Looking for low-carb-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are The Station on Ingersoll, G. Mig's 5th Street Pub and Nightingale Cocktail, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry low-carb-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover upscale restaurants in Des Moines with low carb options. Budget-friendly low carb dining.
Des Moines's Upscale Low Carb Destinations
Des Moines offers a sophisticated selection of upscale dining destinations perfect for those seeking a refined, low-carb experience without sacrificing flavor. This curated collection highlights premier steakhouses like Prime and Providence and 801 Chophouse, where high-quality cuts of meat and elegant atmospheres take center stage. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, these establishments provide the ideal setting for a protein-rich meal in the heart of the city.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Low Carb Restaurants in Des Moines | Upscale & Low Carb
- The Station on Ingersoll · rated 4/5: 4 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- G. Mig's 5th Street Pub · rated 4/5: 3 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nightingale Cocktail · rated 4/5: 3 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Trostel's Greenbriar · rated 3/5: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- The Green Olive: 11 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Skip's: 10 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Motley School Tavern: 9 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Johnny's Italian Steakhouse: 9 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe: 8 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Sakari Sushi Lounge: 7 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Drake Diner: 7 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Urban Cellar: 7 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Iowa Beef Steakhouse: 6 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- W-Tao Sushi: 6 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Rolling Wok Cafe: 6 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Tasty Tacos: 6 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Prime and Providence: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Friedrichs Coffee: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- 801 Chophouse: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Johnny's Italian Steakhouse: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Monterrey Mexican Restaurant: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Gameday: 5 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Waterfront Seafood Market: 4 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Mad Meatball: 4 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- El Bait Shop: 4 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Paul Revere's Pizza: 4 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Palmer's Deli: 3 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Francie's Bar & Grill: 3 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fong's Pizza: 3 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Old Chicago: 3 low-carb-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
