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Taki Japanese Steakhouse: Sushi & Martini Night!
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  • Updated By Sagespot on August 18, 2005
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    If you love fresh sushi - yet hate living so far away from big cities that have those wonderfully classy japanese joints, go to Taki!

    The food is wonderfully prepared in a non smoking restaurant, with great customer service. There is a sushi bar, regular bar, room with "teppan"/fry tables, and a back room for a few larger parties.

    For those a little shy of sushi or not really into the raw fish aspect of dining, not to worry, Taki has Teppanyaki. Teppanyaki is a traditional style of Japanese cuisine where fresh meat, seafood and/or vegetables are cooked on a large iron sheet or grill, the "teppon."

    I am super fond of the Captain Crunch Roll with a Tiramasu martini.

    If you at all love sushi or you at all love to get your drink on during a week day - go for Sushi & Martini night - every Wednesday evening.

    The sushi is always discounted and so are the martinis!!! Your Wednesday night meal includes soup and salad. (Go for the clear soup and the ginger dressing!)

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  • Theme: Japanese/Sushi
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 2677 86th Street
  • Phone: 515.331.3030
  • Directions: Located in the West Mark Plaza II complex off 86th. Go north on 86th from University Avenue.
  • Website: http://www.desmoinesnightlife.com/taki_japanese_steakhouse.htm

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    Tumea and Sons: Italian to Good to be True!
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  • By Sagespot on November 27, 2005
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    I'll have to say that Des Moines probably isnt the best for culture or wild food, but we do have one of the oldest Italian communities in the midwest. That being said, please DO NOT go to an Olive Garden when in our town - take the time to find a great small family owned restaurant. Usually the food is far superior and the service is like 100% better.

    Tumea and Sons is one of these small family run places. They have a great eating area, bar, and appear to have smoking and nonsmoking sections. The service was OUTSTANDING!! Its great for a casual dinner or a business lunch.

    They have really cheap lunch entrees - so keep that in mind if you're looking for a close place to the metro if you need a noon break. Please make a note that they are closed on Sundays.

    I'm honestly not sure I've ever been more impressed with an Italian eatery.

    This evening I had the baked cheese ravoli to begin, salad with the house garlic cheese dressing, the cheese manicotti for an entree, the house Merlot for wine, and the tiramisu. The baked ravoli came with a wonderfully mild red sauce for dipping. But let me tell you, one of the largest highlights was the salad dressing - I'm not sure I've had better stuff in my life. The portions were just the right size for a dinner with friends.

    The other dinner companions raved about the Pastachena (mostaccioli with a meatball and eggs served casserole style,) and the Cotolette (breaded steak cooked in garlic butter.)

    Between the four of us we had almost all the sweets they offer at the end - and I can't say a bad thing about any of them!

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  • Theme: Italian
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 1501 SE 1st Street
  • Phone: 515.282.7964
  • Directions: Just South of the I-Cub Stadium
  • Website: http://tumeaandsons.uswestdex.com/

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    China One International Buffet: China in Iowa
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  • By Sagespot on August 23, 2005
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  • China One Buffet - Des Moines
    China One Buffet
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    If you're looking for a simple buffet with tons of options for menu items, I'd recommend China One. The decor is typical of most chinese buffets, but the staff is quite attentive, and service is quick. The meals are reasonably priced with deep discounts for those whith children, and during lunch time.

    The sushi is not bad, and I'd highly suggest you try the grill options.

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  • Theme: Chinese/Dim Sum
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: less expensive than average
  • Address: 2301 Ingersoll Ave
  • Phone: 515.237.0022
  • Directions: East of the downtown area on Ingersoll Ave.

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    Nick's Bar and Grill: Food of the Gods
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  • By Sagespot on February 4, 2006
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  • Okay, don't let the name Bar and Grill throw you off - this could be considered a fine dining joint. The atmosphere is always slightly dark and mysterious with great staff and a cute little bar off the restaurant.

    Voted the best food in Des Moines several times in a row, its a must see for excellent cuisine.

    During the warm months, a great patio offers outdoor seating to watch people and traffic go by while you sip an ice cold brew.

    All the cocktails here are great as far as drinks go.

    For food - the cajun pasta with shrimp is outstanding, and all their salads are like the size of your head, so they are well worth the money.

    On Friday they have a crab bisque that is to die for.

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  • Theme: American
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
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  • Address: 9769 University Avenue
  • Phone: 515.221.1338
  • Directions: Just North of Valley West Mall.

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    We had some great food in a...
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  • By TinyTuck on August 26, 2002
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    We had some great food in a typical farmerīs restaurant, I donīt remember the name though.

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    Court Avenue Brewing Company...
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  • By brdwtchr on August 25, 2002
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    Court Avenue Brewing Company is a brew pub and restaurant with hand-crafted ales.

    'Nuts and Bolts' with a glass of their specialty brewed ale.

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  • Directions: 309 Court Avenue. Court avenue is near the courthouse and is a street with several places to eat that we saw.

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    Iowa Machine Shed Restaurant.
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  • By brdwtchr on August 25, 2002
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  • Iowa Machine Shed Restaurant.
    Helps to fund the Living History Farm.

    Honey Dijon Chicken Sandwich.

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  • Theme: Other
  • Address: Next to the Living History Farm.

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    The Drake Diner, The North End...
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  • By Burgfresh on August 25, 2002
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  • The Drake Diner, The North End Diner, and The West End Diner are all pretty much the same except for their locations. All three are 50's type diners that serve excellent food.

    The Cheeseburger has always been a favorite standby of mine. The onion rings are great too. Don't forget the peanut butter and chocolate malt.

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  • Directions: The Drake Diner is located near the Drake University campus at 1111 25th St.  Des Moines IA. The Northend Diner is just north of Interstate 35-80 on the Mearl hay Rd. exit. It's address is 5055 Merle

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    Spaghetti Works: Spaghetti Works
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  • By Burgfresh on August 25, 2002
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  • Great atmosphere. The Des Moines Big Band plays there every monday night except during the summer. The Band plays in the back of the restaurant and they usually have a cover, its around $5 but when they have special guests, like the other day they had a grammy award winner and member of the Yellow Jackets sit in with them, it can cost a little more.

    Beer cheese spaghetti

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  • Address: Court Avenue, Downtown.

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    Mondo's: Mondo's
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  • By Ms_Boggs on August 25, 2002
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  • This place is absolutely huge. It can get pricy, but there are a few things that aren't. The food is fantastic and everybody is friendly.

    Tortilla soup and their pasta

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  • Directions: Westown Parkway, near Valley West Mall in West Des Moines.

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