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801 Chophouse – Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

801 Chophouse – Des Moines

4.8
4.8
3196 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Unspecified, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 288-6000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Dennis
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Damon Murphy with any private dining inquiries.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Des Moines
  • Cross Street
    8th
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,196 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Iowa

    Best Overall

  • Iowa

    Best Food

  • Iowa

    Best Service

  • Iowa

    Best Ambience

  • Iowa

    Best Value

  • Iowa

    Great for fine wines

  • Iowa

    Romantic

  • Iowa

    Steakhouse

  • Iowa

    Most Booked

  • Des Moines

    Best Overall

  • Des Moines

    Best Food

  • Des Moines

    Best Service

  • Des Moines

    Best Ambience

  • Des Moines

    Best Value

  • Des Moines

    Great for fine wines

  • Des Moines

    Romantic

  • Des Moines

    Good for special occasions

  • Des Moines

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
801 Chophouse in Des Moines consistently impresses with "excellent food and service," making it a top choice for special occasions. Patrons rave about the "best steak in town," delightful desserts like the Grand Marnier Soufflé, and a "wonderful old school steakhouse" ambiance. Attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience.

3,196 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Des Moines

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delightful evening; food was great and service impeccable!

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  2. Mark

    Des Moines

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic, I highly recommend the dry aged steaks. Dessert was decadent and the service was next level. My hats off the this establishment!

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  3. Dave

    Des Moines

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent as always. Chefs doing a bang up job. Waiter was lacking top notch service. Ordered a second drink which never came. Told us he was happy we didn’t come on Valentine’s Day. Only stopped at our table once.

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  4. Chris

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time and great food skip was an awesome server

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  5. Rick

    VIP

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and the service was outstanding it was a wonderful dining experience

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  6. JW

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Entree came out before I finished my salad. The cut of the fillet for my husband was not good (end piece with lots of fat). Size of prime rib has shrunk when compared to last time we ate here. The cream on top of the cheesecake is more than the cheesecake itself.
    801 Chophouse – Des MoinesResponded on February 4, 2025
    Good afternoon, My sincerest apologies as it appears like we missed the mark on last Sunday's Supper. If there is anything else you would like to tell us about the experience, please reach out and let use know! Best, Quin Lohenry AGM, 801 Chophouse Des Moines, IA

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  7. Kirsten

    VIP

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We frequent 801 bc of its consistency and quality

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  8. Kim

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very helpful and knew a lot about what has Gluten or what could be made Gluten Free.

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  9. Molly

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    801 Chophouse never disappoints. The service is outstanding and the food is exceptional.

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  10. Bryan

    VIP

    Des Moines

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Prime rib was awesome and our bartender Drew was great

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FAQs

801 Chophouse – Des Moines is rated 4.8 stars by 3196 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

801 Grand Ave, Suite 200, Des Moines, IA 50309

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    8th
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Des Moines
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Unspecified, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Dennis
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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