Wobbly Boots BBQ: September 2015

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Welcome Fall With a Warm Soup & Sandwich Combo

September 23 marked the first day of the 2015 Fall season. The weather is still warm most days, for a little longer at least, but the evenings will be taking on a nice chill. The best BBQ restaurant near Des Moines has the perfect thing for the cooler temps that are on the way - our savory soup selections!

Hang out next to our warm fireplace and order Wobbly Boots Roadhouse soups alone by the cup or bowl. We highly suggest that you pair your soup choice with a yummy garden salad or one of our three incredible soup/sandwich combo choices.

THE SOUPS

Baked Potato Soup

Seven days a week, you can come in and order this rich and creamy soup. It is full of chunks potatoes garnished with cheddar-jack cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions.

Soup of the Day

Also available seven days a week, but ever-changing. Just ask your server what wonderful concoction the kitchen created for the day when you come in.

THE SANDWICHES

These are each served on grilled sourdough bread.

Turkey & Swiss Melt
Ham Swiss Melt
4-Cheese Grilled Cheese - A grown-up version featuring American, Provolone, Monterey Jack, and Cheddar cheeses!

Those enticing choices make it a little easier to say good-bye to warm weather and welcome Fall with open arms! The best restaurant in the Des Moines area will keep you cozy and well-fed this Autumn and all through the winter. You will be so satisfied, you'll have no trouble making it through the next few months.

Don't forget you can take home 16 oz. bottles of Wobbly Boots House Recipe BBQ Sauce!!

New Second Location - Same Incredible BBQ!

Open EVERY DAY at 11:00 AM!

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Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

1301 NW 114th St
Clive IA 50325

(515) 223-5700

Thursday, September 17, 2015

The Best Place near Des Moines to Watch Football

Are you ready for some football? It feels like we've been waiting forever, but it's finally here! The best place to watch football in the Des Moines area is Wobbly Boots Roadhouse. You can join all of the other Iowa fans to cheer on your favorite teams while you enjoy some incredible BBQ and ice cold beer.

THE GAMES

Even though we are very partial to our incredible Iowa football teams, you will find all of your favorites, both NFL and college, playing at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse. We have 17 TVs around the restaurant so you can not only find your game but also see it no matter where you are sitting.

THE FOOD

You already expect the best BBQ in the Des Moines area when you visit Wobbly Boots Roadhouse, but in addition to that we've got lots of great "football food" too. You know, those messy but delicious, finger-lickin' good things you love to eat while you watch the game.

Wobbly Wings
Juicy jumbo chicken wings coated in our house dry rub and slow-roasted in our hickory pit. Served with your choice of ranch OR bleu cheese dressing. Available plain or with a choice of our 4 sauces: BBQ, Original, Chipotle Buffalo, & Teriyaki. You can even get 'em boneless.

Ribbies & Wings

Two of our best - 4 ribs & 5 wings. A sample of each leaves you wanting more.

Our Famous Onion Rings
A heaping stack of thick-cut yellow onions bathed in buttermilk, then hand-breaded in our seasoned flour & fried to a golden brown.

Texas Fries

Just like Texas this is BIG! A mountain of our curly fries smothered in homemade white queso cheese, topped with bacon, and cheddar-jack cheese. Served with a side of sour cream and jalapeños.

BBQ Pork Nachos

A Wobbly favorite! A bed of tri-colored tortilla chips smothered in our homemade white queso then topped with our house smoked pulled pork & baked beans. Finished with cheddar-jack cheese, tomatoes and onions. Served with salsa, sour cream and jalapenos.

THE BEER

One of the most popular thirst-quenchers to enjoy during an exiting football game is an ice cold beer. Here at the Boot, ours is not only the coldest, but we also offer on incredible variety featuring some of Iowa's best breweries. We'll always have some great specials going on in our bar during the games.

Your favorite BBQ restaurant near Des Moines has everything you need to enjoy the game. You'll find lots of fellow sports fans here cheering right along with you. Join us every weekend for the best football, and all through the week for every sport that you like watching with incredible food, delicious drinks, and great friends.

