Where to Buy Local in the Greater Des Moines: East

No matter what part of Greater Des Moines (DSM) you’re buying in, the Greater Des Moines Partnership urges you to continue to look local first when it comes to buying from Greater Des Moines (DSM) shops, restaurants and more. By supporting small businesses, the money you spend in the region will stay here in the community. Check out the featured items below for where to buy local from the following east side of DSM Chamber of Commerce businesses:

• Altoona Area Chamber of Commerce
• Bondurant Chamber of Commerce
• Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce
• Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce
• Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce
• Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
• Pella Area Community & Economic Alliance
• Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce   

Greater Des Moines Restaurants

Gezellig Brewing Co. (Greater Newton) 

Check out this women-owned business in the Greater Newton area, owned by two women who love craft beer. Recommendation: Forever Dutch (15% of all Forver Dutch Lager sales support Central College students through the Journey Scholarship Fund.)
gezelligbrewing.com

Grin City Bakery (Grinnell)

Located in Downtown Grinnell, this bakery has donuts and baked goods to enjoy including a variety of cinnamon rolls. Recommendation: Cronut
grincitybakery.com  

Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse (Altoona)

Steaks are center stage at Johnny’s. Enjoy one with fresh-baked focaccia bread and a house salad. Recommendation: Chef Andy's Wednesday Special
johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com

Liberty Street Kitchen (Pella)

The Liberty Street Kitchen contemporary menu has plant-based and vegan options, as well as gluten-friendly items. Recommendation: Lobster Penne and Cheese
libertystreetkitchen.com

Mugsy’s Pizza House – Irish Sports Pub (Pleasant Hill)

Mugsy’s is a local pizzeria with a huge selection of draft beers. Recommendation: Irish Drafts — Killian’s Irish Red Ale, Smithwick’s Red Ale
mugsyspizza.com

Coco & Nini's Italian Restaurant & Lounge (Carlisle)

This family-owned Italian restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday in Carlisle. Recommendation: Italian Grinder (Featuring Graziano’s sausage)
cocoandninis.com

Greater Des Moines Shopping

Bass Pro Shops (Altoona)

Bass Pro Shops may be the world’s leading supplier of premium outdoor gear, but this time of year stop in for holiday items and reserve your spot for a free photo with Santa. Recommendation: Family Pajamas
basspro.com  

Blue Gate Farm (Knoxville)

This generational family farm offers naturally grown produce and farm-fresh jams and jellies. Recommendation: Fibers sourced from Blue Gate alpacas
bluegatefarmfresh.com

Central Tire & Auto (Pella) 

Check out automotive repairs and tire sales at Central Tire & Auto to ensure your car runs smoothly through the winter season. Recommendation: New Set of Tires
centraltireautopella.com

Earthwise Pet (Greater Newton)

Serving Greater Newton residents with a pet nutrition center and wellness spa specializing in natural pet foods, treats and more. Recommendation: Pet House Winter Car Fresheners, Holidays Fur All
newton.earthwisepet.com/products/shop

Off the Rails Quilting (Bondurant)

Visit Off the Rails Quilting for sewing machines, fabric (including holiday fabrics!), apparel, gifts and more. Recommendation: Quilt Block Pop Socket
offtherailsquilting.com   

Porter Hardware & Rental (Pleasant Hill)

A locally owned hardware and rental center, Porter offers outdoor equipment, paint, tools and hardware as well as service and repairs. Recommendation: Snow Blowers
porterdoitbest.com

Greater Des Moines Services

55 Mane on Main (Carlisle)

55 Mane on Main in Carlisle is a cozy local salon with hair services, tanning, spa treatment and more. Recommendation: Retail Items
vagaro.com/55mane

Athletico East Des Moines (Pleasant Hill)

Treat your back and neck pain now so you can get moving next summer at Athletico East Des Moines. Recommendation: Physical Therapy
athletico.com/locations/east-des-moines 

Forbes Office Solutions (Greater Newton)

If you’re looking for office items for your business, Forbes Office Solutions is the place to buy. Recommendation: Holiday Cards
forbesos.com  

Frontline Lawn & Landscape (Bondurant)

Check out Frontline Lawn & Landscape for all residential and commercial landscape needs. Recommendation: Winter Landscaping Services
frontlinelawns.com

Pella Glass & Home Improvement (Pella)

Pella Glass & Home Improvement will repair and install glass in your home or business. Recommendation: Custom Frameless Shower Doors
pellaglass.com  

Swain Chiropractic (Altoona)

At Swain Chiropractic, find care for the whole family. Recommendation: First-Visit Consultation
swainchiropractic.com

Village Decorating Studio (Grinnell)

A local design studio that will help you create a beautiful home. Recommendation: Made-in-Iowa Cabinetry (Bertch Cabinetry)
villagedecoratingstudio.com  

The original #DSMlocal Buying Guide offers gift ideas for a variety of recipients from bookworms to pet lovers and more. Throughout the year, The Partnership will continue to add even more buying guides to encourage buying local, curated with DSM shops, restaurants and service providers in mind for shoppers like you! If you’re a business owner and Member of The Partnership interested in being featured in one of the buying guides, sign up here.