Compelling Homes

5650 NW Johnston Dr. Suite A, Johnston, IA 50131

515-306-5893

Compelling Homes Remodeling and Design, an award-winning Johnston-based firm serving the Des Moines area since 2009, delivers kitchen, bathroom, basement, and addition projects through a proven process that keeps every remodel on time, on budget, and enjoyable.

Elevator

204 12th St., Des Moines, IA 50309

515-974-5615

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Elevator, founded to support entrepreneurs facing the same challenges they once did, provides flexible workspaces, logistics support, and a collaborative community designed to help small businesses grow and elevate their impact.

Raise the Bar Initiative

1430 Locust Street, Suite 102, Des Moines, IA 50309

info@raisethebarinitiative.com

Visit Raise the Bar Initiative

Raise the Bar Initiative is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for girls and women to develop physical, mental, and emotional strength through weight training and community relationship building. 

iSpace Environments

215 10th St. Suite 150

515-304-2699

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At iSpace Environments, we believe in partnership to create spaces that drive culture, connection, and innovation. As 100% employee-owners, we deliver integrated furniture, architectural, and technology solutions—making the process easy & enjoyable.

The Slaughterhouse

500 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

669-244-7447

Visit The Slaughterhouse

Tucked away behind an unmarked door at 500 Locust Street, The Slaughterhouse is Iowa’s top-rated haunted attraction and home to The Haunt, a year-round speakeasy with creative cocktails and a moody, immersive atmosphere. Whether you’re chasing a fright or just a killer old fashioned, this is your place.

Kouri Management

604 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50309

515-369-6000

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Kouri Management specializes in the management and operation of single-family homes, multifamily properties, and homeowner associations. With a focus on historic buildings and high-rise communities, we bring accountability, consistency, and urgency to property operations—providing the foundation for real investments to be made.

Looking for a reliable property management partner in downtown Des Moines—or anywhere in the Des Moines or Omaha metro areas? Call us at (402) 369-6000 or email mainoffice@kourimanagement.com to learn more.

Django

1420 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

515-288-0268

Visit Django

Django is a comfortable, brasserie-style restaurant offering everything you love about French cuisine without the attitude. Diners enjoy classics like steak frites, bouillabaisse, beef bourguignon, escargot, fine wines, craft cocktails and more in a lively dining room overlooking the downtown sculpture park. At the heart of Django is an interactive raw bar featuring jet-fresh seafood and artisan cheese plates. Django also offers dedicated private event space for groups of all sizes.

Centro

1003 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

515-248-1780

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Centro is an urban Italian eatery specializing in fresh ingredients and masterful preparation. From multi-course meals to drinks and pizza in the bar, Centro’s lively, casual yet upscale atmosphere makes it perfect for dining with friends, family, clients and business associates. Enjoy classics like bruschetta, portobello fries, fried calamari, New York-style pizzas, handmade pastas, steaks, seafood and more. Centro also offers dedicated private event space for groups of all sizes.

South Union Bread Café

1007 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

(515) 248-1782

Visit South Union Bread Café

Since 1996, South Union Bread Café has been serving hungry diners in the heart of Des Moines. What began as an outlet to showcase Chef George Formaro’s artisan South Union Bakery breads has turned into a downtown institution. Stop by our lively lunchtime café and try our famous sandwiches, fresh salads and made-from-scratch soups. South Union Bread Café also offers great catering solutions for casual entertaining. Think of us for hassle-free party sandwiches, meat and cheese platters, house-made sides, desserts and more!

Bubba

200 10th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

(515) 257-4744

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Bubba serves Southern fare with a local flair. Offering chef-driven comfort food complemented by craft cocktails, microbrews and wines, Bubba serves up Southern comfort food with a Midwestern sensibility. Drawing culinary inspiration from all corners of the South, our menu includes regional favorites like fried green tomatoes, deviled eggs, fried chicken & waffles, shrimp & grits, chicken-fried steak, gumbo and more. Enjoy Bubba’s comfortably elegant dining area, patio and bar during lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.