JJ Jasmine Thai Cuisine — Restaurant in Des Moines

JJ Jasmine is awesome!

I got there early so there was a short line. Being the picky person I am I asked the front line staff if the Chef can make me a special dish. They asked the Chef and he accommodated my request. After the Chef asked me a few questions regarding my palate’s preference he created a special dish just for me, I was pleased with his creation. I asked the Chef what he called the dish and he politely asked me, what is your name Sir? I told the Chef my name is Chip; the Chef smiled and said the dish is called Chip’s Special.

I was very impressed and thought I was the only one getting the VIP treatment until a few more customers came up and ordered a Steve’s special, Jame’s special, Tom Special etc… It was obvious at that point that JJ Jasmine has a special dish for everyone, just ask the Chef!

If you are ever in the neighborhood and you can handle some heat (about 50,000-100,000 Scoville units) ask for the Chip’s Special. Be confident when you order the Chip’s special if you show any sign of weakness you might be asked to...

This was our first time here and ordered Thom yum soup. Asked about size and was told personal size. Turns out, their personal size is a full quart. Along with our entrees there is no way we could each consome a full quart of soup. When it was brought to their attention the cashier said it was her fault but no attempt to remedy the situation was made. Upon looking at the receipt I see it was $16.00 each!!! Yep! We got twice as much as we wanted and were charged a LOT. We will not return to be overcharged again. While the soup was ok, it was not the flavor profile to which we are accustomed, having never had it with green pepper. I specifically asked for my entree sans green pepper so to find so much in the soup was...

First time visit. Quick service, fresh food, fair portions.

I ordered the fried tofu spring rolls and fried tofu pad thai, and they’ve definitely exceeded the quality of their neighbors - whom I’ve typically dined with.

It was easier to find than I thought it would be, considering it’s a 2nd story of a large building. Easy to find when in a lunch rush.

The only discrepancy is that prices have increased from what I saw online, but inflation sucks and I get it.

Also asked for a peanut sauce for my spring rolls, and I assume an innocent fault of communication happened, as whom I ordered from was not whom I received my food from. I’m enjoying the supplied sauce though, so all is well.

I’ll be back! Very glad I...