Timeline
16:24
Walk the paths of the Des Moines Botanical Garden. The Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens offer a quiet, structured landscape that looks striking in the fading light. It is a popular spot, so expect other visitors enjoying the evening air.
17:24
Dine at HOQ. This farm-to-table spot sources ninety percent of its ingredients from within fifty miles. The menu features organic, locally grown options that fit the evening mood perfectly.
18:09
End the night at Zombie Burger. The interior is decorated with references to zombie films, offering a humorous and distinct atmosphere to wind down with a creative burger or milkshake.
Local tip
The walk from the garden to the restaurants is short, but you will need to check the route for the best path through the East Village after dark.
Check before you go
- HOQ is open Tu-Th 17:00-21:00 and Fr-Sa 17:00-22:00.
- Zombie Burger is open Mo-Th,Su 11:00-24:00 and Fr,Sa 11:00-02:00.
Worth knowing
- HOQ is open at 17:24 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Des Moines (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).