It's a huge buffet, and everything we tried was excellent! We were seated immediately, and had a charming waitress.

Great place for brunch !! Brunch was delicious, usually very packed on the weekend with reservation needed or early arrival. They have a menu or buffet with different food stations for example like a fry station, sandwichstation, fruits and so forth.. Bottomless drink!! read more

Americana - Buffet brunch - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Date night at Americana was a huge success. Our server was absolutely wonderful, and the food was great. We tried the hummus plate, and every part of it was great, just like the Mac n cheese. The space itself is pretty cool too. I loved the decor, and I am looking forward to going there again soon. read more

Americana - Mac n cheese - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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If only we could have Happy Hours in Indiana...I'm quite certain more of my meetings would be sloshy and filled with brilliant $10 ideas thanks to two whiskey smashes. It's hard to beat two strong cocktails paired with creative $6 appetizers like Thai pork tacos with rice paper shells and cabbage slaw, Brussels sprouts with bits of pork and caramelization, and deviled eggs soaked in red wine with truffle oil salt. If you can't tell, the happy hour at Americana is just as much about the food as it is about the cocktails. But, back to the cocktails...I tried the whiskey smash (I'm pretty sure I grew hair on my chest after drinking this doozy), the basil cocktail (which I thought would pair cleverly with a big bowl of spaghetti, and lastly the Maraschino Manhattan (not on the happy hour menu but only $7). They were all delicious and very different from one another. The service was both prompt and friendly without making us feel rushed given that it was a fairly busy hour while we were there. The space offers plenty of seating at the bar, tall ceilings with black tin, high tops, booths and an upstairs with more seating overlooking the bar. Thanks to my fellow Hoosier Yelper, Erin C., for bringing this business to my attention. Can't wait to return for happy hour or their popular Saturday brunch and fried chicken night on Mondays! read more

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Unbelievable food! Everything on the menu is great. Slab of ribs is good meat but excellent sauce! Great hotdog combinations Pastas taste great! read more

I can't believe it's been 2.5 years since we last came here for brunch! Time sure does fly! We came on a Saturday at 11:00 am this time with a group of seven total. We did not have a reservation but got right in. The only difference I noticed between our last brunch and this one is that they no longer bring the donut holes with the caramel sauce to your table. They are on the buffet, in the back room. If it was really busy, it'd have been to long a wait to go get them (probably best for my waistline). Otherwise, the food was still just as good and with just as large a spread. My biggest complaint...Americana shares restrooms with the business next to them. During a buffet, you have to wedge your way through the line to reach the door that leads to them. We needed to change our toddler and was told the changing table was in the family restroom. It was. However, it was the most difficult one I've ever encountered. It was hung high on the wall, above the toilet. I am 5'7" and was on my tip toes to change my daughter! I was worried the entire time that she was going to fall off or that I was going to drop things into the toilet. It was the worst changing station I have ever had to use! read more

This is definitely a me restaurant. It's relaxed, the environment is casual/upscale, and the food is just good. My husband went here on our dateiversary, and we had a great time. We ordered two strawberry bitches and wedge salads. He got the miso noodles and I enjoyed my seared scallops. Then we finished with key lime bites. Service was great, and all the food tasted delicious. Highly recommend! read more

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First time coming here and having brunch on the weekend. Staff were incredibly nice and accommodating. read more

Americana - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Americana burger is delicious. Crispy bacon taste great. Very small selection of draft beer. Our server was very attentive and helpful read more

Americana - Cool logo. Great interior design - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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SO GOOD! It's a little fancy so pull out your best attire! Just kidding, you could totally wear something casual and be fine, but it really is a fancy restaurant! With that being said, the waitress was super nice and not snooty (something you might expect from a typical fancier place.) I had the bacon wrapped meatloaf which was delicious with the zesty bbq sauce. The green beans were tender and mashed potatoes were incredible. I had a bite of the crab Rangoon dip and YUM. Highly recommend. The parking situation is rare in downtown Des Moines. They have a parking lot right next to the building for customers, so no paying meters or parking garages. I can't wait to go back and try their highly-reviewed brunch! read more

Americana - Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

The wait staff is amazing here but unfortunately I can't say the same about the food. I believe our recent visit was the 3rd time I had been here and had pretty much the same experience. Wait time for food was excessive and when food arrived it was cold and mediocre at best. I had the hot chicken sandwich and it was undercooked and cold. Had a side of mashed potatoes and they were refrigerator temperature. This has been the norm the three times I have been here. Sorry Americana but I don't think it deserves another visit. read more

