The Republic on Grand – American
Perched with a commanding view of the city, this sophisticated social hub blends modern elegance with a playful, chef-driven approach to shared plates. The kitchen transforms fresh ingredients into vibrant experiences, from the delicate silkiness of beef carpaccio to the addictive, honey-kissed heat of artisanal pinsa romana. It is a space designed for lingering, where every bite of creamy goat cheese terrine or smoky chicken wings is complemented by a lively atmosphere and a sense of urban discovery.
401, East Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50309 +15155186070 http://www.therepublicongrand.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, high-fiber, aip, alkaline, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at The Republic on Grand
Halal at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Oatmeal Pie, Cast Iron Cookie and Margherita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shrimp Gnocchi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Exile Ruthie and Big Grove Easy Eddy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Oatmeal Pie, Cast Iron Cookie and Crème Brûlée St. Germain Flight. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 9 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Oatmeal Pie, Cast Iron Cookie and Crème Brûlée St. Germain Flight. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 12 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Oatmeal Pie, Cast Iron Cookie and Crème Brûlée St. Germain Flight. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 2 plant-based-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Exile Ruthie and Big Grove Easy Eddy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Fiber at The Republic on Grand
The Republic on Grand in Des Moines has 9 high-fiber-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Oatmeal Pie, Crème Brûlée St. Germain Flight and Grilled Faroe Island Salmon. 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 The Republic on Grand
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ahi Tuna Salad | 77.1 g | 82.1 g |
| Goat Cheese Terrine | 132.7 g | 51.9 g |
| Salumi & Charcuterie | 25.3 g | 43.3 g |
| Shrimp Gnocchi | 27 g | 43.2 g |
| Hot Honey Pepperoni | 73.3 g | 34.6 g |
| Roasted Amish Chicken Half | 28.4 g | 26.1 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Cheesebread Pinsa Romana | 17.9 g | 21.2 g |
| Warm Oatmeal Pie | 206.5 g | 21.1 g |
| Roasted Mushroom | 15 g | 19.4 g |
| Spinach Fettuccine and Pesto | 34.3 g | 14.7 g |
| Grilled Faroe Island Salmon | 2.3 g | 13.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Bites
- Tuna Tataki - $15: Seared tuna, ginger-soy marinade, red miso spicy mayo, edamame Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Goat Cheese Terrine - $14: Whipped goat cheese, roasted garlic, chives, Calabrian hot peppers, candied walnuts, crostini Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Deviled Egg Trio - $16: Chipotle egg, candied bacon, jalapeño | ’nduja egg | chili crisp egg Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: lunch
- Avocado Fries - $14: Sliced avocados, curry aioli, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Smoked Chicken Wings - $18: Blackberry-sriracha BBQ sauce, candied bacon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Beef Carpaccio - $19: Thinly sliced beef tenderloin, lemon zest, capers, arugula, parmesan, crostini Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Flatbreads
- Cheesebread Pinsa Romana - $14: Roman pinsa, five cheese blend, garlic olive oil, red dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Hot Honey Pepperoni - $16: Natural uncured pepperoni, five cheese blend, hot honey, red sauce
- Grazianos Italian Sausage - $17: Italian sausage, olive tapenade, Calabrian hot peppers, Roma tomatoes, Thai basil, five cheese blend, red sauce
- Roasted Mushroom - $16: Shiitake mushrooms, goat cheese spread, arugula, white truffle oil
- Margherita - $14: Mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, Thai basil, California extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Salad & Soup
- Ahi Tuna Salad - $17: Organic spring mix, red peppers, edamame, chives, sesame seeds, red onions, shredded carrots, cashews, seared chilled ahi tuna, sesame-ginger vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Peppered Salmon Salad - $17: Organic spring mix, pepper-grilled Faroe Island salmon, balsamic vinaigrette, parmesan, crostini, goat cheese, red onions, grape tomatoes
- Chef's Soup of the Day - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Main Courses
- Grilled Faroe Island Salmon - $36: English peas, La Quercia prosciutto, mushroom risotto, garlic cream sauce, herb butter Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Roasted Amish Chicken Half - $29: Roasted chicken, lemon & rosemary garlic butter, green beans, mashed potatoes, chicken pan gravy
- Spinach Fettuccine and Pesto - $20: Spinach fettuccine, grape tomatoes, asparagus, baby carrots, basil pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Shrimp Gnocchi - $34: House-made herb gnocchi, shrimp, crispy prosciutto, asparagus, tomatoes, parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Cacio e Pepe - $26: Italian tonnarelli, Pecorino Romano, black pepper, garlic
- Bacon Jam Minis - $17: House blend of 50/50 ground beef and smoked bacon, cellar-aged blue cheddar, red-eye bacon jam, quick pickles, comeback sauce, side of chips
Boards
- Cheese Board - $18: Rotating selection of local and European cheeses, roasted apples, parmesan crostini, cornichons, fruit mostarda, candied walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Salumi & Charcuterie - $21: Artisan cured meats, cornichons, olives, house-made ‘Nduja, ale mustard, crisp baguette
- Combination Board - $37: All of tonight’s available cheese and charcuterie selections
Desserts
- Warm Oatmeal Pie - $10: Butter, brown sugar, vanilla, eggs, rolled oats, double crust, vanilla bean ice cream, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Soy Free
- Cast Iron Cookie - $10: Warm caramel chocolate chip cookie, toffee & pretzel bites, rich vanilla bean ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Crème Brûlée St. Germain Flight - $10: St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, dark chocolate, raspberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Michelob Ultra - $7.5: Light lager - 4.2%
- Big Grove Easy Eddy - $8: Hazy IPA - 6.0% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Exile Ruthie - $8: American pale lager – 5.2% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Heineken - $7
- Grandview Cocktail - $14: Grey Goose, house-made berry purée, simple syrup, lemon juice, strawberry Dietary tags: Juice-Cleanse
- Espresso Martini - $14: Grey Goose Vodka, Kahlúa, cold brew concentrate, simple syrup
Carry-Out Lunch Boxes
- Group Lunch Box (Serves 10-12) - $200: Handcrafted sandwiches (Italian, Smoked Turkey, or Ham & Provolone), fresh chips, and cookies
Frequently Asked Questions about The Republic on Grand
- Is The Republic on Grand halal-friendly?
- Yes. The Republic on Grand has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Oatmeal Pie, Cast Iron Cookie and Margherita.
- What can I eat at The Republic on Grand on a halal diet?
- Warm Oatmeal Pie, Cast Iron Cookie and Margherita carry the halal tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Republic on Grand have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Exile Ruthie and Big Grove Easy Eddy.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Republic on Grand?
- Ahi Tuna Salad, at roughly 82.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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