-- W-Tao Sushi -- We have driven back to Des Moines a day early just to eat here! Ask if they have anything fresh in on Friday - our favorites are oysters and salmon sashimi.
-- El Bait Shop -- The best beer selection you can find! And you have to try Michael's favorite bacon wrapped tots!
-- The Royal Mile -- An amazing vibe with an English pub feel and great food!
-- Johnny's Hall of Fame -- Our favorite place to watch football and where Michael was converted to a Hawkeyes fan. We've had one or two green tea shots here...
-- Truman's KC Pizza Tavern-- This was one of our favorite brunch spots and they have great pizza. This is also where we went after Michael proposed!
-- Ricochet -- Pool, darts, skee ball, foosbal, and bags. And, as legend has it, we have our picture on the wall.
-- The Iowa Taproom -- Great local beer selection and food.
-- Iowa State Capitol Building-- Take a walk through downtown Des Moines and the East Village up to the capital building for some great views of the skyline! You can cross the road south to the Shattering Silence memorial hill where Michael and I got engaged with an amazing view of downtown <3 The walk home can always include Up-down or Truman's!
-- Lua Brewing -- Known for their amazing IPAs and stouts, and be sure to check out their food! You can also check out Big Grove Brewery right around the corner.
-- In Confidence -- A speakeasy bar located below Hotel Fort Des Moines with specialty cocktails.
-- Hobnob Coffee and Wine Bar -- Coffee and wine bar located in HFDM serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
-- Horizon Line Coffee -- A local coffee shop located just across the street from Noce.