Moxie Kitchen + Events
4119 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Restaurants with Private Dining in Des Moines, Iowa
We list 20 restaurants with private dining in Des Moines 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.
Simon's
5800 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
Polished bistro & bar serving American & Italian classics, from steak to spaghetti & meatballs.
Oak Park
3901 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
801 Chophouse
801 Grand Ave STE 200, Des Moines, IA 50309
Prime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting.
Irina's Steak & Seafood
650 S Prairie View Dr Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Harbinger
2724 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
Aposto at the Scala House
644 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
Candlelit dinner spot serving modern, wine-paired Southern Italian fare in a Victorian mansion.
Lucca
420 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Chic outpost serving modern & traditional Italian dishes, some with North African influence.
Centro
1003 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
High-ceilinged ex-Masonic temple turned contemporary Italian wining-&-dining destination.
The Stuffed Olive Des Moines
216 Court Ave Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50309
Contemporary destination focused on martinis & tapas, plus a menu of American entrees.
RoCA
208 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Casually stylish brick-walled eatery serving New American entrees, small plates & craft cocktails.
Proudfoot & Bird
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Chicago Speakeasy
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.
Latin King Italian Dining
2200 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
Landmark spot featuring a classic Italian menu & an extensive wine list in a country-villa setting.
Baratta's Restaurant and Catering
2320 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315
Community staple dishing up Italian standards & American fare in 4 casual dining rooms.
Christopher's
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.
Alba Restaurant
524 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Colorful, upscale American restaurant & wine bar with reclaimed doors hanging from the ceiling.
The Republic on Grand
401 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Cocktails, craft beer & global plates in a 6th-floor hotel lounge with city views & stylish decor.
Prime and Providence
595 S 60th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Table 128
220 SW 9th St #120, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Meeting-planner FAQs for Des Moines
Common questions for booking corporate events in Des Moines, Iowa.
What's the typical capacity range for restaurants with private dining in Des Moines?
2 of the 20 restaurants with private dining on this page publish room capacities. Their largest rooms run from 10 to 20 guests. Capacity also depends on layout — theater seating fits more than banquet rounds, and a room's largest number is its tightest one. Specify your guest count and event format in your quote and we'll surface the right matches.
Are catering and AV included in restaurants with private dining quotes?
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.
What do restaurants with private dining in Des Moines cost?
We don't print one. Not one of the 20 restaurants with private dining on this page publishes a rate to us, so any figure here would be invented. Venue pricing moves with the date, the day of the week, the headcount, and whether the room carries a food-and-beverage minimum, so the only real number is the one the venue quotes you. Send your date and guest count and up to 3 Des Moines venues reply with theirs.
Can I get parking, AV, accessibility, and other logistics info upfront?
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.
What's the cancellation policy for restaurants with private dining in Des Moines?
Each venue sets its own, and we hold no contract terms for any of the restaurants with private dining on this page, so there is no deposit or refund figure for us to quote. Ask the venue in writing for the deposit amount, the payment schedule, and what is refundable at each point before your date, and get all three before you sign.
Do Des Moines restaurants with private dining accommodate hybrid (in-person + virtual) events?
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.
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