The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Ankeny, May 2024

"Such good food. Had a really great experience here. All staff is very nice and kind and greet you when you walk in. Nothing bad to say about this..."

Zachary Huggins

Kfc

70/100 (3434 ratings)

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

82/100 (3150 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"The best to-go service! The order always matches up to the in-restaurant portions and the packaging is of good..."

Yvette Clausen

"Celebrated my mom’s 50th at the Ankeny Olive Garden! Service was great, and food was..."

Ashton Verschuure, REALTOR

"First of all, we LOVE dining at Olive Garden. The Ankeny location off Oralabor Road can get very busy during prime dining times, so I'd suggest you..."

Bob Kramer

"Entrée was wonderful. Service was great and friendly. How ever the chips served with the appetizers were over cooked and tasted..."

cindy draper

"we came here for my girlfriends birthday with her parents, food was amazing as always. kayla was very sweet and attentive, she took great care of us..."

Trinity Reichart

"Excuse the nearly empty photos almost forgot to take pics 😅 Spaghetti was delicious Mozzarella sticks also delicious Salad and bread sticks..."

Desiree Miklus

"Delicious food with an excelent..."

Matgi CAstro

"Always great food. Definitely..."

Matt Smith

Main Street Cafe And Bakery

85/100 (2905 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

Applebee's

70/100 (2495 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Good food. Love curbside! Easy online ordering & the selection, especially the "sides" & "extras." The combo platter appetizer is a fave of our..."

E.P. Crets

"You know, say what you'll say about these style of restaurants but Applebee's is great because they serve a proper meal late. I chase storms with my..."

Michael Pare

"I have always had a great experience here wether it be dining in, curbside, or delivery through a third party. My 7 year olds love going here because..."

Laura Hinkeldey

"Solid choice for lunch or dinner. Blackened salmon was very good. This is not Louisiana blackened where its very spicy or sometimes salty..."

Chris Holden

"Tough to get a seat on Friday nights due mostly to the kitchen being so busy with carside-to-go. Several tables/booths must be left empty. We usually..."

Brian Ney

Buffalo Wild Wings

70/100 (2426 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Stopped by tonight to see if this place had started sucking less. This used to be one of our favorite spots, but the last 2 years things had gone so..."

Brian Slagter

"It took a while to get our order, but everything was hot and delicious. We had the buffalo ranch chicken sandwich and wrap, and the Henny Hustle- my..."

Felicia Baltzley

"The beer is cold, the wings hot and the service fine. BWW is exactly what you’d expect from a chain restaurant. If you’re looking to watch..."

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Fong's Pizza

85/100 (2249 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Street Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Hy-vee

84/100 (2176 ratings)

Restaurants

Specialty Food Market

Wheelchair Accessible

"As a Houstonian, it pains me to say that Hy-Vee not only rivals, but may even surpass HEB. It’s incredible. From the selection, particularly of..."

Liz Sweigart

"I love the attention to detail of the bakery! Definitely will be ordering more cakes from the store for..."

Millie Hoback

"It's my "go to" hyvee! I go here for groceries, pharmacy, coffee, and/or a meal! I have recently been going through some health challenges so I've..."

Laura Hinkeldey

"Very close to everything in town, and incredible selection. Very busy all the time, and not as clean bathrooms. Has lots of meats and cheese variety,..."

Luke

"Fuel savers are always the days to shop here. Get all things done in one go! Plus the pick up and delivery is pretty..."

Abhinav Prakash

"Both my fiancé and I walked out of the store and had the exact same comment.. 100% the friendliest employees of any Hy-Vee we’ve been to. However..."

Eric Scott

Subway

83/100 (2127 ratings)

Restaurants

American

"Love Subway. Des Moines/Ankeny has been a test market for the Hero bread which was awesome! As I'm trying to limit carbs I haven't been able to eat..."

Ben Howe

"I had unusually good service here today. Everyone on staff was engaged and attentive. The line moved quick! The whole experience was so unexpected..."

Say Hello to the City

"The employees were very kind and even helped suggest sandwiches when I didn't know what i wanted to get. The food is always delicious, and the..."

It's Nekotaku

"Had the steak and cheese sub and it was..."

Ron Nelson

"Super friendly customer service! Made my sandwich just the way I like it and they made me feel better about myself too. Bless this subway and their..."

Sam Haenzi

"Amazing I got a Chicken bacon Ranch Wrap instead of the foot long never had a wrap before and I was not disappointed it was..."

Michaiah Grey

Grumpy Goat Tavern

70/100 (2111 ratings)

"This was my first time at the Ankeny location. We went on a Saturday night around 6 and did not have to wait. We had the fry flight. It was good...."

