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Splash Seafood Bar and Grill, Des Moines, IA

Splash Seafood Bar and Grill

4.6
4.6
1954 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 7 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
DiRoNA award winning Splash Seafood Bar & Grill serves only the freshest seafood flown in daily and expertly prepared in both traditional and contemporary styles. Splash Seafood bar and Grill also serve the Midwest's finest cuts of steaks and chops with the same care as they give the seafood. Be pampered by the highly experienced wait staff in one of Des Moines most unique and elegant dining rooms surrounded by whimsical wall murals as well as 9 large salt water aquariums. Splash Seafood offers an extensive wine list, recognized with an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator, as well as a full bar specializing in tropical drinks. Also enjoy a more laid back atmosphere in the raw bar, Splash Oyster Bar & Seafood Market, just across the hallway from Splash Seafood. Enjoy all the fresh oysters and shellfish that the raw bar has to offer as well as the full menu from Splash Seafood. Also be sure to take advantage of the raw bars Seafood Market to enjoy the freshest seafood at home.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 244-5686
  • Website
    http://www.splash-seafood.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dominic Iannarelli
  • Location
    303 Locust St., Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Area
    Downtown Des Moines
  • Cross Street
    3rd & Locust
  • Parking details
    Free street parking after 9pm or park in the public ramp adjacent to the building which is accessible from 4th Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Dinner served Tuesday thru Saturday 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.

Starters

  • Broiled Willapa Bay Oysters (1/2 Dozen)USD 21.00

    Garlic herb butter, pickled shallots

    • Splash Crab CakeUSD 18.00

      Lump blue crab with lobster dijon sauce

      • Grilled OctopusUSD 21.00

        With chipotle romesco & potato puree

        • P.E.I. MusselsUSD 18.00

          1 pound in saffron white wine broth with goat cheese crouton

          • Carpaccio*USD 16.00

            Thinly sliced rare filet with wasabi, capers, beer mustard & crostini

            • Calamari & ShrimpUSD 17.00

              Kung pao style in sweet chili sauce with roasted cashews & asian slaw

              • BBQ ShrimpUSD 17.00

                Bacon wrapped with bbq sauce served over slaw

                • Lobster BitesUSD 28.00

                  Lightly beer battered cold water. Lobster tail, slaw & malt vinegar gastric

                  • Wonton Tuna Tacos*USD 17.00

                    Ginger chili tuna tartare, avocado, radish slaw, wasabi

                    Caviar*

                    All caviar subject to availability

                    • Russian Osetra*USD 276.00

                      Nutty flavor, firm texture, color varies from warm brown to greenish-gray

                      • Russian Sevruga*USD 178.00

                        Unique clean salty sea flavor, fine grained, various shades of gray

                        • California Sterling*

                          California white sturgeon, comparable to osetra, smooth robust nutty flavor

                          • ClassicUSD 131.00
                          • RoyalUSD 171.00
                          • ImperialUSD 200.00

                        • American Sturgeon*USD 50.00

                          Dark gray, subtle briney flavor, buttery texture

                          Iced Shellfish Platters

                          • Shellfish Platter

                            Colossal gulf shrimp, Alaskan king crab and Maine lobster with cocktail sauce & lemon caper tartar

                            • SmallUSD 69.00
                            • LargeUSD 115.00

                          • Colossal Gulf Shrimp

                            With cocktail sauce & lemon caper tartar

                            • Three PieceUSD 24.00
                            • Six PieceUSD 46.00

                          • Alaskan King Crab

                            With cocktail sauce & lemon caper tartar

                            • Half PoundUSD 30.00
                            • One PoundUSD 59.00

                          • Maine Lobster

                            With cocktail sauce & lemon caper tartar

                            • HalfUSD 26.00
                            • WholeUSD 38.00

                          Oysters*

                          • On the 1/2 Shell*

                            Daily selections from the cold clear clean waters of Puget Sound, British Colombia, Connecticut, Long Island & Nova Scotia with traditional condiments. Ask server for tonights selections

                            Specialty Oyster*

                            • Moscow*USD 5.00

                              Horseradish cream with black & red caviar

                              • Rockefeller*USD 5.00

                                Broiled with bacon, caramelized onions, spinach & hollandaise

                                • Bienville*USD 5.00

                                  Broiled with shrimp, mushrooms & bacon

                                  • Oyster Shooter*USD 9.00

                                    Lola's Southern Jalapeno Bloody Mary & horseradish caviars', Absolut Citron vodka

                                    Soup

                                    • Bowl Lobster BisqueUSD 16.00

                                      With sherry poached Maine lobster

                                      • New England Clam ChowderUSD 9.00

                                        Thick, rich & full of whole clams

                                        Salad

                                        • Splash SaladUSD 13.00

                                          Spinach, roasted corn, crasins, candied walnuts, bacon, gorgonzola, cranberry champagne vinaigrette

                                          • Louis Wedge SaladUSD 15.00

                                            Baby iceberg wedge, gulf shrimp, lump blue crab, tomato, hard egg, louis dressing

