So how does this work?
We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for dining in West Des Moines and then follow up with links to different types of restaurants in different neighborhoods at the end of this page.
Best Chinese Restaurants West Des Moines
Sakura Sushi Description: Compact spot for Japanese fare. Japanese & Asian fusion dishes presented with decorative flair in a small storefront. Address: 1960 Grand Ave #11, West Des Moines, IA 50265, United States Phone Number: +1 515-225-9999 Website: http://www.sakurasushiwdm.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-8PM | Monday: 11AM-8:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-8:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-8:30PM | Thursday: Closed | Friday: 11AM-8:30PM | Saturday: 11AM-8:30PM
Iron Wok Description: Chinese restaurant with a lunch buffet. Casual Chinese restaurant with vegetarian options, a lunch buffet & simple environs. Address: Suite 3108, 6630 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-224-2100 Website: http://www.iron-wok.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Friday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-10PM | Saturday: 11AM-10PM
China Jade Description: Low-key option for classic Chinese meals. Unassuming strip-mall restaurant offering fried rice, chow mein & other traditional Chinese dishes. Address: 5002 EP True Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265, United States Phone Number: +1 515-222-1422 Website: https://www.chinajadewestdesmoines.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9:30PM | Monday: 11AM-9:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9:30PM | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 11AM-9:30PM | Friday: 11AM-9:30PM | Saturday: 11AM-9:30PM
Canton Chinese Cuisine Description: Lengthy selection of standards. Low-key storefront restaurant featuring a lengthy menu of Chinese standards & a lunch buffet. Address: 5923 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-222-9277 Website: http://www.freewebs.com/cantonchinese Store Hours: Sunday: 4:30-8PM | Monday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8PM | Tuesday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8PM | Thursday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8PM | Friday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8PM | Saturday: 12-2PM, 4:30-8PM
Panda Express Description: Simple Chinese fast-food chain. Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options. Address: 1580 Valley W Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-221-9689 Website: https://www.pandaexpress.com/userlocation/2510/IA/West-Des-Moines/1580-Valley-West-Drive Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-8:30PM | Monday: 10:30AM-8:30PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-8:30PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-8:30PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-8:30PM | Friday: 10:30AM-8:30PM | Saturday: 10:30AM-8:30PM
Panda Express Description: Simple Chinese fast-food chain. Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options. Address: 6495 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-225-8899 Website: https://www.pandaexpress.com/userlocation/1996/IA/West-Des-Moines/6495-Mills-Civic-Parkway Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30AM-8:30PM | Monday: 10:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-9PM | Friday: 10:30AM-9PM | Saturday: 10:30AM-9PM
Famous Wok Description: Standard Chinese counter-service chain. Chinese fast-food chain providing a menu of familiar favorites over the counter. Address: 101 S Jordan Creek Pkwy #12502, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-226-1768 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-6PM | Monday: 10AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10AM-9PM | Thursday: 10AM-9PM | Friday: 10AM-9PM | Saturday: 10AM-9PM
Wasabi Waukee Description: Airy Japanese sushi & bento chain. Light-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes. Address: 9500 University Ave #2101, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-987-6080 Website: Waukee Store Hours: Sunday: 12-9PM | Monday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4-9:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4-9:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4-9:30PM | Thursday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4-9:30PM | Friday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4-10:30PM | Saturday: 12-10:30PM
Eat Thai, Thai Eatery Description: Comfy spot for Thai specialties. Cozy family-run restaurant for classic Thai dishes, plus vegetarian & gluten-free options. Address: 1821 22nd St STE 103, West Des Moines, IA 50266, United States Phone Number: +1 515-440-2075 Website: http://www.eatthaithaieatery.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-2:30PM, 4-8PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 11AM-2PM, 5-8PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2PM, 5-8PM | Thursday: 11AM-2PM, 5-8PM | Friday: 11AM-2PM, 5-8PM | Saturday: 12-2:30PM, 4-8PM
Heavenly Asian Cuisine & Lounge Description: Chill stop for elevated Asian cuisine. Hip, brick-clad eatery & lounge for Gansu & Sichuan-style fare, plus teas, wine, sake & cocktails. Address: 225 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, United States Phone Number: +1 515-274-9156 Website: https://www.tianluiowa.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-8:30PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8:30PM | Thursday: 11AM-2PM, 4:30-8:30PM | Friday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Saturday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM
