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Fresko, Des Moines, IA

Fresko

4.8
4.8
1190 Reviews
$30 and under
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Healthy
  • Great for creative cocktails
“Fresko” meaning “fresh” inspires our creation of seasonal menus made from locally sourced ingredients. Fresko makes natural food from the bounty of Iowa farms whenever possible. The culinary team prepares product from start to finish applying natural time honored techniques with care at every step. This enriches the flavorful and nutritious product we serve and benefits our community. Fresko believes we are what we eat and eating well means living well.

Fresko features a splendid assortment of original cocktails with a deep spirits menu and a beer program with sixteen beers on tap in addition to bottles and cans. Fresko's wine menu focuses on quality selections at a great value to our guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 630-7009
  • Website
    http://www.freskodsm.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Drew Hoormann
  • Catering
    We would be excited to host you or cater you for your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for choosing Fresko for your gathering! We are beyond excited to share our seasonal menus, made from locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, our lovely event spaces and exceptional team. You can trust your guests will have a tremendous experience at Fresko. Whether you’re here to celebrate your love story, organize a business meeting, celebrate a milestone, host a family gathering, or anything in between, we are here to put your mind at ease and deliver a fabulous experience for you and your guests. Our Executive Room accommodates up to 30 guests, and our Gathering Room accommodates up to 45 guests. We are also able to combine both rooms to accommodate up to 100 guests! We welcome the opportunity to make your vision a reality. Please contact us at events@freskodsm.com, by phone at 515-630-7009, or via our website: https://www.freskodsm.com/private-events/
  • Location
    909 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Area
    Des Moines
  • Cross Street
    9th and Locust
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, in several nearby parking ramps, and there is a lot across the street available after 5pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Starters

  • Wood Fired WingsUSD 11.00

    Chicken wings, chili oil, crumbled feta, tzatziki dipping sauce

    • Lobster AvocadoUSD 15.00

      Mango salsa, chili beurre blanc

      • Hummus*USD 9.00

        Smoked paprika scented, crudites, arugula, pita

        • Tuna TartareUSD 15.00

          Teriyaki marinated ahi tuna, avocado, sesame seeds, wontons, firecracker sauce

          • NachosUSD 15.00

            Short rib or chicken, house-made cheese sauce

            • Tempura ShrimpUSD 13.00

              Blue cheese mousse, celery hearts, buffalo vinaigrette

              • P.E.I. MusselsUSD 12.00

                White wine, Spanish chorizo, garlic, cilantro, chili butter, grilled bread

                • Kefte*USD 12.00

                  Woodfire grilled lamb skewers, arugula, Mediterranean pico, tzatziki, feta cheese, pita

                  • SkewersUSD 14.00

                    Wood-fired Moroccan spiced tenderloin, arugula, Mediterranean pico, tzatziki

                    • Seared Sesame TunaUSD 15.00

                      Seared rare and sliced, Asian slaw, honey almonds, orange supremes, squash, ginger soy vinaigrette

                      Sushi

                      • Tempura Shrimp & SalmonUSD 14.00

                        Avocado, kingoma sauce, micro cilantro

                        • Spicy Tuna*USD 15.00

                          Sriracha, avocado, blue crab, crunch

                          • The KillerUSD 16.00

                            Blue crab, cucumber, unagi, avocado, spicy mayo, eel sauce, tobiko

                            • Maine Lobster RollUSD 16.00

                              Tempura shrimp, avocado, wasabi mayo, unagi sauce, ginger glaze, sriracha mayo

                              Greens

                              Add: Shrimp, Chicken, Tuna, Steak

                              • FreskoUSD 6.00

                                Artisan lettuce, berries, orange supreme, goat cheese, red onion, red wine vinaigrette

                                • Kale & Spinach CaesarUSD 6.00

                                  Tuscan kale, baby spinach, garlic croutons, cremini mushrooms

                                  • Beets & Goat CheeseUSD 7.00

                                    Roasted gold & red beets, candied pecans, orange supremes, citrus vinaigrette

                                    Flatbreads

                                    • BaconUSD 12.00

                                      Crispy bacon, caramelized onion, Tillamook cheddar, fresh thyme

                                      • MargheritaUSD 11.00

                                        Basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella

                                        • FormaggioUSD 11.00

                                          Cheese blend, fresh chives, truffle honey

                                          • FungoUSD 11.00

                                            Wild mushrooms, cheese blend, fresh arugula, red wine reduction

                                            • PepperoniUSD 12.00

                                              San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, grande artisan pepperoni

