You really can't find a country bar better than Shotgun Betty's. Whenever I am in West Des Moines, this is my go to! The karaoke nights are a blast and after some liquid courage you can kick up your boots, and find yourself a flannel-clad country boy to teach you how to two-step. The drinks are strong, the music is good, and the country boys are definitely nothing to complain about. You'd be crazy to pass this place up on a warm summer night. Yee-Haw! read more

Overall, we had fun, but there were some MAJOR issues. Drinks were very expensive (around $7.50 each). More concerning was a "regular customer named Hunter" who followed my friends and I around throughout the night. We reported his behavior to security MULTIPLE times, explaining that he was making us uncomfortable, but he was never asked to leave. He spent the night staring at us, following us around, and continuing to walk back and forth around our table. He also approached other women in ways that made them uncomfortable. He carried a fan and used it to blow up my friend's top. We witnessed him putting the fan near another woman's skirt. Security eventually asked him to put the fan away as that "was the issue", but no further action was taken despite numerous complaints. He was reported MULTIPLE times to the servers and security, and was NEVER escorted out because "he's usually harmless." Thankfully, a group of guys stood by my friends and my side all night, making sure this creep would not approach us again. Due to this man's creepy behavior and security's failure to make sure my friends and I were safe, I would NEVER return. read more

Great drink prices & specials. Love the live music. Staff is always very friendly & helpful. Definitely recommend.

We had so much fun at Shotgun Betty's! The energy was awesome from start to finish. Jake was amazing--super friendly and made the whole night even better. Tiny showed up a little smaller but just as fun, and the vibe stayed high all night. Great music, great people, and a place that really knows how to show you a good time. We'll definitely be back--Shotgun Betty's never disappoints! read more

Great little bar in the Des Moines area. I'm not a huge country music fan, but I do love dancing, and have recently gotten into line dancing. We grabbed beers from the bar, found a table, and enjoyed the scene on a Thursday night. It was pretty busy considering it wasn't yet the weekend, and the crowd was really pleasant. I wish we could've stayed longer because it was such a fun spot. I would definitely return back next time I'm in town and I recommend Shotgun Betty's to anyone in the area! read more

If I could give 0 stars I would.. A girl took a video/photo over the stalls, and that was okay? But two girls in the same stall was not... Absolutely disgusting. They kicked me and a friend out without any cause. Had to leave two full drinks at the bar once the bouncer made us leave. I just can't believe that we were kicked out for going to the restroom together but some girl can have and MASS PRODUCE SEXUAL CONTENT of my friend and it's all "peachy keen." Gross bouncers and disgusting bartenders: read more

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. I went recently to get out of the house. About a minute after entering the bouncer told me a bartender said I "Had too much to drink. You're walking weird." So I had to leave. I hadn't had anything to drink all day... read more

It's a fun place to go with friends. Have some drinks and play Pool. It's in a convenient spot right across from the Big Motel.

I went here on Friday night to celebrate my 21st, the bartender at the time was awesome. I had no idea what to order so he gave his recommendations! There were lots of people by 10 and hard to hear around everyone. But will be back for sure! read more

What a fun place! Friendly bartenders, great DJs and a crowd that doesn't take itself too seriously . From out of town, and highly recommend. read more

As long as I've been going here I just cant grasp the draw to this place. Its packed to the gills after 9pm every time. They over serve guest everytime I'm there. It's hard to get to the bathroom much less anywhere else. It's just really not that friendly of an environment. They need more security and ask people to leave who are crashing into others trying to enjoy their night. read more

Hey! Shotgun Betty's was really unfortunate, my friend went first and her ID was real, and my other friend went second. Both ID's were real, the bouncer decided to take my friends and refused to give it back. Because of this she had to go to the DMV and get a new one. Unacceptable. read more

I always have a good time here. I enjoy the atmosphere and the regulars are always friendly. The staff does a great job keeping up with how busy they are. The DJs play great music. All in all this place is fun to visit on a regular basis. read more

Party Bus Stop! If you are a country fan at all this is a great stop! Out in West glen area this bar has a dance floor that was almost body to body in every other song. There was room for people to boogie when the songs came on and it was easy to get up to the bar for a quick shot. The bartender was very friendly and quick. The DJ was also as friendly with all the ladies and even handed out a couple beers and shots. I really think for the few country bars we have in town this is a good stop. There are a few booths around the edges of the bar if you want to sit and chat but good luck with the rocking music selections. Well be back again as we love to two step. read more

Awesome country bar. It's always pretty packed, but the wait to get in was only about 3 minutes. Drinks were cheep and strong. Will go again for sure! read more

Neat place! Attentive waitress that never let our drinks go empty. Only downfall was bartender on phone majority of time we were there.

