4.4* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $33 05/01/2026 We wanted to try a burger here as they were one of 10 finalists for Iowa Burger of the Year - and we got the opportunity last night with our son and daughter-in-law, along with our grandson. Being on the golf course, it is a bit out of the way and admittedly was a little confusing to find the first time we drove over to see the location. That said, how can you rate the atmosphere as anything other but top-notch when you look out the large glass windows onto a well-maintained golf course and pond. Our first order was the adult beverages - which admittedly started with disappointment and ended in delight. I'm as stickler for details and love Mezcal Palomas (see my recipe to make your own at home), so the first thing I noticed was that "Poloma" was spelled wrong on the menu. We all thought the special on the board by the entry door looked good, so ordered a round of Gin Basil Smash drinks (see picture). While it tasted great, all of us commented about how small it was...so assured the next round included larger drinks (especially since they were all the same price). That was were my satisfaction turned to delight, as I asked our server if she could substitute Mezcal for the Tequila in the menu Paloma. She said that they could - and that drink (see picture) was fantastic! For our meals, my wife ordered Shrimp Tacos with corn tortillas (see picture) and I went for a Burger of the Year candidate with The Fuego (see picture). As we always do, we shared portions of our food to try both plates. The Shrimp Tacos and chips were delicious and I found the included salsa to be quite bland. As to The Fuego, be aware that this does indeed live up to its name and it quite spicey - I found it delicious, but my wife thought it was too hot and was trying to remove jalapenos and sauce for her 2nd bite. While the burger was good, the real star of the show with The Fuego was the fries - at least in my opinion. They were browned perfectly, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and oh, so delicious! If you go, I suggest you go during daylight to enjoy the view of the golf course...and make sure you try the french fries and a Mezcal Paloma! Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com

I came in for a lovely dinner with my friends from out of town, it was prime rib night! My…read morefavorite!! The view of the course from the restaurant was beautiful. There was great service from all who were working. Our food came out in a very timely manner and I will definitely be coming back here with my kiddos!!

Came here to view the venue for our future wedding. Kim was very pleasant and gave us a complete…read moretour of the barn. Barn holds up to 300. They have a gorgeous interior space and plenty of outdoor seating options for your event. Ceremony and reception can be held at the same place with either an outdoor or indoor ceremony. There is a gazebo set up outside with benches on either side of an isle. There is ample room for parking in their gravel lot. The Bridal suite is absolutely gorgeous and bright! I can only imagine the perfect photographs being taken in this room for someone's special day! When we visited the venue was decorated for an upcoming wedding this weekend. Kim had great ideas, decorations and planning for the upcoming event and would be wonderful to work with. Check out their website for more information.

Farmhouse Catering did two events for us a couple weeks ago. They did our rehearsal dinner and our…read moreson's wedding reception. They were so easy to work with. Very flexible and they have a great selection to pick from. Overall the food was amazing, and their staff worked so hard to make sure the meals were perfect. Everything was on time and all the food choices stayed full. Not once did I see their staff standing still, they were always making sure things were clean and full. If you have any events coming up, up you should give them a call!

Farmhouse Catering catered for my daughter's wedding and they did an amazing job. Communication was…read moreperfect, their team is knowledgeable, available for questions, and they are organized. The food was amazing as well and some of my guests who are more particular even loved the food. I was so thankful we found them for catering! I would recommend them to anyone.

We recently had our reception here, they delivered exactly what I envisioned. The set up was…read moreabsolutely stunning, the food was off the charts (we got so many compliments) from the rehearsal dinner to the food for the day of, it was all delicious. We had a math error for our cupcake count and their baker made herself available as to provide additional cupcakes the day before our wedding (which we also got a ton of compliments for). Gatherings also provided us a small cake to cut for the reception, not only was it stunning, but it tasted as good as it looked. I don't think I have a single thing to complain about, seriously, I couldn't have asked for it to be more perfect. I highly recommend them.

This is a wonderful venue to host and attend conferences. The entry works perfectly for exhibitors…read moreand I love all the natural light that comes in and that its the first thing attendees see when they walk in. Down the hall is the main conference room and additional space for breakout sessions or I have seen those rooms used for exhibitors as well. Again, lots of natural lighting in the session rooms, which I absolutely love. Catering is all done out of house but the venue has a list of local businesses they work with you can choose from for your event. I have only had box lunches when I have been at events here, but I would guess they could do a buffet meal as well.

The enrichment center is part of an on the DMACC campus in Ankeny…read more We have used the center for our annual infinite campus user group meeting. The facility is very clean and accommodating. The staff are very helpful in getting the access to technology and helping us help the presentations. It easily accommodated our group text of 300 people. We used a local vendor to cater our event and the facility is great at supporting them as well. We have already scheduled this venue for next year.

This was a really great place to play mini-golf. Great setting under the trees, with a creek and…read morelarge pond in the middle of the course. Great way to have fun outside - even on sunny days - with the shade from the trees.

I went here for a Duck's Unlimited event. The location is nice, not to far off of the interstate…read more It has a nice main area, and smaller rooms around that area. They have a bar, the bartenders are always very nice. I think this is our third year holding our annual event here. We have never had any problems that I am aware of. They have plenty of parking and you can drive to the front and drop people or stuff off. The bathrooms are nice. They have paper towels, but no trash can near the door. Check out this venue if you are looking to rent a venue.

The rustic Fairview Lodge is run by Story City and is nicely situated and overlooking the park and…read moreright next to the historical Carousel. This is primarily a meeting venue and a convenient place to "wash up".