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“Excellent Food . . .only one thing”

Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon

4 of 5 stars
CASue_7
Sacramento, CA
Nov 20, 2009

This is a really good steakhouse and since we travel to Des Moines about 3 or 4 times a year, it means this restaurant maintains a consistent high standard. My only objection are the animal (cow,...more

“Great food, but very pricey.”

Flemings Prime Steakhouse

4 of 5 stars
MinnesotaRandy
Minnesota
Nov 9, 2009

The food was top notch, but we were unprepared for the price. On par with Ruth Chris, but not quite up to the Ruth Chris standard. The Fleming potatoes were superb! more

“Attentive Staff!”

Residence Inn Des Moines West

5 of 5 stars
MinnesotaRandy
Minnesota
Nov 9, 2009

I was impressed with the Residence Inn staff. They were very attentive and friendly. They worked to get the room ready for us ahead of the regular check-in time. They also checked the mall hours...more

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