Best of West Des Moines, IA
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in West Des Moines, IA — mapped and organized by category.
About West Des Moines
West Des Moines is an Iowa city primarily located in Polk County with sections extending into Dallas, Warren, and Madison Counties. Its municipal boundaries span across four distinct counties in the region.
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Wasabi
Wasabi is an Asian restaurant located in the Commerce neighborhood.
View details →Best Hotels in West Des Moines
3 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Sleep Inn & Suites
Sleep Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the Commerce neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in West Des Moines
17 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Cooper's on 5th
Cooper's on 5th serves American fare, including burgers, sandwiches, and salads, in the Valley Junction neighborhood.
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Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
Fiesta Mexican Restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisine in the Valley Junction neighborhood.
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Fire Creek
Fire Creek is an American restaurant located in the Commerce neighborhood.
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Heavenly Asian Cuisine & Lounge
Heavenly Asian Cuisine & Lounge serves Chinese dishes in the Valley Junction neighborhood.
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Home Sweet Cone
Home Sweet Cone is a restaurant that offers ice cream in Commerce.
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Jethro's BBQ Southside
Jethro's BBQ Southside offers a selection of barbecue dishes in the Southwestern Hills area.
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Maxie's Supper Club
Maxie's Supper Club is an American restaurant located in the Valley Junction neighborhood.
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The Pelican Post Bar & Grille
The Pelican Post Bar & Grille is a restaurant in the Commerce neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in West Des Moines
4 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Corazon Coffee Roasters
Corazon Coffee Roasters is a café located in the Valley Junction neighborhood, offering coffee shop services.
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Grounds For Celebration
Grounds For Celebration is a café located in Commerce that serves coffee.
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La Barista Coffee
La Barista Coffee is a coffee shop located in Valley Junction. It offers a variety of brewed drinks for casual enjoyment.
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Timbuktu Coffee Bar
Timbuktu Coffee Bar is a coffee shop located in the Commerce neighborhood. It offers a relaxed atmosphere for enjoying various coffee drinks.
Best Parks & Outdoors in West Des Moines
4 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Brody School Park
Brody School Park is a public park that offers green space for relaxation and recreation.
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Carpenter Square
Carpenter Square is a public park that offers green space for relaxation and community gatherings.
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