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
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.
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
4040 Merle Hay RoadDes 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
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!
Chick-Fil-A
6555 Mills Civic ParkwayWest 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
2601 Adventureland DriveAltoona, 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
1301 Buckeye AvenueAmes, 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
1425 Southwest Vintage ParkwayAnkeny, 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
5950 Northwest 86th StreetJohnston, 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
4337 Park AvenueDes 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
9350 University AvenueWest 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
1480 22nd StreetWest 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
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.