Captain Roy's

I have been here three times, most recently on September 5. It's such a fun place for a drink on a Friday afternoon. Awesome setting, great food, good outdoor vibes. We will definitely be back!!

Typical bar food and service a little slow but always busy when I'm there. It is a super fun and unique hangout. Lots of great music. They sponsor fund raisers, car shows, etc. Fun to sit beside the river with great friends and a drink listening to talented local and regional music.

I've lived in Des Moines most of my life and I've driven by this little place more times than I can count, and never thought much of it. Apparently I've been missing out! My wife and I got invited to go see a live cover band and not only was the band immaculate, shout-out to Suade, but so were the vibes. Everyone was really nice and welcoming, the drinks were well poured and the food was delivered, even outside, with a smile and well wishes. We got some french fries and ranch to share and they were too good! It can be a little intimidating as a lesbian couple to enter new spaces but we were assured that we were welcomed with open arms and were encouraged to be ourselves. Will definitely be coming back here!

This Italian eggrolls was fire! I’ve never heard of it before so I was intrigued. I’m definitely a patio person and I love being by the water. Music is always good. 10/10

I had high hopes for this place but was more than disappointed with the service I received. The bartender was extremely rude and when asked a drinking suggestion was told - I dont know. Tried ordering food but was told kitchen closed early that day. I was however completely impressed with the environment and other customers. I loved the vibe of the outdoor area & the fun crowd of bike riders. Everyone seemed to be having alot of fun. I gave a 1 out 5 stars for the poor service. 1 out 5 stars for kitchen closing early. 5 out of 5 stars for outdoor area & fun crowd of bike riders. I would go and try out Captain Roy's a second time due to the good vibes.

We visited Captain Roy's Saturday evening during an outdoor concert. The band(Suede) was great and this review is no reflection of their performance. We arrived about 20 minutes before music started. We ordered drinks and appetizers from the outdoor bar. We were given a table number so runners could find us. An hour went by, no food. When hours two came and went without the arrival of food, I canceled the order. The bartender tried to talk me out of canceling admitting avg food times were at 1.5 hours. I understand the place is packed and they were very busy, but 1.5 hours is unacceptable TAT, especially for apps. I've never waited that long for food anywhere. If we weren't there for the music I'd never have waited the 2 hours before saying something. If we ever go again, we'll be eating first.

Nice environment, great atmosphere but the sodas are watered down like really watered down, food took 55 mins we ordered poppers, fish and chips and chicken tenders. Leave the coleslaw alone, pasta was good. They send a young man out on an scavenger hunt to find your number instead of calling it out to come and get it especially when there is a ton of people he is very sweet, poor guy. Regardless the staff is nice and friendly.

The outdoor setup is very casual and open. The canopies outside are a nice touch and provide extra shade during the hot summer months. A pontoon boat turned into a music stage is setup for bands to play, also outside, set up right next to the water at the entrance to the small Birdland Marina. The indoor bar itself is small but with the amount of room outside it really doesn't matter. A full bar inside with a nice selection of familiar domestic beers and regional microbrews. I will go back again for other bands or events, because overall it is a pretty cool place, and with it being right on the water there really isn't a lot of places around the area like that. Adult recess was the theme last night and it was pretty darn busy!!! I could see that being a regular thing there. It was my first time attending that event. A little more help serving drinks and a better method of getting drinks to customers would make things go a little more smoothly.