Food, service, and ambiance are great here! What I'm most excited about is the outdoor space as we're expecting and it just is the perfect hang for people who want to be able to bring their kids in the warm weather. Bring on summer!! read more

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Look, this isn't my first time, but it might be the last time I eat here. I have been here a few times before, and usually the service and the food are pretty decent. This time around, I had the saltiest devil eggs, you couldn't even taste the egg, I'll you taste it with salt and when they took it back to make a fresh batch, which wasn't fresh it tasted exactly the same. Except for this, one came with a nat and I wasn't about that. They were nice enough to take it off the receipt. I have Cajun shrimp which was pretty tasty except for the rice was on the uncooked hard side. I did wind up taking the occasion shrimp home, But it's I did leave the rice. My old fashion was how I expected. Overall its a no for me. read more

Either-Or - Rice is hard but everything else was good. - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

After two visits and both times out of what I ordered I won't be back. The patio is nice but the food is mediocre and the service was average. I was halfway through my food before they brought my drink. I believe their good ratings come from nice outdoor area and not the food. I would stop for a drink on the patio but move elsewhere to eat. read more

We went for the first time to their Tinsel Christmas pop up experience. The place was busy of coarse but we made a reservation and were seated right away. We had great service and the food was excellent. A lot of fun and festive holiday drinks and the atmosphere was 10/10! It was fully decorated for Christmas and very festive. Highly recommended for their Christmas pop up- we will definitely be back to try again even after the holiday season. read more

Either-Or - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

New to the area and found a good lunch spot! My boyfriend and I were seated quickly and all of the staff members were very nice. We sat outside, where there's also a play area for kids. We both ordered the weekday $16 lunch special, where you get half a sandwich and choose two sides. We chose the either or burger and the pork sandwich. For sides we both chose the broccolini and fries. They also have lots of vegan and vegetarian options! Their food was okay, recommend coming here for drinks with a group. read more

Either-Or - Lunch special: 1/2 pork sandwich + side of broccolini and fries & their watermelon margarita - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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I forgot to snap a photo of my bbq chicken wings but they were absolutely delicious! I met some girlfrie ds for lunch and we had a few salads, a tenderloin and soup and some wings. I absolutely loved the flavor and the quality was high. Our server was quick and made good recommendations as well. The restaurant was clean as well. My only complaint was that the cloth napkins smelled strongly of bleach. Other than that, I can't wait to return to try out their patio! read more

Love the atmosphere and food is delicious, good portions at a descent price. Staff are friendly and helpful with the menu choices

Dinner for 3, on a week night to celebrate a birthday. It was really odd that when ordering an entree item, of which the list is limited already, that they we were out and a second disappointment is that they DO NOT RECOGNIZE BIRTHDAYS. Our server was short in the area of friendly service and not willing to discuss menu items or even make suggestions. He was visibly irritated when we ordered cocktails and were not interested in appetizers even after telling him twice that we were waiting on a third. Fried bologna sandwich was surprisingly tasty and not salty, as expected. The chicken sandwich is mid and the Pork Ragu was bland. read more

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We dropped in after a volleyball match for a late lunch/brunch. So glad we did. We were immediate seated and our server was prompt to get us drinks. They had good movies playing and the NFL playoff coverage which entertained my whole group. Food was good and the atmosphere was fun and comfortable. Can't want to get back during the warmer weather. Food prices were higher then I expected but will still returned a little more prepared. read more

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Either/Or... Can't decide. Interesting concept of a family friendly restaurant...kinda like a mullet. You know:fancy in the front, kid party in the back. Their parking lot is a little small so it was challenging finding parking in the road or the lot. Walking in looked inviting and classy. A bachelorette party was about to get started. DEFINITELY attracts a ladies night. We had a seat within 20 min. Food was good and pretty basic. Ordered 2 burgers (looked like a smash burger), mozzarella sticks, brussel sprouts, salmon dish, kids chicken tenders, kids grilled cheese. Everything was normal and as expected. Nothing extraordinary but also not bad. Service was fine, mediocre. Something was lacking but we couldn't put our finger on it. Environment is loud with kids playing but that was expected. There were plenty of kids running around outside and playing. The naturescape was attractive to toddler age. My kids are older but decided to go play with little kids. Lots of parents out there enjoying their drinks and non-socializing. I couldn't decide if this place was for the kids or for the adults. I also couldn't decide if this was my type of place to chill with a good drink or go opposite and feel like I was going crazy with all the kids and noise. Maybe that's why they settled on the name Either/Or... I guess it was a mid level visit. No complaints. It was just vanilla. read more

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Got a last minute late dinner and was so impressed. Service was excellent, very attentive and friendly. Love the outdoor seating and playground area for families. Great drink selection and pretty decor. The food was very pleasant to the palate, remarkably complemented sides. Definitely plan to go back soon. read more