Karen K

"Absolutely wonderful time. Visited for brunch before heading home to Missouri. They had a one man band playing and he was absolutely delightful to..."

Ms. Christina

"Delicious brunch and really good Bloody Mary's. They have a variety of fun breakfast drinks! Great atmosphere. I had the Chorizo Biscuits and Gravy..."

Amanda Taylor

"Great atmosphere, I enjoyed eating outside on the upper deck (2nd floor). Buffalo Cauliflower was addicting as a starter. Will feed 3 to 4 people...."

Tabitha Sands

"The staff is excellent and their food is top notch. We especially loved the hostess who gave us some history about Ankeny and invited us to check out..."

Dawn Blanchard

"I'm not sure what all the Karens and highfalutin egos that complained about this place were expecting, but all their complaining reviews almost kept..."

Steve Bruening

Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant

85/100 (2101 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Fun atmosphere! Margaritas were just the right about of "where's my shoe?" I had the Carne Asada plate. Steak cooked to burnt perfection. Watch out..."

Matthew French

"The waiter we had was super awesome.. he made sure we had everything we needed and was doing good. He made me a drink that suited me. He definitely..."

Skye Stewart

"Celebrated our anniversary here last night. Pretty busy but we got a seat right away. The servers were quick and we had drinks and food alot faster..."

Tina Plew

"This place is amazing - better than our hometown Mexican restaurant! Salsa, cheese dip & margaritas we're fantastic! Rice was fluffy! My husband said..."

katie wilson

"We arrived towards closing. The staff was nice and efficient. Our server made sure we had everything we needed. I ordered the Cowboy fajitas and it..."

Micol Smith

"Our family's favorite restaurant! We've been going here for years and the staff are so friendly and helpful! Liz is wonderful! We've loved getting..."

Michelle Vogt

"Stopped here on an overnight stop during a road trip. Amazing!! We had our food within 5 minutes of sitting down, huge portions, and at the right..."

John Hinsley

"Staff is on point! We arrived shortly before closing and let me tell you that the staff doesn't mess around when it comes to cleanliness!! Cleanest..."

Hannah Curtis

Subway

70/100 (2081 ratings)

"Always impressed with our local subway in Ankeny. The store is always clean, and the workers are attentive and quick. Our kids’ favorite place to..."

Real Advantage Partners Real Estate Team

"Always impressed with our local subway in Ankeny. The store is always clean, and the workers are attentive and quick. Our kids’ favorite place to..."

Ashton Verschuure, REALTOR

"Friendly staff, clean food station and dining area and the food was fresh. This Ankeny location is the best in the..."

Lena P

Subway

72/100 (2029 ratings)

"Very friendly staff and efficient workers, I was in a few days ago and I was being helped by the short young lady gracie, She made me feel very..."

Saige Anderson

"Other Subways around town are hit and miss, but we have always had good service here. Just got the best salad ever here. Friendly service. Worth..."

Tammie Browder

Subway

75/100 (2022 ratings)

"The restaurant is clean, the service is fast and very friendly. I highly recommend this..."

Michael Edwards

"We always receive great service at this Subway. A young gentleman named Holden is always there, to great us with a friendly smile and exceptional..."

sabrina williams

"Victoria was awesome! Super bubbly and personable. We've gone to this subway multiple times in the past and her customer service has been the best..."

M L

"Sitting right off the highway this a great place to grab a bite to eat!! Staffing is very low due to its now hiring sign outside. However the staff..."

Erich Piepho

Waterfront Seafood Market

93/100 (1909 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We celebrated a birthday and a graduation. We went for the first time and did lunch. I will say that I felt the menu was pretty basic, so not sure if..."

Adam Love

"Cole W was extremely kind and accommodating because I have a garlic allergy. The mushroom appetizer was fabulous and the prawns the biggest and best..."

Kimberly Tremmel

"Very good place eat. We've had fish, sushi, gumbo, sides and everything has been tasty and fresh. The customer service there is awesome and the..."

Roy Block

"6 stars if I could. This place is special. Fresh seafood "flow in" is touted by many but no matter how fresh it may be...ya still have to cook it..."

Chris Holden

"First time there, we had lunch and I really enjoyed it. Friendly service, everything tasted wonderful and average price for seafood. We had cream..."

Tammy Hobbs

"The best crab soup ever! It was our first time here and I'm always so hesitant to get sea food soups, but this was delicious. Everything was good and..."

Brandi Johnson

"Fried Rock Shrimp is back!! Definitely to go for.. Tiny crispy and tasty, love it!!! New England Clam Chowder soup is also so good. It was rich with..."

