The inevitable happens all the time: a long-time favorite restaurant closes. Maybe it was a family favorite or that one place you didn't get a chance to try before it closed. Either way, the evolution of restaurants continues in the Des Moines metro. Here are some of the notable closings in the region.

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Des Moines restaurants that closed in 2025

Americana — This landmark brunch and dinner spot in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines closes after nearly 15 years on Sept. 7 .

Ritual Café — A beloved LGBTQ-friendly coffee shop kno

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