Dining News in Des Moines

Same chowder, new chapter: Wally’s Chowder House gets upgrades under new owners

Wally’s Chowder House has been feeding Des Moines seafood, its world famous chowder, and towering plates of fried fish for decades, going all the way back to its earlier life […]

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DES MOINES BIZ: After ~30 years, Red Robin in Des Moines expected to close Sept. 3

by EditorAugust 28, 2026August 29, 2026

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SeaTac’s breakfast table: keeping the griddle hot since 1959

Des Moines Crawl event, Oktoberfest will support local restaurants Sept. 18–20

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Here’s the ragin’ lineup for Kent’s Cajun & Creole Fest, coming Saturday, Aug. 15 – get your FREE tickets now

by EditorJuly 23, 2026July 23, 2026

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REMINDER: South King County Business Expo is FREE this Thursday, July 16 at ShoWare Center

by EditorJuly 14, 2026July 14, 2026

Life’s too short for airport coffee; SeaTac’s drink stands offer more

REMINDER: Des Moines Crawl Series will celebrate Juneteenth with waterfront dining event TONIGHT

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Des Moines Area Food Bank offering free Summer Meals for children starting Thursday, June 18

by EditorJune 17, 2026June 17, 2026

Des Moines Crawl Series to celebrate Juneteenth with waterfront dining event on Friday night, June 19

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An unlikely East African food destination, three miles from Sea-Tac Airport

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Your neighborhood diner Huckleberry Square offers value and community

’Global Dining District’ puts SeaTac on the map for global cuisine

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Grand opening set for Blue fish Sushi in Des Moines this Saturday, May 2

by EditorApril 28, 2026April 28, 2026

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Marina Mercantile counts down the days until closing May 9 with Afternoon Tea and Wine Tastings, while also plotting next steps

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New Des Moines Crawl Series aims to boost small businesses and local spending starting this Friday, April 24

by EditorApril 21, 2026April 21, 2026

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REMINDER: Downtown Kent Wine Walk is this Saturday night, April 11

by EditorApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026

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SeaTac’s new Global Dining District highlights 30 multicultural restaurants

by EditorMarch 23, 2026August 5, 2026

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Wally’s Chowder House in Des Moines to be sold amid past scrutiny of buyer and seller

by Scott SchaeferMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

Final season begins for Marina Mercantile and Afternoon Tea in Des Moines

Lumberjack-themed pancake breakfast fundraiser set for Saturday, Mar. 14 at Judson Park in Des Moines

Celebrate Valentine’s at Marina Mercantile with Themed Tea, Paint and Sip Night

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Circo Circo Mexican Restaurant to close after more than 25 years serving region

by EditorFebruary 3, 2026February 3, 2026

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Kent Eagles invite community to membership drive supporting veterans on Saturday, Jan. 17

by EditorJanuary 9, 2026January 9, 2026

Rich cultural celebrations make the holidays Wonderful in Burien

Santa is back for Pet Photos in Des Moines on Sunday, Dec. 14; plus a full slate of holiday fun at Marina Mercantile

‘Tis the Season at Marina Mercantile: more events, unique gifts, holiday tea, special cocktails, and more

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Nominations now open for first ‘Best of Seattle Southside Awards’

by EditorSeptember 24, 2025September 24, 2025

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After serving breakfast for 65 years, SeaTac’s Pancake Chef will flip its last flapjack Sept. 28

by EditorSeptember 21, 2025September 21, 2025

Halloween-themed afternoon tea, autumn classes and events, and new craft cocktails liven up Fall at Marina Mercantile

Marina Mercantile doubles down on Afternoon Tea, Dinner, Cocktails, and now…Events!

How Seattle’s most community-centered Farmers Markets are erasing King County’s food deserts

Cajun and Creole Fest will bring the soul of Louisiana to Downtown Kent on Saturday, Aug. 16

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Des Moines Area Food Bank announces 2025 free summer meal sites

by EditorJune 25, 2025June 25, 2025

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Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s Bayside Sneaker Ball on Saturday, June 14 will be a night of style, sneakers, community & celebration!

by EditorMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025