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Opened Oct 4, 2025
American
Rated 5.0 out of 5 on Google
1975 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 117, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
New Restaurants in Des Moines
Places that opened across Des Moines and its suburbs in the past year, and the ones announced or opening soon. Each links to its own page with the address, hours and menu details we have.
Recently opened (1)
Opening soon (12)
Opening September 2026$$
American (Breakfast/Lunch)
From the owners of Oak Park. Relaxed, sun-filled breakfast-and-lunch café serving grain bowls, scrambles, sandwiches, salads and seasonal baked goods. Focus on wholesome, ingredient-driven fare with espresso drinks, teas and fresh juices. Includes small market.
4001 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA
Opening April 2027$$
Bar
Recently announced plans to demolish Joes Crab Shack and to build a Yard House. Plans still need to be approved by the West Des Moines Development and Planning Council
130 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Opening soon$$
American
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google
32513 Ute Ave, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Opening 2026$
Café (Coffee Shop)
From Michael LaValle and LaValle Hospitality Group. Bright, modern coffee shop designed for all-day traffic. Spotlights pastries from Doré Bakery with fresh sandwiches, salads and grab-and-go options. Warm, contemporary space with natural light and high-quality coffee drinks.
The Meridian, 7001 Westown Parkway, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA
Opening Spring 2026$
Mexican/Southwestern
First Des Moines metro location opening soon, mentioned in related articles.
Des Moines metro, IA
Announced$
Italian
Rated 4.4 out of 5 on Google
769 SE Alice's Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Announced$$
BBQ
Rated 4.3 out of 5 on Google
1225 Copper Creek Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, USA
Opening soon$$Des Moines
Mexican
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google
428 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Opening 2027$$
Japanese (Sushi)
National conveyor-belt sushi chain in former Panera Bread space. Tech-driven dining with plates gliding past and digital ordering system delivering via automated track. Traditional nigiri, inventive sushi items, ramen and desserts. Collectible prizes for hitting plate counts. Family-friendly.
Jordan Creek Town Center, 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA
Announced, not confirmed (10)
The announced date or season has passed and we have no record of an opening yet.
Announced for May 15, not confirmed$
Café (Boba Tea/Desserts)
Woman-owned café specializing in tea, dessert drinks and grab-and-go treats. Offers tropical-inspired boba tea, milk teas, fruit teas, smoothies, fresh sugar cane drinks, shaved ice cream and croffles (croissant-waffle hybrid) topped with fresh fruit.
2726 Douglas Ave., Des Moines, IA
Announced for Apr 29, not confirmed$$
Korean
Bonchon means "my hometown" in Korean. True to its original roots, Bonchon is a family-friendly establishment, offering an affordable casual dining experience along with a lively atmosphere. Bonchon's unique Signature Korean Fried Chicken and Asian Fusion dishes keeps Bonchon lovers craving for more. Join us! We are known for our crunchy double-fried chicken, signature sauces, and Korean comfort food.
6880 EP True Pkwy Unit 104, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
Announced for Mar 31, not confirmed$
Chinese (Cantonese)
Longtime Des Moines institution known for authentic Cantonese-style barbecue, flavorful roast duck, roast pork by the pound, fried rice, lo mein and comforting noodle soups. Signature rotisserie-style duck available whole or half. Original location at 1600 Second Ave.
2831 Douglas Ave., Des Moines, IA
Announced for Mar 31, not confirmed$$
American (Casual)
Casual, community-minded restaurant in Norwalk Central district built to serve game-day crowds, travelers and Norwalk residents. Located near SportsPlex and Fieldhouse.
804 Main St., Norwalk, IA
Announced October 2025, not confirmed$$
Korean Fried Chicken
Rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google
Unfussy food hall with counter-serve eateries for breakfast & lunch staples such as burgers & tacos.
700 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Announced 2025, not confirmed
American
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google
3022 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
Announced 2025, not confirmed
Coffee
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google
1534 E Grand Ave Suite D, Des Moines, IA 50316, USA
Announced summer 2025, not confirmed$$Des Moines
Cocktail Bar & Food
Rated 1.0 out of 5 on Google
3610 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA IA 50313, USA
Announced September 2025, not confirmed$$
New American
Rated 5.0 out of 5 on Google
208 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Announced September 2025, not confirmed$$
American
Rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google
3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50322, USA
Marked new, opening date not recorded (4)
These were flagged as new openings without a date, so we can't say how recent they are.
American, Coffee
Rated 5.0 out of 5 on Google
223 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Pizza
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google
Low-key, family-run strip-mall pizzeria baking NYC- and Sicilian-style slices and pies.
165 S Jordan Creek Pkwy Suite 160, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
Bakery
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google
772 W Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
Bakery
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google
9500 University Ave Suite 2105, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA