Had to stop on my way through Des Moines. If you love BBQ don't miss the chance to eat at Smokey…read moreD's. Jalapeño Cheddar Hot links were so amazing. Smokey, cheesey and a little kick. So tasty and juicy. I should have bought two orders because my friend wanted to eat all of it. Brisket burnt ends were amazing! The bark was so yummy. Brisket was moist and Smokey. Perfect size, too. Pulled pork was also juicy and Smokey. Pork at other places can dry out quickly, but not at Smokey D's. It was filled with flavor and I couldn't stop eating it (until I had eaten all of it). Baked beans were very tasty and good. Coleslaw was just the right creamy sweetness to keep the palette clean. Not pictured was the two orders of garlic toast I ordered after eating the piece that came with the plate. Overall a sweet 10/10 from me, or as a BBQ judge, I give it all straight 9's.

We were early, right at opening, party of 2. The smell alone lets you know you've been invited for…read moresome good BBQ. The lady at the counter, she's got your back and is very friendly helping you through the menu. Staff all around is super nice and helpful! The food just can't be beat when it comes to BBQ in DSM. Don't get me wrong, there are a couple spots, but Smokey D's knocks it out of the park with their consistency and quality, every single time. Thanks for the grub! See you for our next birthday lunch!

Very lively BBQ spot!! They have a decent sized parking lot, which is good because this place is…read morealways busy. It can get pretty full and loud, probably because they're great for large groups and families. The atmosphere is very fun. I like that they have meat challenges and their news articles all over the walls. They also have a big bar and plenty of TVs to watch games. The BBQ was pretty good! I got the Two BBQ Dinner 2 Meat: Pulled pork, pulled chicken, Campfire baked beans, and jalapeño cream corn. The BBQs sauces on the table really helped it. The classic is rich and sweet, and the hot had a bit of kick to it. The meat was tender. The baked beans were pretty good- I liked that it was a variety of beans. The jalapeño creamed corn wasn't spicy in the least but it was still my favorite. It was creamy and warm!! Service was nice and it didn't take too long, even with how crowded it was.

We stumbled upon this BBQ spot right across from the Adventureland campgrounds, and honestly it was…read morethe perfect find after a long day. The vibe is exactly what you want from a casual BBQ joint laid back, a little loud, TVs on, and that classic neighborhood bar feel. Super easy, no pressure, just good food and a place to hang out. We ordered a mix of things to try and everything came out hot and packed with flavor. The wings were crispy and saucy (definitely a highlight), and the waffle fries were seasoned perfectly and so good dipped in their ranch. The BBQ plate was super solid too tender, smoky meat with classic sides like green beans, mac and cheese, and cornbread that felt comforting and homemade. Also have to mention the chips and queso moment, simple but hit the spot. Service was friendly and quick, which made it even better after a long day of traveling and being outside. Overall, if you're staying at Adventureland or passing through, this is such an easy, satisfying stop. Nothing fancy, just good, hearty BBQ and a fun atmosphere. Would definitely come back.

We stopped in during a bicycle ride today and enjoyed some great beers anda friendly bartender…read more She was awesome and friendly. I think she and my wife my be besties after that visit! We had some seasonal beers and relaxed before heading back home in the wind. The "talking shit about a pretty sunset." Was a delicious wheat beer. They should add it to their normal offerings. This brewery has always offered some of the best brew in Des Moines. The location is really awesome and historical. They claim that is it haunted. So maybe you could get some boos and brews! Lol! Go check it out!

I never felt welcome the entire time I was here. Maybe I put off my anti-bicyclist vibe…read more Anyhow, I sat myself at the bar. The female bartender tried to serve someone else first; the customer told them I was there before them. The male bartender never said a word to me. They never checked back in, never asked if I'd been there before, but seemed to embrace their regulars. I left after one and probably will not return...unfortunate, as the blood orange wheat I had was delicious. Crisp, full flavor with a clean finish.

