Royal Indian Grill

Royal Indian Grill, opened in 2026, is an inviting, family-owned restaurant in Des Moines specializing in North Indian classics. With a spacious dining area, a full bar, and a large menu of both meat and vegetarian dishes, it's a great option for a date night, family meal, or quick lunch.

Highlights

Comfort Classics: The menu covers many of the North Indian dishes diners know and love, including butter chicken, saag paneer, paneer tikka, and comforting dals. Customize your spice level, and sop up the sauce with some fresh naan.

Fresh Bread Galore: Choose from 12 varieties of fresh tandoori bread, which are prepared with different fillings and seasonings.

Great for Vegetarian and Vegan Diners: With more than a dozen vegetarian choices, plus quite a few vegan selections, there's plenty to choose from. Spices, savory sauces, and fresh herbs make the plant-based dishes as flavorful as anything else on the menu.

Don’t Rush Past the Appetizers: Veggie Manchurian brings an Indo-Chinese twist with tangy flavors and fresh bell peppers, while chat papdi layers crispy crackers and chickpeas with yogurt and bright minty flavors.

Full Bar Featuring Indian Beers: Diners over 21 can post up at the beautiful, vintage bar and enjoy a cocktail or try something new from a selection of imported Indian beers.

The Vibe
A roomy dining area with wall-side booths and central tables gives the restaurant an open, welcoming feel. The full bar adds another reason to linger.