Chase's Patio Grill - Urbandale

So, I have always heard great things about the Flying Mango, so I wanted to finally try it. The service was great, once you enter, they have a little waiting area where you can review the menu and/or get a drink. The actual dining area was very crowded and loud due to the open and limited space. For my entrée I tried the Shrimp Pontchartrain, and it had the potential to be good, but I think the gravy was overcooked, so it had an intense burnt flavor. However, they provided great service by offering me the opportunity to try another dish. My server was also very apologetic. I tried the Cajun Catfish which came with cornbread and two sides. I chose grits and mashed potatoes. The catfish had good flavor, the mashed potatoes were ok and the butter on the cornbread was delicious and enhanced the taste. The grits had a unique taste almost like rice. The parking is not the best, there is limited parking at the actual location and then there is a parking lot across the street with limited parking as well. It's clear from my experience that the Flying Mango is dedicated to providing exceptional service.

We visited on a Friday evening and called ahead when we were about 20 minutes out! The hostess greeted us and was so pleasant to talk to and we were seated immediately. The dining room was full and it was a cozy room with lots of conversation and delicious smelling food. After a few minutes with the menu, we ordered drinks. I ordered the **** mary and my partner had the Mango iced tea. Both drinks were fantastic and the **** mary had a piece of sausage and grilled shrimp. For our meals, we ordered the brisket platter with asparagus (veggie of the day) and the coleslaw. I ordered the Louisiana Platter that came with sausage, creole chicken, red beans and rice and cornbread. We shared our plates so we could have a taste of ALL THE THINGS! It was all incredible. We love creole cuisine and savored every bite. The brisket was flavorful and so tender. The andouille sausage was spicy and delicious paired with the red beans and rice. Don't walk, RUN to Flying Mango!

Loved everything about Flying Mango! I have lived in the Des Moines area for more than 20 years and this was my first visit because my sister's husband (they live in Minnesota) watches triple D and said we needed to go here for dinner. Mike was an awesome host and shared great special stories with us. This was the best meal I had out in Des Moines! Can't believe I haven't eaten here before, but definitely will be back.

We tried Flying Mango for a girls night out with friends. It is interesting that when you enter the restaurant you enter through the kitchen first when arriving- we had a big group and they wouldn't seat us till we were all present. Upon being seated we were taken to the back dining area that was less hot than standing in the kitchen area. Service was good. I ordered the jerk spice pulled pork sandwich with a side of veggies that we were told was Brussels sprouts and asparagus. No asparagus in it at all, the veggies were over cooked and mushy. Not my liking at all. The pulled pork was delish and had a great flavor!

Walked in and smelt amazing. First time coming and will definitely be back! Sandwich and sides were delicious