Chick-fil-A

I've heard good things about this place so I was glad to finally give this place a chance. Salad…read morebowl was super easy to order, customer service was overall friendly. I ordered the chicken bacon ranch and it was delicious. They have some patio seating which is nice. This spot is definitely a great option if you're looking for a healthy alternative. It can get pretty loud at this location, maybe because the building used to be something else, but the noisiness definitely gets extra loud during peak times.

First time at Crisp and Green, we wanted something fresh and healthy and that's definitely this…read moreplace! They had a lot of menu combinations or you can build your own. I tried the wild child and the ube matcha latte- both delicious. For two of us with drinks it was $46. A tad bit expensive for a lunch spot I'd say, but everything was really fresh and good ingredients. The staff was super friendly too !

Our signature sandwiches are here! The classics, elevated

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Hot Off The Presses

4.9(24 reviews)

1.2 mi

I'm so glad we stumbled upon Hot Off The Presses while passing through on our way to…read moreMinneapolis--this place is an absolute gem. We were just here a few weeks ago and I am so bummed to see they permanently closed!! We came during lunch and took advantage of their weekday lunch combo (Tues-Fri, 11am-2pm), which includes soup and a half grilled cheese. You can choose from the OG, Kick in the Cheese, or Fancy grilled cheese, plus either tomato basil bisque or the soup of the day. Honestly? A dream setup. I ordered the tomato basil bisque with a half OG grilled cheese, and wow... just wow. The soup was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, and the grilled cheese delivered that classic, beautiful cheese pull moment you hope for (and rarely actually get). The cheese had the perfect amount of sharpness and subtle bitterness, balancing everything out so well without being overwhelming.. I seriously could go for one right now! Every bite was comforting and delicious, and I immediately wished I had ordered a full OG sandwich because it was that good. The combo was mouth‑watering, satisfying, and wildly exceeded expectations for a quick lunch stop.

This is an awesome small sandwich joint! We stopped along the way on a roadtrip. The staff is super…read morefriendly and everything was made to order. The food came out hot and you could tell the ingredients were fresh. This is gourmet sandwiches on a budget! We got there right when they opened and stayed to eat our meal. There were at least 8 people who came in to order while we were there. I can tell it's a lunch favorite. We ordered Grilled Cheese of the Month Quesabirria and it was fantastic I would say it just needed more Consomé. We also ordered their Cuban sandwich and it was really good! This place is a classic hole in the wall but it was very clean!

Check that cheese pull out!!!

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

4.0(441 reviews)

0.5 mi

I'm an out of person so this is new to me. Honestly really good food. Thought the steak would be…read morelonger than thick however that's what I'm used to so no biggie. The steak and fries are great more loving the fries than the steak, the steak was good bit charred but still good regardless. Didn't taste much of the garlic butter which is sad but no biggie. The service was great like really great my group got their drinks refilled often and didn't have to wait long for the food

5.0* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 5*…read more Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $22 05/13/2026 Quick lunch visit today following Firebirds offer to buy lunch for a veteran with an accompanying diner. This was an awesome gesture on their part and a great excuse for me to join a military veteran for lunch and thank him for his service. Given the free meal for him...that drove my Value rating to 5*, which enabled a very rare 5* rating overall! As with every meal at Firebirds, we were also treated to the fresh out of the oven loaf of dinner bread that is oh, so good with butter melted into it! Today I enjoyed Fish Tacos (see picture) and boy, were they delicious! Based on the weigh-in the following morning, the salt content might have been part of the reason for the great flavor...but it was worth it.

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Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit

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Home Grown

4.3(242 reviews)

0.9 mi

Delicious food and great service. Haven't had a meal here that I didn't love. Great for breakfast…read moreor brunch, but their sandwiches are amazing too.

My waitress was Keely and the service was phenomenal. She was very uplifting and provided a…read morepositive vibe. The food was great and definitely recommend home grown and Keely!

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The Green Olive

4.7(33 reviews)

3.8 mi

I've been meaning to try this place ever since I learned there was a WDM location. Located in a…read morestrip mall at the corner of Grand and EP True (by the HyVee), the decor is nothing special but it was light and bright inside. We were greeted and asked if we were dining in (it appears they do a brisk takeout business) and were told to sit where we wanted. It was surprisingly crowded for a Sunday afternoon at 4 pm. The menu is extensive and hubby and I both like Mediterranean food. I chose the Falafel plate, served with five falafel balls, hummus, a pita, and Greek salad. The portion was generous (ended up taking two falafel home). Served with tahini and their house green sauce (olive oil, cilantro, and jalapeño) It wasn't spicy but it was so delicious - I could get addicted to this thinking of all the other ways so could enjoy it!! The Greek salad was served with house dressing - garlic and yogurt, also very good. The falafel was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, and flavorful. The hummus was not at all grainy - smooth but just a tad bland. Hubby had the lamb skewers and liked them very much. Served with rice, salad, and hummus. He also took one of the skewers home. We both had the mango Fresca juice. A bit too sweet for me but I generally drink unsweetened beverages. Hubby liked it a lot. Service was friendly and we were checked on twice to ask how we liked our food. Generous portions, friendly service, good food, but not inexpensive (with tip, $55 for two) but what is inexpensive these days?? We enjoyed reading the story of the couple who started this restaurant, and I'm glad we finally had a chance to try it?

