801 Chophouse

It was great! The staff was friendly and the food was on par. We started with an excellent Old Fashioned. We also tried the Cosmopolitan; my aunt said it wasn't the best she's had, but I think after four or five, it was pretty good! For appetizers, we ordered their fried lobster bites. They were good, but I probably wouldn't get them again, as they were a little on the salty side. Then we had a very good pears salad. We ended with the Prime Rib and Seabass with the family side of carrots. Everything was super good.

This is a great place for wonderful food and tremendous service. Come in and enjoy the best crab cakes ever, and the biggest shrimp you have ever seen!

801 Chophouse is an homage to the American steakhouses of old. Located in downtown Des Moines, 801 effortlessly blends classic steakhouse elements with a very contemporary dining experience. A dining room adorned with oak accents and white table cloths, if there was any confusion about what type of establishment you were in, the large golden bull at the middle of the dining room removes any doubt that beef is the star attraction. In terms of the menu, you will see many of the expected land and sea fare. Though much of the menu will feel familiar, the wait staff incredibly attentive and does an excellent job making recommendations and guiding you throughout the dining experience. During my visit with family we tried the prime rib, salmon and jumbo shrimp with sides of Mac and cheese and corn. While everything was well prepared, the shrimp was a personal standout. If you are looking for a special night out in Des Moines, 801 is an solid selection.

The 801 Chophouse doesn't disappoint. We had an excellent dining experience from the bar to the meal. The food is all top notch. The service was First Class. I would definitely dine there again.

During a quick visit to the area for a work function, this restaurant was recommended by several locals. A colleague and I decided to have dinner there and and it was great. The drinks, appetizers (beef tartar), salads, and steak (aged Delmonico) were all delicious.

Absolutely, amazing staff. We were there for our anniversary and didn't tell them, and they made it special anyways. Our waitress was honestly the best waitress I've had in a really long time. She made us laugh. And she made us feel like we were her best friend. The food was to die for. We had tons of leftovers, and they were still amazing the next day!

I had an outstanding experience at 801 Chophouse in Des Moines. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt upscale yet inviting. The food was exceptional—perfectly prepared steaks and sides that matched the quality you’d expect from a true chophouse. What really made the evening stand out, though, was the service at the bar. The bartenders were friendly, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable, making spot-on recommendations for both cocktails and wine pairings. Their professionalism and warm personalities made the experience feel special and personalized. If you’re looking for a place in Des Moines that combines top-notch cuisine with first-class service, 801 Chophouse is absolutely the place to go.

My son took me for my birthday and it was an amazing experience from the atmosphere yo the service level from every person we were in contact with. The food was outstanding! They gave me a personalized birthday menu, the table was set for my birthday and a complimentary full dessert of my choosing. We left full, happy and with lots of left overs!!