                                            • Sea Bass Chopped SaladUSD 18.00

                                              Chopped romaine, chilled smoked sea bass, cucumber, tomato, capers, red onion, hard egg, caviar dressing

                                              • Pumpkin SaladUSD 14.00

                                                Roasted pumpkin, arugula, Radichio, papitas, blue cheese, warm bacon vinaigrette

                                                • CaesarUSD 12.00

                                                  Romaine, parmesan shell, pine nuts, anchovies, classic garlic anchovy dressing

                                                  • GardenUSD 11.00

                                                    Baby greens, roasted tomato, cucumber. Your choice of: balsamic vinaigrette, Maytag bleu cheese, creamy romano, lemon dijon vinaigrette, cranberry champagne vinaigrette

                                                    Charcuterie Board

                                                    A taste of our state's best charcuterie & cheese, hand selected by our Chef

                                                    • The Iowa PlatterUSD 22.00

                                                      La Quercia prosciutto americano, La Quercia copa americano, Honey Creek Creamery simply pure chevre, Maytag Dairy Farms extra sharp cheddar & Maytag Dairy Farms havarti

                                                      Jet Fresh Seafood

                                                      flown in fresh daily from Hawaii, Alaska, Seattle, Boston & the Florida Keys. Choice of preparation: Char-Grilled, Sake-Grilled, Pan Seared, Meuniere, Cajun Blackened or Moutarde

                                                      • Norwegian SalmonUSD 32.00

                                                        • Chilean SeabassUSD 39.00

                                                          • Colossal Gulf ShrimpUSD 37.00

                                                            • Hawaiian Yellow Fin Tuna* (Rare)USD 35.00

                                                              • Sea ScallopsUSD 37.00

                                                                • SwordfishUSD 33.00

                                                                  • Live Maine LobsterUSD 69.00

                                                                    Prepared Steamed or Grilled with drawn butter; 2 Pound whole lobster

                                                                    • Alaskan King CrabUSD 95.00

                                                                      Prepared Steamed or Grilled with drawn butter; Extra large 1.5lb Leg

                                                                      Steaks & Chops

                                                                      Entrées served with seasonal vegetables & choice of garlic mashed potatoes, basmati rice or mashed sweet potatoes. Add Maytag Blue Cheese Fromage $5

                                                                      • 8 Ounce Filet MignonUSD 45.00

                                                                        • 12 Ounce Filet MignonUSD 56.00

                                                                          • 14 Ounce U.S.D.A. Prime New York StripUSD 49.00

                                                                            • 16 Ounce Havana Style Double Pork ChopUSD 38.00

                                                                              Premium Sides

                                                                              • RisottoUSD 7.00

                                                                                • Herb Roasted Wild MushroomsUSD 10.00

                                                                                  • Lobster Mac & CheeseUSD 16.00

                                                                                    Surf & Turf

                                                                                    • Oscar Style New York StripUSD 59.00

                                                                                      14 ounce Prime New York Strip, Alaskan King crab & bernaise

                                                                                      • Royal Surf & TurfUSD 120.00

                                                                                        8 ounce filet, 8 ounce lobster tail & 1.5lb Alaskan King crab leg

                                                                                        • Mixed GrillUSD 48.00

                                                                                          Filet mignon oscar, shellfish pan roast & shrimp scampi

                                                                                          Enhance Any Entrée

                                                                                          • Colossal Gulf Shrimp (2)USD 16.00

                                                                                            • Sea Scallop (2)USD 16.00

                                                                                              • 1.25lb Pound Live Maine LobsterUSD 38.00

                                                                                                • 1.5lb Alaskan King Crab LegUSD 85.00

                                                                                                  • Oscar Style (Alaskan King Crab & Bernaise Sauce)USD 12.00

                                                                                                    Chef Specialties

                                                                                                    • Miso SalmonUSD 34.00

                                                                                                      Mirin miso marinade, edamame salad & jasmine rice

                                                                                                      • Lobster Mac & CheeseUSD 31.00

                                                                                                        Cold water lobster, quattro formaggio sauce

                                                                                                        • Sake Grilled Colossal ShrimpUSD 39.00

                                                                                                          Umami glazed with mashed sweet potatoes & black bean mango salsa

                                                                                                          • Splash Tuna*USD 37.00

                                                                                                            Sesame seared rare, jasmine rice, snow peas, wasabi, ginger & wakame

                                                                                                            • Sriracha ScallopsUSD 39.00

                                                                                                              Grilled scallops finished with a sriracha butter sauce, edamame salad & jasmine rice

