Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Des Moines: 11:58 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (515) 279-0075 to confirm.
Location & directions
1903 Beaver AvenueDes Moines, IA 50310
About Motley School Tavern
Located at 1903 Beaver Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, Motley School Tavern is an American restaurant. Our Des Moines guide covers 377 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Motley School Tavern is open 6 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday).
You can visit for dine-in.
Phone: (515) 279-0075.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 1903 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
- Phone
- (515) 279-0075
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Motley School Tavern’s weekday schedule with 11 other American restaurants in Des Moines. On a typical weekday it opens at 9:00 AM, earlier than 91% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 78 hours a week, 24 hours more than the local median of 54. 55% of American restaurants in Des Moines open on Sundays, and Motley School Tavern is one of them.
Compared with 11 other American restaurants in Des Moines that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Iowa
Based on 20 menus with 906 priced items from American restaurants in Iowa, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $14.00.
We don’t have Motley School Tavern’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Iowa typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Cottage Cheese | 45% | $3.10 |
| French Fries | 45% | $4.00 |
| Onion Rings | 35% | $9.95 |
| House Salad | 25% | $5.99 |
| Coleslaw | 25% | $3.38 |
| Side Salad | 25% | $6.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken | 20% | $17.00 |
| Patty Melt | 20% | $10.75 |
Calculated from 20 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Motley School Tavern there are 3 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 25 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (5), Pizza (4), Cafes & Coffee (3), and Sandwiches & Delis (1).
Competition is light: 1 other American restaurant is within a mile and 18 within three miles. The closest is Louie's Wine Dive, 0.8 mi away.
4 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsSnookies Malt Shop< 0.1 mi
- PizzaMichael's Pizza0.5 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeGrounds For Celebration0.5 mi
- Bars & PubsDam Pub0.6 mi
- ItalianChristopher's0.7 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Motley School Tavern's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Is Motley School Tavern open on Sunday?
Yes, Motley School Tavern is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Where is Motley School Tavern located?
Motley School Tavern is located at 1903 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310.
What is the phone number of Motley School Tavern?
You can call Motley School Tavern at (515) 279-0075.
Does Motley School Tavern offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Motley School Tavern. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Motley School Tavern open late?
Yes – Motley School Tavern is open until 10 PM or later on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Motley School Tavern?
There are 25 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Motley School Tavern. Nearby options include Snookies Malt Shop (< 0.1 mi), Michael's Pizza (0.5 mi), and Grounds For Celebration (0.5 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Motley School Tavern?
1 other American restaurant within a mile. The closest is Louie's Wine Dive, 0.8 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Iowa cost?
Based on 20 menus with 906 priced items from American restaurants in Iowa, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $14.00.
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