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Chain eatery serving burgers & other classic American pub fare in a low-key setting.
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Address: 4800 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone: (515) 276-7777
Website: https://www.bennigansdesmoines.com/
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Ellen Paullin
First time and we went with a group of 7. Birthday celebration dinner at 8 pm on a Friday night.
Service was AMAZING. Jeremiah went the extra mile in all aspects of service.
Food was good! Favorite was the sirachi shrimp. Monte Cristo excellent and different. Deep fried with powdered sugar and jam for dipping. Burgers were good, all food came out hot.
We had appetizers, drinks, desserts, full meals, dipping sauces and the whole works for $200. For 7 people! Not too shabby IMO.
Clean space including the bathroom. Attached to the Holiday Inn.
… moreService was AMAZING. Jeremiah went the extra mile in all aspects of service.
Food was good! Favorite was the sirachi shrimp. Monte Cristo excellent and different. Deep fried with powdered sugar and jam for dipping. Burgers were good, all food came out hot.
We had appetizers, drinks, desserts, full meals, dipping sauces and the whole works for $200. For 7 people! Not too shabby IMO.
Clean space including the bathroom. Attached to the Holiday Inn.
Kelli Wheeles
Nicki was amazing. Exceptional service. I had the baked potato soup and asked for it without bacon. Nicki let me know there was bacon cooked into the soup. I gave it a shot – too much bacon for me. I also had the club sandwich, it was huge and tested good. The broccoli had a lot of brown on it so i didn’t eat it. My husband had the cheesesteak and French onion soup. Said both were good. Clean bathrooms. Again Nicki was fantastic.
… moreLostinFargo
All the food is fantastic but the turkey O’Toole by far tops the charts in my opinion Best sandwich almost anywhere. What are the staff is pleasant and friendly and funny. The restaurant is clean and contemporary. Parking lot is huge plenty of parking. Kid friendly or snuckered friendly (at the bar). And a good mixed genre of background music.
… moreScott Long
The last time that I dined at Bennigan’s was in Atlanta in the 1990’s. My go to meal was the Monte Cristo sandwich. I ordered it today, and it did not disappoint. It was cooked to perfection. It is honey wheat bread layered with tender ham, roasted turkey, Swiss and American cheeses. Batter-dipped, gently fried and coated with powdered sugar. Served with red raspberry preserves for dipping. We also had the Cheesy Potato Skins and Hogan’s Egg Rolls for an appetizer. Both were well prepared and delicious. Our server was very attentive and super friendly. I recommend this dining experience.
… moreBill Elliott
We were surprised how wonderful the food was. At a reasonable price. Great service. Huge plates of food. I highly recommend eating here.
… moreAnn Thompson
We were thrilled to find a Bennegans. The food was great. The waiter was a rockstar!
… moreCraig S.
Visited last night while staying in the hotel for take out to the room. I ordered the chicken & shrimp Cajun pasta and Caesar salad. While it looked fantastic it was a little bland. Thought it would be more flavorful than it was so I was a little disappointed. Service was great however and it’s a cool atmosphere. Would eat there again though and go with the burger.
… moreKim Long
Worth the 4-Hour Drive – An Unforgettable Experience!
We made a 4-hour trip just to eat at Bennigan’s—and it was absolutely worth it! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service that made the entire experience unforgettable.
A huge shoutout to the manager and everyone working behind the scenes, but a special thank you to our waiter, Jason, who was absolutely phenomenal. He was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely cared for. Jason went above and beyond to ensure everything about our visit was personal and perfect from start to finish.
The highlight of our meal was the famous Monte Cristo—perfectly golden, crispy on the outside, and filled with warm, melty goodness. It was served fresh and hot, and every bite lived up to the hype. It was everything I remembered it to be—and honestly, this dish alone was worth the drive!
We also tried a couple of their signature drinks, and they didn’t disappoint. The Pub Punch was perfectly sweet, refreshing, and a great complement to our meal.
Bennigan’s, and Jason, delivered in every way—amazing food, incredible service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!
… moreWe made a 4-hour trip just to eat at Bennigan’s—and it was absolutely worth it! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service that made the entire experience unforgettable.
A huge shoutout to the manager and everyone working behind the scenes, but a special thank you to our waiter, Jason, who was absolutely phenomenal. He was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely cared for. Jason went above and beyond to ensure everything about our visit was personal and perfect from start to finish.
The highlight of our meal was the famous Monte Cristo—perfectly golden, crispy on the outside, and filled with warm, melty goodness. It was served fresh and hot, and every bite lived up to the hype. It was everything I remembered it to be—and honestly, this dish alone was worth the drive!
We also tried a couple of their signature drinks, and they didn’t disappoint. The Pub Punch was perfectly sweet, refreshing, and a great complement to our meal.
Bennigan’s, and Jason, delivered in every way—amazing food, incredible service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!
Wendy Novak
Hello 1992, welcome back. The service was incredibly attentive (shout out to Amy and Amanda I’m sorry I didn’t catch the hostesses name, but she was fabulous as well.) The food was very good and exactly what I expected. I even got to take a trip back to memory lane with the broccoli bites. We took up the suggestion for the chicken sandwich and it was quite good. The place was clean efficient and overall great.
… moreJeannine Uehling
Must Go ! See Julie & her team for the World Famous Bennigan’s Monte Cristo. Everything is delicious, great drinks & excellent music. It is worth the road trip, we know, coming from an hour northwest of Mpls/St Paul ; ) Consistently Excellent
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