Opening hours
Closed · opens Tuesday 5:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Des Moines: 12:06 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (515) 244-1213 to confirm.
Location & directions
303 East 5th StreetDes Moines, IA 50309
About HoQ
HoQ is an American restaurant located at 303 East 5th Street in Des Moines, Iowa. It is one of 377 places to eat and drink we list in Des Moines.
HoQ is open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
Available service options are takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Reservations are accepted; call (515) 244-1213 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 303 East 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
- Phone
- (515) 244-1213
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared HoQ’s weekday schedule with 11 other American restaurants in Des Moines. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (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 22 hours a week, 33 hours fewer than the local median of 55. 64% of American restaurants in Des Moines open on Sundays; HoQ does not.
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 HoQ’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
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of HoQ there are 42 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 107 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (32), Mexican & Tex-Mex (11), Cafes & Coffee (9), and Burgers & Fast Food (6).
Competition is healthy: 5 other American restaurants are within a mile and 14 within three miles. The closest is Alba Restaurant, 0.2 mi away.
21 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bars & PubsHoQtail< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeEast Village Nutrition< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexBar Nico< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodThe Continental< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisJimmy John's< 0.1 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 HoQ's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is HoQ open on Sunday?
No, HoQ is closed on Sundays.
Where is HoQ located?
HoQ is located at 303 East 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.
What is the phone number of HoQ?
You can call HoQ at (515) 244-1213.
Does HoQ offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for HoQ, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Does HoQ take reservations?
Yes, HoQ accepts reservations.
Is HoQ open late?
Yes – HoQ is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near HoQ?
There are 107 other places to eat and drink within a mile of HoQ. Nearby options include HoQtail (< 0.1 mi), East Village Nutrition (< 0.1 mi), and Bar Nico (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near HoQ?
5 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Alba Restaurant, 0.2 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.
Nearby places
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