Bubba

Bubba Comfort food favorites inspired by classic Southern ingredients and cuisine; craft cocktails, bourbon
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Bubba is Des Moines’ newest dining destination, offering chef-driven comfort food complemented by craft cocktails, microbrews and w**es. With culinary inspiration drawn from across the South, Bubba’s full menu includes all your regional favorites, including fried green tomatoes, deviled eggs, fried chicken & waffles, shrimp & grits, chicken-fried steak, gumbo and more. Located in downtown Des Moines’ Western Gateway area, the restaurant features a comfortably elegant dining area, patio and cocktail lounge (featuring a mix of tufted leather couches and wingback arm chairs). Bubba is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week and brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

We've got a fun list of weekend features for you!Autumn on the Rocks Old Fashioned / Foundry Corn Wh***ey, apple c***r, ...
10/03/2026

We've got a fun list of weekend features for you!

Autumn on the Rocks Old Fashioned / Foundry Corn Wh***ey, apple c***r, walnut bitters

Pearfection Martini / Badel Pear Brandy, St. Germain, Wheatley Vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, peach bitters

AND from the kitchen...

Coffee Encrusted NY Strip / with rosemary steak fries, asparagus and chimichurri

WEEKEND FEATURES - Pearfection Martini / Badel Pear Brandy, St. Germain, Wheatley Vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, peac...
10/02/2026

WEEKEND FEATURES -

Pearfection Martini / Badel Pear Brandy, St. Germain, Wheatley Vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, peach bitters

Autumn on the Rocks Old Fashioned / Foundry Corn Wh***ey, apple c***r, walnut bitters

AND from the kitchen...

Coffee Encrusted NY Strip / with rosemary steak fries, asparagus and chimichurri

Join us for lunch this week and enjoy our feature! This fresh option is packed with flavor. Grilled Sirloin Salad / gril...
09/30/2026

Join us for lunch this week and enjoy our feature! This fresh option is packed with flavor.

Grilled Sirloin Salad / grilled sirloin, spring mix, sliced roasted red beets, grape tomatoes, red onions, crumbled goat cheese, croutons & red w**e vinegar dressing

WEEKEND COCKTAIL FEATURES - Peach Perfect Cocktail / silky and fruit-forward; Soonhari Yogurt Soju,Wheatley vodka, St-Ge...
09/26/2026

WEEKEND COCKTAIL FEATURES -

Peach Perfect Cocktail / silky and fruit-forward; Soonhari Yogurt Soju,
Wheatley vodka, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, peach purée, simple syru

Samurai Old Fashioned / Suntory Toki wh***ey, Tozai plum-infused sake, brown sugar simple syrup, plum bitters, orange

WEEKEND FEATURES - Cornmeal-Encrusted Pork Tenderloin / ted-eye tasso gravy, white cheddar grits, BrusselsPeach Perfect ...
09/25/2026

WEEKEND FEATURES -

Cornmeal-Encrusted Pork Tenderloin / ted-eye tasso gravy, white cheddar grits, Brussels

Peach Perfect Cocktail / silky and fruit-forward; Soonhari Yogurt Soju, Wheatley vodka, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, peach purée, simple syru

Samurai Old Fashioned / Suntory Toki wh***ey, Tozai plum-infused sake, brown sugar simple syrup, plum bitters, orange

09/25/2026

Don't miss Dolly Parton's "Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa" Cake Feature! In honor of "Dolly Day" on Friday, 9/25 from ("9-5") we're featuring a Southern classic inspired by Dolly's famous cake from Steel Magnolias!

Dolly Parton's Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Cake / fruit cocktail cake; served with vanilla ice cream - $10

All proceeds donated to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Available through 9/25.

Introducing Dolly Parton's "Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa" Cake Feature! In honor of "Dolly Day" on Friday, 9/25 from ("9-5") we're ...
09/21/2026

Introducing Dolly Parton's "Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa" Cake Feature! In honor of "Dolly Day" on Friday, 9/25 from ("9-5") we're featuring a Southern classic inspired by Dolly's famous cake from Steel Magnolias!

Dolly Parton's Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Cake / fruit cocktail cake; served with vanilla ice cream - $10

All proceeds donated to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Available now through 9/25.

WEEKEND FEATURES - Mississippi Pot Roast / braised top sirloin, garlic-buttermilk mashed potatoes and a side of crispy b...
09/19/2026

WEEKEND FEATURES -

Mississippi Pot Roast / braised top sirloin, garlic-buttermilk mashed potatoes and a side of crispy brussels sprouts

Pulled Pork Mac BItes / crispy breaded mac & cheese with pulled pork, green chiles and green chile cheese sauce

From the bar -

Blackberry Smash / Ezra Brooks bourbon, wh***ey smash, blackberry, brown sugar, lemon juice

Lost At Sea / Japanese plum sake, vermouth blanco, lemon juice, simple syrup, muddled grapes, stone fruit

Address

200 10th Street
Des Moines, IA
50309

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

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