                                                                                                              • Seabass CioppinoUSD 45.00

                                                                                                                Elevated classic with colossal shrimp, sea scallop, P.E.I. mussels & clams

                                                                                                                • Splash ChickenUSD 26.00

                                                                                                                  Pan roasted, lemon garlic demi glace, asparagus & roasted wild mushrooms

                                                                                                                  • Surf & Turf FettuccineUSD 26.00

                                                                                                                    Gulf shrimp, tenderloin tips, gorgonzola cream sauce

                                                                                                                    • Shrimp RisottoUSD 28.00

                                                                                                                      Gulf shrimp, asparagus & roasted wild mushrooms in a goat cheese compound

                                                                                                                      • Truffle Vegetable PastaUSD 18.00

                                                                                                                        Roasted mushroom, asparagus, roma tomato, scallion, garlic

                                                                                                                        Last updated: 1 February 2022

                                                                                                                        What 1,954 people are saying

                                                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                                        4.6
                                                                                                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                        • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                                                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                        • 4.2Value

                                                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                                                        • Des Moines

                                                                                                                          Good for special occasions

                                                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                        Splash Seafood Bar and Grill offers an exceptional dining experience with "great service, great food," and an impressive menu featuring seafood like "some of the best" sea bass. The "beautiful location" near the Civic Center adds to the charm. Although some find it pricey, many diners appreciate the "wonderful ambience" and attentive staff.

                                                                                                                        1,954 Reviews

                                                                                                                        1. Eric

                                                                                                                          Chicago

                                                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                          Tuna was overcooked and they immediately fixed it. Was excellent experience!

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                                                                                                                        2. Troy

                                                                                                                          Des Moines

                                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                          Was surprised to be seated in the oyster bar area vs. the normal dining area options, especially considering we had reservations, didn't request to be secluded away from the normal ambiance provided at this restaurant, and the restaurant was less than capacity during the evening. A glitch scenario considering it was a holiday and more patrons were expected?

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                                                                                                                        3. Allison

                                                                                                                          Denver

                                                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                          Wonderful experience! The fish was fantastic. Our server gave great recommendations and anticipated timing everything so we could get to our concert afterwards. The ambiance is super cool with the under the sea theme. Will definitely be dining here again!

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                                                                                                                        4. Terry

                                                                                                                          Des Moines

                                                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                          Service staff were attentative to our needs and interests. They also helped each other to ensure we had a good experience. The appetizers and meal were tremendous -- flavor, presentation, temperature, and savory.

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                                                                                                                        5. Dan

                                                                                                                          Cleveland

                                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                                          Dined on 2 February 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                          Dan out of special but did not tell me until 20 minutes after I placed order.

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                                                                                                                        6. Mark

                                                                                                                          Des Moines

                                                                                                                          12 reviews

                                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                                          12 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                          We had an early reservation at 5PM prior to a Civic Center performance. I will say up front our server, Emily was great. She was very knowledgeable about the food prep and made excellent suggestions. The food was absolutely 5 stars. The preparation and presentation were top notch. I had Sea Bass pan seared, and asparagus, with a side of Lobster Mac & Cheese. My wife had Norwegian Salmon Char Grilled with mashed sweet potatoes and green beans. Everything was perfect. The wine list was very good with nice choices. The Pino Grigio was perfect with the Sea Bass. Emily's recommendation for the other drinks was a perfect match. All that said, why only 4 Star review? We have been to this fine restaurant multiple times over many years. It appears nothing has been done to update the facility. After 20+ years the red leather chairs are worn and scarred. Two of our chairs were loose enough to seriously be a potential cause of injury when they eventually break.

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                                                                                                                        7. Larry

                                                                                                                          Des Moines

                                                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 31 January 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                          Beautiful location to watch show at Civic Center. My wife had the Sake shrimp and I had the pan-seared sturgeon special. All was cooked perfectly and plated beautifully. It's a little pricey, especially for Iowa, but the food is on par with the best restaurants anywhere.

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                                                                                                                        8. KIM

                                                                                                                          South Dakota

                                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 12 January 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                          We've had really good experiences at Splash but last night was disappointing. I got the chefs special $70pp which seemed high but wanted to try the dover sole fish. The starter was scallops which sounded good and they were ok but the very tiny ones. The entree actually tasted exactly like the starter so that was disappointing as well. We also waited almost 15 min to get out drink order.

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                                                                                                                        9. Paul

                                                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 1 January 2025

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                          Just wonderful!!! Service was excellent and food was top notch. It really was a great dining experience. Our first time there but hopefully not our last.

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                                                                                                                        10. Dan

                                                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                                                          Phoenix

                                                                                                                          29 reviews

                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                          29 reviews

                                                                                                                          Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                          Great food and service as usual! Danny served us well.

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                                                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                                                        Splash Seafood Bar and Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 244-5686.

                                                                                                                        Splash Seafood Bar and Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 1954 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                                                        10:30 pm
                                                                                                                        Booked 7 times today

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                                                                                                                        Google Map for Splash Seafood Bar and Grill

                                                                                                                        303 Locust St., Des Moines, IA 50309

                                                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                                                          3rd & Locust
                                                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                                                          Downtown Des Moines
                                                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                          Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                                                          Seafood, Steak
                                                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                                                          Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                                                          Smart Casual
                                                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                                                          Free street parking after 9pm or park in the public ramp adjacent to the building which is accessible from 4th Street.
                                                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                                                          AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                          Dominic Iannarelli
                                                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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