Came here for breakfast. I only got one thing, a fruit tart to go. But I will say the tart that I…read morehad was pretty good, cost was reasonable. Additionally, I find this place really charming. I really like the interior, and i would totally come here for sit down at some point in the future

This place uses to be great but has really gone downhill…read more I owed a coworker lunch so we came by. Her turkey sandwich had such hard bread it was borderline inedible. Their mushroom soup was very bland and had a weird texture. I also grabbed a cookie and it was very mushy in the middle. There was a weird bitter chunk of I think baking powder or baking soda. I chose a Turkey club planning to pick the bacon off but it was chopped really tiny and weirdly wet and mushy, spread over the bread? I can't really hold that against them it was on me for ordering it but I didn't expect bacon to look like that. The bread had a god chew but was really bland. This place used to be great, I loved their mushroom sandwich. When they took it off the menu I quit coming. I am really bummed that the quality dropped so much. The desserts are so tempting looking but I don't think I will be back again.

If you don't go anywhere else while in town, go here! The food is so good, Cinnamon Pancakes are…read moreAMAZING and breakfast tacos are huge.

Loved the ambiance, food and kind service by the staff. Walkable from the farmers market area,…read morebeautiful view on the bridge when walking up. Staff were super busy and in need of some extra hands, but still friendly and courteous!

Food, service, and wine pairing were all exceptional, and having the brilliant Chef Baruthio…read moreexplain every dish is a very special touch. It certainly is expensive, but worth every penny, for a special occasion. Kudos!

I was bitterly disappointed in this restaurant. I loved Baru 66 but this did not live up to those…read morestandards. We went in May and the food was subpar, the wine pairing were disappointing and they charged for water! It was ridiculously expensive and not worth it. I won't be back.

There are not many places in the DSM metro that have excellent quality control, skilled baristas…read moreand are consistently excellent. Mars is absolutely one of them doing it right. They also have Skim milk. Many don't if that's your go to. Mars is a must go on your next espresso tour. Super nice staff, busy and comfortable place to go near Drake.

I LOVE what they have done with Mars. It's a vibe. The coffee is outstanding. You must try their…read moreseasonal creations. Those have been the best treat when I stop in. They also have pastries, sandwiches, and Australian pies! The baristas seem to really love their job which makes a huge difference in the drink quality and the environment. Good place to meet with friends or just have a quiet moment to yourself. I tend to go out of my way to stop here when I can.

Railroad Bill's is hands down one of my favorite breakfast spots in DSM. The combination of the…read moreantique shop and cozy restaurant gives it such a unique vibe, and the vegan menu is amazing. Finding GOOD vegan breakfast options can be hard, but they absolutely nail it here. The new menu item vegan chick'n & waffles is delicious but my favorite thing to order is the vegan biscuits and gravy with a side of tofu scramble and putting the scramble right on top of the biscuits... 10/10 every time. Huge portions, flavorful food, and great prices. My husband is obsessed too. He gets the little chicken biscuit with cheese and onions on his hash browns and says it's one of the best breakfasts he's ever had. The staff is always super nice and the outdoor seating is a great touch. Only thing to note is you order at the counter, so bigger groups may get food at slightly different times, but honestly it's worth it. Definitely recommend checking this place out!

Good place for a quick, unique experience. The employees were welcoming. Food came out fast. The…read moredecor and theme were as on point.

We rolled in with a party of six (reservation on point, confirmations and updates included), and…read morethey were ready for us like pros. Wood-fire kiln? It made the whole place smell delicious! Daily specials? Absolutely. A menu with a little something for everyone--bowls, pizzas, sandwiches--but make it high-end. Add in cocktails and lattes (because choices matter), a really nice space where you can actually sit, relax, and visit without shouting across the table, and you have a win. Service was solid and smooth, and the automatic gratuity for our group made checkout easy and drama-free. Though I will say I don't understand this philosophy, but okay! You would have gotten more out of me. If you are looking for a spot that delivers good food, good vibes, and room to enjoy the people you are with, St Kilda's delivered.