Checked out Shotgun Betty's last night and it was a lot of fun. Great drinks and great music. Will definitely be back.

This is a fun country bar in West Des Moines. We went here after watching the game at Wellmans and had a blast. Th crowd is a good mix of locals and tourists, and country music fans to casual observers. The bartenders are friendly and the prices are good. They sometime have live music but mostly they have a DJ who is focused on keeping the crowd rocking and dancing! They have a good selection of local beers and a lot of whisky, of course! This is a fun bar that stays open late in West Des Moines! read more

First time here and had to watch some douche nozzle employee dance on a bar top and ask me to move empty drinks from his path as if it was my job. Otherwise great music, and great atmosphere. read more

This place was hoppin' on a Saturday night! We ended up here after a wedding and it was a great place to mingle for a couple of hours before hitting the hay. Drinks were reasonably priced, easy to get to and although the place was crowded, it was manageable. There were lots of places to mingle with people in your group - inside at a handful of tall boy tables and outside in the cool night air. Getting taxis and Ubers afterwards was fairly easy, too. Also... a little embarrassed that I can't confirm this but I am pretty sure they had popcorn there, too! :D read more

If you are looking for country music and dancing, this place is great for you! Has indoor and an outdoor areas to drink, friendly bartenders, and decent beer selection. Only drawback coming here is that it can get crowded, so much so that standing in the wrong place can mean being constantly pushed out of the way. Other than that, not a bad option for a night out! read more

Low key for a Friday night, but welcoming atmosphere and the healthiest bourbon pours I've seen in Des Moines by a long shot. Attentive wait staff, will go back. read more

Not a big country fan... but come here for the crowd and awesome bartenders! The DJ loves me and we are bffs. Courtney is an awesome cocktail... keeps my drinks full and wipes tables/clears random drinks. Stacy is great too. Like I said not a fan of la musica but love the service! read more

Great staff, fast service, and great atmosphere!!! Weekends are always a blast! Good specials and live music throughout the week.

Stopped in while traveling. This place had live music and a fun atmosphere. I would definitely come back.

This place is pretty rad. If you don't mind waiting 20 min for a drink and a bunch of drunk hicks trying to fight everyone, it's a good place to hang. read more

Is a really fun bar, Staff is HORRIBLE! Bar maids or whatever they are supposed to be are like a bunch of highschoolers. Seriously do your job and leave your customers alone. Management was no better. Will not be spending any more money on this place. read more

Terrible place lousy service no wonder there's no customers inside. the bartender would rather show his head to people than serve customers and you make money! read more

Five stars from someone that doesn't like country? You bet your cheating wife's, dead dog having drunken heart. Came here on a Saturday afternoon to kill time before a movie. Did a side to side comparison between Tonic and Shotgun Betty's and went with the more relaxed venue. Eric is a badass bartender. Would definitely go back. read more

I was here once, but I came here after visiting Wellmans and Cowboy Jack's. I gotta say, I wasn't that impressed. The place is pretty small and super dark, and there aren't a lot of places to try and sit. It didn't help that the other people playing pool didn't actually believe that me (a girl) would want to play, let alone be even decent, but that isn't the bar's fault. The drinks were fine though, so if you're in west glen it's worth the bar hop. We hopped through here faster than other places, that's what I'll say about that. read more

went on a weekend and had a great time. it has a "country" bar feel. barn boards, dimly lit. and a large wood dance floor. it dose not have draft beer and the selection of bottles was smaller than i would like, but all in all i was pleased with it.. it played country music the whole time which is getting harder to find in iowa. it had alot of bouncer staff which for me is not a problem, i would rather have a problem free experiance. read more

Total country bar with a friendly bartender and fun crowd. Went in alone and made new friends.

Cool bar! Horrible staff! They seriously had young girls starting drama with everybody... A friend of mine was kicked out for no reason. These young women mistaken him for someone else. We were in from out of town & will never go back. Straight joke. I feel bad for the owner. read more

Horrible horrible service, bartenders are super rude. Also forgetting things or charging you a different price each round because they are so drunk. read more