EXPLORE: Steakhouses & Sports Bars

By Cyote Williams

Choice cuts and sporting spectacles, all in one section.

IOWA BEEF STEAKHOUSE
1201 E. Euclid Ave., Des Moines
www.iowabeefsteakhouse.com
One of CITYVIEW readers’ favorite locations for a choice cut of steak, cooked to perfection, this steakhouse has provided mouthwatering flavors since 1982. The interior features wood paneling from an old southeast Iowa barn. Nine cuts to choose from, all just as good as the last, paired with a full bar for your pleasure.

DESTINATION GRILLE
2491 E. First St., Grimes
www.destinationgrille.com
A destination it is. Each steak is wagyu beef that provides incredible flavor with each bite, helped by their steakhouse broiler oven and pan seared to give your steak a crispy crust. Not limited to the meats, their pizzas also come highly recommended. Choice cocktails are made with top-shelf liquor.

801 CHOPHOUSE
801 Grand Ave., Suite 200, Des Moines
www.801chophouse.com/des-moines
Family owned since 1993 and voted CITYVIEW’s best local steakhouse by readers, the famed steakhouse carries a reputation like no other in the city, and for good reason. Prices reflect the high quality when biting into an aged U.S.D.A. cut that can be prepared in a multitude of ways.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE
950 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 1100, West Des Moines
www.ruthschrisphg.com/west-des-moines
Brand new with bold flavors. The recently opened steakhouse is the largest of its kind in the nation. The two-story establishment provides an elegant atmosphere to accompany excellent flavors. The drinks are just as good as the food, giving you the chance to find a tasteful pairing for anything on the menu.

THE STATION ON INGERSOLL
3124 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines
www.thestationdsm.com
Catch the game and catch some vibes at the city’s best sports bar as voted by CITYVIEW readers. Enjoy a wide range of classic bar food such as wings, burgers, sandwiches and vegetarian options available for your indulgence, with local and national beers on tap to wash it down.

BRAZIL TERRA GRILL
2800 University Ave., Suite 405, West Des Moines
www.brazilterragrill.com
Brazilian steakhouses have been a growing trend in the food scene around the country. Brazil Terra Grill brings some of the bright and savory tastes of the South American country to you. Choose between skewers or churrasco grilled meats for an authentic experience.

AJ’S STEAKHOUSE
1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona
www.prairiemeadows.com/dining/ajs-steakhouse
Even if you lose at the track or in the casino, you’ll still come out a winner with a stop at AJ’s Steakhouse for a delicious dinner. The steakhouse has been serving customers for more than a decade with a focused set of chops and cuts to help you forget — or celebrate — your day of betting.

CHEAP SEATS SPORTS BAR
2301 Hubbell Ave., Des Moines
www.facebook.com/cheapseats.sportsbar
A classic sports bar equipped with several dart boards for when you need to distract yourself from your team’s performance — and plenty of TVs to keep you glued when they’re on top. A changing list of specials and plenty of booze to keep the energy high and inside.

FRANCIE’S BAR AND GRILL
2100 Wakonda View Drive, Des Moines
www.franciesbarandgrill.com
Proudly serving the southside since 1987, the locally owned bar and grill is a staple. You’ll find a tasteful range of burgers and sandwiches for different palates, spicy buffalo wings, and a rotating tap to fill your glass. If you’re feeling fancy at Francie’s, they have wine selections as well.

GILROY’S
1238 Eighth St., West Des Moines
www.gilroyskitchen.com
Gilroy’s means the son of a redhead in Gaelic, but no matter the hair color, a good time is sure to be had here. The pub and patio features specials throughout the week to complement whatever sport you’re viewing. A plethora of dining choices, not to mention brunch on the weekends.

THE HALL DSM
111 S. 11th St., West Des Moines
www.thehalldsm.com
A renaissance of beer halls of yesteryear, The Hall brings people together with extended tables to encourage seating next to others and bringing new people together. More than 50 beers on tap to choose from during football season and a rotating offering of food to boot.

JOHNNY’S HALL OF FAME
302 Court Ave., Des Moines
www.johnnyshalloffame.com
Des Moines’ original sports bar, Johnny’s has been hosting the country’s sporting events on their screens since 1962. Get yourself breakfast during those early college football kickoffs or settle in at night with a cocktail or one of many tap selections.

TRUMAN’S KC PIZZA TAVERN
400 S.E. Sixth St., Des Moines
www.trumanstavern.com
Breakfast in the morning, pizza in the evening, drinks and sports all the time. Cocktails from sweet to spicy and a pizza menu that has flavors that can take you around the globe. Don’t forget about the beer on tap, sporting several Midwest favorites.