With love of food and a passion for creating, Michael and Robert started Charlotte’s Kitchen. Charlotte’s was inspired by Michael & Rob’s, Grandma Charlotte. Though she is only “technically” related to Michael, her unconditional love and compassion for those around her makes her a Grandma for Robert and many others.
We initially started with just desserts, but we have now grown to a full blown kitchen focused on creating dishes that taste as good as they sound. We strive to serve food that has soul and love just like Grandma, using fresh ingredients & never settling for good, but striving for the best.
We hope to see you soon,
Michael, Rob, & the Char’s Fam
Based on 435 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.8 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Drive-through ✔️ No delivery
Address:
6150 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
Phone: (515) 859-6257
Website: http://charlotteskitchendsm.com/
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Hours
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed
Holiday hours
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| Tuesday |
11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Sophie Karau
I get a different meal every trip and am never disappointed. The crispy chicken is so juicy and the breading is so crisp and delicious! Portions are significant- salad or sandwich, they’ll both fill you up. The ranch is a bit more dill-y than I like, but the Char Sauce is amazing! Had the street corn chicken (special) today, but other favorites are the BBQ Chicken salad or the crab Rangoon sandwich.
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Chad Chapman
This was even better than the awesome suggestion I received from a Facebook group! I had the Crab Rangoon Chicken Sandwich and the Loaded Totts. They were both so full of flavor that I want to go back already. The young man at the counter Joseph was excellent! He was very personable and approachable for a young man his age. The guy that brought my food to me was also very accommodating. I will DEFINITELY be back!
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Conner McGinnis
So freaking good!!! I recently just found this place and I’m already disappointed in myself for not finding it sooner.
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Samuel Contreras
I was in Des Moines recently, looked up a chicken sandwich shop, and found Charlotte’s.
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Nicholas Ambrosecchia
Nothing other to say than WOW
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Teresa Burbank
If you like chicken sandwiches, you need to go to Charlotte’s kitchen! Amazing is the only word I’ve got. The breading on the chicken is absolutely perfect, the chicken inside is juicy and very flavorful. Good cheese curds and good fries! Cute decor inside their space, they have a grandma‘s pantry which you could buy items (bring cash) and they donate to local charities from that! Great concept. Can’t wait to try them again!
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Blake Ryan
I’ll start with saying their sandwiches are amazing. Their regular fries are also pretty good. I was not a fan of their “loaded” tots, or their cheese curds (they were weirdly sweet?). But the downfall for me was their customer service. The only employee up front seemed to ignore the line of guests to go do various things. I’m not sure if they’re understaffed, or what was going on. I saw this place had spectacular reviews, and it is convenient for me. I’ll come back sometime and give them another chance. Here’s to hoping service improves!
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Robyn Bailey
What a great place! The food is affordable, the chicken is FANTASTIC, and I will be back with my teenager.
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Midevil Man
Best fast chicken sandwich. Even over Popeyes. And not puny like others. Perfectly seasoned fries that you can’t stop eating. And their sauce is top tier. If you want good tots, that’s another option too.
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D’Andre Thomas
Should have taken a picture before I dug in but it’s my third time here so I already knew it was fire. Every sandwich I’ve had here is fire and almost to big to fit in my mouth. The seasoned fries are also amazing. Even the food truck is up to standard.
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