Iowa Machine Shed Restaurant

#1 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

btwood2 writes, "“You really ought to try the Machine Shed,” Mike told us. We were enjoying a delicious barbecue at Bob’s nephews and family in Clive, a suburb of Des Moines. “They’ve got this thing called…" »

Eastern Buffet Chinese Restaurant

#2 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

noplacelikeroam writes, "A very nice oriental buffet with a good selection to suit a variety of tastes. The restaurant was clean and the food was fresh and well prepared. …" »

Pork Tent

#3 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

jwagner writes, "People stand in long lines waiting for a chance to eat freshly-grilled Iowa Chops, pork burgers and more. The line may seem ominous but it moves fast. A chop, beans, chips and a drink will cost…" »

The Colony Inn Restaurant

#4 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

btwood2 writes, "“Where will we go to eat?” was a tough question, for there were many enticing choices. Bob had been talking about Amanas food for years already, telling me you can pick what you want and then…" »

Iowa Turkey Federation Stand

#5 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

jwagner writes, "This is the place people from out of state talk about. The Turkey Stand is little more than a wooden hut but out back turkey farmers from around the state are grilling turkey tenderloins (white…" »

Chesterfield Christian Church Stand

#6 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

jwagner writes, "The Chesterfield Christian Church has been serving home-cooked meals to fairgoers since 1912. Pick up a plastic tray, get a plate of meatloaf, beef or fried chicken, a mound of mashed potatoes…" »

Raccoon River Brewing Company

#7 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

backstage_diva writes, "This is a nice little microbrewery. My favorite is the java brew with coffee.…" »

CheapSk8 writes, "Although reservations are accepted, they are almost never necessary at this Des…" »

Pub in the Mall

#8 most popular of 8 restaurants in Des Moines

dvs7310 writes, "The food was good, I had a Chili Burger with Fries and a Bud Light. My friend had a regular Cheese Burger with Fries and a coke. The burgers were good, not 5 star by any means, but well worth…" »