Looking for mediterranean-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Michael's Pizza, HoQ and Joppa Experience, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry mediterranean-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Des Moines's Upscale Mediterranean Destinations
Discover the refined flavors of the coast right in the heart of Des Moines with our curated selection of upscale Mediterranean dining destinations. From the farm-to-table elegance of HoQ to the immersive cultural flavors found at Joppa Experience, these establishments offer a sophisticated take on traditional regional dishes. Whether you are seeking a romantic evening or a polished business dinner, these spots provide an elevated atmosphere paired with the vibrant spices and fresh ingredients of the Mediterranean.
7 restaurants in Best Upscale Mediterranean Restaurants in Des Moines | Upscale Mediterranean Food
- Michael's Pizza: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Italian.
- HoQ: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Mediterranean.
- Joppa Experience: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Mediterranean.
- Kava DSM: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Mediterranean.
- The Green Olive: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Mediterranean.
- Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Mediterranean.
- Fresko: Menu includes mediterranean-tagged dishes. Mediterranean (often associated with "fresh.
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.