Americana has of one of the best brunch buffets in Des Moines, however the Sunday I visited it was lousy. I love the grilled cheese station and they have some great choices, however I prefer my grilled cheese without hair, especially someone else's hair. Both sandwiches were hairy and I am not sure why, but when we let the waitress know she was not concerned. Speaking of the waitress, after you were seated and she took your order she wasn't concerned about coming back. Very lousy attitude and service. The rest of the food was good, they have great chicken tenders, bacon, ham, eggs, potatoes, everything you want, even a Burrito station, and fresh fruit. I will wait a while before I go back, maybe they will clean up the grilled cheese station and fix the cause of the hairs, extremely gross when they look like pubes. read more

Americana - Hairy Sunday Brunch Grilled Cheese w/ Hair - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Americana is a mid scale restaurant that's in a great location. Just overlooking the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The restaurant is 2 levels with an old stylized looking tiled floor and ceiling but still looking modern with the furnishing. It's a space big enough for larger parties so make sure you reserve if that's your case. Where this place shines is the Saturday and Sunday Brunch Buffet, the food is great with an option for unlimited Mimosas or Bloody Mary. They can get really busy though so expect possible wait time for seating and line for the buffet if you arrive during the busy hours. Try to come early to avoid all of the madness and you will have your table for as long as you like. After you're so full and uncomfortable, walk it out a little with a stroll around the sculpture park. Outside of brunch it's still a pretty good dining experience. It's very casual so if you're wanting a more intimate night you might not get that here. The last time I was there, we had group of really loud young drunk folks that kind of ruined the night. The building is pretty open so sound carries throughout the building. I had the Ribeye there before and it was delicious, a little more done than I requested but I'm okay with it. I definitely recommend this place to anyone, especially for their brunch. read more

Sunday brunch is sooooo good from here and must do the unlimited mimosas!!!!!!!!!! Will always be a go too

The brunch I've had many times and it was hid. I feel that it might be a bit overpriced.

Evening dinner with a small group. My dirty martini was very, very good! I had the pan seared chicken breast and my husband had the New York strip. Both excellent and the mashed potatoes were very creamy and great flavor. Our table shared appetizers of: crab Rangoon dip, seared artichokes and Brussels spouts. All delicious and nicely prepared. Our server, a charming young man, was great! For sure would return. One thing to change: now that COVID is over, I still prefer a printed menu so having both the QR code and a printed menu would be nice. Court Avenue Brewing, your sister restaurant offers both. read more

Steak was so good and the mashed potatoes! We loved every bite of it! The creme brulee was different and was served cold! Still an awesome dessert and great service for a busy Saturday evening! read more

Americana - Steak Petite Medallions (Gluten Friendly) - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

I was traveling for work and went to this place on a recommendation. Blown away by this place. The waitress was super helpful even though I knew exactly what I was going to get. The pork chop with truffle potatoes and garlic green beens was a perfect dinner. I left super satisfied. read more

Great selection of food! Service is equally awesome. I love the vibes here! There's an upstairs and a downstairs eating area, which makes it great for groups. Every Sunday is $6 burger Sunday and every Monday night is $13 all you can eat fried chicken! With a Yelp check in, you get a free dessert! I almost always get the creme brûlée and it never disappoints! They also have a 1/3 off of your lunch bill if you work downtown. I love their dinner but their brunch is what they're mostly known for. All you can eat with the bombshell option which includes bottomless mimosas and bloody Mary's that you customize yourself. I need to come back more often! Easily a downtown fave. read more

Absolutely wonderful. Went for dinner with a couple of coworkers and we really enjoyed it. The interior design is fun and beautiful. The food was delicious and perfectly prepared. I ordered some kind of strawberry cocktail, and wow, was it delicious! So good that I ordered two and now don't remember the name of it. We enjoyed it very much. read more

I didn't get to eat inside because of the current situation, but when the food was delivered to my car the employee was very nice. Since I had only had one employee interaction this review is mostly based on the food. Let's just say the food didn't disappoint. I had the Truffle Mac & Cheese as my main dish and Grilled Pineapple as my side. The Mac & Cheese was super good. What made this dish different was the Goat Cheese Cream Sauce. The Goat Cheese really made this dish special. I couldn't finish it because it was so rich. The Grilled Pineapple was a very nice surprise. It was warm and a little smokey. Definitely will get that as a side next time I go back. I asked the rest of my family how they liked their food and it was all very positive feedback. Overall I would go back in a heartbeat, but hope to be in the dining area! read more

Americana - Truffle Mac & Cheese and Grilled Pinapple - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Brunch is amazing with bottomless bloodys and mimosas. Staff is always friendly and fast service. The food at brunch is fantastic and always high quality. A must go if in DSM read more

