Noah's Ark Ristorante 2400 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

"We recently moved to the area. It had been years since I'd been here. The reviews were good. So I decided to bring a friend here for lunch. At noon there were only a handful of people dining. We were given a very extensive menu with a paper menu inside. I assumed the paper menu was lunch. But the prices were still pretty steep and the choices weren't typical lunch items. I ordered the pasta. 14.95 It came with a small lettuce salad and two dinner rolls. It was okay but the sauce was pretty runny. My friend ordered the Calzone for 17.00 We assumed it was stuffed (the paper menu didn't say) It also came with a small lettuce salad. The calzone (pictured) was not good. It was a hollow shell with a dab of cheese on the bottom. Definitely not worth 17.00 She also ordered a cup of hot tea. 3.75 She was given one small cup of hot water and a tea bag. We were there on a Wednesday from 11:30 - 1:15. There was never more than a handful of people there. I think they'd do better if they'd have a smaller (lunch) menu and adjust the prices accordingly. Lastly, they need to post an updated menu because the prices are considerably higher than anything posted."

"I had the aged steak. Pretty tasty cooked a bit more than I liked but tasted wonderful nonetheless. Water glasses are small and refills require service even with drinks being ordered. The server was very polite and knew her stuff l, recommendations for menu items were taken and proven correct as everything came out great. Kind of crowded in seating. The food is awesome and I will be back at least for a cannoli."

"This DSM staple is the best Italian around. Their old-school oven makes this thin crispy crust pizza that is beyond belief, amazing. It is a tough act to follow. You could drink their red sauce. Add this one to your list.."

"Very up beat Italian restaurant. The food was super delicious. Their house made sausage is the absolute best! Just be aware it’s a link of sausage not ground up. I had it with some meat sauce and it was oh so tasty. My girlfriend had the classic chicken Alfredo and she loved it too!"

"This place is amazing! Amazing food and wonderful amazing waitresses and waiters!! I had the best waitress and she was very kind and helpful! She went above and beyond to help us order, kept our drinks filled, very professional, I had a great experience!! The food was excellent especially the bread and sauce!!!!!!!!!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!"