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Made reservations for the Tinsel experience on NYE. Called to add 2 people to the reservation and was kindly accommodated. The holiday drink menu had lots of great options and a second choice is the always perfect espresso martini. This is one place I can expect and enjoy consistently quality crafted cocktails. All our meals were perfect. Leftovers went home for the two of us ordering the sausage and kale cavatelli and we used them over homemade biscuits the next morning. Our out-of-town guests declared the fries the best they've had in a long time. Food came quickly and was hot and cooked perfectly. Good Service made the meal enjoyable- neither the restaurant nor our party was in a hurry to end the meal. Holiday decor was extra in a good way- made the night out special. E/O is always a great choice- as destination or a stop on the bike trail. Great service, quality and interesting food choices, perfectly prepared craft cocktails make this a solid choice any time of year. (Can't wait for patio time in a few months)! read more

I'm having a newfound obsession with beet salads. I can't stop making them at home, and I can't stop looking for them on menus. This lunch was no exception, and it was another wonderful beet salad! Something about the combination of arugula, feta and beets, and I just can't stop devouring it all. Anyone else? Where are your favorite beet salads around? I also love Biaggi's beet salad, but where else? Anyhow, Either/Or had a beet salad that I had to order. All the good "stuff" was at the bottom, upon arrival, so we did have to give it a good mixup, and then it was go time. The fresh cucumbers were a nice addition, kept it light and crispy. Vinaigrette was absolutely perfect. I loved it, could totally turn this into a meal next time. We got one Lua burger, and one porchetta sandwich. Both excellent! Lua Burger: two patties, fried onions, cheese, Lua sauce (similar to a big mac sauce) and pickle. It was very much like an elevated big Mac in flavor, but way better! Side of fries were hot and delicious. Porchetta Sandwich: I wasn't crazy about this one, I felt like the whole sandwich was a little dry. The focaccia bread had excellent seasonings and flavor, and the Porchetta was very good when I pulled it off the bread and took a bite. It just felt like it was missing...something. Or maybe I was just too obsessed with the beet salad to care about anything else! Also served with hot, delicious french fries. I will say they have the GOOD ranch, for those who care (like me), and the hot french fries dipped in their amazing ranch dressing was definitely a highlight. We sat at a bar table, excellent service all around; a great little lunch spot! -- at Either/Or. read more

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Ordered the Salmon Salad full of colorful greens, chick peas, diced celery and delicious salmon bites draped with a capsule of vinaigrette. Taylor was very attentive to her customers. The overall atmosphere was relaxing. read more

Either-Or - Salmon Salad! - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Everything was great, the food was amazing, great service, I highly suggest this place. The sausage kale cavatelli will bring me back!

4.0* (out of 5) Food: 3* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4* 04/05/2024 I've been wanting to get to Either-Or for some time since reading about their opening in the Des Moines Register. The exterior and interior of the building are impressive and deserving of a 5* rating (see pictures) - enhanced by the expansive open patio area. There is definitely excitement in the air and the whole place seems quite energetic and lively - welcoming to all age groups. There is an extensive collection of craft tap beers, especially from Lua (see menu and picture of bar). I also found the Value and Service to be above average. On the food side, both my wife and I were disappointed given our expectations. I ordered the Chicken Katsu with beet soup (see picture) and my wife ordered the Korean Philly with salad (see picture). Our daughter-in-law ordered the Ham & Cheese w/ fries (see picture). Our daughter-in-law liked the Ham & Cheese and both my wife and I tried and liked the fries. Being a beet fan, I also liked the beet soup. What really brough my rating down to average for the food though was the Chicken Katsu and Korean Philly sandwiches - and for opposite reasons. We found the Chicken Katsu to be near flavorless, with very little seasoning. On the other hand, both my wife and myself had the same reaction after our first bite of the Korean Philly sandwich - the strength of the salty flavor created an initial thought of "there is no way we can finish this sandwich". We finished most of our meals, but I would not recommend either the Chicken Katsu or the Korean Philly sandwich and would not order it again if we return to the restaurant. That is disappointing to report and is a rarity in all of my hundreds of reviews, but I want to provide transparent reviews to help you make good dining decisions. Spacious, modern and lively atmosphere with a great selection of craft beers on tap, but the food still needs some work. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. read more

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Cute place, it was a nice day and a great place for me to take a toddler. Our server was great. I ordered a cocktail and salad. I was pretty shocked when the bill arrived to find out my cocktail was $32. I ordered a double Casa Amigos with club soda. I'm not sure I've ever paid that much in any city for that drink. read more

