801 Chophouse – Steakhouse
This premier destination exudes the timeless glamour of a classic American chophouse, where the clink of crystal and the hum of lively conversation fill a space defined by rich textures and polished sophistication. The kitchen elevates the art of the starter, presenting everything from briny oysters Rockefeller and buttery Maryland jumbo lump crab cakes to the primal decadence of roasted marrow bones. Each plate arrives as a masterclass in indulgence, inviting guests to linger over tender Spanish octopus or delicate scallop Benedict in an atmosphere that celebrates the pinnacle of refined dining.
801, Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50309 +15152886000 https://801chophouse.com/des-moines/0Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at 801 Chophouse
Dairy-Free at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Filet Mignon 12oz, Grilled Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Filet Mignon 12oz, Grilled Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brooklyn Blackout Cake, Grilled Asparagus and Creme Brulee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lobster Bites and Ribeye 16oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Asparagus, Espresso No-Tini and New York Strip 14oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Garlic Mashed and Espresso No-Tini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Asparagus, New York Strip 14oz and Ribeye 16oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse in Des Moines has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Garlic Mashed and 801 Old-Fashioned. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at 801 Chophouse
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lobster Bites | 43.4 g | 51.3 g |
| Steak Tartare | 39.2 g | 49.6 g |
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Prime Beef Carpaccio | 141.6 g | 33.9 g |
| Ribeye 16oz | 1.3 g | 32.8 g |
| Lobster Macaroni & Cheese | 81.8 g | 30.2 g |
| Iceberg Wedge Salad | 45.4 g | 26.5 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Scallop Benedict | 40.2 g | 21.4 g |
| Filet Mignon 12oz | 155.2 g | 17.4 g |
| New York Strip 14oz | 1.3 g | 16.3 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Colossal Shrimp Cocktail - $23: Cocktail Sauce with Fresh Horseradish Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters Rockefeller - $28: Bacon, Caramelized Onion, Spinach, Cream, Anisette, Hollandaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bites - $92: 1lb Lobster Tail, Breaded, Fried, Garlic Remoulade, Sweet Thai Chili Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallop Benedict - $38: Nueske Bacon, Toasted Brioche, Hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meatballs - $22: Sherry Caramelized Onion, Portobello Mushroom Ragout, Parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Octopus - $25: Patatas Bravas, Basil, Saffron Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $24: Zucchini, Roasted Garlic Remoulade Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $27: Chili, Avocado, Orange-Soy Glaze, Sesame, Wasabi Emulsion, Wontons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Marrow Bones - $30: Tomato & Raisin Chutney, Baby Arugula, Pickled Shallot, Caper, Toast Points Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake - $28: Roasted Red Pepper Tartar Sauce, Fennel-Apple Slaw Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Tartare - $26: Caper, Shallot, Mustard, Cornichon, Pickled Shallot, Egg Yolk, Toast Points Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mussels - $20: Campari Tomato, Lemon, Butter, White Wine, Grilled Sourdough Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maple Bourbon Braised Bacon - $29: Dried Cherry Mostarda, Jalapeno Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Beef Carpaccio - $18: Thin Sliced Tenderloin, Lemon, Capers, Arugula, Gruyere, Toast Points Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soup
- French Onion Soup - $14 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bisque - $18 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $17: White Anchovy, Parmesan, Croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iceberg Wedge Salad - $19: Campari Tomato, Maytag Blue Cheese, Bacon Lardon, Blue Cheese Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chophouse Salad - $19: Mixed Baby Greens, Soppressata, Gruyere, Balsamic Red Onion, Parmesan, Garbanzo Bean, Cabernet Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato & Onion Salad - $16: Campari Tomatoes, Red Onion, Mixed Baby Greens, Hearts of Palm, Maytag Blue Cheese, Garlic and Herb Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Petite Filet Mignon 6oz - $54: USDA Prime Wet Aged Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon 8oz - $68: USDA Prime Wet Aged Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon 12oz - $82: USDA Prime Wet Aged Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- New York Strip 14oz - $71: USDA Prime Wet Aged Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribeye 16oz - $71: USDA Prime Wet Aged Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner
- Porterhouse - $143: USDA Prime Dry Aged Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Double Cut Colorado Lamb Chops - $77: Lamb Demi Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Half Roasted Chicken - $43: Red Potato, Onion, Green Bean, Campari Tomato, Lemon Butter Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ora King Salmon - $45: Black Beluga Lentil Guiso, Bacalao Croquette, Mojo Verde Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Grilled Asparagus - $16: Extra Virgin Olive Oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Creamed Spinach - $17: Anisette, Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Macaroni & Cheese - $26: Mornay Sauce, Tarragon, Herbed Bread Crumbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Mashed - $16 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fried Potatoes - $14: House Cut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Grand Marnier Souffle - $19: Vanilla Anglaise, Chocolate Sauce, Berry Compote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Creme Brulee - $14: Vanilla Bean Custard, Fresh Berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brooklyn Blackout Cake - $16: Devil's Food, Tcho Chocolate Pudding, Creme Anglaise, Sea Salt Butterscotch Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- 801 Manhattan - $16: Templeton Rye, Carpano Antica, Black Walnut Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- 801 Old-Fashioned - $16: Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon, Orange Bitters, Luxardo Cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Draft Beer - $7: Selection varies
- Espresso No-Tini - $12: Lyre's Coffee Originale, Espresso, Cream Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Carnivore
Frequently Asked Questions about 801 Chophouse
- Is 801 Chophouse dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. 801 Chophouse has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Filet Mignon 12oz, Grilled Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed.
- What can I eat at 801 Chophouse on a dairy-free diet?
- Filet Mignon 12oz, Grilled Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does 801 Chophouse have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Grilled Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed.
- Is 801 Chophouse gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at 801 Chophouse?
- Lobster Bites, at roughly 51.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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