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An artist‑run venue near Drake booking indie, jazz, and global tours alongside local showcases. Its robust 2025 schedule across major ticket platforms underscores xBk’s role as a key stage in the scene.
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Intimate live music venue with great sound and friendly staff
1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311 Get directions
$10–20
Bar · Des Moines
Craft cocktails, homemade bites, and a unique patio
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Restaurant · Des Moines
Upscale dining with on-site garden, extensive wine cellar, and inventive dishes
Brewery with comfort food, craft beer, and patio seating
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Casual drinking spot with friendly bartenders, karaoke, and pool
American restaurant · Des Moines
Creative Mediterranean dishes & wood-fired pizza w/ happy hour
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Chef-driven diner serving comfort food with farm-fresh ingredients
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Pizza restaurant · Des Moines
Asian fusion pizza & tiki cocktails, crab rangoon pie
Chicago-style deep dish & thin-crust pizza, pasta, sandwiches
Chinese restaurant · Des Moines
Huge portions, amazing food, top-notch service, best crab rangoon
Cocktail bar · Des Moines
Craft cocktails, wine, champagne, small bites, chocolate