Maxie's Supper Club — Restaurant in West Des Moines

In the tranquil West Des Moines suburbs on Grand Ave, a once great restaurant has returned to its former glory, and dare I say, it's even better than before. Maxie's Supper Club is a delightful testament to culinary excellence, offering a refined and elegant dining experience that sets it apart from the crowd.

To begin our culinary journey, I savored a side salad with creamy parmesan dressing, a perfect prelude to the exquisite meal that awaited. The freshness of the greens was a testament to Maxie's commitment to quality, but it was the house-made creamy parmesan dressing that truly shone. Its rich and velvety texture, with hints of nutty parmesan, elevated the salad to a level of sophistication that instantly set the tone for the evening.

The stuffed mushrooms appetizer that followed was a revelation. A harmonious blend of caramelized onions, herbed Boursin cheese, and melted mozzarella, it arrived at the table with an intoxicating aroma that left no doubt about the exploration of taste we were embarking on. The caramelized onions added a subtle sweetness that beautifully balanced the richness of the cheese, while the mozzarella provided a luscious, melty finish. Each bite was a symphony of flavors and textures, leaving us eagerly anticipating the main course.

The pièce de résistance, the medium-rare prime rib dinner, was a carnivore's dream come true. Cooked to perfection, each slice of prime rib was tender and succulent, a testament to the chef's expertise. Served alongside a baked potato and asparagus, the dish was a well-rounded symphony of flavors. The baked potato, adorned with butter, offered a comforting complement to the rich meat, while the asparagus added a refreshing touch. The creamy horseradish sauce, with its zesty kick, enhanced the prime rib's flavor profile, elevating the dish to an unforgettable crescendo of taste.

Continuing our culinary odyssey, the baked 8oz Canadian salmon arrived, bathed in citrus herb compound butter. Served with asparagus and mashed potatoes, it was reminiscent of the comfort food Grandma used to make. The salmon was a testament to Maxie's dedication to quality seafood, perfectly flaky and infused with the bright citrus herb compound butter. The asparagus retained its crispness, and the mashed potatoes were a nostalgic delight, reminiscent of a cherished family recipe.

For dessert, we indulged in the coconut cake, a moist white confection adorned with buttercream icing and topped with fresh coconut flakes. The cake's delicate crumb and the luscious icing harmonized beautifully, while the coconut flakes provided a delightful contrast in texture and flavor.

Finally, the turtle cheesecake concluded our evening on a high note. This rich and creamy cheesecake, with its caramel and chocolate butter glaze, was a decadent treat for the senses. The interplay of sweet caramel and velvety chocolate enveloped the palate, leaving a lingering, indulgent memory.

Throughout our meal, the service at Maxie's Supper Club was exemplary, marked by attentiveness and efficiency that added to the overall dining pleasure. The quiet and comfortable environment allowed for intimate conversation and an unhurried, enjoyable dining experience.

In conclusion, Maxie's Supper Club has indeed returned to its former glory and then some. This establishment offers an experience that transcends the ordinary, celebrating the art of gastronomy with finesse and flair. From the meticulous attention to detail in each dish to the exemplary service and serene ambiance, Maxie's Supper Club is a culinary gem worth savoring. It's a testament to the enduring allure of classic dining, reinvented for today's...

I can't remember the last time I rated a restaurant so low.... no greeting when we came in, 3 employees went past us and no one greeted or offered to seat us. Finally someone sat us after more people came in behind us. The waitress was fine at first, got our drinks and appetizer, but then she got a table of 8. She took their drink orders and got all of their drinks, then got their appetizer orders and served those, then went to get their dinner order. Never once between all of that did she check on us, bring out our meals, refill our empty drinks that were on the edge of the table.

Someone else brought our food out around the time she was starting their appetizer orders and the fries and onion rings were cold so it had obviously been sitting in the back for awhile. I also didn't get the salad with house dressing that I'd asked for.

When I saw her taking the dinner orders at the other table, I sighed and said something to my son and then someone else that was walking by finally over - I think he heard me. I asked him for refills on our cups and told him the sides were cold and that I just wasn't hungry anymore. I did NOT ask for a discount, I just wanted something to drink and to leave.

Neither of us finished our meals and for the first time that I can remember we left the food and didnt even bring it home for left overs or to feed to our chickens....

The appetizer was good, my ton said he liked the baked potato. Cold fries and onion rings on my plate - well those are never good cold. My meal was, egh.

The guy that refilled our water asked if we wanted the check, I said yes and I have no idea why he asked if I wanted two checks when I was having dinner with my 13 year old son. That was odd. He made a point of telling me that he took the appetizer off the bill (since my dinner was cold??) I said that wasn't necessary, paid and left.

I wouldn't go back. I saw other great reviews but to have a waitress completely ignore us for that long, cold food, leaving a salad off... Simply not...

Picking someplace “between home and the airport” is always a challenge for us. We had a little extra time so Maxie’s it was. Although now I want to try about 8 more items so can’t wait for our return soon!

I was saying in the car, on the way there and looking at the menu online, that I wished more places had a steak salad, satisfying my red meat and vegetable cravings. Unfortunately, we ordered before I saw the specials menu that had a delicious sounding steak salad. Server said it’s been so popular they may put it on their regular menu. So I’ll have to go back for this and other items.

🥩 Ribeye w/ baked potato, salad (with the GOOD ranch) and a side of onion rings (all included with the ribeye). Can’t comment on the potato, I didn’t eat it. Onion rings are popular here but I like thicker ones, so I didn’t really eat most of mine; tried one and liked the batter though. Steak was grilled perfectly med-rare, seasoning delicious.

🥪 French Dip was also delicious, loved the salty au jus and, of course, we had more onion rings. Plentiful on the meat, roll was perfect for dipping, loved this French Dip!

🍄 Boursin Mushrooms were added to our meal last minute because we saw them on the specialty menu after placing our order. They were delicious. Different than other places, this had a layer of melted cheese but it was still good. I like Club Car’s better but I’m still glad we got these.

💁‍♀️Service was prompt and helpful. Knowing we were in a little bit of a hurry, she brought out our food altogether w/ our check.

About the only complaint we had was that our iced tea was watered down. Nothing major and not really important, and was so overlooked because everything else was outstanding.

Can’t wait to go back with a larger...