I mean where else can you get a burger at 9 am - and not just a burger, but like my death row burger because it's that good! Nothing hits quite like a burger and fries at 9am- they're doing God's work! Also for whoever works there that is seeing this pls bring back the gochujang (idk if im spelling that right) chicken wings! Thx! read more

Food: 8/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Cost: 6/10 Overall: 9/10 The super fun and trendy sister restaurant to Lua Brewing! The interior inside is sooo cute with plenty of seating either inside or on the patio. service-wise, all of the staff were super awesome and friendly. We even came in a huge group and they were still very attentative and helpful with all of our questions. I'm a huge fan of Lua, so it's no surprise the beer menu is pretty solid and has some of the best Lua options. Food-wise, it's pretty good. I liked their E/O burger (seems like it'll switch) and their Lua burger (their smash burger with pickles and a nice tangy sauce). I will admit it's on the pricier side, but they just opened so I'm hoping there'll be a value or lunch menu to be added soon. I definitely recommend you check it out!! read more

Either-Or - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

We stopped in at lunch. What a nice looking place! We were immediately seated in a hightop shared bench table. The waitress had just started the day before, but was very attentive and helpful. We started out with the Mexican cheese curds - - based on a recommendation from somebod else on yelp and yummy! We then decided to share the either or burger and fries. It's a very tasty sandwich--kind of a smash burger type thing. It was plenty for the two of us. The waitress was prompt in checking on us and the place has a really cool vibe. You'll want to stop there! (Yes, it's a bit on the pricey side and doesn't have a lunch menu, but well worth it) read more

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Everything I've ever eaten here has been wonderful! Great sandwiches and the brussel sprouts are amazing. Quick and attentive service!

Just got the worst experience from a manager who used her staff and hid away while making my experience bad. She had the chance to make it right and didn't take (the server gave a suggestion and she ignored it). She didn't need to do what she did because it was not busy enough. My friends didn't want to make noise so now I have to use this method. Feel bad for her coworkers. She was terrible and I will not go back. read more

Very cool place. The food was a bit unique but I didn't hear any complaints from our party. Servers were very attentive. Nice little playground for the kids to play on if it's nice outside. read more

The food was fine. Just kinda basic but expensive. However, the outside patio was nice and the service was good.

Visiting from Kansas City with the family and so glad we found this place! The boys were jumping from bed to bed in our hotel room and the adults were starving. If only there was a place where we could have the best of both worlds?! Enter Either/or!!!! The energy at this place was vibing! Everyone had a smile on their face. The kids were all off having the best time of their lives, while the adults could kick back and relax over a good meal and great drinks. The food was a 3.5 out of 5. It was all okay, not the best food I've ever eaten but not bad. Drinks were fantastic and I even tried the thc infused beverage which I was so happy to see! Still the atmosphere and overall service and experience is what brought my overall experience to a 5star rating. Will be coming back next time we see in Des Moines for sure! read more

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If you love Lua but don't want to go that far east, Either Or is the perfect middle ground. The covered patio was cool even during our hot summer visit. I got shrimp and grits, fiance got the burger. Shrimp was a bit over cooked and I could have done with less of the sauce so the grits weren't swimming but overall great flavor combination. Fiance really enjoyed his burger, said it had the perfect cook temp and seasoning. Very family friendly. There's a play area for kids and they are dog friendly on the patio. read more

Either-Or - Lua smash burger - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Food was great and served quickly. We sat outside on the patio so our kids (6,7,8) could play. I think I was hoping for more when it said there was a play area. I think it's better suited for younger kids. Mine quickly became bored with it so we ate and left. Great food and great for young kids. read more

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Went with a friend before a concert at the Val Air. Ordered some fried Brussels that were amazing in flavor and texture but unfortunately came out basically at the same time as the meal, which made it hard to enjoy as an appetizer. Friend had the katsu and she enjoyed it. The Korean Mushroom sandwich was "meaty" and had great spice. Everything came out super hot which I appreciate. A lovely modern space that I appreciated the spaced out tables, though still a bit noisy with the crowd. Server was super nice, but she had quite a few tables so it was hard to get her attention when we needed her (ordered some ranch with the meal and it wasn't there when kitchen brought it out). Overall good food and nice place. read more

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First of all, such a fun interior it is decked out for Christmas currently. My server appeared to be new because he mentioned a menu test but was very attentive and had great recommendations. I'm not currently drinking so I wasn't able to try the cocktail menu but the drinks looked SO fun. I had the crab cake as a main and it was excellent. If I lived in the area I'd definitely be back. read more