Lateef

"Wonderful food, drinks, and desserts! We highly recommend this restaurant to everyone! They have all kinds of seafood and it's all..."

Shelbz

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

71/100 (1862 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great Southwest-style food with lots of menu variety. To-go portions are consistent with their in-restaurant sizes. Fast turnaround, but they did get..."

Yvette Clausen

"Stopped by for the first time today (not from town) for lunch today. Couldn't believe how amazing the Chips and Queso are. Food over all, very good..."

Cody Pickering

"Stopped for a quick dinner on our way home, service was good and food was fresh. The guacamole was delicious along with the seasoned chips. We would..."

Steve A

"Picture is of half eaten Shredded Chicken Nachos with the chips on the side. Great flavor and amazing customer service. Love Fuzzy's! Visited..."

Stone K

"Really tasty with a variety of menu items. Tonight we got breakfast tacos with chorizo, potatoes, eggs and cheese in a flour shell. Also ordered the..."

Aleeta

Tasty Tacos

86/100 (1859 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Delicious and fresh. Warm freshly baked flour tortillas served with beef, chicken or pork tacos. Fresh flour chips with guacamole too. All for a..."

adamltw

"I've been going to Tasty Tacos since I was a child withu parents. In my honest opinion they have the BEST Chicken flour tacos I've ever had. The..."

Jon Cook

"A nice location. Easy to find. I would love a drive thru here. I got the original puffy flour taco they are famous for. It was quite good. Ground..."

Nathanial Pearson

"Tasty Tacos is a local chain that is always consistent, no matter which location you visit. My wife and I always order flour tortilla beef tacos..."

Leo Sears

"These guys make the best flour tacos around. It was $3.50 or $3.75 for a nice fat taco. I've ordered 2 before, but that's almost too filling. Now I..."

Jim

"If you're a local you already know. If you aren't and are fortunate enough to be in the Des Moines area and hungry for some tacos look no further...."

Caleb Shaeffer

"Always the best tacos. We live 3 hours away and just find excuses to go to Ankeny so we can get tacos. Very friendly and always fresh..."

Matt Lankford

Whiskey River Ankeny

72/100 (1798 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Mid-range

"Big selection and fair prices, variety of locals and travelers all treated well. Burgers are great and portions are filling. Just save room for a..."

Jeremy Profitt

"Had a wonderful experience with both Gale and Noah as servers. Great people and a great environment. They both greeted us with hospitality and warm..."

Caine Patterson

"They have outside rooftop seating. It was a nice view from the rooftop. Food was tasty,.staff was friendly and..."

Joel Rybolt

Starbucks

81/100 (1768 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Drive Thru

Mid-range

"I love going to this location. Everyone is so friendly. I go there a little too much that they remember me. I'm not sure if it's a policy thing or..."

Kelsey Nolin

"I love this Starbucks. I always go to this location, several times a week. I usually pick up drinks for several coworkers at a time, so my orders are..."

Genasee Post

"Nice..."

Nils Hünerfürst

"Drinks are generally pretty consistent. The drive thru is usually pretty busy, but moves fairly quickly. The employees have been friendly and..."

Dan Kane

"Good place to grab a quick coffee, tea or bite to eat. Order consistency is pretty good. The drive thru is usually pretty busy but moves fairly..."

Dan Kane

"Meets expectations is 4 stars. Clean. Fast walk in process. Easy parking. Did not see if bathroom was clean. Drinks were made..."

Kevin

Hawaiian Grill

83/100 (1696 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I have always enjoyed dining here! Food is good, service is fast and the staff are always friendly. I was sad to see them leave Clive as Ankeny is a..."

Kelly Willow

"Great place for lunch! The moco loco and the seafood combo is good. Food was hot and had great..."

Shelly

"Good change from fast food. Very different from most fast food, bbq plate was..."

Rsbnbond

"Reminds me of hawaii!. I used to live in Honolulu and eat loco mocos almost everyday. After I left I was stuck trying to make it myself. Then I found..."

Alakea Kiani

"It's a little bit of Hawaii right here in Iowa. Great food, friendly service and good prices. Where else in town can you get a loco..."

Stevo

"Ono!!! Da Kine Local Grines!!!. I just come back from stay Kailua (Oahu) to visit classmates and my husband/friends first time visit to Hawaii. While..."

Angie

"Love love love this place!!. The food so reminds me of food my mother cooked when I was growing up. This food is the real meal you would have if you..."

Merry Amann

"Realy good food, nice music, and good service for sure I am coming..."

Roy Masis

"Delicious!!! I've gotten the BBQ MIX twice and it's so yummy! The meat is tender and full of flavor! I like how the beef is thinly sliced! And you..."

