Aposto

4.8

913 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

For parties of 7 or more guests, please call the Aposto Team to explore options for custom group dinning.

A P O S T O is a Des Moines restaurant located in a Century Old Victorian Mansion a few blocks west of Downtown in the Historic Sherman Hill Neighborhood District. We are chef-driven, source from as many local partners as possible and have a stellar wine cellar, limited cocktails, brews and one of the most genuine staff you will have upon your visit.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, European, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(515) 244-1353
Website
http://www.apostodm.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Shawn Bennigsdorf
Private party facilities
Aposto specializes in private events. Email us at events@apostodm.com to learn more.

Location
644 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
Neighborhood
Des Moines
Cross street
Woodland Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Cardini$9.00
romaine | caesar dressing | toasted romano | panko | tomato
Insalata$7.00
romaine | tomato | red onion | cucumber | garlic-fennel vinaigrette | bread crumbs
Zuppa$10.00
cucumber gazpacho | calabrian oil | lime | pepper mousse
Asparagus Salad$12.00
anchovie vinairgrette | radish | basil | ricotta salata
Pizza Fritta$14.00
taleggio cream sauce | mozzarella | prosciutto | pickled apricots
Nanee's Polenta Cakes$10.00
tomato & zucchini ragu | italian parsley | romano
Mussels$16.00
white wine | ground fennel | garlic | shallots | cream | crostini
Charcuterie
house paté | pickled vegetable | calabrian olives | meat & cheese selections | crostini
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Main

Osso Bucco$35.00
braised lamb | gremolata | red pepper risotto | tomato ragu
Conft Chicken$30.00
fngerling potatoes | rainbow carrots | rosemary pan sauce
Gnocchi$29.00
chive dumplings | savory zabaglione | shaved parm | crispy guanciale
Lemmo's Cavatelli$22.00
marinara | house calabrian sausage | romano | ground fennel
Triangoli$32.00
squid ink pasta | crab flling | zucchini | lemon | mascarpone | browned butter

Sweet

Chocolate Torte$10.00
peanut butter mousse | amaretto | poached cherries | port reduction
Lavender Cake$10.00
orange butter cream | house jam | grandma lila's garden mint
Crème Brulee$11.00
calabrian fennel | candied fennel seed | olive oil | mint
House-Made Ice Cream$9.00
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What 913 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

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913 Reviews

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NancyA
Des Moines
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed my birthday on the porch during restaurant week. The menu offering was delicious. One of my favorite restaurants!
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VisitingConference
Des Moines
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited Aposto during Restaurant Week and had a lovely 3 course dinner. We both had the the short rib for the first course- absolutely tender and delicious! For the second course, one ordered the salmon and the other ordered the pasta dish. We shared both and found both to be absolutely delicious! Of special note was the tomato and bread salad that came with the salmon. I have always hesitated to order a “bread salad” but I will order it anytime I have the chance going forward- delicious! We both had the chocolate peanut butter torte for dessert and were not disappointed! A great chocolate fix to end a great meal. Aposto is a wonderful place for a quiet dinner for two. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, the background music is just right, and the wine and food never disappoints.
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LeslieR
Des Moines
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and drinks were amazing! However, the chicken, not so much. My friend and I each ordered the chicken breast, and it was so dry. It was almost hard to swallow. Others at the table had the lamb and loved it. I still will be back!!! Amazing service!!!
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Livvy
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to have a great meal. The service was the best.
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Kara
Des Moines
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing. My only small complaint is that my dish had a pretty small serving so as it was absolutely delicious it wasn’t the most filling. The chocolate torte is out of this world and our server was very knowledgeable and helpful!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous meal! Our server (Shannon) was amazing, the atmosphere was superb, the old house it is in just gives it so much character. We had so much good food. The lamb took first place for the best. If you are in Des Moines you NEED to eat here.
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Arch
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful evening in a beautiful setting out on the porch. Service prompt and attentive. And the food is perfectly prepared. It will linger in memory for years.
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jenrip30
Des Moines
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our visit so much. It was my boyfriend’s first time at Aposto. The food, the service - everything was wonderful and delicious. Great evening.
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John
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect spot for a special occasion. We asked for a romantic table and they delivered.
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OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cute and fabulous place to celebrate a special occasion. I was celebrating my green card holder and I had the bone marrow. I will add pictures. The food was amazing. The weather and the service was perfect.
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Aposto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 244-1353.

Aposto is rated 4.8 stars by 913 OpenTable diners.

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

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644 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Additional information

Cross street
Woodland Ave
Neighborhood
Des Moines
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, European, Contemporary American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Shawn Bennigsdorf
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.apostodm.com/
Phone number
(515) 244-1353
Private party facilities
Aposto specializes in private events. Email us at events@apostodm.com to learn more.

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Aposto

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Menu

Small

Cardini$9.00

Insalata$7.00

Zuppa$10.00

Asparagus Salad$12.00

Pizza Fritta$14.00

Nanee's Polenta Cakes$10.00

Mussels$16.00

Charcuterie

Main

Osso Bucco$35.00

Conft Chicken$30.00

Gnocchi$29.00

Lemmo's Cavatelli$22.00

Triangoli$32.00

Sweet

Chocolate Torte$10.00

Lavender Cake$10.00

Crème Brulee$11.00

House-Made Ice Cream$9.00

What 913 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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How is Aposto restaurant rated?

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