It was really weird going in here as I was a big fan of the original Irina's that used to occupy…read morethis space... And a big fan of Wasabi Chi...which Wasabi Urbandale effectively replaced. Staff was friendly as is usual with most of the Wasabi locations. I feel like a recognized a couple people from Wasabi Chi. We were greeted right away as we walked in. I went with a friend and my daughter, We ordered a few rolls, drinks, and dumplings. Everything was good as far as the food and the service, but I felt out of place as I found myself reminiscing about the businesses Wasabi Urbandale has taken the place of... The many meals I'd had at the horseshoe bar in Irina's...which is now gone. The special moments shared with friends at Wasabi Chi in my past. I got the feeling of being in any other Wasabi here. It's almost a cookie cutter of Ankeny, Johnston, Waukee... Not that there is anything wrong with that. Wasabi offers consistently good food and service at all it's locations. I just found myself missing an emotional connection that I wanted to feel this time.

I give 5-sushi rolls to Wasabi-Chi (you like what I did there?!) I order from this restaurant at…read moreleast once a week, and it is consistently delicious every time. I also dine-in occasionally and I love their cocktails and neon lights... especially during happy hour! Although the restaurant is never busy, this is not an indicator of the quality of food or drinks served. I think it's just in a bad location. More people should try this hidden gem of a place. The sushi is top-grade and it's a perfect place for a date night! (... with the most beautiful sunsets.)

Really good restaurant, been here multiple times and never get tired of it, u should try the Malibu…read moresunset is a really good drink

This is great, super good and fresh sushi…read more I recommend the all u can eat and bring a friend or family, you will get enough and can try what ever you want. You can always order more but so don't do a lot right away or else you might have to pay for extra which is standard. Great place to eat

My dad and I have been going to this place since we moved to Des Moines back in 2019 (more or…read moreless). We love it here! The staff are so sweet and so is the owner! They remodeled their restaurant not too long ago, and it looks so clean and beautiful in there. The food is amazing as well!! My dad always gets the Mouth Watering roll, he always loves it! The Crab Rangoons are a must try as well! Those are always so good!! (Some photos I've taken from previous trips)

Best Ramen I've ever had! Amazing service, very attentive servers. I've been going there for 2-3…read moreyears, everything from the sushi and appetizers to the ramen always tastes as good every single time! I've tried many other ramen restaurants around Iowa and Chicago and nothing beats this one. I always recommend to family and friends and they've all loved it! I Highly recommend! (Picture is from a while ago)

The salmon don was amazing, The service was amazing, and the decor was super cute. I can't wait to…read moreeat here again.

W-Tao is a great place to eat before an event at the Des Moines Civic Center! Only a city block…read moreaway! The miso soup was nice and hot (but only had two pieces of tofu lol). The spicy edamame had a little kick but nothing too crazy. The sushi was very fresh and everything we ordered was really good. The waiter seemed to be new bc he seemed nervous but the overall service was pleasant. The vibe was chill, the temperature was perfect on a sub-zero freezing day, and the lights were the right 'dim' amount. I recommend this restaurant and I definitely will be eating there again.

I've been going to Akebono 515 for over six years now, and there is truly no better place to get…read moresushi in the Des Moines area. The food is consistently delicious--I've tried countless menu items over the years and have never once had a complaint. Every visit reminds me why this is our go-to spot. But the best thing Akebono has to offer is hands down our family's favorite server, Nick. I genuinely have never met, and probably never will meet, a server who goes as far above and beyond as he does. He's been working here for at least six years, and it shows. He knows our family by name, recognizes me in public, remembers every detail of past conversations, knows the menu inside and out, and always gives the best recommendations. On top of that, he's the funniest person I've ever met. Nick truly makes the experience. I honestly think he could serve me dirt and I'd still be happy. He deserves all the raises, all the promotions, and more. I don't think this business would be where it is today without him.

The vibes in here are immaculate. The service was amazing. We are tourists stopping in from…read moreCalifornia and we can honestly say we have never had a better experience at a restaurant. Our waitress was amazing (Kimberly you are a queen) and all of the employees were so great. The food was so good too. If you are ever in Des Moines, IA looking for some sushi, I cannot recommend it more.

