Des Moines Recommendations
Favorite Eats
Lua Brewing
1525 High StreetDelicious beers, unique menu, and lovely pet-friendly patio!
An amazing menu with an ambiance to match. On the pricier side but worth every penny.
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Harbinger
2724 Ingersoll AveAn amazing menu with an ambiance to match. On the pricier side but worth every penny.
Hessen Haus
101 SW 4th StGerman comfort food in an old-world German bier hall. Das boot!
Get Outside
Get some fresh air and enjoy large modern art pieces.
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Ipharki yezibonakaliso ze-Pappajohn
1330 Grand AveGet some fresh air and enjoy large modern art pieces.
Walk, run, or bike this paved 3-mile trail around a beautiful lake.
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Grays Lake
Walk, run, or bike this paved 3-mile trail around a beautiful lake.
A heavily wooded 3-mile trail great for hiking, walking, running, or mountain biking.
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Brown's Woods
465 Brown's Woods DriveA heavily wooded 3-mile trail great for hiking, walking, running, or mountain biking.
Things to Do
SMASH PARK
6625 Coachlight DrPickleball, bocce ball, ping pong, board games, and more!
Local comedy club with both stand-up and improv shows. Check their website for show descriptions!
Teehee's Comedy Club
1433 Walnut StLocal comedy club with both stand-up and improv shows. Check their website for show descriptions!
Noce Jazz Club
1326 Walnut StListen to live jazz and enjoy a cocktail.
Shopping
Jordan Creek Town Center
101 Jordan Creek PkwyLarge indoor mall.
Outlets of Des Moines
801 Bass Pro Dr NWBeautiful outdoor outlet mall.
Valley Junction
Antiques & vintage, specialty shops, and more.
Coffee
A female-owned local favorite. Amazing pastries downtown Des Moines!
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Scenic Route Bakery
350 E Locust StA female-owned local favorite. Amazing pastries downtown Des Moines!
Smokey Row Coffee Co.
1910 Cottage Grove AveThis place is a vibe. Great ambiance and great coffee.