Dogtown Business and Entertainment District

Dogtown Business and Entertainment District Dogtown is a business, dining, and entertainment district in the heart of the Drake Neighborhood. Other partners include the City of Des Moines and Invest DSM.

The development of the Dogtown District is a collaboration between Drake University, The Neighborhood Development Corporation, and the Des Moines West Side Chamber of Commerce. Stay tuned for more info as new branding and marketing materials are developed in the coming months.

👀 Did someone say 'Free Dogtown T-shirt?”🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️We have whipped up the quintessential guide for the Dogtow...
04/13/2026

👀 Did someone say 'Free Dogtown T-shirt?”🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️

We have whipped up the quintessential guide for the Dogtown Business and Entertainment District!

Find your new favorite spot and visit some of the area's tried-and-true hangout spots. Maybe even leave with a new 'do or tattoo!

Where will adventure take you? 🤔

Once you get 10 "Stamps," go to Nos Books to get your prize and rep 😍

Gursha Ethiopian Grill is celebrating its 5th anniversary tomorrow! Stop by tomorrow, 1/17, to celebrate and enjoy 50% o...
01/16/2026

Gursha Ethiopian Grill is celebrating its 5th anniversary tomorrow! Stop by tomorrow, 1/17, to celebrate and enjoy 50% off your meal!

Doing some last minute shopping for the holidays? Dogtown has plenty of options to help you find the perfect gift. Stop ...
12/17/2025

Doing some last minute shopping for the holidays? Dogtown has plenty of options to help you find the perfect gift. Stop by your favorite Dogtown businesses and shop local this holiday season!

Serving bold flavors and authentic Mexican favorites, Habanero's is a favorite amongst locals in the Drake Neighborhood....
12/15/2025

Serving bold flavors and authentic Mexican favorites, Habanero's is a favorite amongst locals in the Drake Neighborhood. Stop by today and give them a try! 🌶🔥

Stop by Mars Cafe tomorrow night for some holiday fun! 🎄✨️Enjoy live music, seasonal treats, a gift card raffle, and spe...
12/11/2025

Stop by Mars Cafe tomorrow night for some holiday fun! 🎄✨️

Enjoy live music, seasonal treats, a gift card raffle, and special events at neighboring businesses Nos Books and Shelf Love DSM. You don't want to miss out!

8 Degrees Cafe and Boba offers a wide selection of refreshing beverages, including smoothies, fruit and milk teas, coffe...
11/23/2025

8 Degrees Cafe and Boba offers a wide selection of refreshing beverages, including smoothies, fruit and milk teas, coffee drinks, and more. Stop by today to try out one of the best boba places in Des Moines!

The University Library Cafe is Dogtown's cozy, old-school neighborhood bar. With a great selection of food and more than...
11/18/2025

The University Library Cafe is Dogtown's cozy, old-school neighborhood bar. With a great selection of food and more than 20 beers on tap, The Library is a popular spot for residents and visitors of the Drake Neighborhood.

This holiday season, several Dogtown businesses are partnering with to support families in our community. Drop off non-...
11/16/2025

This holiday season, several Dogtown businesses are partnering with to support families in our community. Drop off non-perishable donations at participating businesses and enjoy exclusive deals as a thank you! Donations are being accepted through 12/23. Together, we can make an impact!

For years, Hilal Groceries has made the Dogtown District an inclusive and flavorful destination for global cuisine. Offe...
11/11/2025

For years, Hilal Groceries has made the Dogtown District an inclusive and flavorful destination for global cuisine. Offering a wide selection of halal meats and other international foods, Hilal Groceries is a great place to stop by and shop!

11/08/2025
☀️ It's a sunny day in Dogtown! ☀️Stop by Cafe Chai and refresh yourself with one of their many delicious beverage optio...
11/07/2025

☀️ It's a sunny day in Dogtown! ☀️

Stop by Cafe Chai and refresh yourself with one of their many delicious beverage options.

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