Walk around Gray’s Lake and Waterworks Park. There is a popup beer garden in the fall. Sometimes there is coffee in the morning. Check the website for hours and for a map.
Food across from the hotel. Charlie and Anna’s go to is the grinder pizza and onion rings.
Charlie’s favorite taco spot. Get the flour tacos!
Nice restaurant and winery close to hotel.
Good hangover spot.
Best Thai food in town.
Favorite south side restaurant. Charlie and Anna’s go to is the french dip or nachos.
Good burgers in Des Moines.
Charlie and Anna’s go to breakfast spot.
Great coffee and breakfast!
Fun coffee spot.