Awards

New York Times: The Tables Turn

“These last couple of months are a lot better than they were last year,” said Robert James Tursi, whose family owns the restaurant, an upscale establishment that specializes in steaks and Italian food. Food sales were about 10 percent higher in February and March than they were during the same months a year ago, he said.

Winner: Best Italian Restaurant (2009-2018)

Cityview’s Best of poll

Winner: Best Family Restaurant (2012, 2013, 2014, 2019)

Cityview’s Best of poll

Runner-Up: Best Restaurant Period

Cityview’s Best of 2012 poll

Runner-Up: Best Wait Staff

Cityview’s Best of 2012 poll

Winner: Best Italian Restaurant

Cityview’s Best of 2011 poll

Winner: Best Family Restaurant

Cityview’s Best of 2011 poll

Winner: Best Italian Restaurant

Cityview’s Best of 2009 poll

Runner-Up: Best Restaurant Period

Cityview’s Best of 2009 poll

Runner-Up: Best Wait Staff

Cityview’s Best of 2009 poll

Best Italian Restaurant

Citiview

Restaurateur of the Year Award

Iowa Hospitality Association

“The East-side institution does an admirable job of ruling, from the tried and true to the inspired.” (4 stars)

The Des Moines Register Datebook

Best Restaurant for a Business Lunch

The Des Moines Business Record

“It’s warm, inviting, and just plain fun, and the food and service are just great as always.” (4.5 stars)

The Des Moines Register Datebook

Best Restaurant for a Business Lunch

The Des Moines Business Record

Tight Ship at Latin King

The Des Moines Register Datebook

#1 Italian Restaurant

Reader’s Picks – The Des Moines Register Datebook