Simon's – American
Simon’s offers a warm, convivial escape where the air is rich with the aroma of roasted garlic and bubbling, herb-infused cheeses. The experience centers on the art of the shared table, inviting guests to linger over golden-crisp crostini and savory stuffed mushrooms before refreshing the palate with vibrant, garden-fresh salads drizzled in tangy balsamic.
5800, Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50322 +15152553725 http://www.simonsdsm.com/0Cuisine: American
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 Simon's
Dairy-Free at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings, Scallops and Beef Tenderloin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scallops, House Salad and Beef Tenderloin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Crostini, The J. Ben's Pizza and Onion Rings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 9 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad, Seafood Bisque and Beef Tenderloin w/ Portabella Mushroom Onion Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Simon's
Simon's in Des Moines has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup Dejour, Domestic Beer Bottle and Coca Cola Products. 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 Simon's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cordon Bleu | 2.6 g | 78.5 g |
| Seafood Cioppino | 48.7 g | 61.8 g |
| Italian Hoagie | 45.6 g | 61.8 g |
| Grinder | 11.5 g | 57.6 g |
| Sherry Cream Pasta | 5 g | 53.3 g |
| Chicken Florentine | 40.5 g | 50.5 g |
| Steak DeBurgo | 40.3 g | 47.7 g |
| Seafood Bisque | 37.1 g | 42.6 g |
| Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad | 27.6 g | 36.2 g |
| The J. Ben's Pizza | 12.2 g | 32.7 g |
| Vodka Pasta w/ Grazianos | 59.6 g | 27.5 g |
| Mushroom Crostini | 53.7 g | 25.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Garlic Cheese Bread - $10.95: Four slices of garlic-buttered Italian bread, topped with mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $9.95: Hand-dipped, hand-coated rings made from scratch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Artichoke Dip - $11.95: Artichoke dip with plenty of parmesan (no spinach). Served with toast points. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Crostini - $11.95: Button & portabella mushrooms sauteed with butter, garlic, rosemary, and parmesan. Served with toast points. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Three Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms - $10.95: Ricotta, mozzarella, & parmesan cheese combined with diced jalapeños & bacon bits. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $12.95: Toast topped with Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Garlic & Basil. Drizzled with Balsamic Vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Baked Cheese - $9.95: Feta cheese drizzled with olive oil, baked golden brown. Topped with black olives & tomatoes, served with toast points. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $6.95: Mixture of greens, tomato & cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Salad - $10.95: Tossed greens with cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta, herb vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad - $10.95: Candied walnuts, fresh mozzarella cheese, dried cranberries, apples, and shallots with balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BB's Special Salad - $10.95: Mixture of greens, feta cheese, bacon bits, granny smith apples, glazed walnuts, tossed with poppy-seed & onion dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $9.95: Large house salad topped with mozzarella, extra tomatoes, cucumbers & croutons. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup Dejour - $4.5: Homemade featured soup of the day. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Bisque - $4.5: House seafood bisque. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
House Specialties
- Steak DeBurgo - $37.95: U.S.D.A. Choice Beef Tenderloin Sautéed in garlic, fresh oregano, basil, butter, & spices. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tenderloin w/ Portabella Mushroom Onion Sauce - $37.95: U.S.D.A. Choice beef tenderloin with Mushroom Cream Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tenderloin - $35.95: USDA Choice Beef Tenderloin grilled. Served with potatoes & Veggies. Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York New York - $32.95: New York strip topped with mushrooms, spinach & cream sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork DeBurgo - $19.95: 8oz. Pork Tenderloin sautéed in DeBurgo seasoning with garlic butter & cream. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Florentine - $21.95: Chicken breast topped with capicola, sautéed spinach & asiago cheese, dijon mustard cream sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cordon Bleu - $19.95: Chicken breast topped with Swiss cheese, Canadian bacon and buttermilk cream sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Sausage Chicken - $19.95: Chicken breast stuffed with Grazianos sausage, asiago cheese & red pepper topped with alfredo. Served over potatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Lamb Chops - $28.95: Lamb chops covered in dry rub, grilled and topped with balsamic drizzle. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Pasta Dinners
- Lasagna - $24.95: Graziano's sausage, cottage cheese, basil, marinara and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $15.95: Fettuccine noodles with rich, creamy alfredo sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manicotti - $19.95: Four cheeses, onions, spinach, & portabella mushrooms stuffed into pasta shells. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chicken over Pasta - $19.95: Chicken breast stuffed with garlic, basil & mixed cheeses. Served over spaghetti with alfredo & marinara. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Stroganoff - $26.95: Mushrooms, beef loin and strip in a homemade sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vodka Pasta w/ Grazianos - $20.95: Grazianos sausage, spicy vodka sauce, onion, peppers, tomatoes, and garlic. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sherry Cream Pasta - $20.95: Chicken, Shallot, Mushroom, Asparagus, and Roasted Red Peppers in sherry wine sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $22.95: Breaded Chicken Breast with mozzarella and parmesan cheese over pasta. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Scallops - $36.95: Four-Five Fresh Sea Scallops pan seared. Served with potatoes & veggies. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $23.95: Garlic, basil & fresh lemon, sautéed & served over linguini. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf & Turf - $44.95: 6 oz. beef tenderloin medallion with choice of two scallops or three shrimp. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Seafood Cioppino - $29.95: Shrimp and Scallops sautéed in spicy white wine and red cream sauce over linguini. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Salmon - $24.95: Baked Sushi Grade Salmon topped with a creamy dill sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
Pizza
- Aoli California Pizza - $13.95: Garlic olive oil, artichokes, tomatoes, spinach, roasted garlic, parmesan & mozzarella. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Bianca Pizza - $13.95: White sauce, roasted garlic, sweet red peppers, tomatoes, mozzarella, romano & parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Honey Garlic Chicken Alfredo Pizza - $13.95: White sauce, chicken, garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan and honey.
- The J. Ben's Pizza - $13.95: Pepperoni, Graziano sausage, onion, jalapeños, mushroom, banana peppers, mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Sandwiches
- Homemade Meatball Sandwich - $13.95: Meatball, marinara, roasted sweet peppers & mozzarella on a toasted hoagie.
- Grinder - $13.95: Ground Graziano's sausage, peppers, onions, & marinara on a toasted hoagie with mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach, High-Fiber
- Italian Hoagie - $13.95: Cappicola, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, Sausage, Garlic, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, & onion. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free
Kid's Menu
- Baked Pasta - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Spaghetti & Meatball - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Mac and Cheese - $8
Beverages
- Coca Cola Products - $2: 16oz soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Milk, Coffee, or Tea - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Domestic Beer Bottle - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Moscato, Castello Di Poggio - $7: Italy - Sweet, fruity, finishing with light effervescence. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Simon's
- Is Simon's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Simon's has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings, Scallops and Beef Tenderloin.
- What can I eat at Simon's on a dairy-free diet?
- Onion Rings, Scallops and Beef Tenderloin carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Simon's have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Soup Dejour and Domestic Beer Bottle.
- Is Simon's gluten-free?
- 4 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 Simon's?
- Cordon Bleu, at roughly 78.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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