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    Potbelly

    3.7 (46 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Fast Food, Salad
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Roasted oysters

    Unsure why this place isnt 4.5+. Either Des Moines has endless 5 star places but the menu, curation, service, was beyond exceptional. Very fortunate to have not based this off reviews rather going and experiencing. Highly recommend!

    Chicken Club on flatbread
    Leah A.

    I order delivery from this location to work and have never visited so I can't speak to in-store experience. However, always great experiences with delivery orders. Accurate, warm, delivered on time and they always find our storefront which appears to be a trick for the other delivery services in town. Delivery drivers are always friendly and professional to boot. I can't say the same for the corporate app -- when it works it's great but that's only a small percentage of the time. Lots of rewards and freebies come with the app, I would recommend as you can redeem via in person or when you call in an order.

    Grilled Chicken cheddar sandwich, Vanilla Shake
    Nav S.

    Last time I had potbelly it was in Michigan and I really enjoyed it. So after class I wasn't really in the mood to cook so decided to try potbelly. I want to start off by saying they do close at 7 so be mindful and there is only street parking. It is a cute little downtown area so after grabbing a bite you can definitely walk around. The two ladies that helped me were super sweet. I ended up getting the chicken cheddar sandwich with a bottle of coke and my husband just wanted an milkshake. The cost was around 19 dollars which isn't bad considering the regular size sandwich which two people can happily eat if you just want a small meal. They weren't busy but we also went around 6:30pm. Worth a shot thou!

    Italian original with peppers
    Vivian T.

    Yay!!! Finally, we have a Potbelly! I wasn't even expecting this place to arrive in Des Moines anytime soon, so it was a pleasant surprise to find one downtown on 6th and Locust! The Atmosphere: This place is smaller than other locations I've been to in bigger cities but it was still nice and bright and fit quite a bit of people during the lunch rush! The service: We called in our order so I can only review on that but they were very friendly and helpful with any questions I had. The Food: Italian Original - 4/5 I ordered this on the house bread with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers, deli mustard and mayo. It was delicious and filling! Honestly, it was so filling as is that I was only able to finish half! All in all, I would definitely come back and I hope that they start to have a little more of an extensive menu like other cities have so we can try their other varieties! Thank you for finally opening one up in Des Moines! Looking forward to your West Des Moines location so I can get one closer to my house.

    Chicken salad sub with provolone cheese on multi grain bread.
    Nicole H.

    I ordered the chicken salad sub on multi grain bread. It was fresh & tasty. I wish they would have put a little bit more chicken salad on it because the bread is thick. A tad dry... I would order again but I would have to add mayo/salt.

    Black avocado
    Ashleey G.

    This is absolutely disgusting! I ordered delivery and this is black avocado, how could you think this is ok to put on someone's sandwich? I'm so disgusted I can't even finish my food.

    Oreo milkshake
    Shiggo S.

    Very much white. They had a very limited choice of toppings and their only sauce was mayo,oil and Italian seasoning which was very disappointing because it tasted plain the Oreo milkshake on the other hand was decent and worth a try.

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    Quick service, friendly staff, and the Wreck is the best sandwich I've had in a long time!

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    love potbelly so much, their sandwiches are so good, milkshakes are amazing, and don't forget the cookies!

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    We loved the subs we visited the one in downtown Des Moines Iowa service was great! We will look for one near where we live!

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    9 years ago

    So fast, great food, and spectacular service! The staff was so attentive and made sure you got what you ordered!

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    8 years ago

    Yum! My new favorite sandwich place! Everyone is super kind.. Special kudos to Sunny and Dylan, you are awesome!

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    The Green Olive

    The Green Olive

    4.6
    (118 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    Great fresh Mediterranean food, friendly service, and generous portions. The Green Olive is a Des…read moreMoines gem.

    5-Star Plus Plus Review: Green Olive at 1960 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265…read more Green Olive absolutely delivered a meal that felt like comfort food and a special treat at the same time. I ordered the combo meal, and it was the kind of plate that makes you slow down and enjoy every bite because there is so much flavor and variety. The chicken was tender and well-seasoned, with that perfect balance of warm spices that tastes rich without being too heavy. The beef had a deep, savory flavor and a satisfying bite, and the lamb was the real standout. It tasted clean, bold, and cooked just right, with that hearty, slightly smoky taste that makes lamb worth ordering. Every protein on the plate felt like it was prepared with care, not rushed. The rice was fresh and fluffy, and it did exactly what great rice should do. It held the meal together and soaked up the flavor from everything around it. Then came the best part, the variety of sauces. Each sauce brought something different. One added a creamy smooth finish, another gave a bright kick, and another brought that deeper, bold flavor that keeps you coming back for one more bite. I loved being able to mix and match because it made the meal feel like several meals in one. To finish, I had the cheesecake and coffee, and that was the perfect ending. The cheesecake was smooth, rich, and satisfying without being overly sweet. The coffee was warm, strong, and comforting, and it tied everything together like a great closing note. Bottom line: Green Olive gave me a full, flavorful, and well-balanced experience from the first bite to the last sip. If you want a meal that is filling, fresh, and packed with variety, the combo meal is the way to go. The staff were friendly and kind absolutely OUTSTANDING!!!

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    The Green Olive

    4.7
    (28 reviews)
    5.5 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?

    Awesome lunch, first time here. Family Run, get food, great…read moreservice. My friend and I split the #7 and each tried their home made aguas fresca, she had pineapple and I had Cantaloupe. Refreshing!

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    Eatery A

    4.1
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    1.7 mi
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    Hasn't been here for a while so we stopped in with another couple for dinner. Got right in on a…read moreTuesday without a reservation. My wife and I split a bottle of wine-they have a pretty good selection to choose from. For dinner I got the Gyro. It had chopped lamb, which was a different twist, but it was pretty good. My wife got the Hangar Steak. It was tasty and came with a generous portion of fingerling potatoes and Brussels Sprouts. The other couple got a pizza and Fig and Pear Bruschetta. Their pizzas are always good and the Bruschetta was tasty too. Our server Reagan was excellent-checked in on us regularly and was very personable. Good menu with a lot of variety. Great patio too when the weather cooperates!

    We stopped in for an early dinner and ended up leaving before even being served…read more We had our baby with us in a car seat and asked for a booth along the wall so we'd have a safe place to set him, which has never been an issue for us at other restaurants. After being initially seated in a booth that didn't fit the car seat, we asked to move to a small half booth in the (completely empty) dining room. One hostess told us that was perfectly fine, so we got settled. Shortly after, another hostess came back and asked us to move again to a standard table where the only option was placing the car seat on the floor, which we weren't comfortable with. At that point, we chose to leave. What was most disappointing wasn't the seating issue itself, but how it was handled. The restaurant was empty at the time, and the interaction felt unnecessarily rigid and unwelcoming--especially as new parents just trying to have a quick, low-impact meal. We ended up going elsewhere and had a completely different experience. Unfortunately, this visit changed our perception, and we won't be returning.

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