Delicious food! Service was friendly but took a bit to be recognized, even there was no o e else in…read morethe restaurant. Good size portions. Fun atmosphere and murals.

Early Bird as a whole is a good restaurant so this dining experience was as expected…read more We were there relatively early for a Sunday so we waited for 10 minutes or so for someone to come from the back to seat us. Once our server got to us it was much improved. I had French toast, eggs, Sausage and hashbrowns plus coffee off their early dining menu. The hashbrowns were exactly how I like them...crispy! The sausage was good as well. I thought the restaurant was decorated in a fun vibe and really like the decor. I will always hate the parking at this building as I think it's awful. Please support the restaurant but don't be afraid to walk to it!

Food, service, and wine pairing were all exceptional, and having the brilliant Chef Baruthio…read moreexplain every dish is a very special touch. It certainly is expensive, but worth every penny, for a special occasion. Kudos!

Do not make a reservation here! Cafe Madeline has been closed for a while, a new business has…read morepurchased the space, and yet, they are still taking reservations online. Honestly horrendous, who tf was running this operation? They should close down their Tock and add a note to the website before they ruin more people's date night plans.

There are not many places in the DSM metro that have excellent quality control, skilled baristas…read moreand are consistently excellent. Mars is absolutely one of them doing it right. They also have Skim milk. Many don't if that's your go to. Mars is a must go on your next espresso tour. Super nice staff, busy and comfortable place to go near Drake.

It's been a wonderfully busy summer, and I carved out some much‑needed time to visit my kids in…read moreIowa. One of our favorite traditions is hunting down hidden gems together, and this time my son and I set out in search of a new coffee spot. I took a leap with a bold combo -- earl grey, coffee, raspberry jam, and bergamot. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but wow... it was absolute ! While the vibe isn't quite my go‑to for a long hangout or work session (I'm big on ambience), they're not far off. For true remote workers, it's a peaceful find, and with a little more focus on noise and comfort, it could be spot‑on. Either way, the creativity in their drinks makes it worth the visit, and I'll definitely be back If you're looking for something fresh and unexpected, this is a place to put on your list!

Railroad Bill's is hands down one of my favorite breakfast spots in DSM. The combination of the…read moreantique shop and cozy restaurant gives it such a unique vibe, and the vegan menu is amazing. Finding GOOD vegan breakfast options can be hard, but they absolutely nail it here. The new menu item vegan chick'n & waffles is delicious but my favorite thing to order is the vegan biscuits and gravy with a side of tofu scramble and putting the scramble right on top of the biscuits... 10/10 every time. Huge portions, flavorful food, and great prices. My husband is obsessed too. He gets the little chicken biscuit with cheese and onions on his hash browns and says it's one of the best breakfasts he's ever had. The staff is always super nice and the outdoor seating is a great touch. Only thing to note is you order at the counter, so bigger groups may get food at slightly different times, but honestly it's worth it. Definitely recommend checking this place out!

Food tasted fine but the meat and cheese portion on the french dip sandwich was on the light side…read morefor the price. The portion of french fries on the side was ample and they were pleasantly seasoned.

We rolled in with a party of six (reservation on point, confirmations and updates included), and…read morethey were ready for us like pros. Wood-fire kiln? It made the whole place smell delicious! Daily specials? Absolutely. A menu with a little something for everyone--bowls, pizzas, sandwiches--but make it high-end. Add in cocktails and lattes (because choices matter), a really nice space where you can actually sit, relax, and visit without shouting across the table, and you have a win. Service was solid and smooth, and the automatic gratuity for our group made checkout easy and drama-free. Though I will say I don't understand this philosophy, but okay! You would have gotten more out of me. If you are looking for a spot that delivers good food, good vibes, and room to enjoy the people you are with, St Kilda's delivered.

Returned to St Kilda's for lunch during the lunch hour -- wrong move -- it was super busy with…read morelimited seating and very loud. I ordered the Pretzel Bun with bacon, egg, and cheese very tasty. The only problem was the twenty minute wait after being sited for full service and another ten minute wait for my sandwich which had a lukewarm temperature. Overall, the fool was delicious and the wait staff very busy which reminded me to continue to return during their down hours should I not want a repeat.

This was our first time at Waveland and it definitely lived up to our hopes…read more We stopped in late on a Thursday morning and the place was still hopping, which is always a good sign. It's got that old-school, decoupaged diner vibe--definitely a little worn around the edges, but that's part of the charm. The staff was great--loud, friendly, and clearly tight with the regulars, which actually made us feel more at home. Our waitress was super helpful and made some solid recommendations. We sat near the kitchen window and got to watch a parade of delicious-looking plates come out. Food-wise: prices were fair if not a touch expensive, portions were generous, and most of it hit the mark. Pancakes were huge (seriously--massive), but ours were a touch underdone. Everything else was on point, though, and we'd absolutely come back and try more menu options. The have daily specials; Weiner Wednesday looks interesting...

First timer here! came the morning after a fun night in downtown Des Moines. Nothing like a chilly…read moremorning and classic diner eats, cozy and exactly what you want the morning after! Excellent and friendly service here too. A true bottomless coffee - truly the servers didn't let us even see the bottoms of our mugs. Loved it I got the 1/4 everything hash browns with over easy eggs and cottage cheese. Harrison went with the wave lands best skillet with white toast. Yummy yummy yummy. The crispy hashbrowns paired so well with the mixins. Definitely go for the everything hash browns with the over easy eggs. I'd say a must for a first timer. Also nothing was overly greasy. You felt good leaving. 10/10! Will be back

Great home cooked food! Hot peppers were just right. Patty melt and meatloaf were awesome.read more

Food is always good when we visit and the staff is wonderful. Our grandkids love going there and…read morethe menu covers all there tastes.

came here on a Saturday when the breakfast place next door had a 30-minute wait. We had the entire…read morerestaurant to ourselves. It felt like an authentic Cuban eatery with the music and the wall art. Be sure to ask for the vegan menu if that is your thing. It took a while for our food to arrive, but once it did, we enjoyed the authentic Cuban fare. I had the vegan cuan sandwich, which was very filling.

Seated right away. Drinks were generous. Salmon was amazing. Pan Con Lechon sandwich was delicious…read more Music was great. Servers and bartenders were spot on. Attentive, helpful. I will return.