I've eaten at Leachmon's twice. Both times the sandwiches were amazing. They just recently started…read moreopening for lunch and both times I ate at the lunch counter. The space has an old-time diner feel on one side of the restaurant. Monday through Wednesday they serve various sandwiches and fries. All the prices are in the $10-$13 range. On Thursday through Sunday they have a full menu with ribs, Southern sides, and interesting desserts. Prices are higher, but appropriate. This review is a preview because I will definitely be going for the full menu. The service is prompt and everything has been tasty. I am judging them solely on service and food. They're pretty new to the space so I'm giving them a pass on the ambience. It's a family restaurant and restauranting is hard work. I trust that they will get the ambiance fully dialed in in time. The most important thing is the food anyway and they have BBQ down! Lucky to have them so close to work :)

This is 5 star food in our great city. The owner is humble and has so much to be proud of! They…read morewere out of many things in the day we tried, but that won't stop us. They have a board of items listing what they're out of. I had the brisket sandwich with fries and mac and cheese. The sandwich was everything you want brisket to be. Tender, succulent, perfect crust and loaded on a grilled bun. The fries were great and had some delicious rub/seasoning on them. The mac and cheese was different than expected, but in a good way. Rotini noodles, cheesey, perfectly seasoned. You need to go. They're not open all days of the week so check yourself so you don't end up brokenhearted. Go. Eat. Indulge. Tip well. Thank me later.

Since the new owner took over DON'T GO HERE! Unless you want to pay $36 for 3 loose meat…read moresandwiches! I asked for 3 loose meat sandwiches only. $36 please. I was like I only want 3 not 6. The girl, who was new was yeah that is the total. Then after saying I only wanted the sandwiches and not the basket I said, holy smokes good thing I only got the sandwiches! She then told me it didn't matter it was the same price! I said fine then for that give me the fries that go with it. She then said that makes it $42 for 3 sandwiches and 3 fries. I was like that isn't the same price. She said yeah fries are a dollar extra!!! So what comes with the basket, I asked? Just homemade chips that don't hold up well for take out. Bonduarant can't and will not accept a place that charges for cafe food like this! Close it down and give the Fareway more room! $36 worth of Fareway steaks are so much better! I know that prices are going up, but give a person the chance to go cheaper with less of an order. Do not try to charge every person $14 that walks in for any ordrer they make!

The food was good. I had a tenderloin and would have another. Sad part is it's in a store closed on…read moreSunday so they can't be open. Will be back again.

We ordered delivery through a third party. This buffalo chicken wrap is fire. Homemade potato chips…read morelike these are my all time favorite and they're hard to find anywhere! Next time, I'll go inside. Seriously, this wrap was STUFFED with goodness! I can not wait to try everything on the menu!

If you are like me who likes to find the gem restaurants when you travel Flame hits that mark…read more It's tucked away on the main street of Bondurant. The small dining room seats 22 and the buildout is all new inside. The service is great and the food is great. I had the birrias tacos and a plate of chips & salsa. I have seen birrias tacos on the menu at a restaurant only one other time and they are a real treat. The Flame's version of that dish was fantastic. I always enjoy when the chef asks me "how is the food" and I tell him (in this case) muy bien. The stream of take out food was constant during the time I was here. It was a Wednesday night. So that tells me the neighborhood has caught on to this place. If you staying in a hotel and sick of looking at the chain restaurants, make the drive and treat yourself to birrias tacos. Cheers!

This place has gone steadily downhill over the last few years. Was one of our favorite stops on the…read moretrails, no more. Today was the last time. We sat down and waited 10 minutes to get anyone to stop by our table. All the while we watched the servers stop and drop shots off for a big table, watch them consume their shots, cleared their table, then walk away from us again. We left. Never had a server acknowledge us. And it wasn't busy. A similar experience happened last season and we gave them yet another shot. Really sad to see a great location like this turn away previous happy clients.

