As we continue to navigate uncertainty during the pandemic will be offering a limited menu that will change daily based on availability of product. We will be trying out some new dishes and we hope you will find some new favorites as we put our culinary expertise to use.
View our PDF menu to see the day's full menu, including chef features such as our popular Mexican food entrées served on Tuesdays and Thai food entrées served on Thursdays. Features change daily.
Due to Staffing Shortages we will no longer be open for lunch on Friday's and Saturday's until further notice.
Please stay tuned to our Facebook page and the website for the most current information regarding hours and service.
Thank you for your understanding as we seek ways to best serve you with the limited staff that we have.
Chunks of sweet Crab, whipped into velvety Cream Cheese; glazed with our Sweet & Spicy Korean Chili Sauce and topped with Scallions. Accompanied by crispy Wonton Chips.
$8
Wood Iron Avocado Fries
Sliced avocado tossed in masa batter; lightly fried to golden brown. Served with our house-made Cilantro Lime Crema dipping sauce.
$9
Pig Toes
Tender pork loin strips breaded and fried. Served with our Dark Ale Honey Mustard dipping sauce.
$8
Make it a basket with Wood Iron Fries and Cajun Superfood Coleslaw. $13
Garlic Cheese Curds
White Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese lightly breaded and seasoned with garlic, deep fried and served with Ranch Dressing.
$6
Salads
Dressing Choices – Ranch, Blue Cheese, French, and House Vinaigrette
New Dressings: Roasted Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette or Italian
Side Salad
$3
Wood Iron Signature Salad
Unique Blend of Fresh European Lettuce varieties tossed in our House Vinaigrette, topped with Fire Roasted Artichoke Hearts, sweet Slow Roasted Tomatoes, and Smoked Blue Cheese Crumbles. Served with Wood Iron Crostini.
Rich Custard scented with Vanilla Beans and Caramelized Sugar Crust.
$5
Chocolate Toffee Mousse
Rich Dark Chocolate Mousse topped with toffee crumbles and whipped cream.
$4
Cherry Cheesecake Dessert
Graham Cracker Crust, Cream Cheese Mousse, and Cherry topping.
$4
Flatbreads
Tuscan Flatbread
Slow roasted tomatoes and fire roasted artichokes topped with shredded mozzarella cheese on our artisan flatbread.
$8
Crab Rangoon Flatbread
Our Crab Rangoon Dip on Artisan Flatbread topped with Mozzarella cheese and baked to golden brown. Finished with Sweet & Spicy Korean Chili Sauce, Scallions, and Wonton Crisps.
$10
Burgers
Our Award-Winning Burger is fresh ground, hand-pattied, cooked to order, and comes with either Fries, Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, or Cajun Superfood Coleslaw.
‘Merica Burger*
Our Award-Winning Burger Patty topped with American Cheese.
$12
Add Peppered Bacon $1
Substitute Smoked Blue Cheese Crumbles $1
Wood Iron Original*
Our Award-Winning Burger Patty topped with Applewood Smoked Cheddar Cheese, Peppered Bacon, and signature Onion Jalapeño Jam.
$14
Substitute your burger side with Waffle Sweet Potato Fries, Cup of Soup, Side Salad, or Veggie of the Day. 2
Pasta
Creole Cavatappi
Andouille sausage sautéed with red & green bell peppers and onions tossed with Cavatappi pasta and our special house made Creole Crème Sauce. Served with Wood Iron Crostini.
$14
Roasted Tomato Chicken Alfredo
Tender marinated chicken breast grilled to perfection; sweet Slow Roasted Tomatoes; baby spinach tossed with Whole Wheat Penne pasta and house-made Garlic Parmesan Alfredo sauce. Served with Wood Iron Crostini.
$14
*These items are cooked to order and may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Reclaimed Rails Brewing Co. - Off With Yer Bread | Stout - American - (10 oz glass)
An imperial stout brewed with cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla and maple syrup. With a full body, roasty notes, and a delightful sweetness, this is a beer that's perfect for breakfast, dessert or any other occasion. At 11% ABV you'll lose your bread over this one! ABV – 11%
Single Speed Brewing Co. - Tip the Cow | Coco Espresso Milk Stout
Have you ever reveled in the essence of a chocolate-covered espresso bean? How about in form of a beer? Here is your shot. This full bodied, creamy, Milk Stout has been touched by the gentle hand of Sidecar Coffee Roasters. A rich, but smooth option, boasting notes of roast and cocoa right alongside velvety sweetness.
ABV – 6.2%
Sacrilegious – Churro Especiale | Spiced Cider
Sweet, Baking Spices, Cinnamon, Cloves, Apples. This limited available hard cider is a collaboration with el Bait Shop in downtown Des Moines. This cider is a special blend of baking spices that highlight the best of craft cider
ABV – 5%
Big Grove Brewery - Easy Eddy | New England IPA/Hazy
The Official Beer of Everything, Easy Eddy showcases big tropical aromatics of pineapple and mango. Our fresh and juicy hazy IPA rolls in at 6.0%. Flaked wheat and oats make for a brilliant golden haze in this unfiltered IPA hopped with Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe.
ABV – 6%
Blue Moon | Belgian White Ale
A wheat beer brewed with Valencia orange peel for a subtle sweetness and bright, citrus aroma. ABV – 5.4%
SingleSpeed Brewing Co - Galaxy Wide Haze | Imperial IPA/Double New England/Hazy
It begins with a highly concentrated hop center. From there it spirals out into an extended session of transcendent flavor formation.
Sip back, gaze up, and enjoy.
ABV – 9%
West-O - Coco | Nitro Milk Stout
Real cocoa nibs, hint of coffee and oats. Bourbon vanilla beans, imported sugar, caramel malt. Holy CocO. ABV – 6%
Exile – Ruthie | American Lager
A Des Moines original, Ruthie became a staple in the 1950s bar scene. Her tips were so exorbitant that they tried to impose a burlesque tax on her, leading to national fame and all charges being dropped. Our classic lager is a tribute to the finest woman to ever serve a beer. ABV – 5.2%
No Coast - Lite Bright Spiced Christmas Ale
Lite Bright Lite Bright first beer I drink tonight. Ring in the New Year with a little Christmas Cheer in a glass. Lite Bright is malty and nice with a pleasant combination of of spice that will give you some motivation to trim your tree this holiday season. ABV 5.6%
Peace Tree – Blonde Fatale | Belgian Blonde
Our Belgian-Style Blonde Ale will steal your heart as the unfiltered golden hue seduces your taste buds with surprising smoothness. It’s delicately hopped with Styrian Golding and Celeia for medium aroma with a crisp and refreshing bite. The Belgian yeast adds hints of fruity complexity, but be warned – its mysterious charm will draw you in again and again. ABV – 8.5%
SingleSpeed Brewing Co - Don't Call It A Cocktail | Fruited Sour
The beverage, it’s what turns weekend breakfast into weekend brunch. Crafted with that life philosophy in mind, we present to you this mimosa-inspired absolute joy of a beverage. Gently tart, with notes of tangerine, pineapple and white wine, properly served straight from the can. ABV 5%