                                              Tacos

                                              • Achiote ChickenUSD 13.00

                                                Pickled cabbage, chipotle aioli, mango salsa

                                                • Short RibUSD 14.00

                                                  Pico de gallo, guacamole, cotija

                                                  • Argentine Red ShrimpUSD 14.00

                                                    Candied Fresno chili, micro cilantro

                                                    • FishUSD 13.00

                                                      Chili marinated cod, jicama slaw, guacamole

                                                      • Chorizo SeitanUSD 14.00

                                                        Pico de gallo, guacamole

                                                        Sandwiches

                                                        Served with roasted potatoes | Gluten Free bread available $3

                                                        • Portobello Burger*USD 14.00

                                                          Marinated portobello, zucchini, summer squash; roasted red pepper, basil pesto, arugula, tomato, multigrain bun

                                                          • Steak Sandwich*USD 13.00

                                                            Sliced ribeye, Tillamook cheddar, sweet onion, chimichurri, tomatoes, ciabatta bread

                                                            • Pita Wrap*USD 13.00

                                                              Leg of lamb, chipotle mayo, pico, arugula, feta

                                                              • Chicken Caprese*USD 12.00

                                                                Grilled chicken breast, tomato, arugula, basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, ciabatta bread

                                                                • Fresko Burger*USD 14.00

                                                                  Smoked gouda, arugula, pickled onion, tomato jam, brioche bun

                                                                  • Horseradish Burger*USD 14.00

                                                                    Havarti cheese, crispy bacon, bibb lettuce, fresh tomato, remoulade, brioche bun

                                                                    • Turkey BurgerUSD 13.00

                                                                      Caramelized onions, granny smith apples, baby spinach, blue cheese, multigrain bun

                                                                      Entrées

                                                                      • Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUSD 31.00

                                                                        Spicy greens, bacon lardons, cauliflower gratin, leek & Fresno chili relish

                                                                        • Seafood Stew*USD 27.00

                                                                          Fish, shrimp, calamari, mussels, ancho lobster broth, fire-roasted peppers, napa cabbage, grilled bread

                                                                          • Lobster RavioliUSD 29.00

                                                                            Maine lobster filled pasta, escarole, roasted squash, sherry mascarpone creme, parmesan

                                                                            • Golden Dragon Street NoodlesUSD 21.00

                                                                              Marinated tofu, rice noodles, julienne carrots, zucchini, sweet onions, jalapeños, Thai coconut sauce, peanuts

                                                                              • Short RibsUSD 30.00

                                                                                Braised, sweet wine risotto, arugula, cherry tomatoes

                                                                                Wood Fire

                                                                                • Half Roasted ChickenUSD 25.00

                                                                                  Lemon & thyme brine, roasted potatoes, sautéed garlic swiss chard, lemon pan sauce

                                                                                  • SalmonUSD 25.00

                                                                                    Sauteed Tuscan kale, fennel & orange salad, brown butter vinaigrette

                                                                                    • Hanger Steak

                                                                                      Goat cheese & chive smashed red potatoes, sauteed kale, sweet demi-glace, crispy tobacco onions

                                                                                      • 12 Oz.USD 37.00

                                                                                    • Prime Filet

                                                                                      Roasted red potato hash, cremini mushrooms, roasted garlic, Tuscan kale, blue cheese, dijon cream sauce

                                                                                      • 7 Oz.USD 30.00

                                                                                    • Wagyu Ribeye

                                                                                      Sauteed spinach, smashed red potatoes

                                                                                      • 16 Oz.USD 52.00

                                                                                    Sides (Fruit and Vegetables)

                                                                                    • VegetablesUSD 7.00

                                                                                      • Sautéed GreensUSD 6.00

                                                                                        • Fresh FruitUSD 6.00

                                                                                          • Cauliflower GratinUSD 8.00

                                                                                            Sides (Potatoes)

                                                                                            • Truffle PotatoesUSD 8.00

                                                                                              • Roasted PotatoesUSD 6.00

                                                                                                • Goat Cheese & Chive

                                                                                                  • Smashed Red PotatoesUSD 6.00

                                                                                                    • Sea Salt & Pepper ChipsUSD 5.00

                                                                                                      Last updated: 1 February 2022

                                                                                                      What 1,190 people are saying

                                                                                                      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
                                                                                                      • 4.8Food
                                                                                                      • 4.8Service
                                                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                      • 4.5Value

                                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                                      • Iowa

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                                                                                                      • Iowa

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                                                                                                      • Iowa

                                                                                                        Healthy

                                                                                                      • Iowa

                                                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                                                      • Des Moines

                                                                                                        Best Overall

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                                                                                                        Best Service

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                                                                                                        Good for groups

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                                                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                      Fresko offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing brunch menu," "high quality food and service," and "wonderful atmosphere." Guests praise the "delicious and reasonably priced" dishes, attentive staff, and "beautiful presentation." The diverse menu caters to gluten-free needs and features standout items like "banana bread French toast."

