Flying Mango

[dmclone]

I've lived in the DM area for about 15 years and have been to about every good restaurant. For some reason we had never been to the Flying Mango until last weekend.

DAMN!!!:arghh::arghh::arghh::arghh:

They have some great food and a nice selection of beer.

Thought I would share. Make sure you get reservations.

 

[cybsball20]

It's my favorite restaurant in Des Moines, hands down.

 

[CyBer]

Yep Flying Mango is supposed to be one of the best.

 

[danrog]

agreed. awesome brisket.

 

[dmclone]

agreed. awesome brisket.

I got the 3 meat. Ribs, sausage, and Brisket. The brisket just fell apart. The corn bread was the best I've had.

 

[ianoconnor]

Dang, I'm gonna have to go try it. I had it via catering at a friend's rehearsal dinner and was unimpressed. I'm sure the stuff at the restaurant is way better.

 

[LegendofRodA]

I got the 3 meat. Ribs, sausage, and Brisket. The brisket just fell apart. The corn bread was the best I've had.

Had this as well...very tastey. I would recommend to anyone who hasn't eaten there to give it a try. :yes:

 

[Natejj]

Their Bloody Mary is like a meal. Outstanding.

 

[Natejj]

The Big Chop is quite excellent as well. More like 3 smoked pork chops all still connected versus one "chop"

 

[Natejj]

Then there's the corn bread with honey butter. That stuff is like crack. So good.

 

[CyCrazy]

The Flying Mango is outstanding!!

 

[cyson]

Then there's the corn bread with honey butter. That stuff is like crack. So good.

Don't live in the metro. Where is it located?

 

[dmclone]

Don't live in the metro. Where is it located?

Flying Mango Catering and Restaurant

Flying Mango Restaurant and Catering
4345 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA 50310

 

[ZJohnson]

Cajun Catfish is awesome. I miss the cornbread!!!

 

[hiltonisheaven]

My favorite restaurant in town! Blackened catfish is the best I've
ever had! Same goes for the brisket and corn bread. The big chop and coyote chop are also great and my wife loves the Jenny salad. To be honest the ribs have been hit or miss for me. This is where I take my friends when they visit from out of town and all have had a great time. Tough to find tho in the mythical land of Beaverdale.

 

[BryceC]

I had the ribs and there is more meat on the ribs than you would ever expect. Half rack is plenty, and I can put it away.

 

[bosco]

I had the ribs and there is more meat on the ribs than you would ever expect. Half rack is plenty, and I can put it away.

They are probably the best ribs I've ever had.

 

[AllIowaTeams]

I love Flying Mango. It is my favorite restaurant in town. I get the corn bread with my meal every time I eat there. My personal favorite is the Chicken from the Other Side. My second favorite restaurant in town is the original Gino's over on 6th in Des Moines. Most people don't venture over there though, which is unfortunate. Fantastic food.

 

[BloodyBuddy]

Not a huge fan of Flying Mango. Maybe I didn't order the right thing. Been there twice. Did not like their ribs. Mine were blackened and really dry and tough.

 

[CyinCo]

My favorite restaurant in town! Blackened catfish is the best I've
ever had! Same goes for the brisket and corn bread. The big chop and coyote chop are also great and my wife loves the Jenny salad. To be honest the ribs have been hit or miss for me. This is where I take my friends when they visit from out of town and all have had a great time. Tough to find tho in the mythical land of Beaverdale.

I agree about the ribs. The first time I had them, they were incredible. Next time, they were wayyyy too rubbed. The season overpowered.