Wanna go out with your girls? Revival House should be your first stop of the night. Interior - a…read morevibe! The bartenders - the friendliest! Good spot for a few laughs and drinks! Drink recommendation - green tea cocktail & mai tai!

Revival House was one of the most unique cocktail bars I visited in Des Moines! Hidden in downtown,…read morethis tiki-themed bar feels like you've stepped into a tropical oasis with bamboo accents, colorful lighting, and fun vintage-inspired décor. The cocktail menu is full of creative tropical drinks, and the atmosphere is what really makes this place stand out! It's cozy, immersive, and the perfect spot for a date night, catching up with friends, or starting an evening downtown. We went on a mini road trip to Des Moines from Kansas City and this was the first spot we visited! Every corner has its own personality, making it just as fun to look around as it is to sip your drink. If you're looking for a cocktail bar that's a little different from the norm, Revival House is definitely worth adding to your Des Moines itinerary.

Beautiful bar, pricey drinks. Still, it's a beautiful bar. That tree in the middle elevates the…read moreplace. The bartenders were very busy while I was there but friendly. I had an old fashioned and regular vodka martinis. The food menu there was the same dinner menu from Committee Chophouse. Recommend getting the crab cakes to go with the drinks. Would return just to see that tree again lol

Nice place to relax with friends after work. Loved their Lemon Drop Martini It was nice that the…read morebartender was happy to adjust Vodka to make it Gluten Free. Hors d'oeuvres were a bit pricey but have to say the blackberry compote on the cheese plate was delicious!! After work crowd gets quite busy so service is a bit slower but if you're not in a rush....relax and enjoy

I love the 60s/70s vibe! The drinks were great and we enjoyed the jazz band, no cover charge, which…read morewas a nice bonus. It had been a few years since I'd last visited, mostly because of the construction and parking hassles in Blackstone, but the new parking structure makes it so much easier now. It had actually been long enough that I didn't even realize they'd added on. I think it's only open on weekends, but it's a great addition to the space.

The drinks were great, just wished they has more food options to snack on. But the overall vibe of…read morethe place was very classy. But the service did take a while.

What a very cool place!…read more Thoughtfully curated cocktails with a flair, make sure you know where you're trying to go when you come into the liquor store. Awesome vibes, very chill lounge. Service was super attentive and thoughtful, feel free to ask for a reading light if you can't quite see all of the menu details.

Ended up here on a random Friday we were in the area and decided to stop in to check out the…read morelocation. There was a little bit of a wait about 25 minutes before we could go in to be seated. The host was very friendly and answered all of my questions while we waited to be seated inside the bar area. Upon Entry the ambiance was dim lighting and very whimsical. For me the seats are very uncomfortable and low. I really didn't like that. No back support unless you sit on the side against the wall but you are really close to other customers. It's a pretty tight nit spot. Drinks are very pretty and many options to choose from. This would be a place to go to just for the experience not necessarily for the drinks.

Stopped in for cocktails on a weeknight as a pre-dinner drink stop. Service was nice. The venue…read moreis beautifully decorated, great for business meetings or dates - cozy, yet nicely lit and decorated nicely. Drink list is nice.... Their assortment of spirits was decent, though I asked about Chartreuse and they had none. They did know about other popular, yet obscure cocktails. They batch their old fashioned and those in my party who got it loved it... evidently they "batch" it because it helps meld the flavors. Overall - Nice spot! Definitely would suggest to give a try for yourself!

Proof has been my go to and every experience has been a positive one. The craft cocktails and…read morewhiskey selection are top tier and it's a cozy environment. Everyone is friendly, ready to engage, and willing to share some of their favorite selections and cocktails. Between this location and the west location, both are wonderful!

Attended the Harry Potter pop up and was admittedly a little underwhelmed. Based on some of the…read morecontent online it looked like it was going to be much more heavily themed than it was. Also, there was some sort of "mystery leak" coming from a back room that was spreading onto the floor and starting to flood the carpet in the one seating area in the back. Overall just wasn't somewhere that I feel compelled to go back to but maybe check it out once for yourself?

The barbershop is a fantastic new speakeasy in the blackstone district! It's under blackstone…read moresocial and is under new ownership with a local theme, fantastic bartenders and a cute aesthetic

Great place on Leavenworth Street to grab a drink after work! There was one bartender running the…read morewhole place on a Wednesday night around 5:30, which was okay because there was a handful of us in the bar! But another bartender did show up in time for stand up comedy, which was good because it got BUSY! There is an outdoor patio on the back which I had 0 idea about! It was all very updated, very bright inside, lots of seating I felt for the smaller space, tables, couches, seats at the bar, etc for both bigger and smaller groups! Bathrooms were clean and upkept! Parking is tricky, I didn't find a parking lot, so you will have to take your chances parking out front on the street down Leavenworth!

Been a couple times now and have had several good conversations with bartenders about cocktails,…read moreplus drank several delicious cocktails to boot. The patio outside is nice, and the inside has a cool vibe. There's some kind of party room space in the back, but ultimately, I'd say swing by if you're in the area, and you won't be disappointed.

I've heard so much about this place and I was excited to have an excuse to visit. The ambiance had…read moreme in awe and I'm still thinking about it! The hanging lights with the shelves around the back wall were stunning. I highly recommend you grab a snack prior to visiting since their menu has no munchies and the drinks come quite strong.

We went on a Sunday afternoon and had a great time. I was in love with their decor. The jewel tones…read morewere beautiful. I had a pomegranate drink and a pineapple zero proof spritzer that was divine! We were celebrating a bday so we had cake and the bartender was so nice and accommodating us with plates and a knife. It's another place I'll definitely come back to for a nice drink with my girls!

What a wonderful and homey experience! The atmosphere was very intimate and the server we had was…read morebeyond welcoming and attentive to our table. Besides this great Norwegian mountain trout and the creamy crème brûlée we had a couple sides one being mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes were very creamy, savory and easy to dig into. My friend enjoyed a delicious steak but I didn't capture the photo. The sparkling water is the best here. I also enjoyed a glass of wine with this meal not pictured. My favorite part was definitely the service and professionalism of the server. Thank you for making our visit profound and memorable!

Where do I start?? The atmosphere is incredibly cozy with warm lighting and intimate table…read moresettings. We've had the pleasure of coming here on several special occasions and have never been disappointed with the service or food. In fact, I had the best steak of my life at this restaurant! Every visit is a treat, I can't wait for the next occasion!

I initially went to True American after seeing the location had a photo booth (which I am a sucker…read morefor), and was welcomed by the cutest, 70s inspired bar with colorful lighting, fun groovy wallpaper, and a variety of seating to catch up with friends. It was the perfect setting for my bestie and I to take cute photos together, sip pretty drinks, and chat. The bartenders were helpful and attentive, but we opted for mocktails which were not very impressive. They seemed to be pineapple juice and maybe water, so we did not finish them. Next time I would like to try one of their cocktails instead. Overall, we still had a great time and I would like to try some more options on the menu.

Chill cocktail bar with a lively crowd. They have a decent amount of seating with tables and room…read moreat the bar. The Damien cocktail was sweet and creamy. The Dude was almost like a White Russian. The espresso martini was large but tastes heavily of black licorice. Service was decent and prices are a little high