Things to do on Friday night in Des Moines (US)

Fong's Pizza is most popular around 10 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 25 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Home of the original Crab Rangoon pizza and other zenfully delicious appetizers, pizzas, rice bowls and desserts. Think Chinese Cheese Sticks, Thai Chicken pizza, tiki drinks and Raspberry Cheesecake egg rolls for dessert. Located in the home of Des Moines’ oldest Chinese restaurant. Featured on the Travel Channel, Cooking Channel, Pizza Today top 100 Independents and most recently mentioned by Alton Brown as his favorite stop on tour.

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El Bait Shop is most popular around 7 PM on Fridays. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Beer is kinda our thing. With over 260 American Craft Brews on tap and more than 75 more in bottles, you are sure to find something to enjoy. We have the largest craft beer selection west of the Mississippi. Our menu of tasty Mexican favorites, wings, tots, burgers, and sandwiches is sure to please. We are Des Moines’ bicycle headquarters.

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Centro is most popular around 7 PM on Fridays. It's most quiet on Sundays.

Conveniently located in downtown Des Moines lives one of the city’s most renowned restaurants, Centro. Centro specializes in delicious Italian-inspired food featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by the Centro culinary team. Whether you’re ordering a multi-course meal or grabbing a drink and pizza at the bar, Centro's lively, casual yet upscale atmosphere makes it perfect for dining with friends, family, clients and business associates.

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Up-Down DSM is most popular around 10 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

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The Royal Mile is most popular around 11 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 45 min to 1,5 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Downtown’s premier British Pub opened in 2001, the Mile features a menu of favorite English dishes, British beers and an extensive Scotch list. Enjoy a pint of bitter with your bangers and mash! Voted “One of America’s Best Bars” by Esquire Magazine; rated “Exceptional” by Beer Advocate; voted Draft Magazine’s 100 Best Beer Bars; voted by Des Moines as Best Downtown Bar, Best Bar Food and more.

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Los Laureles Mexican Restaurant is most popular around 10 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 20 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

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