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Splash


4.0 of 5 stars 44 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Seafood
  • 303 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309-1705
  • (515) 244-5686

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5 of 5 stars
Iowa, USA
8 Oct 2009

We have stopped into their raw bar 2 or 3 times and have enjoyed the people working, food, drink as well socialized with the other clients that were eating there as well. They have an excellent assortment of oysters as well as wines. Excellent choice of restaurant. more

Overpriced
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2 of 5 stars
Des Moines, IA
25 Sep 2009

Food was just ok, service was slow and it was overpriced for what you got. I had to try it once to check it out. more

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3 of 5 stars
Omaha
19 Sep 2009

We were looking forward to a different night out for our anniversary and our hotel in Des Moines recommended Splash. Walking in the door there were cardboard displays for different "nights out" advertising like would see in a cheap bar. The bartender during our wait was superb, made a great martini, but our service in the restaurant was extremely disappointing,... more

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5 of 5 stars
Cleveland
7 Jul 2009

First time in Des Moines and stumbled into Splash while stayinfgat Renaissance. I was extremely satisfied - Vodka Oysters and Moskow Oysters were delightful and Scallops were some of best I have ever eaten. I will definately make a point to come back when in Des Moines. Atmosphere pleasant, upscale, will bring customers next time. Wine menu was given high... more

Bit pricey
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2 of 5 stars
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1 Jun 2009

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5 of 5 stars
Des Moines, Iowa
27 May 2009
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Splash is a favorite restaurant in Des Moines of fiancé and I. It rivals with some of the best places along the east coast, which is quite an accomplishment! Yes, food here does cost more than a value meal at McDonald's, but I would hope so or I might question the freshness of the fish and the chef’s abilities! Personally,... more

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4 of 5 stars
Des Moines, Iowa
2 Feb 2009

My wife and I went to Splash this last weekend and had a very good time. The service was good but the food was excellent. The kicker is that we are both vegetarians at a seafood restaurant. They made us a fettuccini plate with vegetables which was very good and they knocked $10 off each plate since it was meatless.... more

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5 of 5 stars
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11 Jan 2009

How do I drool online... I LOVE this place. The only place I have ever had fish PERFECTLY done. more

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1 of 5 stars
Des Moines, Iowa
8 Oct 2008

Ever since it opened, I've heard nothing but reports of how great Splash is. So when I received a gift certificate, I was thrilled to try a fancier place than I usually go to, so my wife and I tried it for dinner. We were seriously disappointed, and were just glad we hadn't paid full price. Walking in, the first... more

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3 of 5 stars
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28 Jul 2008

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Splash Address

303 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309-1705
Tel: (515) 244-5686
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.