Old Chicago – Italian
Old Chicago hums with the vibrant energy of a classic neighborhood gathering spot, where the comforting scent of hearth-baked dough and zesty spices drifts through a warm, inviting atmosphere. The kitchen crafts a landscape of shareable indulgence, serving up everything from golden-brown Sicilian pepperoni rolls and crispy Italian nachos to bubbling dips and tender, sauce-slicked wings that are perfect for a lively night out.
3800, Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50310 +15157271300 https://oldchicago.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb
Diet fit at Old Chicago
Halal at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Pickles, 6” Little Big Cookie and Spinach Artichoke Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buffalo Chicken Rolls and Bone-In Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bone-In Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Blueberry Cosmo, Sangria Margarita and Bone-In Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including OC Iced Tea, Prohibition Lemonade and Blueberry Cosmo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 19 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Pickles, 6” Little Big Cookie and Bavarian Pretzel Sticks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Parmesan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Old Chicago
Old Chicago in Des Moines has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Blueberry Cosmo and OC Mai Tai. 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 Old Chicago
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Nachos | 149.8 g | 67.4 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Rolls | 61.2 g | 65.2 g |
| Thai Pie | 113.2 g | 63.9 g |
| Chicago 7 Calzone | 10.5 g | 60.7 g |
| Chicago Fire Calzone | 27.8 g | 57 g |
| Spaghetti Pie | 54.6 g | 56.3 g |
| Chicago 7 | 10.3 g | 52.8 g |
| Double Deckeroni | 35.7 g | 49.9 g |
| Meat Me | 29.2 g | 48.6 g |
| BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger | 29.6 g | 43 g |
| Chicken Bacon Mac | 93.5 g | 39.7 g |
| Patron Margarita | 115.8 g | 37.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Taproom Starters
- Sicilian Pepperoni Rolls: Signature dough, pepperoni, fresh green onions, cheese, pizza sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Rolls: Roasted chicken, buffalo sauce, mozzarella cheese, celery, bleu cheese dressing, signature dough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Nachos: Pasta chips, mozzarella, pepper jack, pepperoni, pepperoncini, fresh green onions, Italian sausage, signature red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bavarian Pretzel Sticks: Four Bavarian pretzel sticks, mustard beer cheese sauce made with Guinness Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Dippin' Strips: OC thick pizza crust, mozzarella, garlic butter, house seasoning, signature red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Twisted Tenders: Buttermilk marinated chicken tenders, twisted seasoned flour blend Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Artichoke Dip: Spinach, artichokes, mozzarella, parmesan, pasta chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Wings: Served with celery sticks and choice of ranch or bleu cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone-In Wings: Served with celery sticks and choice of ranch or bleu cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks: Breaded and fried mozzarella, signature red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles: Panko breaded, zesty southern spice blend, ranch or sweet Thai chili sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Pizzas
- Chicago 7: Pepperoni, Italian sausage, red onions, black olives, mozzarella, green peppers, sliced mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Me: Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, andouille sausage, pepperoni, green olive, fresh basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Deckeroni: Double pepperoni, Parmesan cheese, hot sauce, parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Pie: Sweet Thai chili sauce, mozzarella, pepper jack, cheddar, roasted chicken, mushrooms, red peppers, broccoli, sesame seeds, green onions, teriyaki sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer's Daughter: Fresh mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, pesto sauce, cheese, fresh arugula, balsamic drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie 7: Mozzarella, red onions, green bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, black olives, artichoke hearts, red peppers Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza: Ranch sauce, roasted chicken, bacon, mozzarella, green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Old Chicago Chopped: Applewood chicken, peppered bacon, blue cheese, tomatoes, green onions, creamy herb dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Caesar: Cajun-seasoned grilled chicken, romaine, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, croutons Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken & Apple Walnut: Fresh greens, bleu cheese crumbles, apple slices, toasted walnuts, sun-dried cranberries, applewood chicken, creamy herb dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Calzones
