Things to do in Des Moines (US)

The Republic on Grand is most popular around 7 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Located on the sixth floor of the AC Hotel in downtown Des Moines, The Republic on Grand hangs its hat on elevated spirits, exquisite city views and its plush ambiance. Sip on a handcrafted cocktail by itself or pair it with an artisanal chef favorite – offering everything from charcuterie boards and small bites, to flatbreads and sliders.

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Django is most popular around 6 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay 1,5-2,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

ALL FRENCH. NO ATTITUDE. Django is a comfortable, brasserie-style restaurant offering everything you love about French cuisine without the attitude. At the heart of Django is an interactive chef station featuring jet-fresh seafood and artisan cheese plates. Enjoy French classics prepared by Django's talented culinary team, or a creative craft cocktail at the popular bar. Private dining and large group events available.

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the LiFT is most popular around 10 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

The LiFT is a bohemian bar located in downtown Des Moines’ Court Ave. District, featuring an award winning martini menu, extensive beer selection, top-notch cocktails, exquisite local art and one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Inspired by its historic location in the Kirkwood Hotel, the LiFT is named for the elevators that originally occupied the building. An antique elevator cage acts as the centerpiece of the bar, complemented by the patina of the elevator’s original ironwork.

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Centro is most popular around 7 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay 45 min to 2 hr here. 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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Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is most popular around 10 AM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay 30 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

Since it was founded in 1958 as a single pancake house in Ohio, Perkins today has nearly 300 restaurants in 32 states and Canada, of which approximately 85 are company-owned. Committed to delivering 100% satisfaction through service excellence and positive dining experiences, the brand embraces a Kindness Served Daily philosophy.

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Pho Real Kitchen and Bar is most popular around 10 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Locally owned restaurant serving Vietnamese/Asian cuisine along with boba teas! Fun and modern setting.

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