Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Capitol View South, Des Moines

Ben B. • October 9, 2017I wish I had a place like this at home. All Iowa brews, tasty appetizers, and knowledgeable bar staff.

Steph • March 7, 2015Great pastries-love the cinnamon rolls! The honeybee coffee is just right. And, delish soup and sandwiches for lunch!

Estepha F. • October 3, 2017An absolute gem for tea lovers. Try the Kenyan Green Tea!

Eric M. • August 1, 2015The pork tenderloin is huge but delicious! The spiked milk shakes are definitely a great dessert!

Christian B. • July 18, 2013A layered approach to fine cuisine. Each bite has more to reveal. Hip, modern decor and a relaxed, yet professional wait staff. An excellent dining option!

Mike S. • May 4, 2018It’s ALL good here. We had the volcano, captain crunch & the STT. Each was fantastic!

Joshua P. • May 15, 2016Sangrias on Sunday's are the best!

Jason C. • October 23, 2015Great espresso. Tasty croissants. Friendly staff.

Riley B. • December 2, 2012Great atmosphere, helpful staff and fun menu. I got the burger trio with no buns. It was a grass fed beef burger, lamb burger and salmon burger with white/sweet potato fries. Super tasty!

Colleen J. • April 10, 2014I love the Taziki dip w/pita bread, the Shwarma chicken wrap and the lentil soup.

Theo P. • July 26, 2018The rooftop bar is a great place to take your loved one for a drink or to eat. Food is really nice and they have a small but tasty selection of beers. Cocktails are great too. All this with views.

Jazmine B. • March 13, 2017Best cupcakes ever! We're having them cater our wedding. Love the creme brûlée cupcakes 💕

Ted C. • June 13, 2016Great sandwiches and entrees, drinks and superior service staff. Very welcoming.

Abigayle V. • August 29, 2012i love this place, friendly people and a great hip atmosphere! freaking awesome:)

Zachary B. • October 25, 2011Very chill, a great summer hangout. Not too many bars like this around.

Kristen W. • April 25, 2013Fantastic lunch, amazing dinner. One of the best in DSM.

Alisha L. • November 6, 2015Margaritas are fantastic and the staff are super friendly!

Juice Magazine • July 20, 2012With a considerable wine list and a nice selection of domestic and microbrew beers, try an appetizer plate of citrus hummus, mashed black beans and pico de gallo with toasted pita points.

Kelsey J. • September 4, 2011You must try the Quinton's Special Gin and Tonic. Made with homemade tonic. Best I've ever had! Ask for it special, though!

Emily H. • March 15, 2020Cute spot for breakfast with an antique store, offers a vegan menu in addition to breakfast staples. The John Henry hash brown platter (fried chicken, sausage gravy & eggs on hash browns) was amazing

Colleen J. • February 26, 2014For the winter, their tomato bisque and truffled grilled cheese is excellent.

Nathan W. • June 10, 2019Blu is my favorite Thai food experience in Des Moines! The flavors are fresh and you can customize your own spice level. The staff here are always warm and friendly. My go-to dish is the Pad Thai.

Erik L. • December 2, 2019Cheese balls and the Mahomes

Juice Magazine • October 5, 2011AJ’s looks like any other bar, until the big beer cooler catches your eye. Stocked with 61 different cans and bottles (plus 5 on tap), AJ’s has a much broad selection: http://dmreg.com/NEOt0N

Angelos L. • March 26, 2023A little corner of Greece in Des Moines! Great souvlaki, saganaki, and baklava!

Jaime B. • July 26, 2019Old school beers in cans, 6 taps, cocktails.

Samantha S. • March 27, 2013Friends said the chicken panini was amazing. The juicy juicy burger is, well, deliciously juicy.

Jill W. • July 26, 2013The bartenders and owner are great people.

Jon T. • January 8, 2010Freak (Your sub was so fast)

Megan M. • November 28, 2010Peace Tree Hop Wrangler in bottles! Great local IPA!