8 Great Date Night Restaurants In and Around Des Moines
When you are looking for date night restaurants, Des Moines and the surrounding area have a lot to offer. Whether you want a casual grill, Italian fare, sushi, or a fancy restaurant in Des Moines, one of these eight eateries is sure to fit the bill.
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Where to Eat for Date Night in Des Moines
It doesn’t happen too often, but every once in a while, my wife and I get a chance to have a nice dinner out without the kids. And when that time comes, we’re not looking at our kid-friendly list of restaurants. Instead, we check out our “thank God we get an evening to ourselves” restaurant list.
If you get a chance to have a nice dinner out away from your kiddos, you can’t go wrong with any of these local restaurants.
Biaggi’s – A casual Italian restaurant offering an extensive selection of house-made and imported pasta, soups, salads, pizza, seafood, steaks, and desserts. A gluten-free menu is available!
Bubba – For southern comfort food in a cozy atmosphere, Bubba is the place to go. Portions are huge, so you’ll have plenty for leftovers!
Centro – The urban eatery is one of our favorite downtown Des Moines restaurants. It specializes in delicious, Italian-inspired food featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by Chef George Formaro. The Wood-Grilled Salmon is excellent!
Proudfoot & Bird – The eclectic menu includes handmade pasta, seafood, poultry, and prime-cut beef – all locally sourced and fresh. Pair your meal with an award-winning list of wine selections. Excellent choice for fine dining in Des Moines!
Tursi’s Latin King – For over 60 years, Tursi’s Latin King Restaurant has stood as a hallmark of quality traditional Italian dining in Des Moines. Considered an “East-side institution,” Tursi’s Latin King delivers an authentic piece of Italy in the heart of the Midwest. The Chicken Spiedini is excellent!
Urban Grill – The Urban Grill offers a friendly, welcoming, neighborhood environment with an upscale, polished decor – a perfect date night restaurant in Urbandale. The Urban Grill’s warm and rich decor invites guests to relax and enjoy their American cuisine. You have to get the Inside-Out Crab Rangoon for an appetizer!
Wasabi – A modern Des Moines sushi restaurant and lounge for sophisticated customers who will be wowed by their cool surroundings. If you go here, you must get sushi, and if you need a drink, try the Japanese Dragon Punch!
We’ve also got a list of 25 Des Moines Date Night Ideas if you want something other than a meal!
