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xBk Live is a small, independent live music and performing arts venue in Des Moines’ Drake/Dogtown neighborhood that hosts a diverse lineup of concerts, shows, and events in an intimate, community-focused space.

Varsity Cinema is a nonprofit art-house movie theater in Des Moines’ Drake neighborhood featuring indie, international, classic, and new release films in a historic, community-focused setting.

Sprockets Kitchen & Bar is a casual neighborhood spot near Drake University serving American comfort food, burgers, wings, and drinks in a laid-back, sports-friendly atmosphere.

Space-themed artisanal coffeehouse featuring panini, soups, desserts, wine & beer, plus local art.

Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers is a popular neighborhood restaurant and bar in Des Moines’ Dogtown district near Drake University, known for juicy burgers, American comfort food, craft beer, cocktails, and a laid-back atmosphere.

Juicing infuses vitamins, minerals, and enzymes into your body without having it broken down. Give yourself a natural energy boost everyday at Lifestyle.

Unassuming hub for familiar Chinese eats, plus lunch specials & delivery, in utilitarian surrounds.

Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.

Specializing in African, Arabian, Turkish, Pakistani, and Indian groceries and halal goat, lamb, and fresh chicken.

Gursha Ethiopian Grill is Des Moines' newest Ethiopian restaurant, featuring a variety of traditional Ethiopian dishes.

This homage to midcentury diners serves hearty American fare plus beer & wine from morning to night.

New York style thin crust pizza with a Midwest twist in the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines.

Colorful counter serve offering familiar Mexican favorites like tacos, burritos & quesadillas.