Waveland Cafe

Cafe · Des Moines

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"As one guest told me, Waveland’s food is meant to fill up hungry people, not to put on Instagram. Nevertheless, this diner is the go-to stop for politicians in Des Moines — one wall is covered with signatures of presidential hopefuls." - Gary He

Des Moines’s Best Restaurants, According to 2020 Campaign Operatives - Eater
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4708 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 Get directions

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