Carl's Place - Downtown - Des Moines, IA 50309 | Metromix Des Moines

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4.6 from 7 ratings

Neighborhood: Downtown
1620 Woodland Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50309
515-243-9727
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Carl's Place
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Carl's Place is one of the better-known dive bars in the area. During the day, the bar is home to regulars, but at night, the downtown crowd steps in. There ain't much to look at when it comes to Carl's, the kind of place that doesn't even bother with a sign out front.
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"I love Carl's!"

By kevbot9000, February 4, 2012

Hands down, the most interesting mix of people gather at Carl's. Not sure if it's considered a 'dive' bar, because it's actually a very popular pla...

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"If you aren't a regular- you should be! "

By girasol9476, September 24, 2008

Carl's place is a great place to go and relax and have a good time without feeling any pressure to impress anyone. The bartenders aren't always ver...

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"My Second Home!"

By Philby, August 5, 2008

Carl's place is by far my favorite neighborhood dive bar in Des Moines...although I'm slightly biased since its in my neighborhood and I'm a regula...

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Atmosphere and Personality
Bar Scene, Bustling, Dive, and Laid Back Casual
ATM
Yes
Live Music
Yes
Games
Pool Tables, Darts, and Video Games
Noise Level
Moderate
Food
Appetizers Snacks
Internet Access
yes
Features
Dancing, Jukebox, and Karaoke
Average Drink Price
$4
Worth Noting
Televisions: 9
Payment Methods
Checks Accepted, Major Credit Cards, and Cash
Cross Streets
16th Street and Woodland Avenue
Parking
On Site

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