Wobbly Boots BBQ

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!!

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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!

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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!

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Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

1301 NW 114th St
Clive IA 50325

(515) 223-5700

Friday, August 28, 2015

Your Guide To An Incredible Night Out At The Boot

The best BBQ restaurant near Des Moines is a great place to have an amazing night out. Not only can we offer you the best food in Clive, but we also have an awesome atmosphere, great drinks, all the best games on TV, and occasionally some incredible live music. When you are ready to have a good time, invite a group of friends to join you for an evening out at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse.

Relax at the bar.

Arrive a little earlier than you plan to have dinner. Put your group's name in for a table, then head on over to our bar for a cocktail. If you come in between 3 pm & 6 pm, Monday through Friday, you can take advantage of our incredible Happy Hour specials. There are 18 beers on tap and a fully stocked bar to choose from. Our friendly bartenders will be happy to keep you company until you head to your table.

Study the menu.

Order up another cocktail or ice cold soft drink and take your time looking over the wide variety of choices available to you on our menu. We are extremely proud of our award-winning BBQ, but there are lots of non-BBQ items available too. A little something for everyone! If you think you'll have trouble deciding, take a look at our Wobbly Boots Roadhouse menu online, or ask your server what the most popular items are.

Share some appetizers.

For a bit of variety, order a few appetizers from the menu and share them among the table. This is a great way to try a little of a lot. Plus, it's always nice to share.

Order what you crave.

Even if your menu choice seems like a lot of food (and we do pile it up for you!), go ahead and get what looks the best this evening. There's no shame in having leftovers. Our generous portions cause that to happen a lot. Your server will be happy to bring you a doggy bag, and you'll be thrilled to get to eat that delicious meal again tomorrow.

Be entertained.

Your food won't take too terribly long, but you will have some time between ordering and eating to fill. More than likely if you are with friends, you will have plenty to talk about. No worries if the conversation drags, though. There is sure to be something on one of our many TVs around the room to pique your interest. You'll always find the very best games playing here. Make sure that you follow us on social media, too, so that you always know what's going on. Our stage is often graced with some very talented musicians.

There may not be a lot of talking after the food gets to the table. Everyone will be too busy stuffing their face to say too much. At the end of the evening you will all have full bellies and big smiles on your faces. It doesn't have to end there though. We've got bottles of our house-made sauce here for you to take home and cover your own cooking in.

The next time you are trying to think of something fun to do, bring your group to the best BBQ restaurant near Des Moines. We'll feed you, quench your thirst, and even share a laugh or two. We're always up for a good time, and we'd love to share it with you.

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

Friday, August 21, 2015

We've Got Confluence Brewery On Tap!

Your favorite BBQ restaurant near Des Moines loves to feature local breweries on tap. We always make room in our lineup of 18 draft beers to include some refreshing, Iowa-brewed choices. Confluence Brewery out of Des Moines is one that Wobbly Boots Roadhouse customers have become quite fond of.

Way back in 1991, Confluence Brewing Company's head brewer, John Martin, had the idea to attempt to make a raisin-almond beer. This, as you might suspect, was not a success. (Raisin-almond? ICK!) This did lend to a fascination with how many things could be made using Iowa's own grain crops.

Later, in 1995, John and his wife picked up home brewing supplies while on their honeymoon. After years of research and practice, John along with co-founder Ken Broadhead, started Confluence Brewing Company just 3 short years ago in 2012. The brewery is made up of these fella's love for both Iowa and craft beer. (For the full story, check out their website.)

All of the trial and error that went into the original attempts resulted in three delicious flagship beers, two of which are served right here from our Wobbly Boots Roadhouse taps.

Farmer John's

photo from Confluence Brewing Company

A refreshing blonde, multi-grain ale that is lightly hopped with earthy English East Kent Goldings hops and sweet, floral Czech Saaz hops. The base is made up of two row America barley malt, wheat malt, and a small dose of rye malt and un-malted oats, corn, and wheat.

Des Moines IPA
This is their American take on an India Pale Ale. You will taste citrusy and piney hops from the Pacific Northwest along with the malt flavor of two-row barley and medium crystal malts.

Throughout the year, they also put out some incredible seasonal and limited beers.

Des Moines Iowa's Confluence Brewery offers taproom tours throughout the week, but you can enjoy their savory craft beers right here at your favorite BBQ restaurant near Des Moines. Give one a try alongside our award-winning BBQ, or stop by and enjoy them for Happy Hour. You'll always find the very best of Iowa right here at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse.



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

Friday, August 14, 2015

Wobbly Boots Down Home Sandwich Menu

When you order a sandwich, you probably expect a nice, small meal, maybe for a light lunch. Well, be warned, when you order a sandwich at the best restaurant near Des Moines, that is NOT the case. We'll definitely fix up one for your lunch, but don't expect it to ever be small! Our Wobbly Boots Down Home Sandwiches menu is full of hearty, delicious choices that you just might end up needing a doggy bag for.

