Restaurants near Octagon Center for the Arts

43 restaurants available nearby

1. Noir

4.7

Exceptional(104)

Price: Moderate

• Lounge • Ames

Booked 4 times today

Noir is a prohibition-themed bar dedicated to bringing the class of the roaring 20s back to the present day. At Noir, guests enjoy signature cocktails, friendly staff, and live music from local musicians.

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2. Red Lobster - Ames

4.4

Awesome(15)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Ames

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4.8

Exceptional(1162)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clive

Booked 113 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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4. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

4.8

Exceptional(3166)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Des Moines

Booked 25 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, enjoy beautiful views and excellent customer service at 801 Chophouse. We value our guests and want to give you the best dining experience possible. Our restaurant has only prime USDA steaks, paired with innovative side dishes and an award-winning wine selection from around the world to create an upscale dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Iowa. 801 Chophouse is the premier steakhouse in Des Moines and even offers private dining room options. Book a reservation online or via phone today.

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5. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

4.7

Exceptional(773)

Price: Moderate

• American • Des Moines

Booked 45 times today

The Stuffed Olive is about the entire “Martini & Tapas Experience.” From your favorite classics to new and exciting blends you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find a cocktail to love on our vast martini menu. Add a warm, comfortable atmosphere, great wines, beers and top-shelf spirits, and The Stuffed Olive will become your favorite place to start, end or spend your entire evening. Our tapas menu offers appetizer-sized portions of globally influenced entrees, for a sampling and sharing dining experience. Pair tasty tapas with your favorite martini for happy hour, dinner or a late-night snack. We welcome you to sit back, relax, enjoy great food, good conversation and your favorite martini. Welcome to the Stuffed Olive!

6. Fresko

4.8

Exceptional(1176)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Des Moines

Booked 31 times today

“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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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

4.5

Awesome(831)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 49 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in West Des Moines, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been recognized as the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner and 2024 Wine Spectator's award recipient, a testament to its commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

8. Eatery A

4.7

Exceptional(536)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 41 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

9. Proudfoot & Bird

4.7

Exceptional(675)

Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Des Moines

Booked 19 times today

Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private areas available, seating eight and ten guests respectfully.

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10. Destination Grille

4.7

Exceptional(369)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Grimes

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to Destination Grille. A contemporary, upscale yet casual restaurant that reminds us of travels and destinations around the globe. We are an experience like non-other! Please join us Monday through Saturday from 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-8pm. Don't forget to join us for a night cap Fridays and Saturdays, our bars remain open until 11pm on both levels! We have a lot of options with a fabulous ambience on each level, but it can be overwhelming your first time, please call if you have any questions!

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AdrianW
Iowa •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always wonderful dinner. Our server was very helpful and very knowledgeable about pairing what wine with what me and suggesting different different things to try.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive
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4.8
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KEVIN
Iowa •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
A group of 4 people and all had a great time. Our server Jeffery took great care of us. Great job. We always expect great from Stuffed Olive and are always never disappointed. We will be back again.
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The Stuffed Olive - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• American• Des Moines
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4.7
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Sadie
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
My fiancé and I were out tonight to celebrate our engagement and exactly 11 months until our wedding day. Every single staff member was excellent and our waiter, CJ, really went above and beyond to help us celebrate. Not only that but we had the best drinks, appetizers, steaks, and soufflé that you can get in the Midwest. We were amazed by everything and can easily say that the experience was worth every penny.
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801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines
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4.8
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BradleyB
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2024
Flatbread pizza was awesome! Service outstanding. We were there early so not busy at all. Bet it's a cool place to be when a smokin' little jazz band is playing!
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NoirPrice: Moderate• Lounge• Ames
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4.7
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Iowa •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2021
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Red Lobster - AmesPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Ames
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4.4

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. Noir

2. Red Lobster - Ames

3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4. 801 Chophouse – Des Moines

5. The Stuffed Olive - Des Moines

6. Fresko

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

8. Eatery A

9. Proudfoot & Bird

10. Destination Grille

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