Guidebook for Des Moines
Food Scene
The most amazing French pastries in town! Can get busy on a Saturday morning but well worth the wait.
46 locals recommend
La Mie Bakery
841 42nd StThe most amazing French pastries in town! Can get busy on a Saturday morning but well worth the wait.
University Library Cafe
3506 University AveGreat beer selection and a good spot if you're looking for a big breakfast.
Unique food combinations with a really neat atmosphere. Be sure to check out the rooftop bar.
Reed's Hollow
2710 Beaver AveUnique food combinations with a really neat atmosphere. Be sure to check out the rooftop bar.
Mars Cafe
2318 University AveEatery A
2932 Ingersoll AveSimon's
5800 Franklin AveThe High Life Lounge
200 Southwest 2nd StreetFlying Mango
4345 Hickman RdSnookies Malt Shop
1810 Beaver AveParks & Nature
Grays Lake
Great people watching along the walking trail around the lake.
Cute neighborhood park, best to check out in the early spring for the daffodils that pop up everywhere on the hillside near the pond.
Witmer Park
1610 34th StCute neighborhood park, best to check out in the early spring for the daffodils that pop up everywhere on the hillside near the pond.
Brown's Woods
465 Brown's Woods DriveWalnut Woods State Park
3155 Walnut Woods DrLedges State Park
1515 P AveYellow Banks Park
6801 SE 32nd AveArts & Culture
Des Moines Art Center
4700 Grand AveSightseeing
Be sure to check out the law library for something that feels straight out of a hairy potter book. Don't miss out on the the free tour (they'll walk you up to the top of the dome!)
56 locals recommend
Iowa State Capitol
1007 E Grand AveBe sure to check out the law library for something that feels straight out of a hairy potter book. Don't miss out on the the free tour (they'll walk you up to the top of the dome!)
Essentials
Price Chopper
3425 Ingersoll AveHy-Vee Drugstore
4100 University AveGetting Around
Dart Central Station
620 Cherry StDrinks & Nightlife
The Lift
222 4th StWednesday is Martini Night always an interesting crowd
515 Brewing Company
7700 University AveConfluence Brewing Company
1235 Thomas Beck RdAlluvial Brewing Company
3715 W 190th StReclaimed Rails Brewing Company
101 Main St SEPeace Tree Brewing Company - Des Moines Branch
317 E Court AveThe Republic on Grand
401 E Grand Ave