As you drive through the junction stop in at St. Kilda's on 5 th for brunch and order from their…read morecreative menu - Salmon. The salmon was fresh served with two poached eggs that increased the scrumptious taste as the small steamed sliced finger potatoes, sliced cherry tomatoes and leaves of baby spinach circled the plate illuminating an eye appealing dish that was Flavor-town worthy. The side salad tossed in ranch was fabulous, but the red velvet cake was dry in the center needing a little tender loving care as it related to the mixing, baking temperature or more oil to improve the center moisture. Menu had some creative brunch options with moderate pricing, The super friendly wait staff (Isabella) seated you within minutes based on your preference-- parking on the street was good and close to the front. The decor was very upscale mod suitable for casual dining making it a perfect place for social gatherings. Another small business in the Junction to try and support.

First timer here! came the morning after a fun night in downtown Des Moines. Nothing like a chilly…read moremorning and classic diner eats, cozy and exactly what you want the morning after! Excellent and friendly service here too. A true bottomless coffee - truly the servers didn't let us even see the bottoms of our mugs. Loved it I got the 1/4 everything hash browns with over easy eggs and cottage cheese. Harrison went with the wave lands best skillet with white toast. Yummy yummy yummy. The crispy hashbrowns paired so well with the mixins. Definitely go for the everything hash browns with the over easy eggs. I'd say a must for a first timer. Also nothing was overly greasy. You felt good leaving. 10/10! Will be back

I was your restaurant this morning for breakfast. I sat on a stool in the front where I got to…read morewatch all the cooks in the kitchen. None of them wore gloves or hair netting. It was pretty disgusting to watch them as they were picking up bacon, sausages and cheese slices with their hands without using tongs. As well as rolling sausages in a pancake with their bare hands. And then to slide an egg on top of the biscuits and gravy with bare hands never using a spatula. To top if off I saw a waitress sneeze, then wipe her mouth and nose with her hand and continued to bring out plates of food!!! I don't think I will be coming back to the Waveland, the hygiene there is pretty bad!!

I'll start with logistics - I'ts on the third floor of the State Historical Building. You can take…read morethe steps or elevator. They have a large outdoor terrace, and of course a good deal of indoor seating. The terrace hosts musicians on some Fridays, which was what brought us to have lunch here. It was very good! I ordered the Tacos Carnitas - a nicely spiced pork with rice, on a soft corn tortilla. The order of 3 was a good sized lunch portion for me. My wife got the grilled salmon, which was a good sized filet on a mound of fresh veggies, with a butter sauce. It was also a good sized portion, with pretty good fish, and nicely cooked veggies. They had a number of cakes available that looked awesome, but we decided to call it quits after polishing off our entrees. Service was very good - our drinks were topped off frequently and without asking, and once the sun came out we moved outdoors to enjoy the music (although we could also hear it inside with the doors opened), and our server continued to check on us after we'd paid our check. Nice spot if you are in this area - windows give an expansive view of the southeast part of the East Village area. Good food, service, and on this day...entertainment!

15 of us came and ate here Service was good…read more I had a blue cheese salad and some dish with bread and sausage in a creamy red sauce Some people ordered quiche and they didn't like their order; it was over cooked Not a large lunch selection There is a nice view and you have the Museum to run around.

Great home cooked food! Hot peppers were just right. Patty melt and meatloaf were awesome.read more

Food is always good when we visit and the staff is wonderful. Our grandkids love going there and…read morethe menu covers all there tastes.

Seated right away. Drinks were generous. Salmon was amazing. Pan Con Lechon sandwich was delicious…read more Music was great. Servers and bartenders were spot on. Attentive, helpful. I will return.

came here on a Saturday when the breakfast place next door had a 30-minute wait. We had the entire…read morerestaurant to ourselves. It felt like an authentic Cuban eatery with the music and the wall art. Be sure to ask for the vegan menu if that is your thing. It took a while for our food to arrive, but once it did, we enjoyed the authentic Cuban fare. I had the vegan cuan sandwich, which was very filling.