Below is a list of attractions in Des Moines. Click on the + next to each session or the title itself or the full list of options.
Breakfast
- Gong Fu Tea
- Relaxed, stylish teahouse serving many types of loose-leaf tea, plus a store with accessories.
- Mars Coffee Bar
- Opened in 2014 and nestled in the heart of Des Moines’ East Village. Our coffee bar location offers a space for you to get a quick coffee, or espresso drink on the go. The purpose of the coffee bar is to provide a quick and finely crafted experience for our customers. From the unique single origin beans on roast to the newly opened seating area to host meetings within RAYGUN with free WiFi available. Mars Coffee Bar is the perfect place for relaxing after shopping in the East Village.
- Nosh Eatery
- We have a variety of smoothie flavors, bagels, toasts, kombucha, coffee, greek yogurt bowls, steel cut oats, frozen yogurts, and more!
- Scenic Route Bakery
- Scenic Route Bakery is a bakery and café located in the East Village of Des Moines, Iowa. We serve pastries, Intelligentsia coffee and espresso drinks, lunch and all kinds of sweets! We also have a selective list of beer and wine.
lunch & dinner
- Alba Restaurant
- Located in the Historic East Village of Des Moines, Alba is recognized for its contemporary American cuisine, as well as its 1950's Art Modern exterior and its unconventional interior. Besides the colorful artwork that adorns the walls, one of the most noted features of restaurant is the colorful mix of wood-panel doors that suspend from the ceiling. In addition to the dining room and seasonal patio, Alba also offers a full-service wine bar. The space's long-winding bar and high-top tables are a great way to experience Alba's cuisine in a more casual environment.
- Clyde’s Fine Diner
- Reimagined diner classics, cocktails, and more.
- Dirt Burger
- We are a vegan, quick service restaurant with Flavor and attitude!
- HoQ
- We believe the best meals begin with the best ingredients. That’s why approximately 90% of our ingredients come from local farms. We feature grass-fed beef and lamb, and pasture-raised chicken and duck. All are raised without the use of hormones, antibiotics, steroids or cages. Our butter and cream come from grass-fed cows and we use local organic or chemical-free produce. Our seafood is sustainably sourced from responsible fishing communities. The majority of our menu is gluten-free and we offer many unique
- Lucca
- Italian
- Quintons
- Neighborhood watering hole & eatery serving traditional American eats in a low-key setup.
- St. Kilda Surf & Turf
- St. Kilda Surf & Turd offers healthy modern fish dishes, souvlaki, all day breakfast, salads, bites and artisanal coffee beverages featuring Counter Culture Coffee, and a full bar serving cocktails, beer, and wine.
- The Continental
- For the people. Des Moines’ original craft cocktail lounge, since 2005. We offer a variety of seasonal cocktails, great wines, craft beers, artisanal spirits, and house made shared plates, sandwiches and salads.
- The Iowa Taproom
- The Iowa Taproom supports the growing tradition of diversity, creativity and excellence in Iowa beer. We also celebrate all of Iowa, from the farms to small towns and larger cities. We salute the famous Iowa work ethic and seek to honor our state’s heritage through reuse of historic materials in our décor, including our 1880s bar-top salvaged from a bar in Jewell, reclaimed barn wood, historic signs, grain bins, machinery parts, salvaged furniture and more.
- The Republic
- Located on the sixth floor of the AC Hotel in downtown Des Moines, The Republic on Grand hangs its hat on elevated spirits, exquisite city views and its plush ambiance. Sip on a handcrafted cocktail by itself or pair it with an artisanal chef favorite – offering everything from charcuterie boards and small bites, to flatbreads and sliders.
- Zombie Burger
- Famous for inventive flavor combos in a “post-apocalyptic chic” setting, Zombie Burger fast food with a culinary edge. A GOREmet eatery evoking classic roadside burger stands of the 1970’s, the restaurant pairs fresh ingredients with expert preparation. Zombie Burger features its own custom three-cut beef burger blend, specially-crafted artisan buns and hand-mixed shakes – and a commitment to producing the best burger anywhere.
- Blu Thai & Sushi
- Sushi and Thai
- Truman’s Pizza Tavern
- Pizza
bars
- Beachwood Lounge
- A mix of domestic and craft beers. Along with a wide variety of liquors. Outdoor patio.
- Peace Tree Brewing
- Our Des Moines Branch is an industrial, yet cozy taproom located in a renovated Quonset hut in the East Village in downtown Des Moines. The family-friendly space has a relaxed atmosphere and is the perfect place to gather with co-workers, friends and family to enjoy Peace Tree’s fresh, local beer. Visit in the warmer months and enjoy a cold brew on our outdoor patio. There is also plenty of vehicle and bike parking.
- The Iowa Taproom
- The Iowa Taproom supports the growing tradition of diversity, creativity and excellence in Iowa beer. We also celebrate all of Iowa, from the farms to small towns and larger cities. We salute the famous Iowa work ethic and seek to honor our state’s heritage through reuse of historic materials in our décor, including our 1880s bar-top salvaged from a bar in Jewell, reclaimed barn wood, historic signs, grain bins, machinery parts, salvaged furniture and more.
- The Locust Tap
- Neighborhood tavern since 1937; Des Moines’ oldest bar
- The Republic
- Located on the sixth floor of the AC Hotel in downtown Des Moines, The Republic on Grand hangs its hat on elevated spirits, exquisite city views and its plush ambiance. Sip on a handcrafted cocktail by itself or pair it with an artisanal chef favorite – offering everything from charcuterie boards and small bites, to flatbreads and sliders.
shopping
Learn more about each store by visiting https://eastvillagedesmoines.com/explore/shop-the-east-village/
- Raygun
- Accessories, Art, Bath & Beauty, Books & Music, Cards & Stationery, Children's Apparel, Furniture, Jewelry, Local & Handmade, Men's Apparel, Open Mondays, Open Sundays, Shoes, Shop, Specialty, Women's Apparel
- Aimee
- Accessories, Current Member, Jewelry, Shoes, Specialty, Women's Apparel
- Porch Light Antiques
- Accessories, Antiques, Current Member, Furniture, Local & Handmade, Specialty
- Wanderlust
- Accessories, Art, Bath & Beauty, Children's Apparel, Furniture, Local & Handmade, Shoes, Women's Apparel
- Domestica
- Accessories, Art, Cards & Stationery, Children's Apparel, Jewelry, Local & Handmade,
- AllSpice Culinarium
- Baking, Extracts, Olive oils, Spices, Vinegars, Grocery & Sundries, Specialty
- Look @ You
- Accessories, Women's Apparel
- West Elm
- Chain retailer offering a huge selection of modern furniture, home accessories & kitchen items.
- Ephemera Stationary Studio
- Cards & Stationery, Design Services, Jewelry, Local & Handmade, Services, Specialty
- Leona Ruby
- Accessories, Art, Bridal, Jewelry, Local & Handmade, Shop, Women's Apparel
- Eden
- Bath & Beauty, Shop, Specialty
- Sticks
- Accessories, Art, Cards & Stationery, Furniture, Jewelry, Local & Handmade
- Reclaimed
- Antiques, Current Member, Furniture