Smothered Brisket Hickory

Smoked beef brisket smothered with sautéed mushrooms, onions & bell peppers and topped with melted Swiss cheese.

Southern Style Pork Our
Traditional pulled pork sandwich with a Carolina twist: We top it with our creamy cole slaw!

Texas 2-Step
Smoked beef brisket with smoked sausage, drizzled with our house recipe BBQ sauce, served on golden Texas Toast.

Prime Rib French Dip
Thin shaved smoked prime rib and melted Swiss cheese on French bread served with a side of au jus.

Catfish Filet
A southern-style catfish filet coated in seasoned corn meal and fried to a golden brown. Served on a hoagie with bacon, lettuce, tomato and chipotle mayo.

Hand-Breaded Pork Tenderloin
An Iowa tradition! This generous cut of pork tenderloin is hand-dipped in buttermilk then breaded in our seasoned flour & fried to a golden brown.

Prime Rib Melt
Succulent, house-smoked shaved prime rib topped with Swiss on grilled sourdough bread. Served with our house-made horsey sauce on the side for an extra kick!

Wobbly Style Club
Hickory smoked ham, turkey & bacon. Lettuce, tomato, Provolone cheese, and avocado mayo served between two pieces of sourdough toast.

Reuben
Classic grilled marbled rye bread, house smoked corned beef, warm sauerkraut, 1000 island dressing, & melted Swiss cheese.

Chicken Tender Basket
All white boneless chicken tenders hand cut, buttermilk battered and breaded. Delectably fried and served with your choice of a delicious side.

When you order a sandwich from the best BBQ restaurant in the Des Moines area, make sure you come in hungry! Not only do you get an enormous portion of yumminess on bread, but every sandwich also comes with your choice of one of our amazing home-style side dishes. Stop in soon and try one of these colossal sandwiches. You're gonna love 'em!

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, August 5, 2015

Customers Are Raving About Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

We strive to be the best BBQ restaurant in the Des Moines area. We want to be the first place that pops into your mind when you are deciding where to go to eat or to stop for Happy Hour. We rely on the reviews from all of you to let us know what you like about our restaurant and what you would like to see more of. Here are a few of our favorites.

"We had 46 people for a rehearsal dinner and they have a private room that was perfect. The guests loved the pulled pork and beef brisket. Our server Brian did an awesome job keeping up with everything. Tom was easy to work with organizing the party and making suggestions. The prices were reasonable. If we're back in the area we would come here again."
- Brian K., Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin

"The food was great and service was solid as well. Great wings and brisket. Word to the Boot!"

-Jeremy B., West Des Moines, IA

"We had sides of the cheesy corn and ham - yummy beyond words, sweet potato fries that actually tasted like sweet potatoes and the coleslaw. The cole slaw is plain with just a little dressing that is nicely sweet. They don't add any frills like poppy seeds or peppers or weird things. I LOVED it. I don't want a lot of stuff in my slaw. We asked what the potato salad was like and our server brought us a small sample. It was made with red potatoes, dill, onions and of course egg. It was very good."
-K9 Trainer, West Des Moines, IA

"Best meatloaf I ever had...sorry Mom! Love the smoked flavor. Clean and comfortable. Huge room with plenty of seating at table or bar. Friendly staff."

-Todd Wilson

"The whole family came out for dinner last night. Every aspect was fantastic. The restaurant and grounds were spotless, the patio was beautiful, the service was fast, and the food was delicious and big enough portions we almost all had enough leftovers for today's lunch. The prices are about the same as many other local restaurants that have smaller portions. The icing on the cake was the service. Our drinks were refilled quickly and the food we ordered for our 2 year old came out almost instantly, making it easier for us to all enjoy the stay. We will definitely be back AND recommend this business to anyone looking for a place to eat."

-Rhonda Brackett, West Des Moines, IA

"I am a bit of a food snob, but I love this place! Great atmosphere and loved the BBQ! Good meat and good sauce and the sides were great especially the cheesy corn with ham! Great service too!"
-Kerry Richards

"Great atmosphere, smelled delicious, great food! Staff was really nice with a smile and always refilled my drink before I had to ask. Ate a tenderloin sandwich with side of Mac and cheese. Both smelled, looked and tasted great! Will be back soon and will bring friends!" -Dominique Combs, Chandler, AZ

"OMG! This place is AWESOME! The food will blow your mind on how Great it taste. The staff was super friendly and attentive to our needs. Asked for the manager, to let him know how Wonderful our experience was, and he sat down and treated us like family for the length of our conversation. Right now this place is the best kept secret. I know once everyone tries them ... this will no longer be the case. Bravo Wobbly Boots!" -Robert O'Brien

We'd like to thank each and every one of the people above and the others not listed here that took the time to write down such nice things about our BBQ restaurant near Des Moines. Our goal is to make sure that all of the customers that join us at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse have an amazing experience and are excited to join us again and again.

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