Vegetarian options combine with time-honored breakfast & lunch classics at this welcoming diner. Based on 571 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
621 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Phone: (515) 243-0247
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Hours
| Sunday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–2 PM |
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Reviews
sr “dunkit” archie
Took my family here during vacation. Staff was friendly. Food was delicious. My husband loves their vegan menu. It’s so hard to find places that have a full menu of options for him so he was excited. We will definitely go back if we are ever in the area again.
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Mahlon White
Didn’t really know this place existed so wasn’t really expecting a lot. The atmosphere is that of an old train depot that is connected to an antique store. The food is straight forward with not a lot of frills. Our food came out quickly, hot, and correct. In fact the meat was a little over cooked but not burnt, they just need to turn their grill down a little bit. We did ask for a side of ranch but the pre-packaged ones they gave us were expired so we didn’t get to use them. All in all the food was delicious but absolutely no frills. I plan on coming back to try their lunch menu.
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Kari Miner
Great experience! The music is a compliment to the atmosphere! We both really enjoyed our breakfast. The hash brown dishes are amazing!! Drinks are self serve including orange juice and apple juice. We walked around the antique store while waiting for our food to come to the table. Everything is beautifully displayed!! We will definitely become returning guests if not regulars!! Prices are reasonable! Railroad Bill’s dining car is definitely worth your support!! Be mindful of the floors, they are railroad ties and uneven in places. I feel that just adds to the touch!!
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James Good
Food was great. It was first time we had dined there, so the service was not the best. We liked the inside decor. We will be back to see if the service has improved.
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Laura Newberry
Would have been nice if we had rec’d a bit of attention by server, however their cell phone must have been much more interesting than their job.
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Sydney Grace
Cute spot.
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Justin & Ali McClure
This used to be one of our favorite places. The vegan options have always been delicious. Unfortunately, this morning we received our food with a plastic food prep glove in the sauce. Accidents happen but do better. The experience sadly ruined our appetite for this once enjoyed restaurant. This is a serious health concern!
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Kevin Pflager
Vegan food and trains?? Sign me up! But seriously the food was outstanding and the staff was awesome. It is one of the better vegan breakfast foods I have eaten. They aren’t an all vegan restaurant but they have an incredible vegan menu that is affordable, filling, and will make your taste buds do a little happy dance. Definitely worth a stop.
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Becki Anderson
We were the only ones in that had not gotten food. I ordered biscuits and gravy and my husband ordered an omelet. We got our food within 15 minutes and noticed that the home fries were burnt. My gravy looked like water. I took one bite and the biscuit was not cooked. I cut another piece to have my husband try and there was hair in the gravy. Staff members were all sitting down visiting with each other and never came to check on us. We were so discouraged and hope This doesn’t happen to someone else.
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Delila Boone
Best kept secret? This place is super unassuming and you have to be paying attention to find it. Don’t let the construction out front throw you off, go inside!! I got the French toast w/ an extra side of home fries. The service was quick and the food was fresh. Both employees had great attitudes and seemed to enjoy being there. The price is unbeatable and the atmosphere is relaxed. I will definitely be back!! Only thing they need is bags for to-go orders 🙂
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