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Noah's Ark Restaurant & Lounge

2400 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312-5234
515-288-2246
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Ranked #22 of 381 restaurants in Des Moines
Price range: ₹ 440 - ₹ 1,541
Cuisines: American, Bakery, Steakhouse, Pizza & Pasta
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Omaha, Nebraska
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60 reviews 60 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Old fashioned Italian restaurant. Everything made from scratch. Extensive menu is very reasonably priced. Prices are no higher, and in many instances less expensive, than the Italian chains. And the food is sooo much better. I highly recommend the ravioli casserole. Homemade and delicious! The atmosphere is charming. There is plenty of parking. Easy to access in an older, but... More

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Sioux City, Iowa
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22 reviews 22 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We've been here a few times now and it does seem like "Chicago Italian". The service has been OK but we've really enjoyed the food. The pasta, salads, the wine. Nothing to complain about here. The prices are OK too.

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Fresno, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

If I were blindfolded and sat in this restaurant, I would swear we were in Chicago or New York. This place is Old School Italian family restaurant. The food is amazing. The decor is great. I will be back.

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See 2 more reviews by LanceH_BizTravler for Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa
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15 reviews 15 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

Noah's is an institution just west of downtown Des Moines. This is a place that's been run by the same family since the beginning of time. The proprietor, Noah, is often seen eating dinner just inside the front door. The food is consistently good. With all the new pizza places that have opened recently, the best pizza in Des Moines... More

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Boone, Iowa
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103 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

This place has been in business all my life, it is one of those good old fashion places that has great atmosphere and even better food. I think I have eaten everything on their menu at leas once, over the years, never had one bad morsel. Love this place!

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New York City, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

Stopped in to an old favorite. My waitress was excellent. The food was a disappointment. The pasta with Noah's own sausage turned out to be rigatoni with an undistinguished red sauce on top, with small flecks of cheese i could see but not taste. Where are the spices??? The sausage was two ghastly looking reddish thin tubes at the sides.... More

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Indianola, Iowa
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2012

A good variety of food. Sort of an "old fashioned" restaurant, but their food is always excellent...as is the service. Reservations for dinner is highly recommended. The quality of their food and service is a testament to how long they have been in business. Great place!

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Des Moines, Iowa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2012

It may be old inside, but the food and service do not compare to most other places in Des Moines. Check out the bar on the East side of the building! Great Prime Rib, Pizza, Lasagna

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Huxley, Iowa
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64 reviews 64 reviews
39 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 July 2012

This has been in Des Moines for years. The food is good and I would take guests there for dinner or lunch. It has a quiet atmosphere, but a good place for families or a date. It is really good.

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Marshalltown, IA
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23 reviews 23 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 July 2012

This is the best pizza! Good, old school, Italian cooking.

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