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Award-winning, gluten-free cuisine meets friendly service

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About Us

we take dining to the next level

Locally-owned and operated, Destination Grille in Grimes, Iowa proudly offers an approachable, extensively gluten-free menu with the best service in town! Whether you're craving a perfectly cooked steak, a creamy lobster roll, or want to keep it simple with a juicy burger or delicious pizza, we’ve created the ultimate dining experience to enjoy with friends and family.

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The Hand-Breaded Chicken Strips handhelds dish at DG
Candied Bacon Gnocchi
The Chicken Fried DeBurgo at DG
Menu Inclusivity

gluten-free dining in the des moines metro

At Destination Grille, we are proud to prioritize health and menu inclusivity with our extensive gluten-free options, available regularly on our menu. Chicken strips, Candied Bacon Gnocchi and so much more — we make it possible for everyone to enjoy their favorite dishes as we put zero gluten in any of our fryers.

Private Events

We host, you party

With 4 top-tier event spaces available, no event is too large and no detail is too small. Choose from a private terrace overlooking the sunset, to a spacious board room equipped for meetings of any caliber.

The Event Space set up for a special occasion
Guests enjoying a catered event in the Boardroom event space at DG
The Event Space area decorated for a wedding celebration
An aerial view of the Rooftop Terrace at DG
The Boardroom event space set up for a catered occasion
A Tex Mex themed catering spread created by the DG Catering team
Catering

all your fave dishes brought right to you

Intimate dinner parties. Corporate gatherings. Large weddings. D|G Catering does it all! Available for events of any size, our catering experience offers a variety of options, and includes a fully customizable menu.

Outdoor Seating

Beautiful views from our rooftop terrace

Nothing beats a delicious meal paired with incredible Iowa views right from your table! Join us in the warmer months and enjoy a refreshing outdoor atmosphere decorated with lounge seating, TVs and fire pits. You can even cozy up during wintertime as we transform the terrace into a heated, enclosed space, perfect for sipping some specialty cocktails.  No matter the season, the views from D|G are always there to enjoy.

The Rooftop Terrace at DG
An aerial view of the Rooftop Terrace at DG
Rooftop patio seating

Make your weekdays feel like weekends.

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We accept reservations! Call ahead to reserve a spot for your party or book online through OpenTable.

2491 East 1st St.
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 355-1153
info@destinationgrille.com
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Testimonials

What guests are saying

“We can't wait to come back for a date night!”

Attended a private party and everything was great! We ordered off a condensed menu, food came out quickly and was super tasty! Such a great time, and awesome staff, would definitely recommend for an event and we can't wait to come back for a date night!

Bree H.

“The gluten free options are amazing!”

I am from out of town and gluten and dairy sensitive. The gluten free options are amazing! Maddie was our service tonight and she was informative and attentive. Highly recommend.

Sarah L.

“Best new restaurant in the metro!”

Best new restaurant in the metro! The ambiance is modern and chic. The menu is wonderful, so many great choices cooked to perfection and brilliantly presented. Finally a spacious, trendy patio! We love being elevated up on the 2nd level, the outdoor patio is spacious, inviting and fun.

Barb S.