Don't forget you can take home 16 oz. bottles of Wobbly Boots House Recipe BBQ Sauce!!

New Second Location - Same Incredible BBQ!

Open EVERY DAY at 11:00 AM!

Like us on Facebook!

Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

1301 NW 114th St
Clive IA 50325

(515) 223-5700

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Local Brew On Tap: Exile Brewing Company

photo courtesy of www.exilebrewing.com

Your favorite BBQ restaurant near Des Moines loves to feature the best local breweries on tap. We generally carry 6 beers from 5 different Iowa breweries. Today Wobbly Boots Roadhouse would like to highlight Exile Brewing Company out of Des Moines.

Exile Brewing Company describes itself as "a hand-crafted brewery fueled by the passion of a burn-bright lifestyle and driven by a unique sense of gratitude for the customer, community, and the future of our land." Their beers are all a dedication to both a European tradition and the quality of good old American hard work.

HANNAH

This unique Bavarian Wheat has a distinct and refreshing flavor. Clove and banana aromas give way to amazing citrus flavor. This particular brew is named for Exile's lifelong friend, which they describe as outspoken and independent, a perfect representative for this beer.

RUTHIE

This smooth Gold Lager has a robust body and is named for the finest woman to ever serve a beer in 1950's Des Moines! Perle hops adds a slight touch of bitterness, balancing out the caramel malt aromas.

You are very likely to find these two delicious craft beers on tap at the best BBQ restaurant near Des Moines every day. Exile also produces a "Beatnik Sour" Berliner-style Weisse and a "Gigi" Dark Lager, along with many wonderful seasonal beers.

Nothing goes better with our mouth-watering BBQ than a tasty Iowa-brewed beer! Stop by soon and give these or one of our other local beers a try. You will always find the very best Iowa craft beers at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse near Des Moines. With 18 draft beers, loads of bottles, and a fully stocked bar, you are sure to find your favorite flavor to enjoy with West Des Moine's best BBQ.

Don't forget you can take home 16 oz. bottles of Wobbly Boots House Recipe BBQ Sauce!!

New Second Location - Same Incredible BBQ!

Open EVERY DAY at 11:00 AM!

Like us on Facebook!

Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

1301 NW 114th St
Clive IA 50325

(515) 223-5700

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

7 Interesting Facts About Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day is always a great 3-day weekend to enjoy with family and friends. It originated so that hard-working people could do just that - spend some quality time with their families and take a break from their jobs. The best place to celebrate, relax, and have a good time is your favorite BBQ restaurant near Des Moines. Here are a few interesting facts for you about the holiday in case the conversation ever hits a lull.

1. The very first Labor Day parade took place in New York City on Sept. 5, 1882. The Central Labor Union organized it to honor their workers with a fun festival that they could enjoy with their families.

2. With many states starting to recognize the holiday, a bill to make Labor Day a legal holiday on the first Monday of each September was approved June 28, 1894.

3. Many Americans were required to work 12-hour days, sometimes 7 days a week during the 19th century! The Adamson Act was passed on September 3, 1916 declaring that a work day could be no longer that 8 hours.

4. Canada also celebrates their Labour Day on the first Monday of each September, but more than 80 other countries celebrate what they call International Worker's Day on May 1.

5. Some in the retail industry claim that Labor Day weekend is the 2nd largest sales weekend of the year, beaten out by Black Friday.

6. College football chooses this weekend to kick off their season. (Yay!) The NFL won't be too far behind.

7. This is the 3rd most popular holiday for BBQ! It follows Memorial Day at #2 and the 4th of July at #1.

Hopefully we have told you something new and interesting, and you can amaze your friends with your knowledge of Labor Day. Stop by this weekend, have some BBQ, watch a game, and hang out with us at the best BBQ restaurant near Des Moines. Wobbly Boots Roadhouse wishes everyone a terrific holiday weekend!

Don't forget you can take home 16 oz. bottles of Wobbly Boots House Recipe BBQ Sauce!!

New Second Location - Same Incredible BBQ!

Open EVERY DAY at 11:00 AM!

Like us on Facebook!

Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

1301 NW 114th St
Clive IA 50325

(515) 223-5700