Winchester Public House – American
Winchester Public House serves as a spirited neighborhood anchor where the inviting glow of the bar and the aroma of toasted flatbreads set the stage for a convivial night out. The kitchen reimagines social dining through a parade of artisanal shareables, from warm, salt-flecked pretzels and creamy dips to a diverse collection of sliders that pack bold, global flavors into every bite. It is a place where the casual charm of a local pub meets a refined culinary sensibility, creating a welcoming retreat perfect for lingering over craft drinks and savory plates.
226 5th Street, West Des Moines 50265 https://winchester.pub/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb
Diet fit at Winchester Public House
Halal at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Pesto & Garlic Hummus and Pub Pretzel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 17 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Amber Hour, Mexican Cloud and Traditional Moscow Mule. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 26 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dirty Martini Flatbread, Spinach & Artichoke Dip and Pesto & Garlic Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Winchester Old Fashioned. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 13 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Stuffed Mushrooms, Spinach & Artichoke Dip and Pesto & Garlic Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Winchester Public House
Winchester Public House in West Des Moines has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pesto & Garlic Hummus. 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 Winchester Public House
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Bee's Knees | 93.8 g | 53.4 g |
| The Works Flatbread | 38.9 g | 52.9 g |
| Cheesy Garlic Bread | 33.9 g | 43.9 g |
| Double B | 101.3 g | 40.6 g |
| Roasted Mushroom Flatbread | 0 g | 40.1 g |
| Meat Flatbread | 12.2 g | 36.5 g |
| Carolina Gold Chicken Sliders (3) | 15 g | 27 g |
| Cuban Sliders (3) | 97.9 g | 23.9 g |
| 3 Floyds Zombie Dust | 0 g | 20.6 g |
| Meatball Sliders (3) | 11.3 g | 18.3 g |
| Dirty Martini Flatbread | 30.6 g | 17.7 g |
| Dude Abides | 123.5 g | 9.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the appetizing pasta dishes and beautiful presentation, frequently noting the relaxed vibe that makes it a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Reviewers highlight the attentive service, specifically praising the knowledgeable staff who provide helpful menu recommendations to enhance the dining experience.
Menu
Shared Plates
- Pub Mix - $3: A mix of twistix, crackers, pretzel stix, nacho bagel chips, and rye chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Pretzel - $12: Cheese sauce, whole grain mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Nachos - $14: Cheese sauce, roasted pork, chipotle sour cream, olives, pickled fresno & jalapeno, red onion, queso fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese & Charcuterie - $25: Prosciutto, salami, manchego, brie, cornichon, pickled red onion, crackers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $14: Served with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina Gold Chicken Sliders (3) - $14: Pulled chicken thighs, Carolina gold mustard sauce, coleslaw Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Sliders (3) - $14: Meatball, vodka red sauce, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sliders (3) - $14: Roasted pork, prosciutto, swiss, pickle, dijon mustard Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Beef Sliders (3) - $14: Sliced roast beef, giardiniera, au jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Flatbread - $20: Meatball, pepperoni, mozzarella, vodka red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Works Flatbread - $20: Pepperoni, salami, red onions, green pepper, black olives, vodka red sauce, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dirty Martini Flatbread - $18: Green olives, blue cheese, vodka red sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Mushroom Flatbread - $18: Roasted mushrooms, manchego, pesto, chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Mushrooms - $15: Cream cheese, bread crumbs, parmesan, mozzarella, onion, capers, lemon zest, garlic & herbs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto & Garlic Hummus - $14: House-made pesto & roasted garlic with hummus. Served with celery, carrots, cucumber, and flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Garlic Bread - $16: Garlic confit, 4 cheese blend, and fresh thyme. Served with house-made vodka red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Seasonal Cocktails
- All That Glitters... - $14: St. George Valley Gin, Cocchi Rosa, Dolin Blanc, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Edible Glitter Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Amber Hour - $14: Bardstown High Wheat Bourbon, Rockwell Amber, Lapsang Souchong Demerara, Spiced Apple Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Archbishop (Hot) - $12: Cherry Heering, Domaine de Canton, Red Wine Blend, Brown Sugar, Orange Zest & Spices, Grated Nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hits From the Bog - $14: New Riff Barrel Aged Gin, Ferrand Dry Curacao, Pasubio Vino Amaro, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram, Cranberry Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- January Embers - $14: Foundry Vodka, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, Domaine de Canton, Lemon Juice, Pomegranate Juice, Ginger Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
