Unless you go to a big city, most Indian restaurants look like dives. That being said, any caucasian American can make Indian dishes with my simple tips.
Top CR Restaurants for 2022
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Do we have to invite CR posters though? They are degenerate.
Been saying for a while that I want to try it out. Have you tried Nara Thai on Blairs Ferry near Volley's? Another place we have wanted to check out.
@torbee still owes us weed/gummies for the basketball prediction bet.
We could have it on the top of Mt Trashmore, just for you. You can bring the buffalo.
Yea well, there are some exceptions right? There have to be. @McLovin32 is cool by my book.
The buffalo are too busy goring idiots at Yellowstone.
C'mon you can all laugh and make fun of us and we'll be too stupid to understand. It'll be entertaining for you.... or we'll end up at fight bar. Probably the more likely scenario.
I don't disagree with any of that. My comment was more that the top rated cuisine in CR these days is pub food. I grew up there and remember authentic Lebanese and Greek restaurants, as well as the infamous, Dragon. I realize I'd probably hate the Dragon if it was still around and I ate there, but memories of it being awesome still linger. I've never been to Zepplins, but I've eaten many meals and consumed a lot of drinks at the ID. And it was always solid.
Man, I’m glad I live in DM suburb and all of the options available to us in all categories.
Surprised Panera didn’t make the list for CR. LoL. There are a few in CR I’ll have to try out, if and when I have to go to that shiat hole.
Surprised Panera didn’t make the list for CR. LoL. There are a few in CR I’ll have to try out, if and when I have to go to that shiat hole.
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Des Moines is the Paris of the Midwest. Many people are saying it!
I have, been there quite a few times. I love it. Their crab rangoon dip is freaking addicting. The panang curry is also great.
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Des Moines and the metro options are so much more compared to CR/QC and won’t include any chains except for Johnny’s since it’s a regional chain, along with the Chop House for steak, seafood, and Italian. Clearly, you have no clue what Des Moines has to offer from a food perspective.
Jesus, some of the things said apply to the entire country minus those states on the west or east coast.
Des Moines is considered behind only New York per capita for great food options in restaurants. Again, you clearly have no idea what you are talking about with Des Moines and the restaurant scene.
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Basically on par with San Francisco and Chicago for sure. Maybe a step behind NYC or Paris.
Des Moines is a culinary shining star on the globe for sure!
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Who considers des moines second only to new york as it relates to food options?
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People who live in Ankeny 🙂
I'm doing spit takes here. Who will clean my computer monitor now? Haha Des Moines.
Popoli's closed a couple of months ago brah. I like the rest of your list.
Midtown Station is very good, looks like a hole in the wall but has a very good chef that makes everything from scratch. Emil's hideaway has good sandwiches, similar menu to Irish Democrat.
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I am trying to come up with a culturally sensitive way to ask this, but am failing, so will just come out with it:
Is it legit to be concerned about cleanliness/food safety issues at hole-in-the-wall Indian places? A few I've been in seem to be more of a "this is how we do it in Bangalore" laissez-faire attitude.
You're not offending me my good man. Of course it is legit to be concerned. I'd get the f out of dodge if the place was dirty, Indian or not. Glad to help!
Most of the swanky joints in ic, the hotels, are owned and run by Indians. So next hawk game, stay in davenport or williamsburg and drive in.
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Bari
Shit, I forgot about Emil’s. Their food is awesome. The Hideaway Pasta is awfully good, and they have this Rangoon sandwich that’s damn good.
So, you’re telling me that Des Moines metro, with at least 3X the population of CR, has better restaurants?! No wai!!1!1!
In fairness, Cityview’s “Best Of” also had Texas Roahouse as a runner up to best steakhouse in the DSM metro. Readers also preferred BBop’s fries to Django’s duck frites. When you have a large group of people voting on something, the bar will be lowered.
Emil's is delicious. Love that place. I'm not a big desert guy but their "Cookies n cream" desert is EFFING delicious.
I'd appreciate some reviews for Villa's Patio from folks who have eaten there, their menu looks solid and Mexican food is one of my favorites. Carlos does not deserve to be listed, some of the worst available IMO.
Anyone remember when there was a Zoey's in Iowa City, it was my favorite pizza but it was gone pretty quickly.
Admittedly Texas Roadhouse is not exactly prime dining territory, but for a chain steakhouse they're solid and you know you can do a lot worse than that.
Edit: Why am I so damn hungry all of a sudden?
Anyone remember when there was a Zoey's in Iowa City, it was my favorite pizza but it was gone pretty quickly.
Admittedly Texas Roadhouse is not exactly prime dining territory, but for a chain steakhouse they're solid and you know you can do a lot worse than that.
Edit: Why am I so damn hungry all of a sudden?
People say DSM suburbs are better than NYC.
I was just at the Villas Patio off of Edgewood last Wednesday. I've always had great food there. My gf (no pics) is addicted to their tableside guac. I had the mole poblano last week and it was outstanding. When it comes to mexican food I prefer Mas Margaritas but Villas is super solid.
A new place opened up by Carlos OKellys called La Chamba. It's also REALLY damn good, and they serve breakfast options. Highly recommend it.
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