* A solid stop to entertain children and adults, with good food and beverages for both to enjoy.
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Mulberry Street Tavern (Des Moines, IA) Review
4.25* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 3* Service: 4* Classy, high-end tavern with great food in the Surety Hotel. Click on the link for the full review with pictures and more details.
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Barn Town Brewing (West Des Moines, IA) Review
4.0* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* Above average beers and bar food…you won’t go wrong with a stop here. Click on the link for a full review with pictures and more details.
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The Brickyard Downtown (Chandler, AZ) Review
4.75* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 5* Service: 4* Fantastic food taste, quality and presentation with above average service in a great atmosphere. Tapas plates (little smaller) but prices are offset appropriately.
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