Opening hours
Closed · opens Tuesday 4:30 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Des Moines: 2:10 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (515) 620-2185 to confirm.
Location & directions
3901 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
About Oak Park
Oak Park is a restaurant located at 3901 Ingersoll Ave in Des Moines, Iowa. It's part of our guide to 377 restaurants, cafes and bars in Des Moines. It sits in the moderate price range ($15–30 per person).
Oak Park is open 3 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday).
Guests can choose from 36 menu items across 5 sections, including SMALL PLATES, SOUP & SALADS, ENTRÉES, FROM THE JOSPER, and DESSERTS. Listed prices range from $8.00 to $160.00, with a typical item around $26.00. Menu highlights include RAVIOLIO, PRAWN CHOWDER, and CHILEAN SEA BASS*.
Available service options are dine-in and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as cosy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. It is especially popular for dinner and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and private dining room.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and on-site parking. Reservations are accepted; call (515) 620-2185 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant · American
- Address
- 3901 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
- Phone
- (515) 620-2185
- Price range
- $$ per person
- Hours
- Open 3 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 36 items · $8.00–$160.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Oak Park’s weekday schedule with 9 other restaurants in Des Moines. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:30 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:30 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 15 hours a week, 53 hours fewer than the local median of 68. 78% of restaurants in Des Moines open on Sundays; Oak Park does not.
Compared with 9 other restaurants in Des Moines that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Iowa
Based on 59 menus with 3,183 priced items from restaurants in Iowa, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $15.95.
At Oak Park the median listed price is $26.00, higher than the typical $11.00 for restaurants in Iowa.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 22% | $11.18 |
| Side Salad | 20% | $4.88 |
| French Fries | 20% | $4.50 |
| Cottage Cheese | 20% | $4.15 |
| Chicken Strips | 19% | $8.47 |
| Grilled Cheese | 17% | $7.00 |
| Onion Rings | 17% | $8.47 |
| Reuben | 15% | $13.99 |
Calculated from 59 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Oak Park there are 10 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 44 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (10), Cafes & Coffee (5), Bakeries & Desserts (5), and Sandwiches & Delis (5).
Competition is light: 2 other restaurants are within a mile and 26 within three miles. The closest is Star Bar, 0.8 mi away.
20 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsBauder's & Donut King< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisBruegger's Bagels0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsThe Greenwood Lounge0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexEl Patio0.2 mi
- SteakhousesJesse's Embers0.5 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Oak Park's opening hours?
Open 3 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Oak Park open on Sunday?
No, Oak Park is closed on Sundays.
Where is Oak Park located?
Oak Park is located at 3901 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312.
What is the phone number of Oak Park?
You can call Oak Park at (515) 620-2185.
Does Oak Park offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Oak Park offers delivery. Listed service options: dine-in and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Oak Park?
The typical price range at Oak Park is $$ per person. Menu prices range from $8.00 to $160.00.
Does Oak Park take reservations?
Yes, Oak Park accepts reservations.
Is Oak Park wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Oak Park open late?
No, Oak Park usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Oak Park?
There are 44 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Oak Park. Nearby options include Bauder's & Donut King (< 0.1 mi), Bruegger's Bagels (0.1 mi), and The Greenwood Lounge (0.1 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Oak Park?
2 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Star Bar, 0.8 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Iowa cost?
Based on 59 menus with 3,183 priced items from restaurants in Iowa, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $15.95.
