Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Des Moines, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Des Moines, according to Yelp

Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.

Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?

Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.

Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.

While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Des Moines using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

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#30. Tacos Degollado

- Rating: 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1817 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
- Categories: Mexican, Patisserie/Cake Shop, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

#29. Joppa Experience

- Rating: 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 3800 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Soul Food
- Read more on Yelp

#28. Gursha Ethiopian Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 2316 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
- Categories: Ethiopian
- Read more on Yelp

#27. Los Pinos Taqueria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 3920 E 14th St Des Moines, IA 50313
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

#26. Maccabee's Kosher Deli

- Rating: 4.5/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1150 Polk Blvd Des Moines, IA 50311
- Categories: Delis, Kosher, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#25. 3B Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3500 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Mediterranean
- Read more on Yelp

#24. Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine

- Rating: 4.5/5 (115 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1409 23rd St Des Moines, IA 50311
- Categories: Pakistani, Indian, Halal
- Read more on Yelp

#23. Antojitos Mexicanos

- Rating: 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 4100 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA 50315
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

#22. Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 6157 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA 50320
- Categories: Italian, Soup, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

#21. Los Olivos Food Truck

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: SE 14th St Des Moines, IA 50315
- Categories: Food Trucks, Salvadoran
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. La Rancherita Taqueria y Gordita

- Rating: 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 1106 Army Post Rd Des Moines, IA 50315
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

#19. Jose's Tacos

- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1525 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50316
- Categories: Food Stands
- Read more on Yelp

#18. Donut Hut

- Rating: 5.0/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4941 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Donuts, Bakeries, Fast Food
- Read more on Yelp

#17. Freedom Blend Coffee

- Rating: 5.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2329 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

#16. Cafe con Leche

- Rating: 5.0/5 (19 reviews)
- Address: 2905 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA 50317
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. Palm's Caribbean Cuisine

- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 1620 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA 50314
- Categories: Caribbean
- Read more on Yelp

#14. Ice Cream El Michoacano

- Rating: 5.0/5 (36 reviews)
- Address: 2922 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Mexican, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp

#13. Top Bun Food Truck

- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: 901 Thomas Beck Rd Des Moines, IA 50315
- Categories: Food Trucks, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

#12. El Taco Guapo

- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: 3005 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

#11. Villanueva Taco Truck

- Rating: 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 1601 E University Des Moines, IA 50316
- Categories: Food Stands
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. The Stuffed Olive

- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 208 3rd St Des Moines, IA 50309
- Categories: Tapas Bars
- Read more on Yelp

#9. QuikTrip

- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2945 E University Ave Des Moines, IA 50317
- Categories: Gas Stations, Convenience Stores, Fast Food
- Read more on Yelp

#8. Sook's Korean Kitchen

- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: Des Moines, IA 50309
- Categories: Food Trucks, Korean, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

#7. Veggie Thumper

- Rating: 5.0/5 (19 reviews)
- Address: Des Moines, IA 50310
- Categories: Vegan, Herbs & Spices, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

#6. Mi Lindo Mexico

- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3900 E 14th St Ste 17 Des Moines, IA 50313
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

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