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Splash Seafood Bar & Grill

Splash Seafood Bar & Grill brings serious seafood to downtown Des Moines, earning Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence for its thoughtfully curated wine list.

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The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Seafood in the Heart of the Midwest

Splash Seafood Bar & Grill has established itself as a destination for seafood in Des Moines, Iowa — no small feat in a landlocked state. Located on Locust Street in the heart of downtown, it draws diners who come specifically for the kind of coastal-inspired cooking that's rarely found this far from the coasts.

A Wine List Worth Noting

Wine Spectator recognized Splash with its Award of Excellence, a distinction that speaks to the restaurant's commitment to pairing quality wines alongside its seafood-forward menu. That kind of recognition matters in a dining room where the interplay between a well-chosen glass and a well-prepared plate is clearly taken seriously.

An Evening Out

Splash operates as a dinner destination, positioning itself as a place for occasions and unhurried evenings. The bar and grill format suggests both a convivial energy at the bar and a more composed experience in the dining room — the kind of place that works equally well for a solo seat at the bar or a table with friends.

For anyone seeking genuine seafood in Des Moines, Splash remains one of the city's most recognized names.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2018
Wine Spectator
Award of Excellence

Details

At a glance

Wine Spectator 2018 — Award of Excellence
Cuisines Seafood
Services Dinner

History

On the record

Location

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303 Locust St., Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, United States of America
5152445686