Latitude 41

This was the third time I went here with delayed service this season (2020). We waited 15-20 minutes without any service or communication from staff. All other tables were served while we waited. We left without any service this time. It is an extremely picturesque outdoor location. They can serve timely as I have been in with large groups without issues.

Casual floating bar, live music, friendly staff, reasonable prices, festive people. Large boats docked around bar and marina, on a beautiful lake. Nice spot for a sunset view. Can scantly see downtown Des Moines in the distance on a clear day. Did not try bar food other than french fry nachos. Narowly escaped thunderstorm!

Latitude offers a very specific ambiance. It's fun and all but the mixed drinks are mediocre as is the service. It serves a purpose of being a fun place for adults to hang out before or after boating but that's about it. It's kind of like the bar you go to after you've already had a few drinks. Expectations are down, you're just there for a chair and some conversation. We ordered a bunch of appetizers which weren't bad. The cheese balls are good as are the nachos. You'd expect a lot more for the price but it's not too bad. From the meals we've had there, they have been tasty but far from filling. I would recommend apps and a few drinks and then eat dinner somewhere else or bring something to eat with on the boat.