Hana Sushi was overall a good experience. As a vegetarian, I was happy to see several sushi roll…read moreoptions available. We ordered the veggie sushi combo, veggie maki roll, peanut avocado roll, and shiitake mushroom roll. The veggie sushi combo came with a salad, but it wasn't brought out with our meal and we had to ask for it. The veggie maki roll was essentially fried rolls, which were solid and satisfying. The vegetarian sushi combo had a beautiful presentation, and it included some veggie sashimi, which was unique and not something I see very often. The peanut avocado and shiitake mushroom rolls were fantastic and definitely the highlights. The ambiance was good, the food was solid but not extraordinary, and the service was mid. Overall, a decent spot with good vegetarian options.

Got the Kiss Kiss specialty roll, which I'd get again, very tasty. And the chicken katsu ramen with…read morethe spicy tonku broth base. The ramen bowls here are massive, and I'd recommend splitting it between two people like we did or plan on taking part of it to-go with you because of its larger portion size. Will have to come back again earlier in the day to try one of their lunch specials!

Fantastic fresh seafood. Excellent service and freshly made sourdough bread! I ordered the snow…read morecrab legs, they were fresh, ample serving and decently priced. Everything is made fresh in house!

If you love seafood then go to the Waterfront off University in WDM for a delicious walleye or…read morefried oyster poboy New Orlean style. The seasoning on the seafood gumbo will perk you up. The fried oysters are rich, crispy and deliciously good with a few fine bones that bypassed the skillful hand of the sous chef. Nathan -- the wait staffer -- was very attentive and alert to my table which made the meal more enjoyable. The pleasant atmosphere was suitable for all types of gatherings whether solo, business, groups or casual diners who just wanted to relax at the booth or bar to just "chill" in a friendly crowd pleasing atmosphere.

Had an absolutely wonderful meal here! My table ordered the Chilean sea bass, teriyaki steak, pad…read morethai with tofu, crispy brussels sprouts, yellowtail and scallop sashimi, edamame, vegetable spring rolls, tonkotsu pork ramen, and the Marilyn monroll. The sea bass was the best I've ever had anywhere; crispy crust and deliciously moist inside. The vegetable spring rolls were so good I wished I had gotten a second order. Brussels sprouts were leveled by my party of 4 in minutes - cooked perfectly and the sauce is wonderful. I really enjoyed the sashimi as well. The teriyaki steak was tasty, but the steak itself was very fatty and gristly. That was our only complaint as literally everything else was perfect, tasted great, and instagram-worthy plating.

Dining in or DoorDash-ing out, Wasabi is the bomb! I've never had a piece of sushi there that…read morewasn't delicious, and their pork dumplings are a must-order.

Happy Hour Paradise Usually dead in the place…read moreBring them to MN This is a chain that I would definitely like to see in the Twin Cities. It is pretty much Happy Hour most of the time. All day Sunday. Generally make it here every time that I get to town. If you had told me how much time I would have spent in Des Moines twenty years ago, I would have said you are nuts. Rolls range from $6.50 to $10.75 on HH. Had the Cali Roll and Crunchy L.A. tonight. Both great. No cucumber on either. Nothing ruins a good piece of sushi like Cucumber. Glass of Chard for $6.50. Leaving pleasantly full and looking forward to my next visit.

The food is great. The service is awful. The ambience is great. They kicked me out because they…read moresaid I didn't pay but I did. I was sitting outside and the cash I used blew away because it was a windy day so I used my card and they said I didn't have enough cash on hand and then I'd try to use another card and they said it didn't work

You're missing out if you don't come here, the restaurant is cozy and the decor fits the…read moreatmosphere. Our waiter was kind and the chefs were quick at rolling out our sushi. You're telling me I only need to spend $35 for all you can eat sushi?! That's this good of quality! Best sushi I've had in a while and they have a wide selection to choose from. Good job guys, bravo

I was quite impressed with Oh Sushi. Upon arriving, it's very evident that customer service is…read moreimportant to this establishment. It was a bit difficult to understand who was in charge of what front-of-house, but I say that as a compliment because everyone on the floor had each other's backs. It was very obvious that everyone really cared, and service was personal. The food was amazing; I even ordered things I don't generally care for, just to get a solid feel for the place. And no, I won't tell you everything I ordered. Go find out for yourself. You won't be disappointed. The energy is low key but classy, it's very comfortable but doesn't attract the clientele you'd be unhappy having at the next table. 10/10.