Moxie Kitchen + Events
4119 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Des Moines has 20 restaurants with private dining ready to host your next corporate event. Each is verified with photos, capacity, and reviews. Submit a single quote request to hear back from up to 3 venues in 24 hours.
4119 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
5800 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
Polished bistro & bar serving American & Italian classics, from steak to spaghetti & meatballs.
3901 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
801 Grand Ave STE 200, Des Moines, IA 50309
Prime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting.
650 S Prairie View Dr Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
2724 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
644 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
Candlelit dinner spot serving modern, wine-paired Southern Italian fare in a Victorian mansion.
420 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Chic outpost serving modern & traditional Italian dishes, some with North African influence.
1003 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
High-ceilinged ex-Masonic temple turned contemporary Italian wining-&-dining destination.
216 Court Ave Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50309
Contemporary destination focused on martinis & tapas, plus a menu of American entrees.
208 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Casually stylish brick-walled eatery serving New American entrees, small plates & craft cocktails.
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
1520 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
Supper club/bar combo featuring live music & a large salad bar in a setting with a Prohibition vibe.
2200 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
Landmark spot featuring a classic Italian menu & an extensive wine list in a country-villa setting.
2320 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315
Community staple dishing up Italian standards & American fare in 4 casual dining rooms.
2816 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
Family-owned standby for Italian & American grub in a laid-back space with a sporty vibe in the bar.
524 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Colorful, upscale American restaurant & wine bar with reclaimed doors hanging from the ceiling.
401 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Cocktails, craft beer & global plates in a 6th-floor hotel lounge with city views & stylish decor.
595 S 60th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
220 SW 9th St #120, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Common questions for booking corporate events in Des Moines, Iowa.
For peak season in Des Moines (typically Q4 + spring), book 8–12 weeks in advance for popular restaurants with private dining. Off-peak windows you can often secure top venues with 4 weeks lead time. Last-minute requests get priority responses from venues with cancellations — submit your quote and tell us your event date.
Des Moines restaurants with private dining range from intimate 20-person meeting rooms to 1,000+ guest spaces. Capacity also depends on layout — theater seating fits more than banquet rounds. Specify your guest count and event format in your quote and we'll surface the right matches.
It varies. Some Des Moines restaurants with private dining bundle in-house catering, AV, and event staff into the rental. Others operate venue-only and let you bring preferred vendors. Each listing notes its model when claimed; for un-claimed listings, ask in your quote and venues will detail what's included.
Des Moines restaurants with private dining pricing varies widely by venue tier, day-of-week, and season. Weekday meeting space starts around $500–$1,500; full-day venue rentals with catering for 100 guests typically run $5,000–$25,000. Submit your event details for tailored quotes.
Des Moines is a strong choice for corporate events because of its airport access, hotel inventory, and dedicated event infrastructure. Use the destination stats below for population, visitor volume, and convention space figures specific to Des Moines.
Yes — these are standard items in any Des Moines venue quote. When you submit a quote request, mention any specific needs (wheelchair access, AV requirements, parking for X guests, valet, etc.) and venues will address each in their response.
Each venue sets its own cancellation policy — most Des Moines restaurants with private dining require deposits (often 25–50% of total) and have tiered refund windows (full refund 60+ days out, partial 30–60 days, none under 30). Confirm specifics with the venue before signing.
Most modern Des Moines restaurants with private dining support hybrid setups with built-in livestreaming, dedicated bandwidth, and AV teams. If hybrid is essential to your event, mention it in your quote — venues will confirm AV capacity, bandwidth, and any related tech fees.
High-level metrics about Des Moines for corporate event planning. Sources: US Census, regional CVBs, public visitor reports.
First-person field notes from corporate event planners — what we got right, what we'd do differently next time.
Best-of Des Moines is the most underrated corporate-event city in the Midwest and the insurance industry has known it for decades. These nine venues reflect what the city actually offers — which is better than the national perception gives it credit for.
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