Top rated American restaurants in Des Moines

Experience the best that Des Moines has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 48 places from American restaurant category.

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Lachele's Fine Foods
American restaurant
Bright cafe with a hip vibe specializing in burgers, hot dogs & sandwiches, plus vegan options.
4.90 (775 reviews)
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Simon's
American restaurant
Polished bistro & bar serving American & Italian classics, from steak to spaghetti & meatballs.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.5K reviews)
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Manhattan Deli
Sandwich shop
Unfussy sandwich shop dispensing deli classics, including homemade soups & desserts.
$ $$$
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Skip's
American restaurant
Veteran restaurant serving American cuisine & pasta dishes in a classy space with a full bar.
$$ $$
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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The Station On Ingersoll
Sports bar
👍👍 This was a spur of the moment place we decided to get lunch and it was one of the best American places I've been to. Our waitress was exceptionally nice and checked up on us often and our food came out so fast, I barely blinked and it was already there. This is a must stop if you are looking for goo...
$$ $$
4.70 (736 reviews)
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The Iowa Taproom
Restaurant
Historic, industrial haunt with over 100 regional craft beers & locally sourced New American fare.
$$ $$
4.60 (3.6K reviews)
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Waveland Cafe
Cafe
Neighborhood diner offering American breakfast staples, including eggs Benedict & pancakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (2K reviews)
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Smitty's Tenderloin Shop
Restaurant
Humble American throwback with counter stools known for breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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The High Life Lounge
Restaurant
Offbeat homage to the Midwestern beer halls of the 1960s dishing up old-school comfort food.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.5K reviews)
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RoCA
American restaurant
Casually stylish brick-walled eatery serving New American entrees, small plates & craft cocktails.
$$$ $
4.60 (812 reviews)
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Cheese Bar
American restaurant
An easygoing bar known for mac & cheese, charcuterie & cheese plates, & a full wine & beer menu.
$$ $$
4.60 (811 reviews)
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Olympic Flame Restaurant
Greek restaurant
Casual, long-running Greek food standby with weekly live belly dancers & a menu of traditional eats.
$$ $$
4.60 (677 reviews)
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Alba Restaurant
American restaurant
Colorful, upscale American restaurant & wine bar with reclaimed doors hanging from the ceiling.
$$$ $
4.60 (652 reviews)
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Jim's Coney Island
American restaurant
👍👍 Support local. Jim's is a must. They have excellent onion rings, sandwiches, and the best coleslaw.
$ $$$
4.60 (503 reviews)
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Mr. Bibbs Restaurant - Home of The Tenderloin Sandwich
American restaurant
👍👍 Nostalgic eaterie providing the best Pork Tenderloin Sandwich in DMI! I could go on and on but this is legendary. I grew up on these and this one was hitting! I didn't know they had a drive through either. It was Christmas in June.
$ $$$
4.60 (493 reviews)
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Proudfoot & Bird
American restaurant
👍 Had drinks at the bar. James the bartender was friendly and helpful. Good guy and does his job well. Nice atmosphere. Chilled out and comfortable.
4.60 (261 reviews)
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Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
Hamburger restaurant
Hip American eatery & cocktail bar with a humorous horror theme & both counter & table service.
$$ $$
4.50 (8.7K reviews)
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Mullets Restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Upbeat roadhouse offering American fare & cocktails, plus a bi-level patio with city & water views.
$$ $$
4.50 (2.6K reviews)
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Now Or Later Restaurant
American restaurant
Unpretentious eatery providing traditional, homestyle American & Italian-American meals.
$$ $$
4.50 (926 reviews)
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Christopher's
Italian restaurant
Family-owned standby for Italian & American grub in a laid-back space with a sporty vibe in the bar.
$$ $$
4.50 (908 reviews)
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