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   GregM

   Des Moines

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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   We Love this place. Perfect Date night with excellent food and an amazing wine selection. We celebrated out anniversary and it didn't disappoint.

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   Yawn

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 March 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   food and service excellent, zero complaints, i would say the decor 'could be a little more intimate but thats also a personal thing and others would think its great but overall just excellent

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   JimK

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 11 March 2023

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   My husband and I ate at Midtown Reserve on Friday, March 10. It was our first visit. The food was very, very good - everything we had was top-notch. We shared the crab stuffed mushrooms and both of us had a side caesar. My entree was the seared tuna; my husband had the blackened salmon. A bottle of the Italian pinot grigio was very reasonably priced. Our wait staff were attendant and efficient. My only "dings" to the overall experience are probably minor issues. I hate being called "guys" or being asked if I'm still "working" on my food. There are so many other ways of addressing the situation. And lastly, the view is weird: here you are, eating a terrific meal and your view is a parking lot. With tip, the bill for the two of us was over $200. We'll be back, but not frequently.

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   MikeO

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 10 March 2023

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   Service was fantastic from the moment we walked in. The food was amazing, from the bread w/cayenne butter to the blackened samon and 12 oz filet we had for dinner, both entrees just melted in your mouth. We will definitely be returning regularly!

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   PhilipW

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 8 March 2023

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   Everything was great - drinks, food, service, setting.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Des Moines

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 3 March 2023

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   The only negative for us was the price point. We dine out frequently at upscale restaurants like Orchard Green in Iowa City and Cobble Hill in Cedar Rapids. Your prices are a bit high for the quantity of food. The quantity of the entree was fine but would be helpful to include a potato and vegetable to the plate. The quality, ambiance and service were outstanding.

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   LoriS

   Denver

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 26 February 2023

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   Excellent food and service

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   DanL

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 25 February 2023

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   Highly recommend this place. It is definitely pricey but this was my second visit and the food and service is phenomenal. Had Megan as our server and she was great.

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   CathyS

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 24 February 2023

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   Highly recommend for an outstanding dinner. Great service!

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    maryc

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

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    It was very loud - a table of about 10 people. It was really hard to hear and therefore, affected our enjoyment. I would recommend people try it and then make their own decision about whether to return.

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    Pete

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2023

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    The menu and it's offerings were expensive and our bill for two for dinner was $250. I did send a manhattan drink to another table to a friend(and that was $18). I'd say over-priced for Cedar Rapids.

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    CraigC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

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    Great food! Must have it the lobster bisque. Filets r huge and the wild rice is delish! Great bartender and servers as well. All in all an awesome experience for my girls birthday..🔥💣😍

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    DanL

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2023

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    This place is not cheap by any means, however, the food is very, very good. As they advertise, this is not a restaurant you would go to every month, primarily because of their pricing, but I would highly encourage you to try it.

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    BarbaraH

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2023

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    My husband and I went to Midtown Reserve for a grownup date night. The steak and seafood menu and wine list were just what we were looking for. Small but surprisingly classy place off the beaten path.

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    happycustomer

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2023

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    This was our first time at Midtown Reserve. We had heard great things about this place and finally got to try it. The service, food, and drinks were amazing! We will be back without a doubt. We were so impressed! Thanks!

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    Parks

    Naples

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 28 January 2023

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    Will definitely be back. Quaint venue. Food was super. Portions are large. Bring a nice bottle of Cabernet and enjoy!

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great food.

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18. DR

    DRay

    Des Moines

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 21 January 2023

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    This restaurant has so much potential but has fallen short on two separate occasions. On each occasion there were only 2 less than desirable reservation times and when we entered the restaurant, on the first visit no one else came in the whole evening. On the second visit, there were two other tables so I didn't understand the difficulty in getting the time we would have preferred to dine. We started with cocktails and quickly discovered the bartending isn't consistent from bartender to bartender. I ordered a cosmopolitan was served sans Cointreau and staff did not offer to correct the problem. I was excited to see some nice wines on our first visit, but took a pass after seeing the bottles stored in what looked like a shower enclosure and at room temperature. On our second visit we brought our own wine and paid corkage, only to be presented with two cloudy glasses and after the bottle was opened and it was "serve yourself". I did enjoy my pricey steak, however. Servers were busy chatting at the bar and not very attentive.