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Have been to Either Or a few times now and there is good and bad. The ambiance and layout is nice with both inside and el fresco dining separated by floor to ceiling garage doors. Inside, the music is always too loud. The service is fair to midland each time. Never great, but doable. The problem is food consistency. We have found the Lua burger to be the one reason/ item we return. A good smash burger (ask for extra sauce on the side) on a fresh house-made bun served with decent fast-food style fries. Other than this item, we found other menu dishes have a lack of consistency. Had the Chicken Fried Chicken once and it was served with a little gravy on the chicken and nice cheesy hash browns. Today it was served with a full bowl of gravy and everything soggy. It was terrible. Either Or has become a good burger place for us and a pass on everything else on the menu. read more

This place is very loud and there are flying bugs because it is totally open to the outside. It feels like you are at a picnic with uncomfortable chairs. I understand it is a family place but there needs to be a place of all kinds of patrons. The loud barking dogs on top of all the screaming kids and bugs was a lot. The server was just ok. I had to flag her down a few times as she did not come around and ask if we needed anything or if our food was ok. They totally forgot salad dressing and she told be the salad was supposed to be dressed. The food was just ok and I was fighting bugs all night as to not have them land on my food. It was a real deal! I think this is a perfect place for people with kids that are unruly but to have an adult meal this clearly is not the place. read more

I've been here twice and both times have been amazing! If you go at a peak time, expect a little bit of a wait but you can always grab a drink at the bar. This is the perfect place for families with a playground and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I'm absolutely obsessed with the decor! As for food, the burger is always a hit. The appetizers (esp the pork belly and cheese curds) are also worth checking out. I ordered the cold noodle salad and I liked it but I do think it would be better warm. Great addition to Des Moines! read more

Either-Or - Pork belly, zucchini fries, cheese curds. - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Parking: the lot and parking is a little tight on busy nights and there's an overflow lot to the south (not west, that's pal joeys, don't park there) but if there's soccer games happening with the shared overflow lots, it's a little bit of a nightmare. Seating: good variety with bar, high tops, low tops, booths, huge patio with tables and picnic tables as well as fire pit areas for lounging and drinking and a fun little kid zone with a slide. Vibe: "your grandma's house but cooler" kind of nails this. From wooden tables and chairs to vintage silverware and plates hanging on the wall, it's eclectic and modern meets a vintage vibe and is really well done. Food and drinks: lots of great beer variety and served nice and cold. Wish there was a bit more options for food, but the food we ordered was really tasty and flavorful. Ranch: 5/5 on the good ranch scale read more

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What a great location, sister company of lua brewery. The staff was really nice. Considering I was here on their second day, they're still figuring out seating. The parents seem to love this place since there's a big green playground outside. The name means you can sit inside or outside. It's really nice eclectic decor. I would come again if the menu rotates otherwise there's not much options. There's also not enough parking considering the amount of tables they have. read more

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I could take it or leave it. Good for a group with kids. Excellent family friendly patio. Great drink and beer menu. Underwhelming food. Chairs were dirty and needed wiped off before sitting. Ordered the Korean Philly and was warned that it was spicy. If it comes with a verbal warning, it should probably be stated on the menu. Had the Lua burger, fries and roasted cauliflower. Fries, burger and bun were incredibly salty. Roasted cauliflower was clearly left over from the weekend and reheated- not fresh. Assume it's brined before roasting and does not taste necessarily of cauliflower. It could be good if it was freshly roasted. Had an automatic 3% service charge added to my check- even though I paid cash it was not removed. read more

Either-Or - Lua Smashburger, Roasted Cauliflower and fries - Salad Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

I'd give this a 3.5 if I was able. We came in from Chicago and had a late lunch with family. We were a party of 8 and when we came in we were told there were not outside tables available but there were, they just needed to be cleared. I feel like there was a slight staffing issue and had that been not the case our experience would have been better. The tables being cleared and the fact that I waited at the bar for info on a drink for ten minutes with no one else around there. Now for the good-- the waiter we got was great. His service and personality was top notch. The play space was something unique and our toddler loved being out there (though maybe the addition of a hand sanitizer station would be helpful as you go to eat after/while playing). The Brussels sprout app was good and my poke bowl was well sized but over sauced. We also order a fried potato appetizer with the salsa on the side that never appeared. There were a few more slight errors (wrong beer but it was corrected, bland O/E chicken sandwich) which is why I just can't go above a mediocre rating. Great concept and perhaps they will tweak some things to have what could be a very good and unique space. read more

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Always great food, great wine, and great ambiance! Huge advocate for more restaurants with playgrounds!

Love this place. It has a great vibe and I've ordered something different each time I've been there and it's always amazing food. I can't wait to go back again. The service was great as well. read more

price of a Bloody Mary ridiculous at $13. small, diluted, had to ask for a lime. Up your game! overall prices too high. Too many great priced, great food restaurants in DM to ever go back. read more

The food and service were good, the atmosphere amazing , but man, was it expensive. If it wasn't so pricey, it would be a place I would regularly visit, but will have to be a special treat, once in a while instead. read more