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AJ's on East Court |
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| This new upscale bar in the East Village serves top shelf drinks and more than 80 bottled beers. Open 3 p.m. - 2 a.m. |
419 E. Court Ave. see map (515) 282-1888 |
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Alba Restaurant |
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| Contemporary American Cuisine - now open for lunch Wednesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and dinner Tuesday - Saturday, 5 p.m. - close. |
524 E. 6th Street see map (515) 244-0261 |
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Brenton Skating Plaza |
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| Ice skating in the winter and lunch on the plaza in the summer, there's a reason for every season. Bike rentals are also available through October. Visit Brenton Skating Plaza's Web site |
520 Robert D. Ray Drive see map (515) 284-1000 |
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Doozies Bar & Grill |
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| Fine American cuisine within a fun, sporty environment. Located in Embassy Suites on the river. |
101 E. Locust see map (515) 244-1700 |
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Gong Fu Tea |
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| A relaxing, Asian-inspired atmosphere, with many loose-leaf teas and tea inspired accessories to choose from. Visit Gong Fu Tea's Web site |
414 East 6th St. see map (515) 288-3388 |
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Lucca |
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| Fresh-baked bread, sandwiches, pasta, homemade soups and organic salads. Visit Lucca's Web site |
420 E. Locust St. see map (515) 243-1115 |
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Riverwalk Cafe at the Botanical Center |
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| Tasty sandwiches, soups, salads and pastas, located in the Des Moines Botanical Center. Visit Riverwalk Cafe at the Botanical Center's Web site |
909 Robert D. Ray Drive see map (515) 323-6288 |
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The Grand Piano Bistro |
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| Live music and great food. Home of Pianopalooza. Open for lunch and dinner. Visit The Grand Piano Bistro's Web site |
506 E. Grand see map (515) 243-2380 |
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The House of Bricks |
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| Restaurant/bar featuring the best of Des Moines’ live music scene. Menu includes sandwiches, burgers, and salads. Visit The House of Bricks's Web site |
535 E. Grand Ave. see map (515) 727-4370 |
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The Village Bean |
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| A wide variety of delicious coffees, smoothies, soups, sandwiches and desserts, with wireless Internet connection. |
400 E. Locust St. see map (515) 309-0133 |
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Baby Boomers |
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| Traditional fare at reasonable prices. Burgers and blue plate specials. Nothing fancy, just good. |
313 E. Locust St. see map (515) 244-9107 |
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Ban Thai |
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| Exotic Thai cuisine in an intimate, soothing and harmonious atmosphere. |
215 E. Walnut see map (515) 244-4749 |
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Café Baratta's |
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| Located in the State Historical Museum, you can enjoy bistro fare lunches and desserts at the new Café Baratta’s. Visit Café Baratta's's Web site |
600 E. Locust see map (515) 281-3294 |
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Chef Joe's Place |
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| Cozy spot with menu ranging from paninis to nachos. Most noted for build-your-own pasta and omelet menus. |
621 Des Moines St. see map (515) 243-9131 |
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Miyabi 9 |
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| Miyabi 9 specializes in sushi, but offers a full menu sure to please any palate. |
512 E. Grand Ave. see map (515) 288-8885 |
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Noodle Zoo |
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| Delicious sandwiches, salads and noodle bowls with an upscale yet casual dining atmosphere. Visit Noodle Zoo's Web site |
601 E. Locust St. see map (515) 282-6281 |
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Olympic Flame |
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| Opa! The fresh-tasting exotic-to-Iowa specialties and the subdued, professional service won't disappoint. |
514 E. Grand Ave. see map (515) 243-4361 |
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The Continental |
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| The tapas-style dinner menu includes, red-pepper bruschetta, seafood brie encroute, chicken and chorizo skewers. |
428 E. Locust St. see map (515) 244-5845 |
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The Underground Lounge |
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| Great new Lounge in the East Village. Live Music, and a wonderful staff! The Underground serves Frank's Pizza from 5 p.m. - 2 a.m. Visit The Underground Lounge's Web site |
500 E locust see map (515) 243-4322 |
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