Old Chicago
(Now Closed)Pizzeria, American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
Merle Hay, Des Moines
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Don't even try to eat healthy here -- not happening. Forget calories for a night and have fun toasting beers and pizza with friends. The caesar salad is one of the best anywhere. Great pizza.- Come for Happy Hour (3-6, M-F) and sit in the bar. Great specials on mini pizzas and appetizers. Wednesdays, of course, are buy-two-get-one-free for World Beer Tour Members so it's packed. Come early.
Mayo NevilleApril 21, 2017Happy Hour Personal Pizzas are the best! Order a pizza with alfredo sauce. There is no upcharge to change the sauce.
James JonesDecember 30, 2013Came on on Monday, and the buffet was just $5.50. I don't know whether that's a regular event, but it's certainly worth asking.
Tuesday night mug specials on drafts. Happy hour food menu also after 9pm
The beer tour and their holiday mini-tours are great. In addition, they have good food too. I recommend trying the Italian Nachos or the Sicilian Pepperoni Rolls.
TylerSeptember 29, 2012Always excellent customer service. If they mess up an order they almost always compensate you for it and then some.
Nancy RobinsonAugust 14, 2012Don't get a salad .my friend and I had different ones and they were both bad. I had recommended the salad, because I had A good one once. The lettuce was tasteless. Anyone else have the same problem?
Drew Van Woert 🍺May 15, 2011This is the only place in Des Moines besides the High Life Lounge that has Grain Belt Premium on tap!
MNF is a great time here especially enjoying it with friends.
- James JonesDecember 30, 2013Just saw someone stand on a table to update the blackboard. Will he clean the table before customers are seated there? Don't know yet, but I hope so.
Come in for happy hour m-f 3-6 for cheapy apps and personal pizzas
Ruby T. DogMay 2, 2013Don't let the server talk you into the ghost face killah. Its $7.29 and tastes like spicy dust. Worst beer I've ever had
JoE WhalenDecember 9, 2011Darnell from the show "my name is earl" works here and is hilarious! Good times!
Miranda Awesome SauceMarch 19, 2011PS blonde with glasses is Emily. Would rather BS with friends & hide in the back than serve customers.
Usually smells like shit outside before walking in. Thanks sewer..
- Miranda Awesome SauceMarch 19, 2011Blonde with glasses tonight. Worst service ever. Ankeny & Ames had better service.
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Old Chicago
3800 Merle Hay Rd #520 (Merle Hay Mall)
Des Moines, IA 50310
United States
Des Moines, IA 50310
United States
At: Merle Hay Mall
Craft beer isn’t just a trend to us. It’s a way of life. After 40 years of serving up the highest quality beers, great food and good times, the vibe at Old Chicago keeps getting better.
Since 1976, we’ve been committed to innovation and excellence in craft beer, pairing those picks with deliciou...
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
(515) 727-1300
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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