Captain Roy's - Des Moines

The bar was fantastic but quite small! We attended an event and it was very crowded with a long line for drinks. The food took 45 minutes to arrive but it was worth the wait. The chicken nachos were the best I have ever had. The event was enjoyable, but it would have been better with more servers to reduce the wait time for food and drinks. The location was lovely, sitting on the dock and looking out at the water was amazing!

I enjoyed the live band at the restaurant tonight. However, I was not impressed with the nachos. The drinks were refreshing on a warm summer evening. I am unsure if I will return in the future.

The outdoor setup at this restaurant is very relaxed and spacious. The canopies provide additional shade during the hot summer months, and there is a pontoon boat converted into a music stage for bands to perform outside, right next to the water at the entrance of the Birdland Marina. The indoor bar is small, but with ample space outside, it doesn't really matter. They offer a full bar with a good selection of domestic beers and regional microbrews. I will definitely return for other bands or events, as it is a unique and cool place to hang out, especially with its waterfront location. The theme of "adult recess" was going on last night and it was quite busy. It seems like it could become a regular event there. However, they could improve by having more help serving drinks and a more efficient method of getting drinks to customers to ensure smoother service.

Went on a bike ride on a beautiful day and stumbled upon a restaurant playing Irish folk music with a lively crowd. It was fantastic!

Great stop on a bike ride. Cold beverages and good munchies.