Sam & Gabe's Italian Bistro - Des Moines Metro - Urbandale, IA 50322 | Metromix Des Moines

Sam & Gabe's Italian Bistro

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1 1/2
Ambiance
2 1/2
Food
1 1/2
Service
2 1/2
Value
1
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1.4 from 100 ratings

Neighborhood: Des Moines Metro
8631 Hickman Road
Urbandale, IA 50322
515-271-9200
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Sam & Gabe's Italian Bistro
Penne al Forno. (Arturo Fernandez/Juice)
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The kitchen here has made many loyal friends during the years. But the lounge at Sam & Gabe's Italian Bistro might be one of the best-kept secrets in the metro. Sophisticated without being stuffy, the lounge is roomy with an 11-seat bar and 15 tables. What makes Sam & Gabe's so authentically Italian is the veal dishes that are a menu fixture.
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"Disappointing"

By MaverickTI, August 3, 2012

Ouch. I hate to slam a place like this but really there's not much more than I could do. I bought a Groupon several weeks ago and remembered th...

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"The Price is NOT Right"

By mca1940, August 24, 2011

I hate to be a food snob, but after my dinner on Saturday evening, I've reserved the right. My husband decided to try Sam and Gabes after purchasi...

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"Pretention will get you nowhere"

By rthoreson5432630, July 16, 2011

VERY disappointing visit to Sam and Gabe's tonight. We got there at 5:30 and the pretentious man guarding the entry pointed to the half-empty dini...

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Bar Style
Neighborhood
Atmosphere and Personality
Cozy, Romantic, and Upscale
Live Music
Yes
Noise Level
Moderate
Features
Kids Menu, Online Menu, and Takeout/Carryout
Average Drink Price
$6
Worth Noting
Food specialties: Specializes in steaks and seafood. New feature is the more casual lounge menu, featuring pizzas, chicken fingers, and more ranging from $8-$16.
Televisions: 1
Payment Methods
Checks Accepted, Major Credit Cards, and Cash
Capacity
166
Cross Streets
86th Street and Hickman Road
Parking
Free Lot
Wheelchair Access
Yes

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