Area Restaurants & Attractions

Greater Des Moines offers so much to see and do. Jump on a B-Cycle and experience the miles of trails. Catch a drink at one of the many wineries and breweries. Or let your taste buds run wild at one of downtown Des Moines’ trendy restaurants. Greater Des Moines is happening, fresh and full of adventure.

For a full list of area restaurants and attractions, visit the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau.


RESTAURANTS

The Fort

The Fort

233 Center Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Phone: 515-564-8000

The Fort located inside Wells Fargo Arena features cocktails, local Confluence beer, and signature food items. Located on the South Side of the arena, take the stairs or elevator up to the suite level. Take in views of downtown, East Village and the Des Moines river, grab a drink, order off of our craft menu from the bar and enjoy a unique distillery experience. Open to all ticket holders.

Bordenaro's

Bordenaro's

6108 Southwest 9th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50315

Delicious pizza served in a casual pizza restaurant offering seasonal outdoor seating, plus takeout and delivery options. 

Chick-Fil-A

Chick-Fil-A

4040 Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, Iowa 50310
Phone: (515) 276-5222

Eat Mor Chikin!

Visit our Chick-Fil-A fiends on University Ave, Jordan Creek Parkway, and Civic Parkway!

Chick-Fil-A

Chick-Fil-A

4502 University Avenue
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515-280-6679

Eat Mor Chikin!

Visit our Chick-Fil-A fiends on University Ave, Jordan Creek Parkway, and Civic Parkway!

Chick-Fil-A

Chick-Fil-A

6555 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515-223-6113

Eat Mor Chikin!

Visit our Chick-Fil-A fiends on University Ave, Jordan Creek Parkway, and Civic Parkway!

Jethro's and Jake's Smokehouse Steaks - Altoona

Jethro's and Jake's Smokehouse Steaks - Altoona

2601 Adventureland Drive
Altoona, Iowa 50009
Phone: 515-957-9727

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.

Jethro's BBQ - Ames

Jethro's BBQ - Ames

1301 Buckeye Avenue
Ames, Iowa 50010
Phone: 515-598-1200

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.

Jethro’s BBQ Lakehouse - Ankeny

Jethro’s BBQ Lakehouse - Ankeny

1425 Southwest Vintage Parkway
Ankeny, Iowa 50023
Phone: 515-868-0888

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.

Jethro's BBQ Pork Chop Grill - Johnston

Jethro's BBQ Pork Chop Grill - Johnston

5950 Northwest 86th Street
Johnston, Iowa 50131
Phone: 515-421-4848

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.

Jethro's BBQ Southside

Jethro's BBQ Southside

4337 Park Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50321
Phone: 515 630 6374

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.

Jethro's BBQ Jambalaya - Waukee

Jethro's BBQ Jambalaya - Waukee

9350 University Avenue
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515-987-8686

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.

Jethro's BBQ Bacon Bacon - West Des Moines

Jethro's BBQ Bacon Bacon - West Des Moines

1480 22nd Street
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515-868-0888

Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in Ames, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.


ATTRACTIONS

SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA

SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA

1 West Martin Luther King Junior Parkway
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Phone: (515) 274-6868

Explore SCI's themed experience platforms full of hands-on exhibits, live interactive programs and demonstrations, engaging planetarium shows, larger-than-life IMAX films and so much more! From the Laughter-is-Learning Conjecture to the Really-Really-Super-Big-Screen Paradigm, a new way to discover science and fun awaits you with each visit.