The food was great tasting. The atmosphere was nostalgic. Server was good. The cocktails were the best thing of the dinner.
Tom Archer’s Poor Man’s Supper Club
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Tom Archer’s Poor Man’s Supper Club, located beneath the beautifully restored Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, Iowa, is a celebration of history, community, and refined dining. The establishment pays tribute to the legacy of Tom Archer, a key figure in the big band and ballroom movements of the 1930s and 40s, blending nostalgia with a classic culinary experience.
This supper club serves as a homage to the golden era of live music, where food, drinks, and memories intertwine. Guests can enjoy a curated collection of photos and memorabilia that honor Archer's contributions to the music industry and the joy of dancing in the Midwest.
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Table of 8 on Saturday night. Reservations honored. The vibes take you back in time - simple interior, wood paneling, burgundy booths, history on the walls. Our server was really nice. The...
The food was good. The service was a little aggressive and the order of items coming out is a bit different than you would expect. The salad will come out with the meal unless you specify...
Made a reservation and the parking lot was full! Not even a show night. Service was not great. Soup came out without a spoon. Steak came out without a knife. Steak was not very appetizing. With I...
We came on a Saturday night at the same time there was an event, so it was a bit confusing where we were directed to park and had to enter the building. The host and the servers are really nice....
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