                                                                                                      1,190 Reviews

                                                                                                      1. Kevin

                                                                                                        Cleveland

                                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        The service for ordering food and drinks was perfect. Our server was pleasant and accommodated dietary needs with a smile. All plates were delivered with excellent presentation and the right temperature. Getting until and paying took a bit longer than I expected but wasn’t excessive.

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                                                                                                      2. Kevin

                                                                                                        Kansas City

                                                                                                        11 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        11 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        Food was excellent, great service. A great place to go but especially over the holidays. We’ve been to Fresko before and will return.

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                                                                                                      3. Forrest

                                                                                                        New Orleans

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                        Drinks were awesome, price points seemed really fair. Food was pretty sub-par. Could have been better with just more salt honestly. The filet was underdone and the texture was bad. Serving staff was super nice. I don’t think I need to go back.

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                                                                                                      4. Hal

                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                        Kansas City

                                                                                                        101 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        101 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 20 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Great place. Excellent menu and well prepared. Reservations handled well.

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                                                                                                      5. Nicole

                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                        Des Moines

                                                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                        The service was great. Ordered a couple of entrees that missed the marked. Ordered the filet medium and the first cut seemed to be good but the further into the steak it got rarer and rarer. Ultimately, I think it was a warm rare. There was minimal flavor at that point. Another dish was the walleye. I thought it would be right up my flavor profile with the ingredients but the fish was overcooked and tough. Ordered desserts that were excellent.
                                                                                                        FreskoResponded on 19 December 2024
                                                                                                        Thank you for the feedback. We are thrilled you had excellent service. Were you able to speak to the manager and get another entree or have your meals removed that you did not enjoy?

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                                                                                                      6. Brooke

                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                        Des Moines

                                                                                                        47 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        47 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        My only disappointment tonight was that I had asked through OpenTable specifically that we be located as close to the front door as possible since my dinner companion had difficulty walking with a cane. So instead, we were seated on the opposite end of the restaurant other than that it was absolutely the great food I have experienced before, and the service second to none.
                                                                                                        FreskoResponded on 19 December 2024
                                                                                                        Thank you for the 5 stars and the feedback, Brooke.

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                                                                                                      7. Ryan

                                                                                                        Des Moines

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        The beet & goat cheese salad was served with an appropriate dressing serving, not drenched. The flank steak was excellent, the double bone chop was superior. Bar selections were average.

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                                                                                                      8. Chris

                                                                                                        Chicago

                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        I was looking for a seafood restaurant and they did not have much to choose from.

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                                                                                                      9. Graham

                                                                                                        Dallas

                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Getting a reservation was super easy and they were able to accommodate a large group with little notice. The ambiance was amazing and the food was even better!
                                                                                                        FreskoResponded on 12 December 2024
                                                                                                        Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad we could accommodate your group and that you enjoyed the ambiance and food. We hope to host you again soon!

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                                                                                                      10. Nancy

                                                                                                        Seattle

                                                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Everything was fantastic. Food and wine excellent. Thanks

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                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                      Fresko offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 630-7009.

                                                                                                      Fresko is rated 4.8 stars by 1190 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                      Make a booking

                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                      7:00 pm
                                                                                                      Booked 33 times today

                                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                      Google Map for Fresko

                                                                                                      909 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                                        9th and Locust
                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                        Des Moines
                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                        Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                        Farm-to-table
                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                        Parking is available on the street, in several nearby parking ramps, and there is a lot across the street available after 5pm.
                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                                        Drew Hoormann
                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                                        http://www.freskodsm.com/
                                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                                        (515) 630-7009
                                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                                        We would be excited to host you or cater you for your next event.
                                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                                        Thank you for choosing Fresko for your gathering! We are beyond excited to share our seasonal menus, made from locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, our lovely event spaces and exceptional team. You can trust your guests will have a tremendous experience at Fresko. Whether you’re here to celebrate your love story, organize a business meeting, celebrate a milestone, host a family gathering, or anything in between, we are here to put your mind at ease and deliver a fabulous experience for you and your guests. Our Executive Room accommodates up to 30 guests, and our Gathering Room accommodates up to 45 guests. We are also able to combine both rooms to accommodate up to 100 guests! We welcome the opportunity to make your vision a reality. Please contact us at events@freskodsm.com, by phone at 515-630-7009, or via our website: https://www.freskodsm.com/private-events/
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