Mary Gascho

"Just passing through town and was looking for dinner. Spotted this little place and I’m glad I listened to the reviews. Loco moco is pretty good..."

Bubblz

"Amazing authentic food! The sauces were delicious. We loved the katsu chicken, volcano chicken, curry chicken, and even the bbq burger was a steak..."

Shawna Parsons (ScaryMom_80)

"What a nice change of pace!! Travelling through Alkeny on a family Road Trip we chose Alohana over Chic Fil A. Fast and friendly service, tasty BBQ..."

Sara Dowling

"The food was so delicious so much flavor and the meat was extremely tender. Felt like I was back at home in OAHU HAWAII. Such a random place in a..."

Yuth Mok

"First time having loco moco. Felt like I was in Hawaii. Always saw it mentioned on Hawaii 5.0 and wanted to try. Reasonable prices. Lots of options...."

Emily Gustafson

"AMAZING!!! Portions and price point in today’s world, this place has all of it. BBQ chicken bowl and egg rolls are hands down best I’ve ever had...."

Chad Scott Peters

"I’ve never had food here that I didn’t like. The service is also great! I didn’t have to wait at all and they were always ready to..."

Scott Iler

The Ankeny Diner

83/100 (1662 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Found the Ankeny Diner while on Yelp and this place was phenomenal. Located right next to our stellar Quality Inn hotel (not really), the Ankeny..."

Lefai Kao

"This place is amazing. I eat here almost every day since I discovered it. Every time I go I get something new off the menu, and every time I love it...."

Jake (Jake)

"The employees are eager to please & hard at work to make it a great experience. With affordable menu prices & soul..."

Shamie Trez

"My daughter recommended this place, so we thought we’d give it a try. Our server Liz was very helpful and pleasant. The hot roast beef sandwich and..."

Philip O'Donnell

"From out of town and found this place on Google Maps and thought to give it a try. Staff and service were great. I was in at dinner time but decided..."

Jesse Krebs

"Excellent service. They were having issues with one of their grills the day we were there, so several normal breakfast items were unavailable. The..."

Jim Kotouc

"Ankeny Diner was a pleasant discovery. We ordered breakfast which was great and the wait staff was very friendly and attentive. So if you ever find..."

Max Dziengelewski

Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille

78/100 (1562 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Crumbl Cookies Ankeny

74/100 (1550 ratings)

Bakeries

American

Arby's

77/100 (1466 ratings)

"Stopped for gas and they were next door, so I caved in for my hankering for a big roast beef and curly fries 😋. Used the drive-thru and they were..."

T Zign1

"Love Arby's because you get enough to fill yourself up and it tastes great too.get a shake they are the best in..."

Daniel Paulson

"Great, quick service...had the turkey club and it tasted really good. Exactly what it should be and what I..."

Dennis Garrett

Wendy's

73/100 (1437 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"Had excellent food. Got the$5.00 food which had chicken nuggets. Very hot and crispy. Fry's and meat were very good. It came very fast and warm. We..."

Paul/Phyllis Seuferer

"There is a woman who works here who is so friendly and always has a smile. I told her how pleasant it was and she replied by saying "I love what I..."

Laura Hinkeldey

"My burger was made correctly without tomato, which is a HUGE deal to me. Thank you! Also the staff was very friendly and found out right away if..."

Jamilynn Neise

"Best Wendy's in the area. Consistent quality, the staff are helpful, friendly and you cant help but notice that they work hard to have a clean..."

Dandnm Wildones

"Had a wonderful first experience here! They had extremely nice staff who were willing to make conversation. The guy taking my order made my..."

Elizabeth Squires

"Employees were right on everything, even though it was very busy. Food was hot and fresh. Fast service as..."

Richard Schmitt

The Fletcher

75/100 (1428 ratings)

"The best Brussel sprouts I have ever had the brisket quesadilla was very good as well and the loaded Nachos delicious as well. Great atmosphere..."

David Senter

"Found this place by accident. And man what a great find. The wife and I had a great time, food was delicious, drinks nice and strong and the flour..."

Mauricio Verastegui

"I recently hosted a wedding rehearsal dinner here. I am over 2 hours away from the Fletcher, and reserved and booked a banquet room, sight unseen. I..."

Heather Morrison

"Had a great dinner out with the family. The server was polite and entertaining. The food was delicious without a long wait. They had a nice drink..."

Jason Kems

Burger King

70/100 (1386 ratings)

"I was very impressed with Jahari who was running the window and taking orders on 4/22/23, he was very personable, funny, and had a great smile...."

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