Baxter
Baxter, IA · Food & Drink
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Welcome to Iowa: Dutch Bros
Dutch Bros Coffee is officially making its mark on the Iowa drive-thru scene. Following a highly anticipated debut with successful locations on the south side of Des Moines, West Des Moines, and in Ankeny, the company has announced plans for three new locations in Waukee, Merle Hay in Des Moines, and the north side of Des Moines.
allamericanatlas.com
5 Mom and Pop Restaurants in Ames, Iowa that Locals Swear By
Ames, Iowa — a city stitched together by the laughter of students and the wisdom of old-timers, where the red-brick heart of Main Street pulses with the energy of Cyclones and the quiet pride of families who’ve called these neighborhoods home for generations. Here, the air is alive with the scent of fresh bread and smoky barbecue, of coffee brewing at dawn and sweet pies cooling on windowsills. Ames is a place where cultures mingle — farmers, professors, artists, and dreamers — all sharing stories over plates that taste of memory and hope.
travelmag.com
This Iowa Deli Is A Must-Stop For Pastrami And Massive, Piled-High Sandwiches
I had to stop and look at the sandwich for a second before picking it up. The pastrami was stacked high on fresh rye. A crisp pickle sat on the side, and somehow there was even a little cup of pudding nearby. This Des Moines deli does not seem very...
The Des Moines Register
Casey's announces 29 new stores across the US. See the list
Casey's is continuing its expansion as 2026 comes to a close. The Ankeny-based company ― currently the third-largest convenience store chain in the U.S and a major pizza retailer ― operates nearly 3,000 convenience stores across 19 states . It is now unveiling a list of 29 cities where it plans to open stores in the next four months, including Ankeny and Waukee in the Des Moines metro in October. It has already built 22 new stores since May, the start of its fiscal year. The chain announced in its June investor day that it aims to add at least 400 stores in the next three years , building on an aggressive push into Texas. It agreed to buy 24 stores under the Pak-A-Sak brand in northern Texas in August before it acquired 20 Oklahoma stores from ASAP Energy Inc. in September. More: Casey's buys Oklahoma convenience chain, continuing southward growth Where is Casey's opening new stores? Casey's told USA TODAY it is scheduled to open stores in the following cities in the coming months: October 2026 Ankeny, Iowa (2135 NE 36th St.). Waukee, Iowa (3090 Grand Prairie Parkway). Wilton, Iowa. Valley, Nebraska. Mitchell, Indiana. Batavia, Ohio. Papillion, Nebraska. Archbold,
midwestliving.com
These Are the 17 Best Restaurants in Des Moines, According to a Local
My original hometown of Bettendorf, Iowa—allegedly the birthplace of Midwest icon taco pizza—was too small for me. New York City, where I moved immediately after college graduation to kick off my journalism career, was too big. But Des Moines, where I moved in 2012, has turned out to be just right. Admittedly, during my first few months of settling in, I still felt lost and uncertain if I’d ever feel at home anywhere. But as my career in food writing took root, the city’s restaurants—especially the people who give them a pulse and so much creative flair—became like a second family. Many of those gems are still here, awaiting you with open arms as they did me. Others have since joined the party, making Iowa’s capital city even cooler and more delicious. Below, you’ll find my picks for Des Moines’ best restaurants, cafes, and cocktail bars. I’m confident they will all welcome you like a regular, even if you’re visiting from many miles away.
Cresco Times
Dough & Joe rates in Top 10 for Iowa Fall Donut Trail 2026 Guide
CRESCO - For those looking for a sweet idea to mark the change of seasons, Dough & Joe Bakery is among the Top 10 recommended designations along the Iowa Fall Donut Trail 2026 Guide. Molly Pedretti, who owns Dough & Joe along with her husband, Steve, said that when she...
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Pump & Pantry evolves its food offerings
Entering the highly competitive c-store market of Des Moines, Iowa, does not intimidate Alex Dunn, director of foodservice for Bosselman Enterprises, the owner-operator of the Pump & Pantry c-store chain. Its acquisition of 21 Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh stores earlier this year also brought with it five Starbucks and seven Smokey Row specialty coffee shops, filling a brand and service niche unique enough to effectively compete, he believes.
familyvacationsus.com
Pick Your Own Steak And Cook It Over Charcoal Yourself At This One Of A Kind Iowa Steakhouse
At Rube’s Steakhouse & Lounge, dinner starts with a decision that would surprise anyone used to ordering a steak and waiting for it to arrive. In Montour, Iowa, guests choose their own cut and cook it over a hot indoor charcoal grill, watching the surface sear as the smoky aroma fills the room.
travelmag.com
People Line Up For The Fresh Apple Cider Donuts At This Iowa Farm
When people are lining up for donuts before the farm day has really started, I pay attention. That is exactly what happens at this Iowa orchard. The apple cider donuts come out warm and dusted with cinnamon sugar, and plenty of visitors seem to know the routine already. I joined...
Des Moines Business Record
Regents approve construction of new ISU student-run restaurant and learning laboratory
The Iowa Board of Regents has approved construction of a new student-run restaurant and learning laboratory that will expand opportunities across multiple programs in Iowa State University’s College of Health and Human Sciences. The project will renovate approximately 9,000 square feet on the first floor of the Human Nutritional Sciences Building and near the LeBaron Auditorium, creating a new home for Iowa State’s 100-year-old tearoom. “The Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom has a rich history of preparing students for careers in hospitality management, dietetics and culinary food science,” Laura Jolly, dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences, said in a prepared statement. “The new facility will continue that legacy in a state-of-the-art space.” Relocating the tearoom from the garden level of MacKay Hall increases space, capacity and function. Through integrated technology, camera systems and a demonstration island, the 90-seat dining room will be able to transition from an elevated guest experience to a fully equipped classroom, a news release said. The kitchen’s design mirrors what students will find in the industry and offers back-of-house instructional space for student learning. The project is funded through $10.8 million in private gifts and $2 million in university funding designated for deferred maintenance in the Human Nutritional Sciences Building. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in spring 2027 and be complete in 2029.
familyvacationsus.com
This Little Iowa Sandwich Shop Feels Like A Diner The Clock Forgot
Some places seem to run on their own gentle clock, where the coffee is hot and nobody is in a hurry. Montgomery’s Sandwich Shop sits on 6th Avenue in downtown Grinnell, a friendly college town in central Iowa. Stepping inside feels like visiting a classic small-town lunch counter where...