DAS BBQ

I loved the ambiance! 5/5It's nice and spacious, with an indoor and outdoor space curated for large or small parties to relax, eat and drink. (A dope Brent Faiyez playlist made a total vibe!)Service 5/5- "Q" was the name of our attendant and he was welcoming and had a pleasant disposition.Food 3/5- Ribs were kinda' dry but the smoked turkey was delicious! The macaroni and cheese was a bit greasy and tasteless. The collard greens lacked flavor but the peach cobbler was tasty!

In my opinion, this location is the best because there's more seating, pets are welcomed, the service is great, and I like the food better than the Collier location. The staff makes sure we're comfortable and have all the condiments (silverware, sauces, drinks, correct order, etc.). The only drawback is the limited parking. The patrons have to compete with the visitors to the Oakland Cemetery for spaces. There is a parking lot (kind of) behind the restaurant, but it's full. Otherwise, I strongly recommend to try this location.

How are you a bbq place with no meats....came here and out of all the meats...disappointing..ambiance is cool but we came here for the bbq.

We stopped by this place after a 2 Day Breast cancer walk this afternoon. The food is amazing!!!!! I'm not a huge BBQ fan ( it has to be really good) but we had the most delicious brisket today. They have a large, screened in area Where they smoke their own meat and is smells heavenly. All three of us had the brisket and loved the sides. Between us we had potato salad , collard greens , Mac and cheese and Cole slaw. The staff told us that they make all of the food in house. There are corn hole boards ,tether ball and groupings of tables and chairs outside. They also have seating indoors. While we were leaving ,the restaurant had a group setting up a wrestling ring !! It seems like a really fun place to go with friends. I was so disappointed that we were not able to stay. The only negative that I can say is the parking was very limited. There were approximately 6 spots behind DAS BBQ. I don't know if there are normally alternatives or not. There was a big activity in the Cemetary and a policeman was closing certain areas. They do have another location , maybe that one has better parking .

4.25* (out of 5)Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4* Service: 4*03/15/2024A downtown tour guide commented on how good their BBQ is and that he especially liked the Peach BBQ sauce, so we just had to give it a try on our way out of the downtown area. The curb appeal and decor are definitely attractive - a mix of modern with a rustic cabin vibe.While urged to order more, we opted to share the 3 Meat Combination Plate with Pork, Brisket & Ribs - with Mac & Cheese & Brisket Chili for sides (see picture). I found all of the meats as well as the BBQ sauces above average. I'm a bit of a brisket 'snob' as I make it at home and prefer it wrapped tight and very juicy. This had a great smoke rink and flavor...but the juiciness wasn't quite at the top. The Macaroni & Cheese was excellent - not only creamy and flavorful, but also a great smoke taste.While it was a little on the pricey side for just one person ($30), there was enough food to serve both of us - so I rated the Value above average. If you find yourself in the downtown area with a hunger for BBQ, this is definitely a solid stop.If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow.Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com

Wonderful and attentive service! Great tap beer options. I only had the chips and queso and two beers. The queso was average tasting, it was pretty thick and hard to eat with the chips. The environment is amazing! There are outdoor patios that are covered and uncovered, with plenty of indoor space. I was there for live music and will be back for other events!

Excellent service and really good wings. This is an order at the counter and take your tray kinda- setup.Similar to most BBQ spaces( no table service) although staff did come to the table and asked if we were "OK" and wanted to order some drinks. I found this to be a touch above other BBQ restaurants. The drink with the best bang for your buck would be the Rita, as the others are smaller, and could use a little bit more alcohol. Grab a barbecue rack and try the various sauces before you put any on your meat! I loved the GA Peach.There is a unisex restroom but also they have gendered restrooms. This restaurant also offers live entertainment as tonight they will be having a wrestling match ! everything was really great, I would, however skip the potato salad. It needed a little bit more mayo, but besides that the meat is smoked well and tasty.

This is only my second time having DAS BBQ and this was pleasant experience, but this time was a takeout order. We had my in laws over for dinner and decided to get BBQ. We opted for the family pulled pork dinner that feeds 3-4 people, with a large side of baked beans, potato salad and buns. We also ordered one lb of chopped chicken just in case we needed more food. We were underwhelmed when we opened the package but we ended up having leftovers. Their pulled pork was tender but lacked that smoky flavor I want with BBQ. The baked beans was on the sweeter side, but enjoyed the pineapple bits added. Potato salad was nice with crunch from celery/green pepper, I couldn't really tell but wish it had some onion pieces. My fave though was the sliced chicken - it was so tender and flavorful. My only gripe with this was they didn't include BBQ sauce in our order, but we keep BBQ sauce at home at all times anyway.

Picked up a quick lunch for DAS BBQ. Today wasn't my favorite experience with this establishment, my ribs were a little over seasoned and my portion size was a little small on the ribs. When paying $16 for a half slab, you expect nothing but perfection. The Mac and cheese was yummy as usual. Great atmosphere for outdoor seating. Will I go back ? Yes, I will return because everyone has an off day. Looking for great bbq this is usually my go to spot in the downtown area. Give DAS a try, you won't be disappointed.

Great food, above and beyond customer service!! Loved the rustic ambiance!!Live music and tether ball!! I haven't played tether ball since I was a kid!!!I will say the Collier Rd location has a slight edge up when it comes to flavor.