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    LoganS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 January 2023

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    Amazing food, fantastic wine, ran out of the ribeye which was disappointing. However, the meal was still spectacular.

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    AlexB

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 January 2023

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    There to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Food was great and had a great time!

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    BrendanM

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 January 2023

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    Great food, well worth the price. Perfect place for a special occasion.

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22. LB

    LBrown

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Such a great spot! Small space with great wine and food!

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2023

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    The four of us had to eat at a high top table, which was way too small to accommodate all the food. The food was very good, but we asked for our steak to be medium rare, but it was medium, so cooked a little more than we like! Otherwise, we really liked it and will definitely be back!

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2022

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    When we arrived, we were told we had 90 minutes to eat and leave. Not unheard of, but 90 minutes was not enough time and we were not notified at the time of booking the table. While the four reminders of this time limit throughout dinner was very unwelcoming and uncomfortable, the real problem was with the cold dismissal. The check was brought with dessert and we were asked to leave with half full wine and drink glasses just 10 minutes beyond the set time limit. There were tables that were sat before us still eating and not being asked to leave and three empty tables at that time. Very bizarre. Good food, but awkward and somewhat embarrassing end to what could have been a great experience.

    Midtown ReserveResponded on 6 January 2023Hello! We apologize for any confusion on our table times. Our policies are listed on OpenTable at time of booking your reservation, but understand that can be overlooked. The evening of your reservation we did have large parties who are honored a longer dining time. Our serving team is asked to remind guests of their time restriction when guests arrive late as to not make any one feel uncomfortable. Our serving team is trained to offer bar seating for walk-ins or those who wish to stick around past their dining time, whether it is to enjoy a dessert or drink. Unfortunately, there was a table assigned to your seat afterward whom sat down 10 minutes late. We want to ensure all patrons are seated at their booked time and also have the opportunity to dine the full time they are offered. We apologize for any confusion and hope your next dining experience with us is enjoyable.

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    Iowaborn

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome food! We went for our wedding anniversary. It was a special treat!

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and fun staff

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    keithr

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2022

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    First visit to the restaurant. Outstanding service...food was excellent. Will be back soon!

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    JeffreyM

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2022

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    Excellent food, wine and service - overall a fabulous experience! Noise levels made conversation difficult.

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    IaGirl

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2022

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    The special wine dinner was excellent. Traci’s pairings with each course were spot on. The food in each course was prepared & presented extremely well. Congrats to the Chef & all involved in this superb event.

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    BruceM

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2022

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    Exceptional menu Every course was very good Caesar Salad was very good The main course was very good but it was served on a cold plate and for a thin slice of meat it meant that the meat and potatoes were cold The dessert was very good.

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31. KG

    KateG

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2022

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    5 course wine and dinner pairing.

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    DianeS

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2022

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    The best steak we’ve had in years. It literally melted in your mouth. Loved the menu… so many good options. Recommend sharing a salad… too much for 1 person. Love the sharing sides too. Great service… maybe too attentive. We felt rushed at times. Cool space. Would maybe add some lights and porch pots outside… it’s pretty dark and not the most visible location. Will come back!

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    Jared

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2022

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    Food and service were fantastic. A breath of fresh air for CR. I would recommend something to dampen the noise though. Ambience was great until the place filled up. Then, it was hard to hear across our table.

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    AmyW

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2022

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    Great food, fun atmosphere, we will be back! Fun date night or night out with friends spot!

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    ChrisD

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2022

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    Took my wife here for our anniversary and would go back again. Great place to have a quiet dinner.

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36. DR

    DRay

    Des Moines

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2022

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    Well executed steaks and pleasant service.

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    GregM

    Des Moines

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2022

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    This place is only been open a few weeks, but my wife and I went there for her birthday. Excellent experience. Highly recommend. We travel all over the US and eat in our fair share of fine, dining, restaurants, and the steak that was prepared for me. Would rival any place I’ve ever been. Two thumbs up We will be back!!!

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38. TB

    ToddB

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Great food with unique preparations on traditional favorites! Great wine list and cozy atmosphere!

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    Laxus

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Intimate, moody ambience gives great upscale fine dining vibes. Food cooked perfectly; great quality cuts of meat. Apps and sides are delicious.

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    BrendaH

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2022

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    Great service. Blackened salmon was amazing. Scallops were perfectly prepared. This is a place for top notch food. Everything was fresh. Thanks Midtown Reserve for a great “date night” experience.

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