I order takeout at least once a week - usually on Friday or Saturday and always with a bottle of wine. A few of my favorite places deliver - but sadly most do not. To help you navigate the delicious world of carryout cartons, I've compiled a list of my favorite spots in West Des Moines. The best part - they're only a phone call away.
Zuzap
Located in Clive, Zuzap is fun to say and better to eat. However, I would only order takeout here. I once spent over an hour waiting for my lunch - not the best strategy on a corporate schedule. But the takeout is pretty darn good. The first time I ordered it, I was blown away by a few dishes: spicy glass noodles, mee krob and the most intensely chicken soup I've ever had (still not sure what it's called). My favorites: Mee krob (crispy noodles in tamarind sauce), Yum Woon Sen Salad (spicy glass noodle salad) and Crazy Noodles (curry noodles).
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| Mee Krob |
King and I Thai
No delivery here - but King and I does have some pretty great carryout. I've dined here and the experience was great - the waterfall salad was top notch. But my favorite things to order carryout are Calamari Salad, Tom Yum Kai (coconut chicken soup), Pineapple Fried Rice (there's some curry here people) and Thai iced tea (loaded with spice and rich condensed milk).
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| Calamari Salad |
Cool Basil
I've been loving Cool Basil since college and for good reason - the food is the best version carryout can be. Fresh ingredients, quality cooking and great flavor - I'd order here twice a week if I lived closer. Some of the best things I've had here: tofu pad thai (get steamed tofu, not fried), crab rangoon (its the real deal) and a great thai iced tea. Sorry, was too hungry to take pictures.
Coach's Pizza
Just when you were expecting another Thai place - here comes Coach's. I love one thing here above all else - Crack Pizza. Its aptly named for its rich alfredo sauce, crisp bacon and tender chicken. So good.
Just when you were expecting another Thai place - here comes Coach's. I love one thing here above all else - Crack Pizza. Its aptly named for its rich alfredo sauce, crisp bacon and tender chicken. So good.
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| Crack Pizza |
There you have it - my first four favorites. I've got a handful of others in my regular rotation but let's start here. Any place I'm missing? I'd love to hear it!