Every time my family and I go to any of the locations we ALWAYS enjoy ourselves. The staff is…read moreattentive to their guest, constantly checking on their tables and making sure that we are doing okay during the entire visit. Like I said we have been to all the locations and the consistency of the entrees are all the SAME.

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Lamb skewers

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McAlister's Deli

3.6(78 reviews)

0.6 mi

Got the Rueben to go . Very good. Unsweetened Tea was…read morethe best I've had in awhile!!! Thx

I went here to eat lunch last Friday with my sister in law and brother. I ordered the half and…read morehalf, half Italian sub and garden sald. The salad and the bus was delicious. The sweet tea was delicious and refreshing. We ordered at the counter, and about 10 minutes later the food came to our booth. The building is on the other side of 5 guys, but it was a little bit loud, I guess it was because it was lunch time, and they were busy. Overall the service and the food was delicious.

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Charlotte's Kitchen

4.3(18 reviews)

4.5 mi

I have been to the Johnston location a few times and have always had a great meal with great…read moreservice. My boyfriend and I typically get the Crab Rangoon sandwich. It is the perfect balance of flavors and great for crab Rangoon lovers. One thing I love about this place are all the options! You can get fried or grilled chicken and can choose a sandwhich, salad, or wrap. There's something for everyone. I would also recommend to watch their social media pages as they offer rotating weekly sandwiches.

Review of the latest rating of a chicken sandwich since I pride myself as a southern that knows…read morechicken. Of course many have selective taste and the spices used as well as custom play a huge role. The greeting was friendly and upbeat. The surround decor was clean and mod with character. Parking was easy spacious and plentiful in with a wrap around drive thru. At issue is the price $$ for a batter dipped piece of chicken or crab Rangoon that was a tad salty, but flavorful. Would I take a road trip for another taste of what I can find in the Des Moines area probably not, but you may want to give it a try.

Nice decor

Crispy Deep Fried Chicken Sandwich Combo $$

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PROTEINHOUSE

4.1(61 reviews)

3.6 mi

Yo this place was awesome. I loved the wide variety of items, the flexitarianism of the options,…read moreand how nutritious and tasty it all was! It was so nice to finally get pancakes and not feel guilty :) the person at the register was super kind and helped me narrow down my options. Ambiance was alright. They could spruce it up a bit but it did the trick.

one of my favorite places to eat when im in des moines/clive…read more the boss bowl is amazing! definitely try them out you wont be disappointed

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Boss Bowl -- I subbed for cauliflower rice. TASTY!

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Palmer's Deli & Market

4.0(94 reviews)

2.6 mi

Always a major favorite when we're back home! This is a staple for our family…read more I love all their signature sandwich options! I usually get the turkey club - the quality of their turkey is great and they LOAD the sandwich high with meat and toppings. My mom's favorite is their ham salad - she is obsessed! I also love their variety of classic deli sides. I've had their potato salad, but this time got the broccoli salad: so good. Service was quite slow this time, but it seemed to be a new staff member learning the ropes. We took ours to go but it's a nice experience inside. Overall, good prices, great quality and generous portions for what you get!

I haven't been to Palmer's in a decade. I moved from DMI in 2006 but 20 years later they've…read moreexpanded; offering the classics in a fresh way. I just wanted a Magic Bar. They're so hard to obtain in the south but I saw the box lunch and thought why not. I got got the #14 Turnberry on sourdough. It's a huge mountain of Smoked Turkey, Havarti, cranberry chutney & cream cheese. Sounds as if it doesn't blend but oh it does. The Sourdough was THICK; Texas toast slices. They loaded a hefty amount of chutney and creame cheese on to it, too. Thus, a whopping sandwich! I was able to grab a garlic pasta on the side with one of their equally massive cookies. I totally forgot that they go BIG! Big flavor, big bites, big impact, delicious bites I go to Paris often and the open-air resturant feels like a parisan establishment. I do wish they had outside seats.

Busy Lunch Crowd!

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Smokey Row

4.1(7 reviews)

0.6 mi

I kept seeing these cups everywhere so I had to try it myself! I had a sugar free caramel latte. It…read morewas wonderful and the servers were friendly. It was tucked in an odd spot connected to the gas station so that was a little confusing

Upon recommendations from my brother in law, we grabbed a coffee from here on our way home from…read moreIowa. We knew we wanted something cold, but had no idea otherwise. My husband asked the drive-thru person for recommendations, and she was very thorough about the 2 drinks and the differences between them and which one she recommended. We got the nitro, and it was so good -, great flavor, cold without a ton of ice. We also thought the prices were decent. We'll be back next time we're in Iowa.

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Semsa D.

3 years ago

Beyond disappointing service! my order was wrong and I got rude response from this kid that was handling orders on the window. He did not even try to make it right or apologize, he just walked away! read more

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