Tag: Lunch

  • Eatery A (Des Moines, IA) Review

    Eatery A (Des Moines, IA) Review

    Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 5* Service: 5* You will love a stop here for your next meal out…and if you want to sample a few things at a bargain price, they have one of the best true 1/2 price Happy Hours in the area!

  • Angry Goldfish Pub and Eatery (Des Moines, IA) Review

    Angry Goldfish Pub and Eatery (Des Moines, IA) Review

    Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 5* This place is definitely worth a stop and next time we’ll try to go again on a Tuesday and remember their Burger & Pint special.

  • The Chicken (West Des Moines, IA) Review

    The Chicken (West Des Moines, IA) Review

    4.2* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 5* Service: 4* While this is a bit out of the way for us, we did enjoy our stop for dinner and would recommend it if you are in the area.

  • Wilson’s Orchard & Cider House (Cumming, IA) Review

    Wilson’s Orchard & Cider House (Cumming, IA) Review

    Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 5* We were drawn by the opportunity to pick our own strawberries, given how disappointing the flavor of most purchased in the store are – and not only did we love the strawberries, the meatballs and strawberry sundae were also delicious!

  • Fiesta Jalapeno’s (Ankeny, IA) Review

    Fiesta Jalapeno’s (Ankeny, IA) Review

    Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 5* Service: 4* I loved the lively, open atmosphere and would likely return if in the area again in the future.

  • Mojo Federal Swine & Spirits (Lakeland, FL) Review

    Mojo Federal Swine & Spirits (Lakeland, FL) Review

    Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 5* The next time you find yourself in Lakeland and looking for some good BBQ, stop by Mojo Federal Swine & Spirits.

  • Tiki Docks (Riverview, FL) Review

    Tiki Docks (Riverview, FL) Review

    ★★★★★ 5.0* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 5* Service: 5* For a combination of unique and tasty food in a great location on the river with top-end service and a reasonable value, you will love Tiki Docks! Click the link for full review, pictures and more details.

  • Uptown Bar & Grill (Grimes, IA) Review

    Uptown Bar & Grill (Grimes, IA) Review

    4.0* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 3* Value: 4* Service: 4* 04/30/2023 We have been back a time or 2 since my first post in 2021, but didn’t eat a meal again until today. My wife was hungry for a hamburger and thought they looked good the last time that we were there with…

  • Cancun Grill and Cantina (Urbandale, IA) Review

    Cancun Grill and Cantina (Urbandale, IA) Review

    4.2* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 3* Service: 3* Both the food and drinks make it worth a stop…with easy access just off of I80/I35.

  • Chicago Speakeasy (Des Moines, IA) Review

    Chicago Speakeasy (Des Moines, IA) Review

    4.0* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 3* (Maybe) Total check/person: $44 Chicago gangster-themed restaurant with one of the best salad bars in the area and an amazing Seafood Lasagna dish that you have to try!

  • Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub (Minneapolis, MN) Review

    Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub (Minneapolis, MN) Review

    4.4* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $41 Exceptional smoked meats, scrumptious fries, and an extensive variety of quality in-house brewed beers make this a must-visit destination.

  • Coconut Thai (Edina, MN) Review

    Coconut Thai (Edina, MN) Review

    4.4* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 3* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $33 A modern and attractive atmosphere with great Thai food in Edina makes the Coconut Thai a restaurant that you’ll want to experience in person.

  • Cosi Cucina Italian Grill (Clive, IA) Review

    Cosi Cucina Italian Grill (Clive, IA) Review

    4.8* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $40 A local Italian favorite that rivals the high-end national chains – if you like Italian, you will want to give this place a try!

  • The Club Car (Clive, IA) Review

    The Club Car (Clive, IA) Review

    4.25* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* Nice little gem with great food, friendly service and unique / delicious cocktails in Clive.

  • Flight Bar and Grille (Huxley, IA) Review

    Flight Bar and Grille (Huxley, IA) Review

    ★★★★★ 4.75* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 5* If you’re looking for a great burger – this place won’t disappoint and is only a short drive north of Des Moines – with an awesome atmosphere and great service!

  • The Tavern Grill (West Des Moines, IA) Review

    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!

  • Central Standard (Waukee, IA) Review

    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!

  • Either-Or (Des Moines, IA) Review

    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.

  • Cooper’s on 5th (West Des Moines) Review

    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.

  • The Beerhouse (Urbandale, IA) Review

    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.