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Welcome to Americana Des Moines

Americana Des Moines, nestled in the heart of downtown, offers a vibrant twist on comfort food with a menu that honors American classics. This New American steakhouse embraces a casual yet chic atmosphere, making it the perfect destination for brunch or dinner. Signature dishes like the Garlic de Burgo filet and renowned Bombshell Brunch Buffet showcase culinary excellence, while share plates such as Truffle Fries and Crab Rangoon Dip add a delightful touch to your experience. Patrons rave about the fantastic service and inviting ambiance, making Americana a must-visit for both locals and travelers seeking a memorable dining adventure.

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Americana Des Moines, a culinary haven nestled in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Located at 1312 Locust St, this vibrant restaurant infuses new American flair into the timeless comfort food we all know and love. With a commitment to exceptional cuisine and inviting atmosphere, Americana has quickly risen to become a local favorite.

Step inside, and you’ll find an expansive and meticulously designed space that exudes warmth and sophistication. The large bar area is perfect for evening cocktails, while the generous layout allows for gatherings of all sizes, making it ideal for light-hearted brunches or lively dinner parties.

What sets Americana Des Moines apart is its diverse menu that promises something for everyone, from savory steaks to shareable small plates. Here are a few highlights:

  • Truffle Fries: A decadent starter drizzled with white truffle oil, sprinkled with black truffle sea salt, and garnished with shaved parmesan and a creamy goat cheese dip.
  • Crab Rangoon Dip: A delightful combination of fresh crab meat and creamy sweet chili dip, served with crispy wonton chips for that perfect crunch.
  • Iowa Chop: A succulent 12 oz. pork porterhouse topped with a luscious bacon sweet corn cream sauce, paired with crispy fingerling potatoes.
  • 10 oz. Filet de Burgo: This tender center-cut filet is accompanied by garlic de Burgo butter, a favorite for steak lovers.

Not to be missed is Americana's celebrated weekend Bombshell Brunch Buffet, where guests can indulge in endless eats for just $27, or opt for the premium selection with bottomless mimosas or bloody marys for $42. Reviewers rave about the variety, from fresh fruits to exquisite breakfast dishes like cinnamon donut holes dunked in caramel sauce.

The welcoming staff, from lively servers to attentive hosts, ensure a delightful experience that complements the delectable dishes. Customers consistently highlight the phenomenal service as a hallmark of the Americana experience, making every visit memorable.

With rave reviews from locals and visitors alike, including mentions of their pizza, burgers, and salads that consistently hit the mark, Americana Des Moines is a destination for those seeking dynamic flavors and a vibrant dining atmosphere. Whether gathering with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply indulging in a delicious meal, Americana promises an experience that exceeds expectations.

If you find yourself in Des Moines and craving comfort food with a contemporary twist, make sure to visit Americana Des Moines. You won't just enjoy a meal—you'll savor an experience that highlights the best of New American fare.

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Winter S.
Winter S.

Always amazing food and service. One of the best in the city! Great ambience and fun servers!

Jillissa M.
Jillissa M.

Americana's weekend Bombshell Brunch Buffet lives up to the name and exceeds expectations. Come hungry and leave satisfied! Choose either endless eats for $27 or endless eats with bottomless mimosas/bloody Mary's/screwdriver bar for $42. There are several stations set up on the lower floor of the restaurant including part of the kitchen. Fresh fruits, salad and toppings galore can be found to make a healthy pre-gorge-fest plate. The breakfast options inside the kitchen were outstanding and I loved the cinnamon donut holes with Carmel sauce! The smoked pit ham was also very flavorful and was a nice touch of protein. Our server, Erin, was fantastic and recommended the homemade tomato bisque soup with a customized grilled cheese - a true comfort food delight. Erin was lively, prompt and a great host for us as we enjoyed our Saturday brunch. If you happen to have saved room for dessert (which I highly suggest you do!), definitely go for the custard and cheesecake! What a cute fun location to spend time with girlfriends on a Saturday morning!

Josh T.
Josh T.

Went Sunday PM for the burger night. Service was fast, the burgers were juicy and flavorful and the fries were cooked and seasoned perfectly. I also enjoy the fry sauce that came with them. Yum.

Courtney F.
Courtney F.

We were in town for work and this spot one the group vote. Holy moly. It was fantastic. The location is great and the space is HUGE. They did an amazing job with the layout too and the large bar was gorgeous. I split the Mac n cheese and risotto with a friend and omg. They were both so packed with flavor and just so delicious. We devoured them. We also got one of every dessert on the menu to try, everything was fantastic. Service was great all night, they had an awesome cocktail menu. If you live in the area, this is a must try.

Josh N.
Josh N.

Really awesome place here. Love the ambiance and the casual atmosphere. They have an excellent selection of cocktails and beverages. The food menu was tough for me to make a choice with so many delicious options. The hummus plate really hit the spot and I opted for a burger and fries and again a big winner. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I highly recommend stopping in.

Ellie B.
Ellie B.

Great restaurant in downtown Des Moines! Went here for my birthday and had a great time. I had a mule to start and it was really good. We had the crab rangoon dip and the glazed brussels for appetizers - both were great! I had the tomato cream pasta which was very tasty and then they brought us an actual cake since it was my birthday! Will definitely be back and I want to try their brunch sometime!

Mary P.
Mary P.

So busy on a Wednesday night! Our group of 12 sat upstairs. Waitress was quick to get drinks as we arrived & took our appetizer orders. The Caprese charcuterie board was beautiful and tasty as well! And you can't say too much about the Asian wraps! I really like them. The truffle fries were popular as well. Our orders came fairly quickly. I had to have what I did last year - - mac & cheese with shrimp. It came with a slice of bread and was delicious. I took home most of the pasta. Two friends loved their wedge salads and another had the steak medallions and said they were tasty. It was a little hard to get drink refills - - but like I said, they were very busy. It's a great place!

Kim F.
Kim F.

We were in town for a legislative recognition ceremony at the capitol... after the ceremony was done we asked for a recommendation for lunch, Americans was it and it was such a great recommendation!! Americans is very close and convenient to the capital and parking is also very easy for lunch. We had seven people in our party... service was phenomenal... Americana was not terribly busy, which is unfortunate because their food was fantastic. But was very fortunate for Ross because we had a nice spot to sit and we were taken care of very well by our server. The food was exceptional... We had a blend of a lot of different things. The Americana burger was recommended to us, and that burger was delicious and absolutely huge! I had the Pear and Gorgonzola salad with chicken.. it was absolutely huge even if they cut it in half. I don't think I could've eaten all of that... That was an extremely delicious salad perfectly tossed with a light salad dressing...just delicious. My niece had the truffle mac & cheese, and she said it was absolutely delicious and my sister had the bacon wrapped meatloaf and she was super happy with her choice as well. It was served with white cheddar mash potatoes and they were divine along with asparagus. If we ever get back to Des Moines... we would absolutely stop back to Americana was a great lunch and a great atmosphere... I'm sure it's happening place in the evening