Perkins – American
This welcoming neighborhood staple wraps guests in the nostalgic warmth of a classic American diner, where the scent of griddled batter and slow-simmered savory classics creates an immediate sense of home. Indulgent pancake platters transform iconic pies into decadent morning feasts dripping with wildberries and silk chocolate, while hearty family-style portions of tender pot roast and golden-brown meatloaf offer a soul-satisfying escape into pure comfort.
Perkins, McKinley Avenue, Watrous South, Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50321, United States https://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Perkins
Halal at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter, French Silk Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bottomless Glass of Iced Tea and Bottomless Pot of Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter, French Silk Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter, French Silk Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bottomless Glass of Iced Tea and Bottomless Pot of Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 7 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter, French Silk Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at Perkins
Perkins in Des Moines has 2 plant-based-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bottomless Glass of Iced Tea and Bottomless Pot of Coffee. 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 Perkins
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Build-A-Breakfast | 144.4 g | 69.9 g |
| Classic Pot Roast Family Meal | 52.2 g | 54.3 g |
| Turkey & Ham Holiday Celebration Feast | 109.8 g | 47.8 g |
| Grilled Chicken Family Meal | 50.5 g | 42.9 g |
| Ham Holiday Celebration Feast | 107.9 g | 42.7 g |
| Homestyle Meatloaf Family Meal | 56 g | 38.8 g |
| Breakfast All Day Family Meal | 79.5 g | 34.3 g |
| Turkey Holiday Celebration Feast | 109.2 g | 29.1 g |
| Crispy Chicken Strips Family Meal | 57.9 g | 27.1 g |
| Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter | 23 g | 4.6 g |
| Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter | 16 g | 3.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast All Day
- French Silk Pie Pancake Platter - $14.99: Pancakes inspired by French Silk pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter - $14.99: Pancakes topped with wildberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter - $14.99: Pancakes with caramel and apple pie toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Build-A-Breakfast - $12.99: Two large farm-raised eggs, choice of Applewood smoked bacon, sausage links, sausage patties or turkey sausage patties, choice of potato, and choice of pancakes, Mammoth Muffin, toast or biscuits Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Family Meals
- Classic Pot Roast Family Meal - $49.99: Braised beef, green peas, carrots, onions, beef gravy. Served with 2 sides and 4 biscuits Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homestyle Meatloaf Family Meal - $49.99: Sweet-glazed meatloaf, crispy onions, beef gravy. Served with 2 sides and 4 biscuits Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Strips Family Meal - $44.99: Crispy chicken breast strips, Honey Mustard or BBQ sauce. Served with 2 sides and 4 biscuits Dietary tags: Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Family Meal - $46.99: Seasoned grilled chicken breasts, black bean corn relish. Served with 2 sides and 4 biscuits Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast All Day Family Meal - $39.99: Buttermilk pancakes, scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, choice of two breakfast meats. Serves 4 Available at: breakfast, brunch
Celebration Feasts
- Turkey Holiday Celebration Feast - $149.99: Roasted turkey, homestyle stuffing, three seasonal sides, dozen biscuits, two whole pies. Serves 10 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey & Ham Holiday Celebration Feast - $159.99: Roasted turkey, grilled ham, homestyle stuffing, three holiday sides, dozen biscuits, two whole pies. Serves 10 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham Holiday Celebration Feast - $139.99: Grilled ham, homestyle stuffing, three sides, dozen biscuits, two whole pies. Serves 10 Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- French Silk Hot Chocolate - $3.99: Hot chocolate inspired by French Silk pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- French Silk Cold Brew - $4.49: Cold brew coffee inspired by French Silk pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Bottomless Pot of Coffee - $2.99: Freshly brewed coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottomless Glass of Iced Tea - $2.99: Chilled iced tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Perkins
- Is Perkins halal-friendly?
- Yes. Perkins has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter, French Silk Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter.
- What can I eat at Perkins on a halal diet?
- Wildberry Pie Pancake Platter, French Silk Pie Pancake Platter and Caramel Apple Pie Pancake Platter carry the halal tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Perkins have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bottomless Glass of Iced Tea and Bottomless Pot of Coffee.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Perkins?
- Build-A-Breakfast, at roughly 69.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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