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September 27, 2024
Des Moines, Iowa

Megan & Cal

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With help from other Des Moines natives, we mapped out our favorite food, bars, and activities in town. Unfortunately, we can't add hyperlinks to this page. If you want to explore the full map, paste this link into a new browser: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1zBXx3N3pZNFGK3tCDRk-Su13mfEbco4&hl=en&ll=41.58304280000001%2C-93.61847179999998&z=15 Here are some notes on our special favorites:

Centro

1003 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Our first official date was here in 2016.

Simon's

5800 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50322

This is where the Schott family celebrates. This is a staple, but arrive early if you want a table.

South Union Bread Cafe

1007 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Favorite sandwich in DSM - across the street from Cal's first job.

Locust Tap

434 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

One of our favorite East Village bars.

Lua Brewing

1525 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

555 17th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

La Mie Bakery

841 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

Best pastries in town and Meg's first job.

Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market

300 Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309

Grab coffee and a breakfast burrito on Saturday morning.

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

1330 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309

University Library Cafe

3506 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

Best burger in town.

Secret Admirer

110 Southwest 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Grab a cocktail on their back patio.

St. Kilda Cafe & Bakery

300 Southwest 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
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