Guidebook for Des Moines
Food Scene
Nice diner in the nearby Drake neighborhood. Great place to grab a meal without breaking the bank.
16 locals recommend
Drake Diner
1111 25th StNice diner in the nearby Drake neighborhood. Great place to grab a meal without breaking the bank.
Jimmy John's
2705 Grand AveBest sandwich shop for grabbing a quick, cheap bite.
Gusto Pizza Co
2301 Ingersoll AveDelicious, unique pizzas.
Mars Cafe
2318 University AveCool, chill coffee shop near Drake campus.
Hoshi Sushi
2314 University AveNearest place to eat sushi.
Woody's Smoke Shack
2511 Cottage Grove AveGreat BBQ!
Utilize the drive-thru to pick up coffee on-the-go or hang out inside if you want a buzzing atmosphere.
31 locals recommend
Smokey Row Coffee Co.
1910 Cottage Grove AveUtilize the drive-thru to pick up coffee on-the-go or hang out inside if you want a buzzing atmosphere.
Essentials
Awesome international market! Products from India, Bosnia, Africa, eastern Asia, etc.
C Fresh Market / Evelyn K Davis Center
801 University AveAwesome international market! Products from India, Bosnia, Africa, eastern Asia, etc.
Dine-in area has great food at reasonable prices for a health food store. Otherwise, nice if you need a few grocery items (a bit pricey but high quality).
35 locals recommend
Gateway Market
2002 Woodland AveDine-in area has great food at reasonable prices for a health food store. Otherwise, nice if you need a few grocery items (a bit pricey but high quality).
Not as pricey as Gateway Market, good if you need to pick up several grocery items.
13 locals recommend
Price Chopper
3425 Ingersoll AveNot as pricey as Gateway Market, good if you need to pick up several grocery items.