Destination Grille

4.8

406 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111

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2 people

3 Apr 2025

April 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Good for business meals

Welcome to Destination Grille. A contemporary, upscale yet casual restaurant that reminds us of travels and destinations around the globe. We are an experience like non-other!

Please join us Monday through Saturday from 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-8pm.

Don't forget to join us for a night cap Fridays and Saturdays, our bars remain open until 11pm on both levels!

We have a lot of options with a fabulous ambience on each level, but it can be overwhelming your first time, please call if you have any questions!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(515) 355-1153
Website
http://www.destinationgrille.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We have a many options to host your next event at Destination Grille. From 10-300 people, we have the perfect space!
Private party facilities
https://destinationgrille.com/grimes-destination-grille-parties
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111
Area
Grimes
Parking details
Private Parking
Public transit
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 406 people are saying

Destination Grille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Iowa
Best Overall
Iowa
Innovative
Iowa
Good for groups
Iowa
Healthy
Iowa
Great for outdoor dining
Des Moines
Best Overall
Des Moines
Best Service
Des Moines
Best Ambience
Des Moines
Best Value
Des Moines
Innovative
Des Moines
Good for groups
Des Moines
Healthy
Des Moines
Hot spot
Des Moines
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Destination Grille excels with "excellent service" and a "great atmosphere." The menu offers a diverse range of options, including standout gluten-free dishes. Diners appreciate the "delicious food," particularly the steaks and seafood. While some mention noise, the inviting ambiance and friendly staff make it a "go-to place" for many.

406 Reviews

B
Bri
Des Moines14 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Seasonal drinks, apps, Chicken fried DeBurgo special and cheesecake for dessert made for a great evening out!
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KurtS
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were excellent. Owner briefly stopped by the table just to ask if we were having a positive experience.
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JanineR VIP
Des Moines6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food here is pretty good. We've never been wowed and for the price, I'd expect at least a hint of excitement evoked. We had crab cakes for $22 and they were three small, mushy cakes. The flavor was good, but not really a crab cake. I had the salmon blt and the salmon was good, but the bacon wasn't crispy. The gluten free bun that I paid $3 for, was over cooked (far too long in the microwave is my guess) and was not edible. Everyone else was satisfied with their meals. The staff is always super friendly and the atmosphere is nice. I wish I liked the food more!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best gluten free menu we’ve ever tasted! Highly recommend!
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LarryM VIP
Las Vegas12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another good evening at D/G. Our favorite spot for drinks and a light meal!
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Judith
Des Moines1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasant experience at DG! Staff is very professional and friendly. Our meals have always been great! It’s become a go to place for us!
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JoshT
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Met another couple here for dinner. Food and service were exceptional. Love all of the GF options they have. Ambience was nice. We were closer to the bar but it was not very noisy which was nice.
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Jeff
Des Moines1 review
4.0
Dined on 18 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
excellent service Abby was great, and the food was great also.
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Denise
Palm Springs1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We all enjoyed our food. Maybe could have been a little hotter.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Des Moines1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was very good. We had a nice window seat upstairs.
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FAQs

Destination Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 355-1153.

Destination Grille is rated 4.8 stars by 406 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 21 times today

2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111

Additional information

Area
Grimes
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Parking
Public transit
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.destinationgrille.com/
Phone number
(515) 355-1153
Catering
We have a many options to host your next event at Destination Grille. From 10-300 people, we have the perfect space!
Private party facilities
https://destinationgrille.com/grimes-destination-grille-parties

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Kids Menu

Chicken StripsUSD 9.00

Mac and CheeseUSD 9.00

Red or White PastaUSD 9.00

CheeseburgerUSD 9.00

Kids Cheese PizzaUSD 9.00

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