I have been to Americana both for Happy Hour and Dinner and had a great experience both times! For happy hour I was there on a Friday and enjoyed their champagne cocktails as well as truffle fries. My friend and I sat at the bar and had great service, loved the drinks, and could not eat the fries quickly enough. Definitely a great spot to hit up and their happy hour deals are worthwhile. For dinner my fiancé and I went there for a Friday date night. We made a reservation and were seated immediately upstairs when we arrived. The service at our table was quick and we immediately ordered cocktails and an appetizer while we looked over the menu to pick our dinner. I ordered the truffle fries as an appetizer because they were so amazing previously and they did not disappoint! I had the Loaded Mac N Cheese with bacon on the side. Adam ordered the Short Rib Pot Pie for his meal and topped it with my bacon. We both loved our entrees. Mine was super rich so Adam helped with the last few bites. We were too full for dessert but really enjoyed the experience, had great service and the food was excellent. We will definitely keep it on the short list for future special occasions! read more

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down and dirty review... the only thing I mildly dislike about this place is their bourbon selection. Met a co-worker here for dinner.. great interior and service. I had a blackened chicken salad that absolutely hit the spot. I love blackened chicken and this thing had a ton of flavor, i will be back next time I stay downtown. They have a decent chunk of drink options, local beers and of course white claw, which i introduced my co-worker too. However, their bourbon selection was less than stellar. The service was really good, attentive and quick enough. The menu seemed to have a bunch of selections with some specials, but I didnt look at anything other than the salad with blackened chicken. read more

Great restaurant in downtown Des Moines. Absolutely fantastic burger and hummus plate. A wonderful dining experience and the perfect place for a date night. read more

Buffett style really good ! Just wanted some made to order eggs but they said they couldn't do it, so only option is scrambled

Excellent food and great prices. Service was ok, should have been a bit better, but this was a very good restaurant.

We made reservations for a 12:30 brunch and was seated shortly after arriving. Waiter Matt explained the brunch process as there are multiple food stations. One station was cook to order grilled cheese. The kitchen area had multiple breakfast options (cheese eggs, hash browns, french toast sticks, pancakes, etc). There was fresh fruit station. Creamy macaroni and cheese! Soups, chicken strips and mash potato bar. To top it off they have an unlimited mimosa and bloody mary bar! They also offer a cocktail menu. My girls elected a pancake shot (Jameson with a orange juice, butter shot tracer with a slice of bacon). The food was fresh and delicious. Drinks were amazing. The environment was a little noisy. It was great for an occasional treat but too pricey for a regular eatery. read more

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Saturday brunch is so good and the service is always great!! The cheesy hash browns and my favorite.

We came for brunch on a Sunday. It was packed. Make sure you reserve a table at least two days before. I called the night before (5 minutes after they had closed) and was only able to get a table at 12.15. There are three buffet options: - Normal Buffet ($18.50) - Bombshell Buffet, which includes bottomless Mimosas, Bloody Mary's, and Screwdrivers. ($30) - Kids Buffet (can't remember the price) Brunch is split up into different sections, including a grilled cheese station, a taco station, a normal breakfast item station, an adult drinks station, and a dessert station. Tip: order your grilled cheese before going for the buffet and pick it up on the way back to your table. The wait staff is very friendly and efficient. Next time we're in Des Moines, we will definitely be back for brunch. read more

Americana - Mimosa and Bloody Mary station - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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When in the Midwest, one must partake in a good steak. Right?! We had to try two of their signature dishes. Steak + Pork Chops. Filet De Burgo ~ A center cut steak cooked in and topped with garlic de burgo butter. It was so juicy and tender and rich with buttery goodness. This dish was accompanied with white cheddar mashed potatoes & lemon parmesan asparagus. We also tried the Iowa pork chop which had a delicious sweet corn cream sauce. This dish was accompanied with crispy fingerling potatoes & sautéed garlic green beans. Both dishes were so delicious. If you're in Des Moines, be sure to give them a try. You won't be disappointed. The staff was very friendly, too. read more

Americana - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Set in a former Chrysler dealership they've kept the flooring and other aspects of it intact and created a kick ass dining experience. I got steak & jalepeno cream of corn chowder when she mentioned soup of the day I said bring it on this ain't New England were doing corn chowder. The filet was great and the soup was delicious it was spicy and piping hot. Don't forget the A-1 sauce I give Americana a big five stars! read more

Americana - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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This was actually a second choice as we were unable to make reservations elsewhere- but BOY was it a second choice! $4 champagne cocktail Fridays?! I'm IN. So we started with a round of bellinis and a "Strawberry Bitch" (nice.) Our appetizer - the shrimp - was a treat, and we were equally pleased with our entrees. My cajun chicken gnocchi was super filling, spicy, and decadent, and my boyfriend's Iowa Chop plate was a hearty (and classy!) Midwestern meal. Needless to say, we left totally satisfied. Would recommend. read more

Best brunch place ever! All you can eat buffet, and all you can drink mimosas and bloodies--only $35!The variety on the buffet is impressive and the quality isn't bad either! They had everything from cheesy hash brown casserole to brownies and creme brûlée! The mimosa and Bloody Mary bar was a lot of fun too! Our group of seven was seated immediately and service was very good, especially considering how busy it was! I would recommend this place to anyone finding themselves in Des Moines and looking to start their morning off with a little fun! read more

