Tuesday night is more than just Taco Tuesday. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite Tuesday night deals (most of which are all night!) around Des Moines.
Have you ever agreed to meet friends out for happy hour and showed up just in time for the deals and specials to end? Gah! So frustrating. Lucky for you, Tuesdays are a great day for all day/night happy hours so you’ll never have to miss out again.
Don’t see your favorite Tuesday night deal on here? Let us know! We’re happy to keep updating this list as deals change and are introduced!
Last Updated: March 2024
Tuesday Night Deals + Happenings in Des Moines
Teehee’s: No-Shame Talent Show
- 1st Tuesday of the Month, Doors Open 7:30 p.m., Show at 8 p.m.
- Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
For only $5 admission, Teehee’s is giving power to the people on the 1st Tuesday of every month to showcase local talents across the Des Moines metro! Whether you’re a musician, artist, dancer, drag performer, comic, acrobat, or other- this is the perfect place to show off your skills. PLUS, get professional photos and videos of your performance! (Admission is FREE for performers)
The Slow Down Coffee Co: Book Club
- 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.: NOS Book Club
- 2nd Tuesday and 1st Friday, 6-8 p.m.: Silent Book Club
- The Slow Down Coffee Co, 3613 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50313
Join the club at The Slow Down Coffee Co on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday for NOS Book Club and discuss different BIPOC authors, or the 2nd Tuesday for a little quiet time with Silent Book Club! While you’re there be sure to try some of their specialty coffees with house made syrups or snack options from local Des Moines vendors.
Captain Roy’s: Trivia and Taco Tuesday
- Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m.
- Captain Roy’s, 1900 Saylor Road, Des Moines, IA, 50313
When the weather is nice it’s the perfect time to bike down to Captain Roy’s and check out their beautiful marina view! Starting at 6 p.m., Roy’s has trivia called by local Des Moines organizations. When they aren’t doing trivia, they offer BOGO fluffy shell tacos! This patio bar and restaurant is right on the bike trail and frequently hosts live music and events perfect for the whole family!
Bellhop Tiki: 1/2 price tiki classics
- Tuesdays, 4 – Midnight
- Bellhop Tiki, 440 E Grand Des Moines, IA 50309
Need some island-vibes for your work week? Bellhop Tiki is the perfect spot to chill and grab a 1/2 price tiki classic cocktail. Choose from their handcrafted mai tais, pain killer, saturn and zombie drinks.
Fresko: Celebrate Tacos + Margaritas
- Tuesdays, 5 p.m. – Close
- Fresko, 909 Locust St Ste. 103, Des Moines, IA 50309
The geniuses over at Fresko Natural Foods understand the value of keeping it local. Whenever possible, Fresko sources their ingredients from Iowa farms for their seasonal menus. Fresko combines their fresh, local ingredients with natural cooking methods to give their patrons the best product possible. Get any tacos on the menu for only $10, try a $7 specialty margarita or cocktail, or take $2 off any tequila or Mezcal!
The Dam Pub: 1/2 off Nachos + $4 Titos
- Tuesdays, 11 a.m. – Midnight
- The Dam Pub, 2710 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
If you’re feeling a little nostalgic, go to The Dam Pub! It’s an 80’s and 90’s themed pub opened by the owners of Angry Goldfish (a southside favorite) in the Beaverdale neighborhood. American comfort food is their specialty. All day (and night!) get $4 Tito’s and half off nachos at The Dam Pub on Tuesdays. You can get these nachos in a half or full, but trust us, you’re gonna want the full!
Black Sheep: Tequila Tuesdays
- Tuesdays, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
- Black Sheep, 223 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
We call this Des Moines’ vampire bar, but it’s cool, we promise. If you feel inclined to go hard on a Tuesday, check out Black Sheep for $6 house margaritas and other drink deals all night through 2 a.m.
The Walnut: $2.50 Draft Beer
- Tuesdays, All Day
- The Walnut, 1417 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
This former food truck turned brick-and-mortar boasts all draft beer, all day long for only $2.50!
Django: All Night Happy Hour
- Tuesdays, 4 – 9 p.m.
- Django, 1420 Locust St, West Des Moines, IA 50309
Here’s another fancy option for your Tuesday night. Get deals on oysters, shrimp, appetizers, beer and wine at Django for their All Night Happy Hour on Tuesdays! Available for dine-in or carryout.
Angry Goldfish Pub: $10 Burger + Pint
- Tuesdays, 11 a.m. – Midnight
- Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery, 2301 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50315
Southsiders, where ya at? Angry Goldfish is an awesome place for perfect pub food. On Tuesdays, get a burger and a pint of your choice for just $10 flat!
Clyde’s Fine Diner: Burger. Shot. Beer for $15
- Tuesdays, 5-9 p.m.
- Clyde’s Fine Diner, 111 E Grand Ave Suite 111, Des Moines, IA 50309
For a simple meal at a simple price with an UPSCALE taste, be sure to try Clyde’s Fine Diner. It’s only $15 for their house burger, a shot of Even Williams Bourbon, and a PBR!
The Lift: $7 Cocktails
- Tuesdays, 5 p.m. – 2 a.m.
- The Lift, 222 4th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
How dirty do you like your martinis? Whether you’re an ol’ fashioned gal or a dirty shirley girlie, The Lift offers $7 cocktails every Tuesday- all day!
Kelly’s Little Nipper: Double Punch Card Night + Tenderloin Tuesday +$3 Blue Moons
- Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – Midnight (Kitchen Closes at 11 p.m.)
- Kelly’s Little Nipper, 1701 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
It’s a triple header at this east-side hole in the wall! The historic Kelly’s Little Nipper offers tenderloin sandwiches as big as your face, plus a side and drink for only $11.50. Wash it down with a $3 Blue Moon and don’t forget to ask about a punch card for two-for-one punches!
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