- The Banana Chai Affair - $14: Brugal Anejo Rum, 477 Chai Spirit, Giffard Banane du Brasil, Rumchata, Dorda Salted Caramel Liqueur, Grated Nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- The Cardigan - $14: El Mayor Anejo, Bailey's Irish Cream, French Press Coffee, Fall Spice Demerara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Signature Cocktails
- Blueberry Vodka Sour - $13: Ketel One, St Germain, Blueberry Syrup, Sour Mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Butterfly Effect - $13: Revelton Honey Vodka, Butterfly Pea Flower Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
- Double B - $13: Four Roses Bourbon, Bonal Aperitif, Simple Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse
- Dude Abides - $13: Swell Zone Vodka, Kamora Coffee Liqueur, Coffee Syrup, Half & Half, Coffee Cube, Grated Nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Mango En Fuego - $13: Vida Mezcal, Azteca Azul Blanco Tequilla, Ancho Reyes, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Peach/Mango/Habanero Preserve Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Mexican Cloud - $13: Exotico Blanco, Pama, Sour Mix, St Germain Foam Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- S.O.S. - $13: Tanqueray Sevilla Orange Gin, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
House Cocktails
- Espresso Martini - $14: Foundry Vodka, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, Coffee Syrup, French Press Coffee
- 1918 Manhattan - $13: Cedar Ridge Rye, Carpano Antica, House Bitters, Brandied Cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bee's Knees - $13: Broker's Gin, Honey Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
- French Martini - $13: Grey Goose, Raspberry Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
- New York Sour - $14: Rittenhouse Rye, Egg Whites, Simple Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Red Wine Float
- Winchester Old Fashioned - $13: Templeton 4 Year Rye, Carpano Antica, Demerara Syrup, House Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Beverages
- 3 Floyds Zombie Dust - $7: Draft Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Delirium Tremens - $10: Belgian Ale
- Traditional Moscow Mule - $8: Vodka, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Flavored Moscow Mule - $9: Choice of Peach, Raspberry, Blueberry, Pomegranate, or Ketel 1 infusions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Climbing Kites Kiwi Lime (THC) - $10: Non-alcoholic THC beverage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon - $15: Red Wine, California Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Winchester Public House
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Pesto & Garlic Hummus and Pub Mix both accommodate multiple diets, including vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, and sugar-free options.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates various diets with vegan Pub Mix, vegetarian Pesto & Garlic Hummus, and high-protein options like meatball sliders.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly spot is ideal for casual dates, offering a relaxed neighborhood vibe, beautiful food presentation, and attentive service.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) American pub offers good value with a 4.0/5 rating, featuring artisanal shareables and attentive, knowledgeable service.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests love the appetizing pasta dishes, beautiful presentation, relaxed neighborhood vibe, and attentive service from knowledgeable staff who provide helpful recommendations.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Winchester Public House has an official website at https://winchester.pub/, but the provided data does not mention online ordering options.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American pub stands out for its 4.0/5 rating, attentive service, and diverse menu featuring artisanal shareables and sliders.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Pub Mix and Pesto & Garlic Hummus, while high-protein choices like sliders and nachos accommodate low-carb preferences.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The price range at Winchester Public House is categorized as budget-friendly, indicated by the $ price level.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a convivial night out with artisanal shareables like sliders and flatbreads while benefiting from the staff's helpful menu recommendations.
- Is Winchester Public House halal-friendly?
- Yes. Winchester Public House has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Pesto & Garlic Hummus and Pub Pretzel.
- What can I eat at Winchester Public House on a halal diet?
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Pesto & Garlic Hummus and Pub Pretzel carry the halal tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Winchester Public House have vegan options?
- Yes. 17 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Amber Hour and Mexican Cloud.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Winchester Public House?
- Bee's Knees, at roughly 53.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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