Chef's Kitchen - Drake - Des Moines, IA 50310 | Metromix Des Moines

Chef's Kitchen

1 1/2 1.7 from 52 ratings


Neighborhood: Drake
1903 Beaver Ave.

Des Moines, IA 50310
515-255-4411
Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)

Datebook Diner: Cozy Chef's Kitchen feels like home
Chef's Kitchen
Smoked BBQ ribs. (Bill Neibergall/The Register)
The first thing one sees is a huge jar filled with homemade chocolate chip cookies. The cookies are free. It's emblematic of the whole joint, of its homey, casual comfort, of its welcome, of its caring for its customers. The space is small with a roomy feel, thanks to huge windows that warm the space with late afternoon light.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
Beaver and Franklin Avenues
Parking:
On Site
Wheelchair Access:
Yes

The Basics

Hours:
5-10 p.m. Monday through Saturday; closed Sunday.
Cuisine:
Barbecue and American
Price Range:
$$$ ($16-$25)
Dress Code:
Anything Goes
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No

Features

Atmosphere and Personality:
Laid Back Casual
Live Music:
Yes
Noise Level:
Moderate
Features:
Takeout/Carryout and Kids Menu
Worth Noting:
Food specialties: Steaks and pasta
Payment Methods:
Major Credit Cards and Cash
Capacity:
55

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2


"Never Again"

By MeowMeow from Drake, November 7, 2009

The place was packed when we got there so we thought we were in for a good meal. Boy, were we wrong. We had the fried pickles as an appetizer. ...

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5


"A regular stop"

By mcelrath from Beaverdale, September 26, 2009

Chef's Kitchen is a regular stop for me - 3-4 times a month at least. Their menu is wide ranging and their specials - frequently fish-centered are...

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5


"The best little restaurant no one has ever heard of..."

By penguins_fly from Windsor Heights, January 14, 2009

Chef's Kitchen is really a diamond in the rough, it is locally owned, has excellent food and is reasonalby priced. Located in Beaverdale chef's kit...

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