Django Menu
Welcome to Django, a charming French-inspired eatery located at 1420 Locust St, Des Moines, IA. Specializing in sandwiches and burgers, Django offers a delightful culinary experience that's both classy and casual, making it ideal for any occasion. From their Croque Madame—featuring ham, Swiss cheese, and a luxurious béchamel sauce—to the indulgent Django Burger with bacon and truffle aioli, each dish highlights exquisite flavors.
Django's appetizer menu does not disappoint either; try the Fried Brussels Sprouts with truffle oil and parmesan, or indulge in the decadent Poutine, loaded with braised beef and cheese curds. The vibrant atmosphere complements a good dining experience, with options for outdoor seating and even a full bar for happy hour specials.
Whether you’re dining with family or catching up with friends, Django is the perfect spot to savor delightful dishes and enjoy great company.
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1/2 Fried Brussels Sprouts
with truffle oil, Parmesan and harissa aioli
1/2 Veggie Poutine
Vegetarian brandy peppercorn gravy, onion, roasted mushrooms, cream and Milton Creamery cheese curds over French fries
1/2 Duck Frites
with bearnaise, and ketchup
1/2 Poutine
Braised beef, caramelized onion, mushrooms, Milton Creamery cheese curds and demi-glace over French fries
Stirling Oysters Rockefeller
Baked with bacon, spinach, onion, fennel, lemon, bread crumbs, parmesan, bearnaise
Poutine
Braised beef, caramelized onion, mushrooms, Milton Creamery cheese curds and demi-glace over French fries
Fried Brussels Sprouts
with truffle oil, Parmesan and harissa aioli
Duck Frites
with bearnaise, harissa aioli and curry ketchup
Escargots de Bourgogne
with garlic-parsley butter and lemon
Veggie Poutine
Vegetarian brandy peppercorn gravy, onion, roasted mushrooms, cream and Milton Creamery cheese curds over French fries
Baked Ratatouille
Herbed goat cheese, pesto and crostini
Appetizers
Soup/Salad
Soup du Jour - Cup
Onion Soup
Baby Caesar
House greens, croutons, Parmesan Reggiano, classic caesar dressing
Baby Django
House greens, feta cheese, shaved fennel, radish, tomato, red onion, cucumber and classic vinaigrette
Baby Spinach
Spinach, bacon, feta cheese, strawberries, red onion, candied walnuts and warm bacon vinaigrette
Side Caesar Salad
House greens, croutons, Parmesan Reggiano, classic caesar dressing
Side Django Salad
House greens, feta cheese, shaved fennel, radish, tomato, red onion, cucumber and classic vinaigrette
Side Spinach Salad
Spinach, bacon, feta cheese, strawberries, red onion, candied walnuts and warm bacon vinaigrette
Large Caesar Salad
House greens, croutons, Parmesan Reggiano, classic caesar dressing
Large Django Salad
House greens, feta cheese, shaved fennel, radish, tomato, red onion, cucumber and classic vinaigrette
Large Spinach Salad
Spinach, bacon, feta cheese, strawberries, red onion, candied walnuts and warm bacon vinaigrette
Tuna Nicoise Salad
Seared ahi tuna, house greens, hard-boiled egg, haricots verts, tomato, Nicoise olives, fennel, radish, red onion, crispy potatoes and classic vinaigrette
Croque Madame
Ham, Swiss cheese, fried egg and Dijon mustard on a South Union Bakery country bread with bechamel sauce
Django Burger
Bacon, caramelized onion, Muenster cheese and truffle aioli
Sandwiches
Entrees
Cavatelli
Duroc pork shank and porcini sugo, port-braised shallot, house-made cavatelli, Parmesan Reggiano
Bouillabaisse
French fisherman's stew of scallop, mussels, shrimp, seasonal white fish, Provencal vegetables, saffron-scented seafood broth, crostini with rouille and grated Gruyere
Seared Sea Scallops
Asparagus, red onion, sweet corn, lobster pomme puree and beurre blanc
Lobster Spaghetti
Handmade pasta alla chitarra, whole 6-7 oz cold water, lobster tail, bacon, tarragon and sauce Americaine
Roasted Chicken
Roasted chicken ,stewed peppers & onions, garlic confit, saffron risotto
New York Strip Au Poivre
10 oz peppercorn-encrusted New York strip, Django potatoes, haricots verts and sauce au poivre
Beef Bourguignon
Beef short rib braised with red wine, carrot, mushroom, cipollini onions and bacon with potato Parisienne
Filet Rossini
7 oz beef tenderloin, foie gras torchon, black truffle, roasted asparagus, pommes puree and demi-glace
Steak Frites- Ribeye
choice or sauce and French Fries
Steak Frites - Filet
with choice of sauce and French Fries
Steak Frites - Bavette
with choice of sauce and French Fries
Creme Brulee
Madagascar vanilla bean and cream topped with bruleed sugar
Pot du Creme
Belgian dark chocolate custard topped with sea salt
Sundae
Pistachio, Ameretti cookie, dulce de leche, cherry gelato and toasted marshmallow
