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Sbrocco
Sbrocco is Des Moines’ best one stop shop for all things wine. We are a neighborhood restaurant, wine bar, and wine shop where friends can come together and enjoy the best things in life: great wine, great food, and great company in an informal, yet sophisticated setting. We created a restaurant that would emphasize fresh and local foods carefully prepared and matched with excellent wines and terrific service. Andrew Meek of Sage and Sbrocco are joining forces to create the best food and wine experience in Iowa!
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65 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 65 reviews
5 stars
(25)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- notable wine list(50)
- special occasion(35)
- fit for foodies(34)
- romantic(31)
- neighborhood gem(15)
- good for groups(10)
Sbrocco Reviews List
Review 1 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice meal with excellent food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice meal with excellent food and wine. The service was definitely superb!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 2 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good place....becoming great!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Sbrocco before and it has always been a very reliable place to find a new wine, have good conversation with friends, and relax. My experience this past week was outstanding! My group ordered the cheese plate as an appetizer and had nice proportions with a couple new cheeses since the last time I visited. The bread was warm and we were given ample time to choose our main entrees. The entrees were superb and the best presented and tasting since I've been to Sbrocco, kudos!! To top the night off, the group shared a caramel bread pudding and sorbet that were divine! Very vibrant and fresh tasting!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great little Bistro, probably
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great little Bistro, probably not priced for most who just want to "grab" dinner. For "special occasion" this is perfect. Food was awesome, the wife loved her wine. On the down side the bartender couldn't mix a drink to save her life."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 4 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the Best in DSM-Area
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a fantastic time at Sbrocco. Their menu (and food) were top-notch,the wine great and the atmosphere excellent. Great place for a datenight, or to catch up with old friends."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good, wine was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good, wine was amazing per the recommendation of the very knowledgable server who asked all the right questions. Took a few minutes to be seated as there wasn't anyone at the host point when we walked in. Other than that, service was great and the food was amazing!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were disappointed. The
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were disappointed. The apple/leek vichyssoise was great, and so was the scallop small plate. The chicken skewers were well seasoned and the steamed vegetables were good. But the lamb was tasteless, the salads ordinary, and the ambience not lively. The wines in our wine flights weren't great either, although we enjoyed the Australian and Californian Sauvignon Blancs."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
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Review 7 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Small portions, high prices
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was reasonably good and creative, but portion sizes relative to cost are extremely underwhelming. The house salad is $9 and arrives as moderately size heap of lettuce, some strawberries, pecans, and three small drops of goat cheese. Rest of the dishes are much the same."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Sbrocco is one of our favorites. We have never been disappointed and last Saturday was no exception. Great food. Good atmosphere. Good service. Great value. What more can you ask for."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sbrocco is a neat little Wine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sbrocco is a neat little Wine Bar on Court Avenue that has a very good wine list and an excellent menu. We have lived in the Des Moines area for many years and never got around to eating at Sbrocco. We really enjoyed Sbrocco - the wine, food and ambiance."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 10 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very much enjoyed our dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very much enjoyed our dinner before going to the Symphony."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a wonderful dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always a wonderful dinner to celebrate a special occasion"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice experience! Food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice experience! Food and wine were great!"
Dined on 02/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 13 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I think Sbrocco is one of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I think Sbrocco is one of the best places for a couple to share a table, dine light on enticing small plates and entrees, and enjoy a bottle of wine and conversation."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good and I enjoyed the atmosphere. I will come back again and tell my friends about Sbrocco."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was our first time at Sbrocco
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was our first time at Sbrocco and it was a wonderful experience. We go out for dinner a lot and this is one of the best meals I've ever had!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and wine choices
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and wine choices meets outstanding service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great time. No complaints
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great time. No complaints from me or my girlfriend. we will make it again for another special occasion."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very good with one downfall.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall we were actually quite pleased. The lamb was very well-prepared and seasoned with interesting spices that provided just the right kick. The duck was beautiful, rich, and fall-off-the-bone delicious. The sole reason I'm giving Sbrocco only a good score is the demi-glace that was served with the duck. The reduction resulted in a salty--I mean really oversalted, inedibly salty--sauce. Because the duck was plated on roasted vegetables, the sauce pooled at the bottom of the plate and I could largely eat around it. Sides and desserts were fine.
The atmosphere is quirky-nice although because of the layout, quite a few tables are basically in the bar. The service was efficient but more casual that you typically get with this type of menu."
The atmosphere is quirky-nice although because of the layout, quite a few tables are basically in the bar. The service was efficient but more casual that you typically get with this type of menu."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love Sbrocco
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As always Sbrocco was a hit with us and our guests. Food, wine, ability to converse- excellent service. We love introducing this spot to friends!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
New chef is doing a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"New chef is doing a great job - we had the wonton appetizer that was a special for the night, steak entree and duck entree. Loved it."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 21 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
will give it another try
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Under the new chef, Andrew Newberg, the food was a bit hit and miss but showed great potential. The beef tenderloin mused the mark, but the steak fries was good. We were slightly disappointed that the menu was more limited than what we found on the website."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The new chef at Sbrocco does
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The new chef at Sbrocco does not disappoint. The muscle appetizer was fab ulous. Great place to bring out-of-towners to show them what Iowa dinning has to offer."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We loved the atmosphere &
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved the atmosphere & service was great!!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoyed our dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We really enjoyed our dinner and wine before a performance at the Civic Center just 2 blocks away. It was great for a special occasion since our bill was $100 for an appetizer, bottle of wine and 2 entrees. Our waitress Laura was very friendly and helpful. The wine manager was also helpful when we had questions. He even gave us samples to try before we committed to a bottle. We would love to go there again to try their summer menu."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Interesting, innovative menu.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Interesting, innovative menu. Friendly, knowledgable server. Interior had been renovated since the last time I had visited, creating a much warmer, more welcoming atmosphere. Food was well-prepared and delicious. Just one picky gripe. Several of the items we ordered did not arrive as described on the menu. Example: My pork loin was to have been accompanied by a shredded brussels sprouts and bacon side, which sounded intriguing. Instead, it arrived with plain sauteed broccolini. Not terribly creative but acceptable. I just wish the server had informed me when I ordered ... particularly since the restaurant was empty when we arrived and she told us it had been a very slow night. Clearly they had not just run out of brussels sprouts."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 26 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We went there for the first
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went there for the first time for a light dinner before the theatre. We ordered scallops and prawns, both arrived cold and only partially cooked. It also took nearly 20 minutes for our server to take our drink order. This was largely due to her focus on the couple next to us who had an issue with their food and asked for it to be replaced. We won't be back."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2007
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Review 27 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love Sbrocco, nine times
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love Sbrocco, nine times out of ten the food is amazing. The wine list is great and extensive, and the employees are knowledgeable. It is our go to date night/special occasion spot!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Sbrocco
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was slow and it took
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was slow and it took LONG time to for apps and food to leave the kitchen. One waitress that was also the hostess"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2011
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Sbrocco
Based on the average of (37) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
1 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate