Country Inn By Carlson, Ankeny, IA

AIRPORT - DSM. With the option of cooking your own steak, eating at this local steak house is both adventurous and...

AIRPORT - DSM. With the option of cooking your own steak, eating at this local steak house is both adventurous and filling. The Iowa Beef Steak House serves up its food in simple décor. The ambience is rustic (farm tools hang from the walls), and the steaks are divine. Patrons can choose from 14-ounce filets to 28-ounce t-bones. Meals are accompanied by a trip to the salad bar, baked potato and tasty garlic bread.

Hours: Sun-Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. Whether you are looking for a great breakfast to start your visit to Des Moines or a late night dinner,...

DOWNTOWN. Whether you are looking for a great breakfast to start your visit to Des Moines or a late night dinner, Doozies Bar and Grill in the Embassy Suites hotel delivers to your preference. The atmosphere here is laid back and casual with carpeted floors and a sit-up bar. Fill up on gourmet sandwiches and salads, or beef up with a juicy steak to prepare you for your day in Des Moines.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - DSM. The saltwater aquarium décor may be a sign of what this contemporary restaurant does best. Splash...

AIRPORT - DSM. The saltwater aquarium décor may be a sign of what this contemporary restaurant does best. Splash Seafood Bar and Grill is located across from the Civic Center and offers a range of seafood creations. The menu is innovative and combines various culinary styles. A favorite dish is stuffed cabo poblano peppers filled with shrimp and topped with a chipotle demi-glaze. The ambience is sophisticatedly upbeat, and the service is good.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-10pm; Sat 5pm-10pm

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AIRPORT - DSM. Whether it's the mahogany furnishings or the 24-ounce Porterhouse steak, excess is key at this elegant...

AIRPORT - DSM. Whether it's the mahogany furnishings or the 24-ounce Porterhouse steak, excess is key at this elegant steak house. The 801 provides a gentlemen's club ambience and is renowned among the business crowd as the place to seal a deal. The menu is classic and the food rich. Side items come à la carte and include favorites like creamed spinach topped with cheese. Diners can also choose starters like baked escargot or lobster corn chowder. Main dishes include veal chops and Delmonico steaks, prime rib, filet mignon, and spicy chicken breast filled with crab, cheese and mushrooms.

Hours: Mon-Sat 5pm-10pm; Sun 5pm-9pm

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DOWNTOWN. This tan and berry painted Victorian building was once the Des Moines Saddlery Company. Now, as the Court...

DOWNTOWN. This tan and berry painted Victorian building was once the Des Moines Saddlery Company. Now, as the Court Avenue Brewing Company, it is one of the city's best places for lunch. The décor has several historic touches and features the large beer brewing tanks. Menu items range from fresh salads and tempting appetizers to grilled burgers and prime rib. The service is good, and the dessert options include bread pudding and ice cream.

Hours: Nov - Apr Sun-Thu 11am-Midnight; Fri-Sat 11am-2am May - Oct Sun-Thu 11am-Midnight; Fri-Sat 9am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. Java Joe's brews a mean cup of coffee. Set in an historic livery building, the décor features high...

DOWNTOWN. Java Joe's brews a mean cup of coffee. Set in an historic livery building, the décor features high ceilings, distressed brick walls, aged wooden floors, and plenty of tables and chairs. The coffee house sells teas and coffee in bulk or by the cup to customers, who span from young college crowd to business professionals. Java and drink choices include lattes, espressos and cappuccinos, as well as mochas, chai and hot teas. Eating options range from ginger curry pitas to make-your-own sandwiches. Java Joe's is best known for its desserts, and choices include cookies, cakes, pastries, scones and biscotti. The ambience is cozy and the coffee house is spacious, so seating is almost always available.

Hours: Mon-Thu 6:30am-11pm; Fri-Sat 6:30am-Midnight; Sun 6:30am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express

AIRPORT - DSM. The menu is diverse, and the beers are a sure thing at this lively local eatery. The Rock Bottom...

AIRPORT - DSM. The menu is diverse, and the beers are a sure thing at this lively local eatery. The Rock Bottom Restaurant's décor is basic, but locals and tourists flock here for the food, drinks and live entertainment. Menu entrées run the gamut and include culinary creations like Adobo-Crusted Pork Loin, Wild Mushroom Swiss Burger, and a variety of pastas, sandwiches and salads. The Rock Bottom also features a nice selection of beer-batter breads. The ambience is festive, and beers are brewed in house!

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - DSM. Whether it's the Santa Fe Chicken or the California Pizza, a meal at J. Benjamin's is bound to be tasty....

AIRPORT - DSM. Whether it's the Santa Fe Chicken or the California Pizza, a meal at J. Benjamin's is bound to be tasty. The local restaurant is renowned for its homemade sauces and marinades. Entrées range from tuna salads and spice ribs to steaks and sandwiches. The service is good, and the décor includes plush booths that have comfortable seating.

Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-9pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - DSM. Locally acclaimed, this may be the best breakfast spot in Des Moines. The Waveland Café's décor...

AIRPORT - DSM. Locally acclaimed, this may be the best breakfast spot in Des Moines. The Waveland Café's décor features walls faux-painted with windows and sconces, as well as coffee mugs lined on pegs behind the sit-down counter. The menu features home-style cooking, and breakfast is served all day. Diners can savor a made-to-order meal while enjoying the eclectic touches of purple polka dot curtains and the interesting ambience. The clientele runs the gamut from college kids to society mavens.

Hours: Mon-Wed 7am-1pm; Thu, Sat-Sun 7am-2pm; Fri 6am-5pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - DSM. With food that is fresh and well prepared, dining at the Bistro Montage is quite satisfying. The menu...

AIRPORT - DSM. With food that is fresh and well prepared, dining at the Bistro Montage is quite satisfying. The menu features items like foie gras on chunks of apple-filled spring rolls, and beef medallions served with blue cheese mashed potatoes and green beans ­ remember this is the heartland! The décor is tasteful and features red walls and tiled floors as well as a montage of black and white artistic photography along the walls. One of the restaurant's highlights is its flourless chocolate cake with raspberry sauce. The service is friendly and accessible, and the clientele is diverse.

Hours: Tue-Thu 5pm-9pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club