Restaurants near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

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1. Oceanside Grill

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4.1

Excellent(8)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Ankeny

Booked 2 times today

At Oceanside Grill, we are committed to providing our patrons with the freshest seafood and steak around. We have excellent cocktails and menu items for all budgets.

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2. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(224)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Des Moines

Booked 25 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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3. AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino

4.5

Awesome(1139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Des Moines

Booked 9 times today

AJ’s Steakhouse proudly serves renowned Iowa steaks and chops, seafood and poultry in a classy, yet comfortably casual, atmosphere. Located inside Iowa's premier gaming and entertainment venue, AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows invites you to enjoy some of the best American cuisine you'll find anywhere in central Iowa. We promise that our outstanding menu and attentive service will leave you truly satisfied. Join us soon for an unforgettable dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. Check out our full menu online. Then stop in and indulge yourself with all that our award-winning chefs can prepare for you.Book your next big event at the AJ’s Steakhouse Party Room. A comfortable room, elegant table setting, customized menu with world-class wines, and dedicated staff providing gracious service.

4. Fresko

4.7

Exceptional(1229)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 47 times today

“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.

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5. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

4.9

Exceptional(3225)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines

Booked 36 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.

6. The Latin King

4.6

Exceptional(233)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Des Moines

Booked 23 times today

The Latin King restaurant was founded in 1947 by Rose and Jim Pigneri, who immigrated from Terravecchia, Italy to Des Moines. Rose and Jim wanted to bring authentic Italian fare to Des Moines and began this undertaking in earnest upon selling their home to finance the Latin King restaurant lease, which had previously operated as the Cinderella Sandwich Shop (circa 1930) and the Chanticleer Restaurant (circa 1937). Pigneri named the Latin King after New York City’s Latin Quarter and operated the Latin King for 35 years, notably taking only 10 days of vacation time during his tenure. Pigneri sold the Latin King to his third cousin Bob Tursi in 1983.

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7. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

4.4

Awesome(686)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Des Moines

Booked 37 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. The combining of separate reservations will not be honored. We look forward to seeing you soon! We are currently closed on Monday's

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8. Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar

3.9

Excellent(308)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Urbandale

Booked 6 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!

9. Alba Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(425)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 12 times today

Alba offers a creative culinary twist on traditional American cuisine. Dishes are prepared using fresh seasonal ingredients, the finest cuts of meat, and the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs. Our menu changes often, we invited you to join us to discover a new favorite.

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10. Mulberry Street Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(590)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Des Moines

Booked 20 times today

Mulberry Street Tavern brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Des Moines. Once a hub for the city transit, it is now adorned with rich woods, leather, and a zinc bar that create a warm and timeless social destination. The open-hearth kitchen produces shareable worldly tavern fare, hearty entrees and, hands down, the best burger in Des Moines. Enjoy perfect classic cocktails, eclectic award-winning wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers on draught.

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Paul
Iowa •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great dining option to celebrate special occasions! Food was delicious and specials were outstanding
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801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines
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4.9
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MarikaVIP
Nebraska •66 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The large selection of vegetarian options is so great. Service might have been considered slow, but allowed for uninterrupted conversation.
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Eatery APrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Des Moines
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4.8
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Erin
Iowa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I have been to the new location a handful of times and it’s an amazing experience. The cocktails are spectacular and the food is delicious. The only downfall I have is how difficult it is to get into now. For two people on a weekday, you need a reservation. If you don’t have a reservation, they make you feel less than desirable. If you do have a reservation, they tell you that you need to be out by a certain time. The old location was comfortable, welcoming and reliable. I won’t stop coming because the drinks and food are fabulous, however I hope that they get their occupancy under control.
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The Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines
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4.7
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Debbie
Iowa •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Ordered the squash salad with grilled chicken. Very fresh lettuce. Excellent flavor and service was fast. Definitely will go back to try several other items on the menu.
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FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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4.7
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georgeVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Prompt, efficienr, and friendly service. Good food at good price.
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AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows CasinoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Des Moines
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4.5

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