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Proof

Proof

Mediterranean Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines
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8.8/10
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    Abby W.
    "scallop salad"(6 Tips)
    Shayne
    "Recommend you try the Moroccan Chicken."(2 Tips)
    Edward
    "Best falafel I've ever had (and I've had a lot if falafels)."(5 Tips)
    Mike D.
    "Had to teach that word to my fancy phone.."(2 Tips)
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  • Edward
    EdwardApril 26, 2013
    Best falafel I've ever had (and I've had a lot if falafels). Also loved the beet salad & the homemade sorbet. Delicious & beautifully presented. The server was super friendly & the prices reasonable!
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    Steffen WurJune 3, 2016
    This is maybe the best restaurant in the whole state of Iowa. We had an amazing dinner. Great food quality. The staff is gorgeous. What a wonderful evening.
  • Juice Magazine
    Juice MagazineFebruary 10, 2014
    Need a place to dine for Valentine's Day? Give Proof's blind menu a try. For $100, you and your love can enjoy a mystical four-course meal, 2 glasses of sparkling wine, and two amuse-bouche tastings. Read more
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    Bill HendrixOctober 27, 2017
    Had the scallops with octopus. Great mix of flavors and tastes. Service was excellent. Recommend.
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    Andrew LewisMarch 8, 2016
    Get the bone marrow at some point in the night, and finish off your meal with a Kentucky thoroughbred cocktail.
  • Sarah
    SarahJanuary 11, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Substantial spinach salad with crispy fruit, curried slivered almonds and crumbled cheese. Also: the falafel flatbread is delicious and filling if you're super hungry!
  • Lindsey W.
    Lindsey WindersMarch 30, 2011
    I love the soup and salad combo! Go for the spinach apple salad! It's delicious. Also, they do they're "To Go" orders quickly and very neatly. LOVE!
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    John KalishAugust 7, 2014
    Porchetta flatbread was very good, have heard good things about the scallops
  • Amanda
    AmandaApril 21, 2014
    Their cocktails are superbly crafted. Indecisive? Let Josh make a recommendation. He knows his mixology shit.
  • Michael S.heart icon on user image
    Michael SchappaughOctober 17, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Been here twice for dinner. The service is great (so is the food)!!
  • Mike D.
    Mike D-LJune 10, 2011
    Lamb burger flatbread with a void void+quinoa salad. Spring mix side salad with virtues cashews and craisins?! Mad delicious!!
  • Chris Z.heart icon on user image
    Chris ZMay 21, 2014
    Food perfectly executed. Likely the smartest wine list in the state.
  • Candy G.
    Candy GuhlMarch 8, 2013
    chris and i loved it there! food was delicious and servers were awesome!
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    Casey PattonFebruary 8, 2015
    Pork Ragu and Gnocchi was amazing
  • Alexson C.
    Alexson CJuly 22, 2011
    I've never had a bad meal here; you can't go wrong. The falafel is excellent.
  • Sam C.
    Sam CSeptember 21, 2011
    Best lunch in Des Moines: brilliant food at affordable prices. She does dinner on Fridays, too.
  • Charles B.
    Charles BranzMarch 29, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the lamb burgers. Soups of the day are always interesting and delicious.
  • Audrey D.
    Audrey Daniels WalterAugust 18, 2013
    Mussels and pork belly=best meal I have ever had!
  • Shayne
    ShayneFebruary 12, 2010
    I have been trying each dish at Proof and they have all been good. Recommend you try the Moroccan Chicken. Hmmm, now I am hungry! Read more
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    frank cataldoJuly 14, 2017
    The food is excellent
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    Zachary CrockettAugust 24, 2012
    Get a cheese plate. The selection is outstanding!
  • Kari L.
    Kari LantzJanuary 25, 2012
    Perhaps the tastiest scallop dish in the city! Try it.
  • Devin P.
    Devin PrestonOctober 27, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    I'll make this really easy for you. Everything is amazing.
  • Abby W.
    Abby WilsonNovember 16, 2010
    Try the scallop salad on the "secret menu" ... Though my gave is the Moroccan Chicken Flatbread!! Yummm
  • Mike D.
    Mike D-LJune 10, 2011
    Also. A 'void void' salad is a COUS COUS salad. Had to teach that word to my fancy phone..
  • John P.
    John PembleMarch 9, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    This is my favorite lunch restaurant in Des Moines. I’m never disappointed. Classy, smart, basic.
  • Candy G.
    Candy GuhlApril 23, 2013
    Had Falafel for the first time here. Perfect!
  • Kim W.
    Kim WallJune 16, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the scallops for lunch. You won't be disappointed!
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  • shayne h.
    shayne hustonAugust 31, 2010
    Try the new menu item Merguez Sausage on flat bread! Awesome stuff
  • Maeve R.
    Maeve RestonMay 24, 2011
    Really good salads and iced tea.
  • Marc H.
    Marc HollanderJuly 1, 2011
    best Foodie find ever! Read more
  • Kenny Y.
    Kenny YoungerOctober 1, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Scallops or lamb burgers. Unreal.
  • Shana B.
    Shana BurnsAugust 9, 2010
    I'd raved about this as a lunch spot. At dinner, our waitress was super rude for no reason. None of us will go there for dinner again.
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