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Sandwich smackdown

Sandwich smackdown

We reviewed 16 of the best. Now it's up to you

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Four to Try: Unique nachos

Four to Try: Unique nachos

It turns out nachos can be much more than just cheese and jalapenos

Explore the world of dim sum

Explore the world of dim sum

The Cantonese practice with small plates is available at two spots

Food face-off: Grilled vs. fried chicken

Food face-off: Grilled vs. fried chicken

Fried and crispy or grilled and juicy?

4 to try: cool treats

4 to try: cool treats

Hot day? Cool down with these four yummy treats

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mia1981 commented on Sandwich smackdown

I third that, The Continental in the east village is by far one of Des Moines best restaurants. Fresh, fast and always delicious san...

hipsterette commented on Sandwich smackdown

I totally agree. The Blackened Tilapia sandwich from Continental is awesome. One of the hidden gems in DSM

dsmdrink commented on Sandwich smackdown

Don't know which category it fits, but I vote for the Blackened Tilapia Sandwhich from The Continental.

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Felix & Oscar’s Cheese Topper pizza has more toppings, less crust

Felix & Oscar’s Cheese Topper pizza has more toppings, less crust

When extra cheese isn't enough

Behind the scenes: Sbrocco

Behind the scenes: Sbrocco

We stepped back into Sbrocco's cozy kitchen for a look at how Andrew Meek prepares a seasonal social plate

Four to Try: Unique nachos

Four to Try: Unique nachos

It turns out nachos can be much more than just cheese and jalapenos

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First Look: Eastern Sushi Hibachi Buffet

First Look: Eastern Sushi Hibachi Buffet

Sophia Ahmad | Special To Metromix

More than 100 options abound at Eastern Sushi Hibachi Buffet

Buzzard Billy's returns

Buzzard Billy's returns 1

Joe Lawler | Metromix

Fans of crappy beer night and Cajun food rejoice

First Look: Oddfellows Burger Kitchen and Cocktail Lounge

First Look: Oddfellows Burger Kitchen and Cocktail Lounge

By Jess Knight | Metromix

A funky new spot for PBR appetizers, peanut butter pasta and grilled cheese burgers

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2011 Top 100 Restaurants: the winners

2011 Top 100 Restaurants: the winners 9

You voted. See who topped the Top 100 list

Des Moines sushi guide

Des Moines sushi guide 1

Even here in land-locked central Iowa, your options for sushi are many

Perk Up: Central Iowa coffee guide

Perk Up: Central Iowa coffee guide 2

A mini ‘best-of’ roundup of spots every coffee junkie should visit and more

Beer city: the best beer bars in central Iowa

Beer city: the best beer bars in central Iowa

Central Iowa is home to dozens of bars offering myriad options for the beer adicionado

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 1, CENTRO

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 1, CENTRO 2

The downtown Italian restaurant once again shot to the front of our Top 100 Restaurants poll

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 2, Tursi's Latin King

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 2, Tursi's Latin King 2

Latin King, a pillar on the east side for food and service, was voted the second-best restaurant in central Iowa again

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 3, Django

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 3, Django 1

Accessible gourmet French food takes third in Top 100 Restaurants

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 4, Goldie's

Top 100 Restaurants: No. 4, Goldie's

Famous for breaded tenderloins and homemade baked goods, Goldie's is a small-town staple

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Daily dining deals

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