Restaurants near Merle Hay Mall

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38 restaurants available nearby

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1. Eatery A

4.8

Exceptional(551)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 20 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

2. Fresko

4.7

Exceptional(1218)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 24 times today

“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.

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3. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

4.8

Exceptional(3209)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines

Booked 27 times today

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.

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4. Louie's Wine Dive - Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(857)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Des Moines

Booked 7 times today

Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!

5. Cooper's On 5th

4.7

Exceptional(154)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Des Moines

Booked 1 time today

Cooper’s on 5th is a great place for Lunch & Dinner. We have had the pleasure of being West Des Moines’ first Craft Cocktail Bar. Join us for our amazing food menu & award-winning cocktail program. Classic & Reimagined Americana comfort food paired with one of Des Moines’ original & highly awarded craft cocktail programs. Great beer, wine, and martinis.

6. Proudfoot & Bird

4.8

Exceptional(706)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 11 times today

Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.

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7. In Confidence Speakeasy

4.3

Awesome(32)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Des Moines

Booked 4 times today

For Large reservations or other inquiries please call 515-528-7733 x 4627 f=SPEAKEASY BAR IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN DES MOINESHotel Fort Des Moines brings the Prohibition-era feel to downtown Des Moines - In Confidence. Enjoy our hidden secret with a curated wine collection and crafted cocktails.Enjoy your downtime in a unique casual setting deserving of the Great Gatsby himself!

8. Parlor

4.5

Awesome(31)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Des Moines

Booked 5 times today

At Parlor we've created relaxed, social surroundings with family booths, shuffleboard, patio seating, full bar and sports on tv. Reconnect with the simple joy of a cold drink and a hot slice of pizza, or sausages and slaw. Everything is curated for you to enjoy yourself, so what are you waiting for?

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9. Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

4.5

Awesome(680)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Des Moines

Booked 13 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. The combining of separate reservations will not be honored. We look forward to seeing you soon! We are currently closed on Monday's

10. Roots95

4.7

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Johnston

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to ROOTS 95 Craft Kitchen and bar! Mora is taking the "Craft" part of the name very seriously. As it suggests, craft food emphasizes handcrafted, chef-driven food (versus cookie-cutter menus you see everywhere), made from fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients, often with globally inspired flavors.In addition to the entrees, you will find globally inspired pastas, handhelds, small plates & flatbreads. Full bar with handcrafted signature drinks.

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KatieVIP
Austin •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Eric was a fantastic waiter. I enjoyed his energy, class and service. His recommendations were spot on.
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Proudfoot & BirdPrice: Very Expensive• Global, International• Des Moines
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4.8
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South Dakota •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent good with great service. Would definitely go back
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FreskoPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Des Moines
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4.7
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DavidVIP
Atlanta •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful family dinner while traveling through Des Moines. We enjoyed all of our food, great service, very attentive! The bread was amazing as well!
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801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines
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4.8
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Scott
Iowa •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Server was outstanding and the special right on the mark.
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Cooper's On 5thPrice: Moderate• American• West Des Moines
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4.7
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Dorset •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Great service. Very attentive staff. But 2 pizzas with a drink each was still over $50 even on happy hour.
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Eatery APrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Des Moines
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4.8

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