Americana - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Had a work lunch here today and have been here a few other times and I never know what to order. Not because of all of the amazing dishes on the menu, but rather to its medirocacy. The food is decent enough, but nothing really stands out for me. The decor is nice and the staff is friendly. I heard this used to be a Studebaker dealership, and I see a few pictures and decor that kind of remind me off its history. While not bad at all, nothing really stamds out for me either. Great downtown location across from the sculpture park. read more

Americana - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

In the area traveling on business and I have to admit I was surprised and lucky to have stumbled upon this spot located downtown Des Moines IA. Thanks to Yelp, my coworker and I decided to come here for dinner on a Monday night and to my surprise it was very busy for a weekday night. The decor is true Americana. They did a really good job mixing the old "vintage" with the new "modern" and blending all these cool artifacts of American culture. We snagged a seat at the bar which the bartender was great! He patiently guided us through the menu and pointed out all his favorites. I started off with hummus plate as my appetizer. The house hummus was very good! It paired nicely with the seasoned pita bread and pickled red onions along with other fresh veggies! I had the house wedge salad that was crisp and fresh! It was dressed perfectly! For my main entrée I went with the 10oz grilled sirloin with white cheddar mash and grilled asparagus. The steak was cooked okay wasn't the most tender however it was seasoned perfectly! Finished off the meal with the flourless dark chocolate torte that was really good. I have to admit it was one of the most decadent and rich desserts I've ever had. The fruit that's served with the torte provided a nice balance by breaking up all the richness. I took a star off because this place is freaking cold inside or at least at the bar so bring a jacket. If I'm in town again Americana makes the short list! read more

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The DSM Brunch place. The variety is amazing with something for everyone. Seriously, a mashed potato bar?? How do you beat that? Grilled cheese bar, taco bar and a good assortment of other breakfast options. Unlimited Mimosas and Bloody Mary's with a very decent bar selection to add your preferences. The wait can be a little long but they do take reservations if your group is planning ahead. I keep hoping they get some competition in town but for now, Yum! Football season they have all the games on so you get your eat on and your football fix. read more

We were visiting Des Moines and when we asked about what to do on a Sunday, it was recommended that we start the day with brunch, and the Americana was mentioned as an excellent option. I looked it up online and checked the Yelp reviews and it looked pretty terrific with some standard and also some unique brunch choices. I tried scheduling a reservation which was highly recommended, but it didn't show anything available until 3pm online, but we decided to try to get in anyway. We arrived at 10:30am and was told that there was a table, but there was a party coming with a reservation at 12:30 so as long as we could be out in two hours it would work. No problem and we got right in :) There is seating on the first floor, but most seating was on the second floor and you take fair narrow stairs up and down to get to the buffet. Not a problem, but something to consider if you have kids or people less mobile since you are also trying to carry food and drinks up and down as well. There is a map (I am including a picture), and things are in sections. Bloody Mary and Mimosa stations are against the stairs. They bring you the glass with the vodka or sparkling wine, and you add your juices, and extras. Good selection and I tried both and was happy. There is a Grilled Cheese station where they will make you on of several concoctions, or you can build your own. Order that first and then head to get other things. Better use of time :) There is a room that had 2 types of soup, garlic mashed potatoes and lots of toppings for a build you own mashed potato bar (try the garlic shallot butter...seriously tasty!), and a build your own soft taco bar (amazing carnitas!!). Very small salad section, some fruit and a handful of desserts round out that section. The main breakfast Staples section is actually in the kitchen which felt weird and cool at the same time! Excellent and varied choices, from the standard scrambled eggs and breakfast meats, pancakes etc, but they also had brisket hash (spicy!), Macaroni with cheese with a corkscrew pasta and really nice light and flavorful sauce, an orzo salad that had red onion and feta, and some homemade chicken tenders and honey mustard that I fell in love with! They had biscuits and gravy which I adore, but while the biscuits were light and fluffy, the gravy was very runny. Flavor-wise it was good, but really needed to be thicker. It basically just wanted to run all over the plate which is a problem in a buffet as it really affects the other food on the plate. The service was good, and the atmosphere is very nice. It was $30 for the buffet and endless Bloody Mary's and Mimosas. Not bad for all you get :). We would come back, but make sure you are hungry to get to try everything you want :) read more

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I don't know if I'm ordering the wrong things but I've never been overly impressed. The location is great and the staff has always been friendly but the food is just average in my opinion. read more

Americana - Bloody Mary's - New American Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Has a private birthday party. The service was terrible. We are talking the it ruined the party. Had a custom made cake, we asked for it to be brought after dinner with candles lit, they brought it out in pieces already cut. Total incompetence. read more