Dining

Flora Café

Recently highlighted as one ‘Des Best’ lunch spots in Des Moines by Catch DSM!

Fans of HoQ, the sustainable farm-to-table restaurant in Des Moines’ East Village, will enjoy the savory goodness from owners Chef Suman and Dr. Cynthia Hoque in their place at the Botanical Garden: Flora. 

The HoQ Mediterranean Bowl is a popular item from his flagship restaurant (which will no longer serve lunch) offered at Flora. This vibrant dish features lentil falafel, seasonal vegetables, turmeric couscous and Milton Creamery quark cheese.

Flora is open 11 am to 2 pm Tuesday through Saturday. 

Sunday brunch available 10 am to 2 pm.

Contact Flora at flora@dmbotanicalgarden.com or at 515.323.6288

Buy a Flora Gift Card!

excerpted from article by Wini Moranville
photo 1: DSM Dish Michael Morain
photo 2: Flynn Wright Claire Taets

Admission not required when you remain only within Flora Cafe and their patio for regular hours only, not during special events.

Summer Extended Evenings

Runs thru Sept 29

Tuesdays & Fridays 5-7:30 PM

Picnic in the Garden (Tuesdays & Fridays)

Create your perfect summer evening with Flora’s picnic boxes for two—featuring charcuterie or sandwich options with fresh sides.

  • Vegetarian options available
  • Wine and non-alcoholic beverages available
  • Pick up from concessions between 5–7 PM

Making an advance reservation for a picnic basket recommended.

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