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Mary Kate Wachtel: Take a trip back in time and try on some funky vintage outfits at Atomic Garage, then head over to Nan’s Nummies, an old-fashioned soda fountain and candy shop.
101 Jordan Creek Pkwy (Jordan Creek Town Center), West Des Moines, IA
Movie Theater · 63 tips and reviews
Tyler Osby: Join their email list. You'll get weekly coupons that make the ridiculous concession prices become just slightly more expensive than reasonable.
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.
2511 Cottage Grove Ave (btw 25th & 26th St), Des Moines, IA
BBQ Joint · Drake · 22 tips and reviews
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!
Jaimie Duffek: A celebrated tradition by Drake students, alumni and the Iowa community, the Drake Relays is an annual track and field event. It's become one of the largest/most important meets in the U.S.
Norah Carroll: The flatbread pizzas are perfect to share (or to eat by yourself). Daily specials take the price down to $6 per pizza between 4-6pm and after 9pm M-F, or between noon-5pm on Saturday or Sunday.