3.7 Good Based on 182 Reviews

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Park Street Kitchen

435 Park Street, Des Moines (Map)

Unspecified

lGood

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

13 Reviews

v4.2 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 9 mins )

Reason to Book: Modern American eats and relaxed vibes just a quick drive from the Iowa State Fair.

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4.1 Very Good Based on 55 Reviews

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Tupelo Honey - Des Moines

665 Grand Ave, Suite 100, Des Moines (Map)

Contemporary Southern

lVery Good

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

v4.6 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 10 mins )

Reason to Book: Southern comfort food and craft cocktails served in a stylish downtown spot—perfect for starting your concert night with flavor and flair.

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4.5 Wonderful Based on 58 Reviews

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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Des Moines

316 Court Ave, Des Moines (Map)

Sushi

lWonderful

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

15 Reviews

v4.6 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 11 mins )

Reason to Book: Lively sushi spot with bold flavors and fast service—perfect for fueling up before your Iowa State Fair concert.

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4.8 Exceptional Based on 16 Reviews

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Wasabi - Urbandale

2301 Rocklyn Dr, Urbandale (Map)

Japanese

lExceptional

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

v10.0 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 16 mins )

Reason to Book: Fresh sushi, fast service, and a stylish vibe just a short drive from the Iowa State Fair.

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4.6 Wonderful Based on 52 Reviews

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Louie's Wine Dive - Des Moines

4040 University Ave., Des Moines (Map)

Contemporary American

lWonderful

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

134 Reviews

v6.9 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 13 mins )

Reason to Book: Relaxed wine bar with elevated comfort food—perfect for a stress-free pre-show meal away from the crowds.

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4.7 Wonderful Based on 257 Reviews

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Wasabi - Ankeny

1615 SW Main St, Ankeny (Map)

Sushi

lWonderful

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

7 Reviews

v12.4 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 20 mins )

Reason to Book: Bold sushi, fast service, and a lively vibe—perfect for kicking off your concert night with flavor and fun.

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4.6 Wonderful Based on 42 Reviews

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30hop Ankeny

1535 SW Market Street Suite 100, Ankeny (Map)

Contemporary American

lWonderful

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

v12.4 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 20 mins )

Reason to Book: Rooftop energy, bold bites, and fast service—perfect for fueling up before your Iowa State Fair concert.

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3.6 Good Based on 29 Reviews

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Sterling's - Ankeny

1580 SW Market St, Ankeny (Map)

American

lGood

Avg Price:Average Price: $30 and under

v12.6 miles from Iowa State Fair ( 20 mins )

Reason to Book: Upscale American eats and a lively vibe make this Ankeny favorite a smart pre-show stop before heading to the Iowa State Fair.

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