Truman's KC Pizza Tavern – Italian
This spirited Kansas City haunt reimagines the morning ritual, where the savory aroma of sizzling chorizo and fresh-baked dough fills a warm, tavern-style space. Guests linger over hearty, soul-warming creations like the signature biscuits-and-gravy pizza or golden chicken fried steak, enjoying a vibrant atmosphere that perfectly bridges the gap between a cozy neighborhood pub and a destination brunch.
400, Southeast 6th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309 +15152142759 https://trumanstavern.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Breakfast
- Burrito Royale - $12: Guajillo-grilled flour tortilla, cheesy eggs, chorizo, crispy fried potatoes, grilled red and poblano peppers, homemade taco sauce, served with hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Tacos - $11: Two homemade puffy tacos, scrambled eggs, chorizo, breakfast potatoes, cheddar jack cheese, fire roasted salsa, hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Truman's Breakfast - $12: Three eggs, sausage or bacon, choice of toast, muffin or biscuit, hash browns Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Fried Steak - $14: Fried chicken steak, homemade sausage gravy, two eggs, hash browns, choice of bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy Pizza (10") - $16: Homemade sausage gravy, breakfast sausage, Graziano's sausage, mozzarella, cheddar, buttermilk biscuit crumbles Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Southwest Breakfast Bowl - $16: Crispy fried potatoes, spicy chorizo, salsa, pico, jalapeños, cheese, choice of two eggs, optional spicy hollandaise, two corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $11: Choice of bacon, sausage, chorizo, or Canadian bacon, fried egg, cheddar cheese, Truman's sauce, toasted buttery croissant, hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $13: Toasted English muffin, Canadian bacon, poached eggs, hollandaise, hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $11: Thick-cut brioche, cinnamon sugar, caramel and strawberry sauce, bacon, hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smashed Avocado Toast & Eggs - $16: Fresh avocado spread, toasted brioche or wheat bread, choice of eggs, pico de gallo, tomato, shredded cheddar jack cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Cheeseballs - $12: Hand-breaded pepper jack cheese bites, choice of marinara or ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel Bites - $11: Buttery sea-salted pretzel bites, hatch chile pepper queso, caramel sauce, spicy mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truman's Quattro - $16: Pepper jack cheese balls, spicy pickles, onion rings, breaded Portabella mushrooms, marinara, poblano ranch, ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings - $16: Fried to order, celery, carrots, choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truman's Queso Flight - $14: Choice of chips, fries, or pretzels with four unique quesos: Steak, Chipotle, Bacon, and South Side Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- The Mahomes (10") - $16: Marinara sauce, sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, ground beef, bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The French Dip (10") - $16: Alfredo and au jus blend, cream cheese, sautéed mushrooms, onions, mozzarella, marinated ribeye, served with au jus Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Crunch Pizza (10") - $17: Beer cheese queso, birria, red and poblano peppers, smoked mozzarella, white onion, cilantro, tortilla strips, birria broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bandito Taco Pizza (10") - $16: Green chile refried bean base, choice of meat, mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack, pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream, Doritos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truman’s Calzone - $23: 14" crust stuffed with pepperoni, Graziano’s sausage, meatballs, mozzarella, marinara, alfredo Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Frisco Melt - $14: Two 1/4 lb. patties, Frisco sauce, caramelized onions, mushrooms, Swiss and Cheddar, toasted ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truman’s Tenderloin - $13: Grilled or breaded pork tenderloin, tomato, pickle, caramelized onion mustard sauce, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Focaccia - $15: Homemade birria, caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, poblano peppers, pepper jack, toasted garlic focaccia, birria broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Burnt End Grilled Cheese - $15: Pork belly burnt ends, KC BBQ, Alabama White BBQ, cheddar, spicy pickles, onion rings, toasted ciabatta Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Strawberry Spring Salad - $14: Mixed greens, grilled chicken, strawberry, candied walnuts, bleu cheese, craisins, strawberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiesta Chicken Salad - $14: Romaine, guajillo chicken, cheddar jack, pico de gallo, black beans, guacamole, tortilla strips, poblano ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Truman's Mac & Cheese - $11: Shell pasta, creamy cheese sauce, seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Corn Bowl - $13: Mashed potatoes, sweet corn, chicken gravy, boneless chicken wings, shredded cheddar jack, buttermilk biscuit Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Open Faced Pot Roast - $15: Marinated pot roast, beef gravy, mashed potatoes, toasted brioche Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cup of Chili - $6: Smoked vegetables, filet tenderloin tips, Mutiny Bloody Mix Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl of Tomato Bisque - $8: Creamy tomato soup Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fudgey Brownies - $9: Two chocolate molten ganache-filled brownies, whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Cheesecake Egg Rolls - $8: Three fried egg rolls, cinnamon sugar, whipped cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Pizza (10") - $13: Hand-crafted crust, homemade cheesecake base, seasonal pumpkin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Truman’s Bottomless Mimosa - $20: Champagne with choice of orange, pineapple, grapefruit, cranberry juice or lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- S'mores Old Fashion - $10: Revel Stoke Smoregasm Whiskey, toasted marshmallow syrup, chocolate bitters, graham cracker rim Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Truman’s Bloody Mary - $9: House vodka, Mutiny Bloody Mix, olives, pickles, celery, lime, bacon, beef stick Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Slow-Carb
- Busch Light (16oz Tap) - $5: Lager-American Light Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- High Noon Can - $7: Pineapple, Mango, Peach, or Watermelon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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