Suburban charm meets prairie roots just northwest of Des Moines, where Urbandale has grown from a small dairy-farming settlement into one of Iowa's most livable communities. Families and visitors alike gather at tree-lined parks by day and fill local tables by evening, with restaurants ranging from casual Midwestern comfort food to global flavors. Those staying overnight will find dependable hotels close to shopping and greenways, making it an easy base for exploring central Iowa.
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Wendy's
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B-Bop's
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Ruby Tuesday
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Your neighborhood restaurant for burgers, ribs, seafood, and the Endless Garden Bar. Real food…
Urban Grill
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The Urban Grill was established in May of 2002 by Skip Bachman. Skip was in the restaurant…
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
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