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Des Moines To-Do
Jethro's BBQ is one of Des Moines To-Do.

1. Jethro's BBQ

3102 Forest Ave (at 31st St), Des Moines, IA
BBQ Joint · Drake · 117 tips and reviews

Jaimie D.Jaimie Duffek: Stop by for the best BBQ in town. Jethro's was featured on the Travel Channel's "Man vs. Food" in Oct. of 2010. Host, Adam Richman, took the famous "Adam Emmenecker Challenge".

Blue Moon Piano Bar is one of Des Moines To-Do.

2. Blue Moon Piano Bar

7.1
5485 Mills Civic Pkwy (West Glen Town Center), West Des Moines, IA
Piano Bar · 31 tips and reviews

Hilary H.Hilary Henak: Famous for bringing piano players from all over the country, this exciting and energetic show will have you laughing and dancing all the way through. Be sure to try the fishbowl and chicken ranch wrap

Centro is one of Des Moines To-Do.

3. Centro

9.2
1011 Locust St (at 10th St.), Des Moines, IA
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Des Moines · 98 tips and reviews

Sarah C.Sarah C: Adored by locals and famous visitors, Centro has been #1 on MetroMix's list of best restaurants in Des Moines. Start any delicious Italian dish with their deliciously unique Fried Ravioli.

Gong Fu Tea is one of Des Moines To-Do.

4. Gong Fu Tea

8.8
414 E 6th St (btw Grand & Locust), Des Moines, IA
Tea Room · East Village · 24 tips and reviews

Cecily M.Cecily Miniaci: Enjoy an extensive list of premium teas and break away from coffee in an eclectic and relaxing environment.

Java Joes Coffee House is one of Des Moines To-Do.

5. Java Joes Coffee House

7.9
214 4th St, Des Moines, IA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Des Moines · 78 tips and reviews

Hilary H.Hilary Henak: In addition to coffee, Java Joes also has a breakfast, lunch, dinner, ice cream, smoothies, beer, wine, tea, hot chocolate, and more. They offer vegetarian options and host local entertainment.

Mars Cafe is one of Des Moines To-Do.

6. Mars Cafe

8.8
2318 University Ave (btwn 23rd & 24th St.), Des Moines, IA
Coffee Shop · 101 tips and reviews
La Mie Bakery & Restaurant is one of Des Moines To-Do.

7. La Mie Bakery & Restaurant

8.7
841 42nd St (at Rollins Ave.), Des Moines, IA
Café · Drake · 63 tips and reviews

Emily L.Emily Lee: Stop into La Mie for a taste of France. Here you can get artisian breads and pastries made daily on-site. Pair the almond croissant with a cup of coffee.

Snookies Malt Shop is one of Des Moines To-Do.

8. Snookies Malt Shop

8.3
1810 Beaver Ave (at Franklin Ave.), Des Moines, IA
Ice Cream Parlor · Beaverdale · 24 tips and reviews

Hilary H.Hilary Henak: They have ice cream cones just for dogs. Need I say more? OK, this is the place to be seen on a warm summer night in the Beaverdale neighborhood. And the ice cream ain't bad either.

Woody's Smoke Shack is one of Des Moines To-Do.

9. Woody's Smoke Shack

2511 Cottage Grove Ave (btw 25th & 26th St), Des Moines, IA
BBQ Joint · Drake · 22 tips and reviews

Becca M.Becca Mataloni: In 2009, Woody's was voted "Best of the Best Barbeque Restaurants in America." It is also home to the best (free) cornbread in Iowa. Just add a little honey and it tastes even better!

RAYGUN is one of Des Moines To-Do.

10. RAYGUN

400 E Locust St (at E 4th St), Des Moines, IA
Clothing Store · East Village · 31 tips and reviews

Audrey S.Audrey S: Make sure you never forget your stint in Iowa with a 'Des Moines, hell yes!' t-shirt, or another Iowa themed shirt at this quirky East Village shop.

11. Chingy's Food Truck

2900 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA
Food Truck · 1 tip
Kirby's Food Truck is one of Des Moines To-Do.

12. Kirby's Food Truck

3rd and Court, Des Moines, IA
Food Truck · Downtown Des Moines · No tips or reviews

13. Mexican food truck

E. University (McCormick), Des Moines, IA
Taco Restaurant · No tips or reviews