4 of us went here for dinner on a Sunday evening. We were…read morethe only customers in the place until a couple showed up and sat at the bar. The restaurant was cold, we all kept our coats on. The waffle fries were very good, but the other food was average or below. I had wings and they had a very fishy smell and taste to them. I had to dip them in extra ranch to eat them. The service was also poor, after waiting to have our drinks refilled (and get more ranch) we finally got the waitresses attention, but she clearly should have checked on us sooner. She apologized for "chatting" with her coworkers. I'm a pretty fast eater, but the food got cold before I finished. Overall not a good experience.

We had a great waitress! She was attentive & pleasant…read more It's a sports bar-- lots of tvs & occasional cheers. We were watching an ISU FB game. Drinks came quickly. Hubby's walleye bites were tender & tasty. Mac & cheese was basic. My flat bread pizza was good. It had a cream cheese base so you can only eat a few slices of that decadent pie! Friend's brisket sandwich & fries were good. Her hub's prime rib grilled cheese was tasty. The coleslaw he had with it was flavorless. It was a bit chilly in the booth with north side windows! Want to watch a game? Great place!!

SBG is one of my all time favorites. I've never had a bad experience. Service is great, bartenders…read moreare friendly, food is fantastic and worth every penny. TV's everywhere, you won't miss a game! I hate the tall bar tables, but there are plenty of booths. Brisket quesadillas is one of my favorites as are the burgers and parm fries. You just can't go wrong here!

We went in yesterday around lunch time. We wanted to pick up some of the rubs that y husband likes…read moreto use. One we got and the other one they were out of, but they have it on order. There are so many to choose from, how on earth would you narrow it down if you didn't know what you wanted. That's my complaint right there. I have way to many choices. That's a good complaint. They have smokers, plants, rock, you name it for BBQing and landscaping. Lady that checked us out was pleasant and polite. Did not require us to wear a mask. We'll be back in the next few weeks for Mary's Cherry rub.

From the owner: Shop Where The Pros' Shop…read more Hawgeyes BBQ complete outdoor cooking center. It's stocked with everything you need for fabulous cookouts: Choose from our smokers, gas grills, and pellet grills. We have Horizon Smokers for backyard BBQ to Barbecue competition grilling, Green Mt. Pellet grills for all sorts of cooking.Try one of our sauces, rubs, and marinades, or try them all! Blues Hog Sauces, Russ & Franks, Slabs, Horizon, Rufus Teagues BBQ Sauces, Chef Williams' marinades, Butcher.Select from our woods, natural charcoal, and wood pellets including: Hardwood Charcoal, Hickory wood, Cherry chunks, Pecan chips, Sasafrass, and other BBQ woods.

For those who know me and follow my reviews, you already know: I love, love, love to eat--and I…read moretake pride in giving fair, honest feedback. I also believe in being the best at your job, and that includes our wait staff. I'm someone who tips generously, but I expect the service to match the tip. Unfortunately, this visit had a few missed opportunities. We ordered a 1-meat dinner with pulled chicken and sweet potato fries, a pound of shrimp with Carolina sauce, and an order of fried cheese squares to start. The appetizers came out quickly, hot and fresh--the cheese squares were golden and crisp, and they had great flavor. That was a great start. But from there, the experience started to slide. Our server was polite, but not engaged. There was no real greeting, no check-in after the food arrived, and zero personality or warmth that could have elevated the experience. We had to flag someone down for drink refills, and while we weren't in a rush, the entrees took longer than expected to come out. The food itself was solid--pulled chicken had good flavor, the shrimp was a highlight with its tangy Carolina sauce--but the lack of connection from the staff made it feel transactional, not welcoming. With just a little more attentiveness or a smile, this could have been a five-star experience. Missed opportunities like these matter. People come back for the food, but they stay loyal for the service. I wanted to leave a bigger tip, but I left feeling like I was tipping for speed, not hospitality. I'll try again--maybe it was just an off night--but I hope the next visit delivers the warmth that matches .

We've stopped at Jethro's twice now while in town for basketball tournaments. It is, in a word:…read more"serviceable" The atmosphere is solid and the baked beans border on greatness (with little pieces of pork mixed in), but their homemade sauces do not impress and every pulled pork dish is too dry to eat sans sauce. No issues with the service, but they didn't exactly 'wow' us either.