Best Des Moines Restaurants?

[CyBroncos]

A few of my favorites that I don't think were mentioned.

Steaks - Nicks Bar and Grill and Flemings.

Thai - Cool Basil

I've been wanting to try Nick's...can anyone give me some info on it (menu, prices, etc.)

 

[wartknight]

Didn't read through the whole thread, but there is a new pizza joint in West Glen that I have been very impressed with since the start- Coach's pizza. Great stuff.

 

[wartknight]

Oh, and the Nieman ranch pork chop at Djangos may be the closest thing to heaven on a plate you will find.

 

[ISU4Life]

Haven't read the whole thread, but a lot of mention of Tasty Taco's which I love but I would vote for Henry J's on the south side for one of the best fried tacos around.

 

[arrrgh11]

Yeah, I've been there a couple times. It's pricey, but the food is absolutely fantastic. Whatever you do, save room for the dessert sampler platter.

Also been there a few times. The food is fantastic. I believe that they were named Restaurant of the Year in Des Moines for 2010.

 

[Al_4_State]

Haven't read the whole thread, but a lot of mention of Tasty Taco's which I love but I would vote for Henry J's on the south side for one of the best fried tacos around.

When it comes to food, it just seems like everything's better on the south side. I guess they have to have something to hang their hat on.

Wow. Who "treats" downtown DM like downtown Chicago or Manhatten and while you're at it, can you explain what that looks like? This is a new one to me.

Agreed. I've lived in Grimes and WDM, and vastly prefer living in DM proper. I don't go to Court Ave a lot, but I love the unique feel of the various neighborhoods as opposed to the general "sameness" of the suburbs. Strip malls and chain restaurants aren't my bag, baby.

 

[iowajazz]

Oh, and the Nieman ranch pork chop at Djangos may be the closest thing to heaven on a plate you will find.

I'll take the mixed grill at Django for my favorite plate in DSM. I also enjoy the raw bar there.

 

[tplumm]

Could not find an online menu. I have taken clients to dinner at Nick's and have also went casual with my family a few times. I took my 10 and 12 year old boys to Nick's earlier this year and let them order steaks...they still talk about it. This from kids who rate the quality of food by the speed with which it arrives.

Nick's has steaks, pasta, seafood, and usually a number of specials. If memory serves I think the entree's were anywhere between $15-$25...you could also get a good burger or sanwich in the $9 range.