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Malo

4.3(1,776)
Mexican Restaurant

About

Malo is a stylish Mexican restaurant set in a renovated Art Deco firehouse, offering Pan-Latin dishes with bold, creative flavors. The warm atmosphere and fresh handmade tortillas make it a standout spot for client dinners or team lunches.

The venue features an inviting indoor space and a shaded outdoor patio, both suitable for groups up to 50. Attentive service and a well-curated drink menu complement the food, making Malo a reliable choice for business gatherings in Des Moines.

Best for

  • Client dinners with bold Pan-Latin flavors
  • Team lunches with outdoor patio seating
  • Small group celebrations in a stylish Art Deco space

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Renovated Art Deco firehouse setting
Architecture
Renovated Art Deco firehouse setting
The venue is housed in a stylishly renovated Art Deco firehouse, lending a distinctive historic and architectural character to the space that sets it apart from typical Mexican restaurants.
Patio seating with shade options
Outdoor Space
Patio seating with shade options
Malo offers an outdoor patio with seating that includes umbrellas for shade, providing a comfortable environment for groups to gather outside while enjoying fresh air and ambiance.
Creative Pan-Latin cuisine and cocktails
Food & Beverage
Creative Pan-Latin cuisine and cocktails
The menu features inventive takes on Latin flavors, including standout items like fresh handmade tortillas, shrimp ceviche, and a diverse taco selection, complemented by a curated drink menu.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 1,776 reviews