Royal Mile

Royal Mile Beer, Scotch & British-style pub grub served in a casual space with a homey atmosphere.
(1923)

On December 12, 2001 local company Full Court Press opened their first (but certainly not last) downtown establishment, The Royal Mile. Described by the Des Moines Register as “Des Moines’ living room”, the Royal Mile has become the “local” for many people in Des Moines. Cozy up to the fire on a cold autumn day or enjoy our beautiful brick courtyard with friends and family. The Mile has a comforta

ble atmosphere, great beer selection, and wonderful modern and traditional British dishes. The Mile has 28 ales and lagers on draft, over 120 bottled beers and over 115 single malt Scotches. So raise a pint and a ruckus with your mates at downtown Des Moines’ favorite hangout. And don’t forget the Red Monk upstairs – Central Iowa’s only Belgian bar.

In celebration of Labor Day, we’re giving most of the crew a well-earned Monday off, but don’t worry—we’re not completel...
09/07/2026

In celebration of Labor Day, we’re giving most of the crew a well-earned Monday off, but don’t worry—we’re not completely abandoning you.

🍻 The bar will be open at 5PM for cocktails, pints, and your regularly scheduled pub shenanigans.

We'll meet you at The Mile... at 5PM!

The Premier League ⚽ kicks off bright and early Sunday morning, so naturally, we’re opening the pub for those who consid...
09/06/2026

The Premier League ⚽ kicks off bright and early Sunday morning, so naturally, we’re opening the pub for those who consider soccer more important than sleep.

🚨Bar open at 8AM - Kitchen open at 10AM 🚨
⚽ 8AM: Everton vs. Manchester United
⚽ 10:30AM: Arsenal vs. Chelsea

Come grab a pint, catch the matches, and wait patiently for breakfast to be served -- we promise it's worth it!

We'll meet you at The Mile 👑

Downtown Des Moines has plenty of places to eat, drink, and make questionable decisions. Whether you're catching a show,...
09/05/2026

Downtown Des Moines has plenty of places to eat, drink, and make questionable decisions. Whether you're catching a show, heading to the ballpark, or just looking for a cozy spot with familiar faces, we’re rather fond of being the place you keep coming back to ❤️

Always and forever, we'll meet you at The Mile 👑

Did you know? The average person in Britain eats nearly 9,000 peas every year. That seems like a lot.. but who are we to...
09/03/2026

Did you know? The average person in Britain eats nearly 9,000 peas every year. That seems like a lot.. but who are we to judge?

Whether you're headed to the ever so ✨popular✨ show around the corner, or joining us for trivia tonight, we hope you can give peas a chance 🫛 Or at least the respect they deserve.

We'll meet you at The Mile 👑

Off to see Wicked? Make the pub a part of your plans! We’re just a 4-minute walk from the Des Moines Civic Center, makin...
09/01/2026

Off to see Wicked? Make the pub a part of your plans! We’re just a 4-minute walk from the Des Moines Civic Center, making us the perfect stop before or after the show 💚 Come for dinner, stay for a pint, and leave feeling positively wicked.

After all, there’s no place like The Mile 👑

A huge thank you to our wonderful customers for allowing us the day to celebrate the people who make The Mile what it is...
08/31/2026

A huge thank you to our wonderful customers for allowing us the day to celebrate the people who make The Mile what it is ❤️ Our team works hard to keep the pub running, so yesterday was all about good company, baseball, and a little fun in the sun.

Never fear, we're open regular hours for the rest of the week, and as always, we'll meet you at The Mile 👑

The Royal Mile will be closed on Sunday, August 30th, in order to celebrate the people who make the pub what it is - our...
08/29/2026

The Royal Mile will be closed on Sunday, August 30th, in order to celebrate the people who make the pub what it is - our staff ❤️

Our staff isn’t just the heart of The Mile—they’re the reason the pints are poured, and the pub feels like home. We’re incredibly lucky to have such a hardworking, hilarious, and downright beloved crew.

So come see them tonight, raise a glass, and let them know how much you appreciate them, too. Tomorrow, it’s their turn to be spoiled -- They’ve earned it 👑

We'll meet you at The Mile... on Monday!

A proper Saturday deserves a visit to the pub. Breakfast served until noon, and no one will judge if your breakfast incl...
08/29/2026

A proper Saturday deserves a visit to the pub. Breakfast served until noon, and no one will judge if your breakfast includes a pint or two.

We'll meet you at The Mile 👑

Weekends are meant for sharing. Proper food and even better company is encouraged. Sharing your fries is negotiable. We'...
08/28/2026

Weekends are meant for sharing. Proper food and even better company is encouraged. Sharing your fries is negotiable.

We'll meet you at The Mile 👑

Did you know? Sticky Toffee Pudding is really made from dates, and although called a pudding, is actually more of a cake...
08/27/2026

Did you know? Sticky Toffee Pudding is really made from dates, and although called a pudding, is actually more of a cake. And if you’re wondering whether you need some after dinner… you absolutely do.

Come show off the rest of your useless knowledge tonight! Trivia starts at 8pm every Thursday. Free to play, and open to all.

We'll meet you (upstairs) at The Mile 👑

Address

210 4th Street
Des Moines, IA
50309

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 2am
Tuesday 11am - 2am
Wednesday 11am - 2am
Thursday 11am - 2am
Friday 11am - 2am
Saturday 8am - 2am
Sunday 10am - 2am

Telephone

+15152822012

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