8 01 Steak and Chop House

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For four star American, try 801 Steak And Chop House in Des Moines. This is a great place. This place is moderately priced. It's known for its steak. The menu is classic. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This place features fine wines. Diners found the food exceptional.

User Reviews of 8 01 Steak and Chop House

Yelp.com Review - by Booze Food T.

4.0 of 5 stars. Okay, I have a lot of thoughts on this place and I'll try to present them in an organized fashion. For starters, the wine list is incredible. I'm not a wine snob, but I drink a lot of wine, and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryan N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Stopped by on a business trip. Obviously, I can't speak to its local reputation (apparently there appears to be a divide between folks that think its "The Greatest Steakhouse On The Face of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chantalle v.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went here for dinner during a business trip to Des Moines. I must say i'm not too impressed with the city (hello, where is everybody?) but this restaurant was OK. The waiter was patient and polite,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew A.

5.0 of 5 stars. My favorite restuarant in DM. Best and Classiest steakhouse. Feels like an major league steakhouse (such as Ruth Chris's, Smith&Woll, Morton's, etc.). Food is fantastic. Staff is friendly and helpful....
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrea B.

3.0 of 5 stars. It's okay, but there are honestly much better places in downtown Des Moines for a better price.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Justin W.

2.0 of 5 stars. Too many people in Des Moines are obsessed with decor and the price of a meal. It is like there is this citywide inferiority complex when it comes to issues of fine dining, culture and nightlife....
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ann C.

4.0 of 5 stars. INSIDE BUILDING HIDDEN GEMDowntown Des Moines, Iowa...lots of beautiful buildings and artsy statues. Places to eat were a bit hard to decide on because there aren't many choices to choose from! My...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben P.

5.0 of 5 stars. If you ever find yourself in downtown Des Moines at night, be sure to do the following:1. Look around and say out loud "Where the hell is everybody? It's only 6:30. Why are the streets empty? Is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gigi L.

5.0 of 5 stars. terrific spice-rubbed steaks. melt-in-your mouth garlic mashed potatoes. very pricey, but for a reason. it's an upscale place with dark wood paneling, excellent service and high-end atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I know it's like sacrilege to say this in Des Moines, but I was less than impressed with 801. I also know better than to order fish at a steakhouse, but in a moment of weakness I ordered the ahi...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Euge C.

3.0 of 5 stars. 801. Often spoken with a whisper. Perhaps the finest steakhouse in town. If not, it is certainly the most celebrated and the most polished.Their prime rib is perhaps the best I've ever had, and I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2006
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Expensive, and worth it by AMY W. at InsiderPages

If you want to really impress a date, this is the place to go. With the dark, romantic surroundings and the out of this world prices, you will definitely set an impression. Unfortunately, she may expect you to...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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Steak & Wine

Dark and always busy. Some of the sides better than the cuts of meat. Excellent wine list.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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10Best

whether itis the mahogany furnishings or the 24-ounce porterhouse steak, excess is key at this elegant steak house. the 801 provides a gentlemenis club ambience and is renowned among the business crowd as the...
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