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
Bordenaro's
6108 Southwest 9th StreetDes Moines, Iowa 50315
Delicious pizza served in a casual pizza restaurant offering seasonal outdoor seating, plus takeout and delivery options.
Chick-Fil-A
4502 University AvenueWest 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!
Jethro’s BBQ
3100 Forest AvenueDes Moines, Iowa 50311
Phone: 515-868-0888
Your Neighborhood Sports Bar. Located in DSM, Altoona, Waukee, Ankeny & Johnston. Serving Amazing Slow Smoked Meats and Drinks in Mason Jars.
Templeton Distillery at The Fort
233 Center StreetDes Moines, Iowa 50309
Phone: 515-564-8000
Templeton Distillery at The Fort is now open at Wells Fargo Arena featuring Templeton Rye inspired 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.
ATTRACTIONS
SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA
1 West Martin Luther King Junior ParkwayDes 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.