Table 128 ★ 4.4
A modern American bistro tucked into a westside strip mall that belies the quality inside. Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients underpin a menu ranging
Signature: Iowa pork shoulder steak, Faroe Island salmon, Beluga lentil barbacoa
HoQ is a new american restaurant in East Village, Des Moines.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Signature dishes: Seasonal farm-to-table tasting plates, Local Iowa protein dishes
Address: 303 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
A modern American bistro tucked into a westside strip mall that belies the quality inside. Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients underpin a menu ranging
Signature: Iowa pork shoulder steak, Faroe Island salmon, Beluga lentil barbacoa
Downtown Des Moines' Southern comfort destination pairs fried chicken, jambalaya and Southern fried catfish with an extensive brown-liquor selection.
Signature: Buttermilk fried chicken, Chicken and waffles, Shrimp and grits
A Beaverdale neighbourhood favourite since 1997, Flying Mango started as a catering operation and farmers market stall before settling into its Hickman
Signature: Memphis-style ribs, Smoked brisket, Red beans and rice
A Des Moines institution since 1947, Tursi's Latin King operates from a country-villa building on Hubbell Avenue and serves the classic Italian-American
Signature: Spaghetti with house red sauce, Chicken parmigiana, Steak de burgo
The canonical address in Des Moines for steak de burgo: a 6 oz filet in roasted garlic, basil, oregano and rich cream sauce ($44 at dinner).
Signature: Steak de burgo, Filet mignon, Veal Sinatra
Competition BBQ team turned brick-and-mortar champion with 200+ competition awards. The pulled pork and brisket plate are the benchmarks; four sauce styles.
Signature: Beef brisket, St. Louis-style ribs, Burnt ends