Baratta's
- Neighborhood: Des Moines Metro
- 2320 S. Union St.
- Des Moines, IA 50315
- 515-243-5324
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
This family-owned restaurant boasts a full menu made completely from scratch. Their south-side location used to be the residence of the Baratta family, but now has four separate dining rooms in which they serve homemade Italian and American meals and desserts, including their seafood genovese, cavatelli, mostaciolli, and chicken parmesan. Baratta's offers off-site liquor catering and has a banquet menu with ample meal options, such as the filet mignon, baked lasagna and fettuccine alfredo, to keep the guests of your special soiree satisfied.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- South Union Street and Kirkwood Avenue
- Parking:
- Free Lot
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday; 4 p.m -11 p.m. Saturday; 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Sunday
- Cuisine:
- Pizza and Italian
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Reservations accepted but not required
- Dress Code:
- Business Casual and Anything Goes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar, Beer, and Wine
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Pizzeria
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Area Classic
- Live Music:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Moderate
- Features:
- Delivery, Online Menu, and Takeout/Carryout
- Average Drink Price:
- $4
- Worth Noting:
- Food specialties: Prime rib on Thursday, daily luncheon and dinner specials
- Payment Methods:
- Checks Accepted, Major Credit Cards, and Cash
- Capacity:
- 140- Restaurant, 65- Lounge
- Delivery:
- Yes
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"Not my favorite family owned Italian-but good "
By MegF from West Des Moines , August 25, 2009
Barattas was a pleasant dining experience. If I had the choice, I would pick Tumeas or Latin King over it, but it was still a good meal. I had thei...
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"It's okay"
By digdeeperfornews from North Burb, September 19, 2008
I've lived in DM for about 6 years and never made it over to Barattas. I finally went this week and although it's good food, I would not rate this...
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"Baratta's Restaurant"
By coolhike from southside, September 2, 2008
Baratta's restaurant serves a great variety of food, to an even bigger variety of patrons. I have always felt confident that I could take my famil...
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