- Chicago 7 Calzone: Pepperoni, Italian sausage, red onions, black olives, green peppers, sliced mushrooms, mozzarella, ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicago Fire Calzone: Pepperoni, Italian sausage, red peppers, red onions, pepperoncini, carrots, celery, ricotta, mozzarella, fresh jalapeño Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- Chicken Caesar Wrap: Romaine, applewood grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caprese Sandwich: Grilled chicken, pesto, mozzarella, tomato, arugula, balsamic drizzle Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich: Crispy chicken breast, lettuce, dill pickles, ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger: Signature BBQ sauce, American cheese, peppered bacon strips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Cheeseburger: American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, roasted garlic aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crafted Beer Burger: Grilled with light lager, beer cheese sauce made with Guinness, crispy onion strings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Wrap: Applewood grilled chicken salad, bacon, lettuce, tomato, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Pasta
- Spaghetti Pie: Spaghetti, Alfredo sauce, Parmesan, mozzarella, Romano, Italian cheeses, choice of marinara or Alfredo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan: Basil and Parmesan encrusted chicken breast, mozzarella, penne, fresh basil, signature red sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bacon Mac: Cavatappi, golden beer cheese sauce, applewood chicken, peppered bacon, basil bread crumb topping Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto Alfredo: Penne Alfredo, applewood chicken, broccoli, diced tomatoes, pesto, Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs: Italian sausage & ground beef meatballs, spaghetti, signature red sauce, fresh basil, parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- 6” Little Big Cookie: Deep-dish chocolate chip cookie dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- 9” Big Cookie: Deep-dish chocolate chip cookie dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Doughnut Bites: Fried doughnut balls, cinnamon sugar, fudge and caramel dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Triple Chocolate Brownie: Scratch made brownie, fudge sauce, ice cream, caramel drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Classic Mojito: Bacardi Limón rum, fresh mint, lime, sugar, splash of soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Sunset Beach: Malibu coconut rum, blackberry brandy, sour, pineapple & cranberry juice
- Prohibition Lemonade: Crown Royal whisky and lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Basil Lemonade: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, strawberry purée, lemonade, muddled basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Blueberry Cosmo: SKYY Pacific Blueberry vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- OC Mai Tai: Malibu Rum, Disarronno Amaretto, pineapple juice, orange juice, strawberry purée Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Caribbean Mule: Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, pineapple juice, lime sour mix, ginger beer
- Kentucky Mule: Woodford Reserve bourbon, fresh lime juice, ginger beer
- Moscow Mule: Stolichnaya vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger beer
- Hail Mary: Smirnoff Citrus vodka, bloody mary mix, Tabasco, bacon, pepperoni, olives, pickles, beer chaser
- Chicago 7 Mary: Ketel One vodka, house bloody mary mix, pepperoni, Italian sausage, black olive, green pepper, mushroom, onion, beer chaser
- Classic Margarita: El Jimador Reposado tequila, lime sour mix
- Patron Margarita: Patron Silver tequila, Cointreau, lime sour, Grand Marnier float
- Sangria Margarita: Milagro Silver Tequila, house Sangria, sour mix Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- OC Iced Tea: Smirnoff Vanilla, Raspberry, and Orange vodkas, sour, cola Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Mango! Mango! Iced Tea: Absolut Mango vodka, Bacardi rum, Tanqueray gin, sour, lemon-lime soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Chicago
- Is Old Chicago halal-friendly?
- Yes. Old Chicago has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Pickles, 6” Little Big Cookie and Spinach Artichoke Dip.
- What can I eat at Old Chicago on a halal diet?
- Fried Pickles, 6” Little Big Cookie and Spinach Artichoke Dip carry the halal tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Old Chicago have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including OC Iced Tea and Prohibition Lemonade.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Old Chicago?
- Italian Nachos, at roughly 67.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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