Francie's Grill - Des Moines

American, Cheese, Sandwiches

Francie's Grill

★ 4.6 / 5 (1947 reviews)

Nestled in the heart of Des Moines, this vibrant bar and grill has become a beloved local staple, likened to the Cheers of the area. Offering a diverse menu that tantalizes the taste buds, patrons rave about everything from the inventive Ruthie beer to the crowd-pleasing pasta salad, flavorful melts, and mouthwatering burgers. The inviting atmosphere, complemented by friendly service, ensures that guests enjoy a memorable dining experience, whether sitting on the lovely patio or inside. While it can get busy, the food and drinks—especially the signature margarita and refreshing mules—are well worth any wait.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Julie

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★ 4.6 / 5 from 1947 reviews

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What a fantastic spot! The atmosphere is amazing, further enhanced by the friendly staff and incredible food. They always have a great selection of beer on tap. It's definitely a place you shouldn't miss if you're on the south side of DSM! View all feedback.

Kole

27.04.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great service and food. We had the Italian sausage sandwich and the steak and pepper sandwich. Both were excellent!

Mekhi

27.04.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had an incredible experience at this place. It was my first time there and our waitress was exceptionally friendly. Despite it being close to closing time (which we were unaware of), they served us promptly. The nachos we ordered were generously topped and the drinks were fantastic. I tried the Mulberry mule and it was delicious. I would rate this bar 11 out of 10 and would definitely visit again.

Marty

27.04.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I really enjoy coming to this restaurant. This time we got to sit on the terrace which was lovely! Our server, Lauri, was fantastic. We always love it when she takes care of us. She recommended a lime martini that I had never tried before, and it was fantastic - like dessert in a glass. I also tried the cucumber appetizer, which was refreshing. We decided to try something different this time and went with the Queso Dip with added Italian sausage - this was a game changer and now a must-have for us every time we come! I usually have my chicken Philly sandwich with paprika, honey mustard, and ranch for dipping - the honey mustard is especially delicious with my sandwich and fries. My partner had the turkey sandwich with loaded fries, and everything was amazing as always!