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FUJI Japanese Steakhouse

Address: 1614 S Kellogg Ave. #101, Ames, IA 50010
FUJI Japanese Steakhouse
$$ Top 10 Recommended Editor's Pick Special Offer
At Fuji we strongly encourage making reservations for your dining experience, however a reservation is not a guaranteed seating time. It is an order of seating guaranteed at an estimated time based on our normal reservation flow giving your party preference over walk-in customers. Hibachi table side cooking is as unique in the manner of customer flow as it is in the preparation of the meal. The balance of customer promptness, chef availability, and table availability make it difficult to be exact in the reservation times. Our goal is to meet all reservation times and make your dinner a great …

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Prairie Canary

Address: 924 Main St, Grinnell, IA 50112
$$
We believe our customers care about what they consume and where their food comes from. We do too. The vast majority of our menu items are made in house; we prepare over 135 different items each week. I source locally whenever possible and regularly feature produce from the Grinnell Farmer's Marker in the spring and summer. Our meats and fish are delivered fresh and are never frozen. The beef and pork are from Iowa, processed 30 minutes away in Tama. The chicken is non-caged and antibiotic free. We strive to support Iowa breweries, and are proud to have a wide …

Samurai Sushi & Hibachi

Address: 7125 Mills Civic Pkwy #110, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Samurai Sushi & Hibachi
$$ Recommended New Editor's Pick Private Room
Our team finds daily joy in sharing the art of sushi and hibachi with others. By creating both fusion and traditional-style sushi rolls, sharing flavorful Japanese entrees, and serving fresh hibachi-style meals, we're able to serve the greater West Des Moines community with ease. Every night here is one to remember -- whether in our dining room, at our sushi bar, or in the Hibachi grill room where our specially-trained chefs offer dazzling performances, preparing fresh meat, seafood, and vegetables at your own table-side grill.