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A photo of Dave & Buster's - Des Moines restaurant
3.7
Very Good(128)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Des Moines
Booked 5 times today
Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.
A photo of Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar restaurant
4.0
Excellent(308)
Price: Moderate
• American • Urbandale
Booked 2 times today
Range Restaurant and Cocktail Bar is casual fine dining establishment that combines prime proteins with signature cocktails, perfectly matched with each other. Our menu is crafted with locally sourced ingredients, the unique background of two talented chefs, and served by a talented team of servers and bartenders working to make your dining experience a Range experience.You can enjoy any part of our facility individually or come and enjoy all aspects of Range with friends, family, co-workers, and teammates. You can dine in our restaurant, cocktail lounge, or our indoor golf simulators. We invite you to stop in and see what Range is all about!
A photo of Smash Park - West Des Moines restaurant
Price: Moderate
• American • West Des Moines
Booked 4 times today
Smash Park West Des Moines: Where Fun Meets Food Smash Park is more than just a restaurant; it's an entertainment destination where you can enjoy delicious food, exciting activities, and a vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a casual night out with friends, a family outing, or a team-building event, Smash Park has something for everyone. Fuel your adventures with our scratch-driven menu: Featuring a diverse selection of dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From juicy burgers and crispy wings to flavorful salads and innovative entrees. Unleash Your Competitive Spirit: Challenge your friends and family to a game of pickleball, axe throwing, duckpin bowling, or cornhole. We also have a state-of-the-art arcade and private karaoke suites. Soak in the Vibrant Atmosphere: With its modern design, comfortable seating, and lively atmosphere, Smash Park is the perfect place to relax and unwind while you enjoy a refreshing drink. Happy Hour Available Mon-Fri, 2-6pm
A photo of Roots95 restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(53)
Price: Moderate
• American • Johnston
Booked 11 times today
Welcome to ROOTS 95 Craft Kitchen and bar! Mora is taking the "Craft" part of the name very seriously. As it suggests, craft food emphasizes handcrafted, chef-driven food (versus cookie-cutter menus you see everywhere), made from fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients, often with globally inspired flavors.In addition to the entrees, you will find globally inspired pastas, handhelds, small plates & flatbreads. Full bar with handcrafted signature drinks.

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  • Kaitlyn
    Iowa •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had an earlier reservation. (4:45pm) so the environment was more on the quiet side, which was nice! Although, it picked up with many tables being filled when we were there, it still remained pretty quiet. The place is smaller than expected, so definitely need a reservation! The service and food were so good! We got the chicken carbonara, chicken Romano, grilled asparagus and truffle fries. 10/10. It was SO good. The dragon Paloma was okay, I am a huge Paloma fan. I thought it would have more flavor but lacked a lot and mainly just tasted like tequila water (but its presentation was so pretty as it was a bright deep pink, mimicking the dragon fruit color) . For dessert , we indulged in their cheesecake and tres leches. 10/10! It came with their in house berry compote , YUM!! They certainly have great food choices here, and I am going back for sure!
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    Roots95Price: Moderate• American• Johnston
    4.7
  • Alison
    Iowa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 12, 2025
    Alexis and Michael went above and beyond to accommodate our party and my daughter’s birthday special! We had phenomenal service and will be back soon!
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    Dave & Buster's - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• West Des Moines
    3.7
  • Dave and Angie
    Iowa •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 24, 2025
    Lunch was exceptional, and the service superb. First time for me and my friend, and we both will return with our spouses for dinner. The dining room is lovely. The music was a bit loud but otherwise everything was great!
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    Range Restaurant + Cocktail BarPrice: Moderate• American• Urbandale
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