American Restaurant · Des Moines
Harbinger
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Why Scout picked it
Harbinger is an upscale American restaurant best suited for an evening meal or special occasion. Expect a focused menu, craft cocktails, and a meal lasting about 1.5-2 hours, with a per-person spend of $75-$150.
Featured in these outings
- Des Moines Art & Eats Date — Start your afternoon date exploring the impressive collection of modern and contemporary art at the Salisbury House & Gardens. Then, continue your conversations over a delicious, locally-sourced dinner, making for a perfect blend of culture and culinary delight.
- Sherman Hill Arts & Drinks Date — Begin your date with cocktails and shared plates in a stylish setting before heading to the historic Hoyt Sherman Place for a captivating performance. Conclude the evening with a nightcap at a chic downtown lounge.
While you're nearby
- OutdoorsMacRae Park
Green space on a bluff with dramatic downtown views, tennis courts, a pond & a playground.
- OutdoorsDes Moines Water Works Park
Daytime spot with jogging & cycling trails, fishing, a picnic area with grills & sports fields.
- OutdoorsGray's Lake Park
167-acre park featuring a 1.9-mi. lighted walking path around a lake with small boat rentals.
- Arts & CultureSalisbury House & Gardens
Furnished 1920s stone mansion housing an art museum, library, concert venue & botanical garden.
Scout verified August 2026