These Des Moines metro supper clubs blend nostalgia with modern dining
Supper clubs have long been a Midwestern tradition, built around the idea that dinner is more than a meal. These destinations paired relish trays, cocktails, steaks, seafood and leisurely service with dim lighting, friendly bartenders and a crowd that stays long after dessert. When searching for a great modern supper club, look for a strong cocktail program, hearty entrées with ties to the past and a sense that you're encouraged to stay awhile. The best ones honor the past without feeling trapped by it. Some, like Tom Archer's Poor Man's Country Club, lean heavily into nostalgia with vintage décor, classic cocktails and old-school hospitality. Others, such as Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster, reinterpret the concept with contemporary interiors, chef-driven menus and elevated cocktails while maintaining the communal spirit that defines the genre. Read on for more about Tom Archer's and Guesthouse. Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster At Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster the warm dining room, polished service and comfort-food-driven menu create a gathering place that feels both contemporary and familiar, with a fireplace in the front, an old canoe over the bar and pull tabs served with drinks. While it lacks the decades-old history of Iowa's classic supper clubs, Guesthouse captures the
