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10 bars in Des Moines, editor-picked for bars open late. Bars serving past 23:00. All bars in Des Moines.
The Contrary ★ 4.6
east-village · 503 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Wed-Thu 16:00-00:00; Fri-Sat 16:00-02:00; Sun 16:00-00:00; closed Mon-Tue
East Village's most accomplished craft cocktail bar, with a rotating seasonal menu built on locally produced spirits, house-made shrubs and fresh produce.
Noce Jazz Club ★ 4.5
downtown · 1326 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Wed-Sat 18:00-23:00; closed Sun-Tue
Des Moines' premier live jazz venue: an intimate Walnut Street club booking national acts with a quality cocktail and wine programme alongside the music.
El Bait Shop ★ 4.5
downtown · 200 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Mon-Thu 11:00-01:00; Fri 11:00-02:00; Sat 10:00-02:00; Sun 10:00-00:00
The definitive Des Moines craft beer destination, El Bait Shop has maintained over 150 tap handles since opening in a renovated riverfront building.
Hessen Haus ★ 4.2
downtown · 101 SW 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Mon-Thu 11:00-23:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-02:00; Sun 11:00-22:00
Des Moines' authentic German bierhalle, serving large-format steins of German draft beer alongside schnitzel, pretzels, sauerkraut and wurst in a massive
Big Grove Brewery ★ 4.1
east-village · 555 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
Hours: Mon-Thu 11:00-22:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-23:00; Sun 10:00-21:00
The Des Moines satellite of the acclaimed Iowa City brewpub, Big Grove brings its range of well-crafted ales and lagers to a large, family-friendly space
Twisted Vine Brewery ★ 4.0
east-village · 112 SE 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Mon-Thu 15:00-22:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-23:00; Sun 11:00-20:00; closed Wed
A neighbourhood craft brewery on the SE 4th Street edge of the East Village, known for accessible hop-forward ales and a rotating seasonal programme.
Wellman's Pub ★ 4.0
east-village · 404 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-02:00; Sun 11:00-00:00
Lively East Village pub with multiple screens and Iowa Hawkeyes games; the covered rooftop patio is the neighbourhood's best warm-weather drinking spot.
High Life Lounge ★ 3.9
downtown · 200 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Mon-Sat 14:00-02:00; Sun 14:00-00:00
One of Des Moines' most beloved dive bars, High Life Lounge has a loyal neighbourhood following for cheap beer, irreverent character and occasional live
Pints Pub ★ 3.9
downtown · 547 SW 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours: Mon-Sat 15:00-02:00; closed Sun
A westside pub with a tight tap list focused almost entirely on Iowa craft production. The small, unpretentious space is exactly what it intends to be.
Beechwood Inn ★ 3.8
beaverdale · 2601 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
Hours: Mon-Sun 14:00-02:00
The quintessential Beaverdale neighbourhood bar, with a loyal regulars crowd, affordable pints and a relaxed atmosphere far removed from the downtown
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