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Mullet’s

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:51:14 +0000

A riverside roadhouse with a two-tiered patio with great views of downtown, a large outdoor fun area, and all your favorite sports heroes…in Mullet’s. Just across the river from Principal Park, Mullets is sure to be a great place to stop before and after I-Cubs games, in the middle of a long day on the bike trail, and a fun weekend breakfast spot. Do you have some classic mullet pictures of your own? Don’t be shy, post them on our Mulletin board for everyone to see! Come out and join us at Mullets, where the party’s in the rear!

Shorty’s

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:49:47 +0000

A hidden Irish pub in the basement of Sbrocco Wine Bar. Irish Whiskeys and Irish ales and lagers are on the menu. Shorty’s is the place for a quiet Guinness or nice Whiskey with a loved one or with a group of friends. The ally entrance behind Sbrocco, no phone, back room, and hidden away nooks are the perfect hideaway. Slainte!

Sbrocco

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:48:29 +0000

Sbrocco Wine Bar serves 47 wines by the glass, 100 wines by the bottle and The Wine Shop has an additional 150 wines. They serve a varied lunch menu, with lunches $10 and under, while the evening menu is upscale. Both menus feature fresh, local food created by Chef Andrew Meek, a James Beard nominated chef. Wine tastings are offered weekly.

Red Monk

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:47:17 +0000

A hidden gem on the second floor above the Royal Mile. With over 80 Imported Belgian beers and Belgian inspired American beers you will see why Belgian beer is described as “the Rolls Royce” of the beer world. The room has a church-like decor, with stained glass windows, dark wood, and beers in glass chalices. Many interesting tapestries and paintings are on the wall as well as the statue of “The Red Monk”. Tell the bartender you wish to take “the Oath” to the Red Monk and join the un-official order of the Red Monk.

Royal Mile

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:46:07 +0000

Described as “Downtown’s Living Room”, this authentic British pub offers over 150 imported beers including 26 on tap and 115 single malt Scotches. Traditional pub food is served along with additional unique offerings, such as, Cornish Pasty, Steak and Guinness Pies, Scotch Eggs, The Earl of Sandwich, and Fish and Chips. The Red Monk on the second floor offers over 80 Belgian beers. Winner of a bunch of local awards and featured in national publications like Draft Magazine’s top 100 bars in America three years in a row.

Hessen Haus

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:45:05 +0000

An authentic German bier hall and restaurant. Home of the famous “2 Liter Boot” a huge glass boot of beer to share with friends! Serving lunch and dinner seven days a week featuring classic German favorites like SchweinsHaxe, Die Grosse Platte, Sauerbraten, Wienerschnitzel, and many more. With 34 German beers on draft and 75 in bottles to wash it all down. Polka bands on Saturdays.

Fong’s Pizza

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:43:45 +0000

Chinese decor, Tiki drinks, great beers, and delicious handmade pizzas make for one of Des Moines most unique restaurants. Handmade crab rangoon, pizza rolls, egg rolls, Thai Chicken Pizza and the famous Crab Rangoon Pizza (featured on the Cooking Channel) … Continue reading →

High Life Lounge

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:41:37 +0000

A 1960s-era lounge dedicated to the lifestyle of the high life man. All of the classics are available, Hamm’s, Schlitz, PBR, Old Milwaukee, and of course “The Champagne of Beers” High Life. Traditional diner-style food like fresh made Meatloaf, Chicken Pot Pie, and Liver and Onions to name a few. The kitchen features Broasted Chicken and Bacon Wrapped Tator Tots (as seen on the Travel Channel’s Man v. Food). Good drinks, good eats, good times.

El Bait Shop

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:40:35 +0000

All-American food favorites designed to complement the largest American microbrew selection in the world! Featuring 105 draft beer, another 175 in bottles, and many terrific selections from Iowa breweries. We guarantee it will be the only 1970s-fishing themed-105 tap handle restaurant and tavern you’ll ever find. Winner of a bunch of local awards and featured in national publications like Draft Magazine’s top 100 bars in America three years in a row.