A.K. O'Connors
Bar is now open!
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216

Amici Espresso website
Amici Espresso is in your Downtown neighborhood where you can sit, relax and sip a bold cup of espresso with your friends.
206 6th Ave. see map
(515) 288-1492

Azalea Restaurant & Lounge website
Contemporary American cuisine with Mediterranean and Asian influences featuring locally grown, seasonal foods from Owner/Chef Jeremy Morrow.
400 Walnut see map
(515) 288-9606

CC Taft and Company
Enjoy cocktails and live music in an upscale atmosphere!
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216

Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Co. website
Stop in today to experience our award-winning cuisine, highly quaffable beer in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.
309 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-2739

Dos Rios website
Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a casual, cosmopolitan setting. Private party rooms available.
316 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-2995

el Bait Shop website
105 beers on tap and delicious mexican cuisine.
200 S.W. 2nd St. see map
(515) 284-1970

Food Chain Cafe website
While you feed your mind with activities and experiments at SCI, feed your body with a snack or meal from The Food Chain Cafe.
401 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy see map
(515) 274-6868

Hessen Haus website
Traditional German food and 20 Authentic German beers on tap.
101 4th St. see map
(515) 288-2520

High Life Lounge
Located close to Principal Park, the bar's deck is a popular pre-game meet-up spot, with Old Style on tap and cans for $2.
200 SW 2nd St. see map
(515) 280-1965

Java Joe's Coffeehouse website
Coffee beans roasted daily so your order is fresh. We also have vegetarian items and Indian dishes on the menu.
214 4th St. see map
(515) 288-5282

Johnny's Hall of Fame Sports Bar website
Traditional American fare at reasonable prices in a sporty, down home atmosphere.
302 Court Ave. see map
(515) 280-6679

Liars Club website
Des Moines' best party bar incorporating elements of Pub, Rock Bar, Club Energy and Lounge Cool.
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 237-5427

People's Court website
Stop by our bar and hear your favorite bands. Purchase tickets at www.iowatix.com.
216 Court Ave. 3rd Floor see map
(515) 255-5216

Sbrocco website
Where friends come together to enjoy the best things in life: great wine, incredible food and the best company in an informal, yet sophisticated setting.
208 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-3663

Shorty's Bar
Downtown's speakeasy bar in the basement of Sbrocco.
202 Court - Lower Level see map
(515) 286-4950

Something Italian website
Enjoy our fresh, made-daily sandwiches, pasta and pizza, located just above the Kirkwood Commons Lobby.
400 Walnut see map
(515) 243-2928

Spaghetti Works website
Located in Historic Court Avenue District. Family-oriented, casual atmosphere and quality pasta entrees.
310 Court Ave. see map
(515) 243-2195

The Lift website
Check our website for our daily martini, wine, and beer specials.
222 Fourth St. see map
(515) 288-3777

The Royal Mile
British pub food, including our signature fish and chips.
210 4th St. see map
(515) 280-3771

Vaudeville Mews website
Bar/cabaret theater with a little bit of everything, including live theater, indie rock, indie film and improv comedy.
212 Fourth St. see map
(515) 243-3270

Zen Sushi & Noodle Bar website
Delicious sushi and Japanese noodle bowls - located in the historic Kirkwood Hotel.
400 Walnut St see map
(515) 288-9637

101 Lounge
Now open for lunch and dinner featuring Thai BBQ Chicken, Ribs and Beef Sa-te, Pepper Steak. Be sure to check out our patio!
101 3rd Street see map
(515) 283-1014

Chianti
This Court District restaurant serves a variety of Italian, American and Mexian food. Open Mondays - Saturdays.
207 Fourth Street see map
(515) 288-3880

Iowa Cub Club website
Open weekdays for breakfast and lunch. American favorites with daily specials. Easy access from downtown. Free parking. Great ballpark view.
350 SW 1st St. see map
(515) 243-6825

Legends American Grill website
Fabulous American Cuisine from half-pound burgers to Legends signature steaks and pastas.
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216

Pasticceria
Gourmet pastas, pizzas and sandwiches. Pasticceria also offers wine and coffee drinks in a contemporary atmosphere.
215 4th St. see map
(515) 288-3151

Subway website
Serving fresh, great tasting, made-for-you sandwiches and salads, many of which have 6 grams of fat or less.
555 Walnut see map
(515) 283-1339