Star Bar – American
This spirited neighborhood gem invites guests into a warm, bustling atmosphere where the comforting aroma of peppery gravy and buttery, golden-brown biscuits fills the air. Hearty plates of steak and mushroom hash share the table with delicate smoked salmon baguettes and vibrant goat cheese omelettes, creating a soulful brunch experience that perfectly balances rustic comfort with a modern, social energy.
2811, Ingersoll Avenue, 50312 +15152440790 https://www.starbardsm.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Star Bar
Dairy-Free at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak & Mushroom Hash, Edamame and 2 Eggs with Black Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak & Mushroom Hash and 2 Eggs with Meat & Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Granola with Fruit & Yogurt, Kids Grilled Cheese and Crab Rangoons. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turkey, Pepper Bacon & Swiss Panino and Shrimp & Cheese Grits. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak & Mushroom Hash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Granola with Fruit & Yogurt, Kids Grilled Cheese and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Star Bar
Star Bar in Des Moines has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Rangoons, Edamame and Shrimp & Cheese Grits. 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 Star Bar
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Cristo | 20.4 g | 35.7 g |
| Turkey, Pepper Bacon & Swiss Panino | 18 g | 32.7 g |
| Shrimp & Cheese Grits | 19.1 g | 32.2 g |
| Turkey Caesar Wrap | 27.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Omelette | 6.9 g | 14.1 g |
| Steak & Mushroom Hash | 18.8 g | 13.1 g |
| Cuban Sandwich | 15.7 g | 11.4 g |
| Cheeseburger | 64.6 g | 9.5 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Pancakes | 49.7 g | 7.9 g |
| Biscuits & Gravy (Half) | 22.2 g | 7.3 g |
| Kids Burger | 39.2 g | 7.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Breakfast Plates
- Biscuits & Gravy (Half) - $4.99: Biscuits and gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy (Full) - $6.99: Biscuits and gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Eggs with Meat & Potatoes - $7.99: 2 eggs, choice of bacon, ham or sausage, breakfast potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Eggs with Black Beans - $7.99: 2 eggs, chipotle black beans, tortillas, salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak & Mushroom Hash - $11.99: Steak, mushroom hash, 2 eggs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Omelette - $8.99: 3 eggs, roasted red peppers, spinach, goat cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham & Cheddar Omelette - $8.99: 3 eggs, Niman Ranch ham, cheddar Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Baguette with Smoked Salmon - $10.99: Smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, capers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Pancakes - $5.99: Pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $6.99: Belgian waffle, fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Shrimp & Cheese Grits - $11.99: Shrimp, cheese grits, 2 eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Granola with Fruit & Yogurt - $5.99: Granola, fruit, yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $6.99: Egg, cheese, choice of ham or sausage, biscuit, breakfast potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches
- Cuban Sandwich - $7.99: Roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey, Pepper Bacon & Swiss Panino - $7.99: Turkey, pepper bacon, Swiss cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $8.99: Beef patty, choice of cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Cheesesteak - $7.99: Blackened chicken, cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Caesar Wrap - $8.99: Turkey, Caesar dressing, wrap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monte Cristo - $8.99: Ham, turkey, Swiss, French toast style, raspberry jam Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Small Plates
- Pork Potstickers - $6.99: Pork, soy sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Springrolls - $7.99: BBQ chicken, mango salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $4.99: Crispy soy beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoons - $6.99: Crab, sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
Kids plates are served with choice of a drink.
- Kids Penne Pasta - $4.99: Penne pasta, butter, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Chicken Fingers - $4.99: Chicken fingers, star fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Grilled Chicken Breast - $6.99: Grilled chicken breast, mashed potatoes, green beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Grilled Cheese - $4.99: Grilled cheese, star fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Burger - $4.99: Burger, star fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Star Bar
- Is Star Bar dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Star Bar has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak & Mushroom Hash, Edamame and 2 Eggs with Black Beans.
- What can I eat at Star Bar on a dairy-free diet?
- Steak & Mushroom Hash, Edamame and 2 Eggs with Black Beans 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 Star Bar have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Edamame.
- Is Star Bar gluten-free?
- 2 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 Star Bar?
- Monte Cristo, at roughly 35.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near Star Bar
- Blue Shark Ale House — American
- Palmer's Deli — American
- The Station on Ingersoll — American
- Crème Cupcake — American
- Drake Diner — American
- South Union Bread Cafe — American
- Gateway Market Café — American
- Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe — American
- Motley School Tavern — American
- Clyde's Fine Diner — American
- The Breakfast Club — American
- Zombie Burger & Drink Lab — American
