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Star Bar

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Neighborhood: Ingersoll Avenue

2811 Ingersoll Ave.

Des Moines, IA 50312

515-244-0790

http://www.starbardsm.com/

Price range: $$ ($9-$15)

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Datebook Diner: Star Bar still shines brightly

Editorial Juice Review: Star Bar

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Star Bar is part trendy nightspot and part casual after-work hangout. Some patrons dress up and order fancy small plates such as edamame and sesame crusted tuna alongside specialty martinis while others come in jeans and snack on hot wings and beer. Big plates, such as stellar blackened catfish tacos, burgers and sandwiches, are also available. The martini list includes an espressotini with stoli vanilla and coffee liqueur, a chocolate Strawberry martini and a dirty blue with blue cheese-stuffed olives. Star Bar also has 12 beers on tap and 20 more in bottles. Sleek booths and art from the Moberg Gallery take the atmosphere a step up from a sports bar.

Getting There

Cross Streets:: Ingersoll Avenue and 28th Street

Parking:: Available

Wheelchair Access:: Yes

The Basics

Hours:: Kitchen: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Bar: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily

Price Range:: $$ ($9-$15)

Reservations:: Reservations accepted but not required

Dress Code:: Anything Goes

Alcohol:: Full Bar

Smoking:: No

Bar Style:: Neighborhood

Features

Atmosphere and Personality:: Bustling, Trendy, and Upscale

Live Music:: Yes

Noise Level:: Moderate

Features:: Kids Menu, Online Menu, and Takeout/Carryout

Average Drink Price:: $7 for martinis, $3.50 for beers

Worth Noting:: Appetizers served until midnight. Brunch served Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Food specialties: Upscale American food. Choose a small plate, salad, burger or entree.
Televisions: 3

Payment Methods:: Checks Accepted, Major Credit Cards, and Cash

Capacity:: 175

Outdoor Seating:: Yes

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"I need to go here more often!"

By MegF from West Des Moines , April 26, 2009

I think Star Bar was exactly was the Ingersoll bar scene needed-something modern and classy. Ingersoll has some fabulous dive bars and funky hangou...

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