801 Chophouse Menu

Welcome to 801 Chophouse, a premier steakhouse located at 801 Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA. Here, classic elegance meets contemporary flair, offering a delightful dining experience complemented by top-notch service. The menu is a testament to culinary excellence, featuring a variety of expertly prepared dishes.

• Steaks: Indulge in aged cuts like the Delmonico and filet medallions, beautifully paired with sauces like Cognac Butter and Bearnaise.
• Seafood: The menu shines with shellfish options including Maine Lobster and Alaskan King Crab, showcasing their freshness and quality.
• Appetizers: Start your meal with their famed crab cakes or lobster bites, which have garnered praise for their rich flavors.

Each plate at 801 Chophouse encapsulates an homage to the tradition of American steakhouses, ensuring a memorable experience with every visit. Whether you’re here for a special occasion or a casual dinner, prepare to be impressed.

Appetizers

• Colossal Shrimp Cocktail

  Cocktail Sauce with Fresh Horseradish

  US$21.00

• "Down Home" Colassal Shrimp

  Spiced Guinness Butter

  US$25.00

• Baked Escargot

  Garlic Butter, Dill Havarti Cheese, Bread Crumbs

  US$17.00

• Pancetta - Wrapped Scallops*

  Roasted Red Pepper Glaze

  US$27.00

• Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

  Roasted Red Pepper Tartare, Apple Fennel Slaw

  US$27.00

• Steamed Mussels

  Campari Tomatoes, Lemon, Butter, White Wine, Grilled Sourdough

  US$18.00

• Fried Calamari

  Fried Zucchini, Roasted Garlic Remoulade

  US$23.00

• Roasted Marrow Bones

  Tomato & Raisin Chutnet, baby Arugula, Pickled Shallot, Caper, Toast Points

  US$26.00

• Tuna Tartare*

  Chili, Avocado, Orange-Soy Glaze, Wasabi Emulsion, Sesame, Wontons

  US$27.00

• Oysters Rockefeller*

  Hollandaise, Bacon, Caramelized Onion, Spinach, Cream, Anisette

  US$27.00

• Steak Tartare*

  Capers, Shallot, Mustard, Cornichons, Pickled Shallot, Egg Yolk, Toast Points

  US$22.00

• Meatballs

  Sherry Caramelized Onion, Portabella Mushroom Ragout, Parmesan

  US$22.00

• Prime Beef Carpaccio

  Thin Sliced Tenderloin, Lemon, Capers, Arugula, Gruyere, Toast Points

  US$18.00

• Wellfleet Oysters

  order of 6 Served with Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce & Fresh Horseradish

  US$19.00

• East Coast Oysters

  order of 6 Daily Selection Served with Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce & Fresh Horseradish

  US$20.00

• West Coast Oysters

  order of 6 Daily Selection Served with Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce & Fresh Horseradish

  US$22.00

• Oyster Sampler

  order of 9 Daily Selection Served with Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce & Fresh Horseradish

  US$29.00

• Grand Shellfish Platter

  Half of a 1 Pound Lobster Tail, 6 Colossal Poached Shrimp, Half Pound King Crab, 9 Oysters

  US$150.00

• Petite Shellfish Platter

  4 Colossal Shrimp, 6 Oysters, 1/4 Pound Pound King Crab

  US$70.00

Salads & Soup

• French Onion Soup

  US$14.00

• Caesar Salad*

  Crisp Romaine, White Anchovy, Croutons, Parmesan

  US$15.00

• 801 Iceberg Wedge

  Campari Tomatoes, Applewood Smoked Bacon Lardon, Maytag Blue Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Dressing

  US$17.00

• Chophouse Salad

  Mixed Baby Greens, Soppressata, Balsamic Red Onion, Gruyere, Parmesan, Cabernet Vinaigrette

  US$19.00

• Tomato And Onion Salad

  Campari Tomatoes, Red Onion, Baby Greens, Hearts of Palm, Maytag Blue Cheese Crumbles, Garlic and Herb Vinaigrette

  US$16.00

• Roasted Beet Salad

  Beets, Artisan Greens, Toasted Almonds, Crumbled Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

  US$15.00

Prime Rib

• Roast Prime Rib

  Au Jus, Horseradish Cream

Wet Aged

• Petite Filet Mignon 8oz*

  US$62.00

• Filet Mignon 12oz*

  US$79.00

• New York Strip 14oz*

  US$66.00

• Ribeye 16oz*

  US$67.00

Dry Aged

• Porterhouse 30oz*

  US$139.00

• Bone in New York Strip 20oz

  US$95.00

• Delmonico 24oz

  US$105.00

Wagyu

• Miyazaki A5 Manhattan Strip

  4oz Minimum

  US$36.00

Preparations

• Au Poivre with Cognac Cream

  US$6.00

• Maytag Blue Cheese

  US$6.00

• Cognac Butter & Portabella Mushroom Ragout

  US$7.00

• Bone Marrow Butter

  US$7.00

• Bearnaise

  US$5.00

• Black Truffle Butter

  US$12.00

• Foie Gras

  US$18.00

• Red King Crab Crab Oscar

  US$27.00

• Spice Rub and Cajun Rub

Chops & Others

• Half Roasted Chicken

  Red Potato, Onion, Green bean, Campari Tomato, Lemon Butter Sauce

  US$42.00

• Double Cut Colorado Lamb Chops

  Lamb Demi

  US$77.00

• Double Cut Kurobuta Pork Chop

  Snake River Farms Apple Compote, Cider Jus

  US$60.00

• Surf & Turf

  Two 4oz Filet Medallions, Madeira Sauce, Scallop & Shrimp Scampi

  US$68.00

Shellfish

• One Pound Maine Lobster Tail

  Old Bay Butter

  US$87.00

• Alaskan Red King Crab Legs

  Per Pound

  US$115.00

• Shellfish Pan Roast

  Lobster Tail, Jumbo Shrimp, Sea Scallops, King Crab, Asparagus, Tomato, Lemon Shallot Butter

  US$98.00

• Two Pound Live Main Lobster

  Baked Crab Stuffing, Drawn Butter

  US$98.00

Side Dishes

• Grilled Asparagus

  Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  US$15.00

• Baked Cream Spinach

  Anisette, Parmesan

  US$15.00

• Grilled Broccolini

  Garlic Butter, Chili Flake, Grilled Lemon

  US$16.00

• Creamed Corn

  US$14.00

• Sauteed Spinach

  Garlic, Lemon, Chili Flake

  US$12.00

• Baby Carrots

  Brandy & Brown Sugar Glaze

  US$15.00

• Aged Blue Cheese Potatoes

  Maytag Blue Cheese, Parmesan, Chive

  US$18.00

• Brussels Sprouts

  Red Onion marmalade

  US$15.00

• Scalloped Potatoes

  Gruyere, Parmesan Cream

  US$18.00

• French Green Beans

  Bacon, Caramelized Onion

  US$15.00

• Mushroom pan Roast

  Boursin Cheese, Toasted Parmesan

  US$16.00

• Macaroni and Cheese

  Aged Cheddar, Mornay, Toasted Parmesan Breadcrumb

  US$16.00

• Lobster Macaroni and Cheese

  Aged Cheddar, Mornay, Tarragon, Toasted Parmesan Breadcrumb

  US$26.00