Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab is a burger joint East Village Des Moines located in United States.

8 / 10
1032
ratings
  • Phone

    (515) 244-2929

  • Website

    zombieburgerdm.com

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  • Type

    Burger Joint

Address

300 E Grand Ave (at E 4th St) Des Moines , IA 50309 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Dining Options Take-out, Delivery
Parking Street
Restroom Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 318


Keywords:

burgers walking ched french fries undead elvis milkshakes good for groups casual dead moines poutine great value sandwiches fried bananas jalapeño poppers green chili cinnamon toast crunch bacon hot dogs restaurants house salad Rumchata
Evan[Bu]

Where to begin? Get the Zombie Bride Wedding Cake shake with the booze, of course. Then get the They're Coming To Get You Barbara Burger . Fuck this place is amazing! Best place for a burger in DSM!

Ben K.

They call it Zombie Burger because you'll die from gluttony. Try a cereal shake and insane burger like the Elvis (pb/banana/bacon), Barbara (grilled cheese buns ), or Walking Ched (fried mac & cheese ).

Drew Van Woert ????

No matter what time you get here it will be crowded and you'll have to wait in some way. Come hungry, come patient. People come here and get so mad they aren't instantly seated or served.

Patrick O'Brien

Great local burger place with a slightly creepy theme! Seriously good burgers and fries but you might need a Lipitor to survive the experience! Very popular and sometimes hard to get a table

Krista Vogel

Be prepared for a wait! This place gets super busy, but that's because it's so good. Eccentric burger options and delicious shakes, plus awesome beers available on tap .

Lila Starr

Great choices of unusual burgers with Zombie theme, variety of unusual milkshakes , some with cake in them, selection of appetizers like fantastic jalapeno poppers with a raspberry dipping sauce !

BuzzFeed

Called the “Camp Crystal Lake Burger ,” this ~casual~ dinner contains smoked beans, BBQ-spiced potato chips , onion dip , cheddar cheese , and, of course, the patty itself. Read more

Katy Falcon

The Undead Elvis is amazing with peanut butter and fried bananas . And save room for a Zombie Unicorn Shake with fruity pebbles and ice cream .

Meredith Pocius

The planet Terror burger double tap was really good with the caramelized onions and bbq sauce without the American cheese and ranch sauce and the salted sweet potato fries .

Joe Stych

Zombies feast on more than just brains. Limp on over to this unconventional eatery , where you can sample a long list of gourmet burgers and visit the drink lab. Just watch your head.

Xochi Adame @xochiadame

Best non-healthy #vegetarian nom in #DSM! 8K meat-free cals? No prob. Try the Juan of the Dead burger with veggie patty , fried pickles and the Zombie Unicorn milkshake .

Cheyanne Michael

I got the Undead Elvis burger . Although it was expensive , I would pay for the child-created burger again. Who'd have thought to pair peanut butter , bacon and a fried egg on a burger ? I guess Zombies!

Steven Denison

First visit and I started off with the Goat Cheese Jalepano poppers which are fantastic! I then ate the Raygun Burger which had a great balance of flavors. My meal & service was awesome. A must try

Sheldon Pegram

Always check out the #ZBoftheweek. Add a basket of cheese fries to share with the table and a milkshake for desserts and you've got a pretty good meal!

Juice Magazine

For anyone looking for something sweet but a little stronger than espresso , Zombie Burger and Drink Lab makes a spiked pumpkin pie milkshake . Read more

Hannah Garrison

Order the grilled portabello in lieu of meat- the veg burger was a letdown. Also, their house salad is delicious- including edamame , grilled corn and red wine vin- perfect for lunch .

Jamie Marotta

The walking ched was awesome! Will come back again next time in town . Friendly and fast service and the beer was good too. Defiantly worth the wait.

Austin Westermann

The hype is legit! It's worth the wait to be seated instead of take out ! Make sure you get a burger , fries , and a shake! It's not the same without all three!

Linden Tucker

If I'm ever sentenced to Death Row, I now know what my last meal will be: buffalo bacon , Undead Elvis , and the spiked Cinnamon Toast Crunch milk shake .

Hannah Garrison

Order the grilled portabello in lieu of meat- the veg burger was a letdown. Also, their side salad is delicious- including edamame , grilled corn and red wine vin- perfect for lunch .

Jinx

Great little theme joint. Great place to bring out of towners for fun and great food. Love the varieties of burgers . You can not find a better burger in Iowa.

Jordan Roubion Pettis

Fried pickles , Fulci burger . Both delicious. Great atmosphere, fun menu, extensive bar . Prepare for a wait, but it's worth it.

Michelle Robson

Get a spiked shake. A little pricey , but very delicious! Also, plan on waiting a long time if you want to sit down with a big group...so very busy all the time!

Savannah Cramer

It's a fun, friendly restaurant and they really stick to their theme! It's a great place to just hang out and eat with both friends and family!

Erik Rowley

Try the Fulci burger , Soo greasy and tasty you will feel like the undead tearing the burger apart and watching its contents spill out all over your plate!

Brad Hillebrand

Awesome menu. Friendly staff . Service slow during rush but give them a break, still new and its crazy busy. Cant beat the theme, atmosphere. Ill be back, over and over. PS try the Walking Ched .

Kevin Mullett

I highly recommend the Dead Elvis burger and banana peanut butter shake . Bring a wheelbarrow so your friends can get you back to your car.

Dfw Dean

Huge burger list: try one of the shakes too. Or a local brewed beer of course.

Ann Tosel

Got the raygun burger , shake of the week peanut butter & oreo shake , and split the poutine fries . Everything was delicious!!

Macy K.

Take a step out of your comfort zone and try something that sounds "interesting." You'll come to find out that peanut butter & banana on a burger is OUTSTANDING!

Erik Laing

Good beer selection and well thought out burgers . Service is very attentive and the host will text you when a table is available.

David Willmore

Walking Ched burger is so good! Easier to eat with a fork and knife

Eric G.

Try the beer flight . Cheaper than two beers and you get to experience a decent variety.

Miranda Awesome Sauce

Greasy and delicious. Great fried brussels sprouts , with good dips . Variety of beer & other drinks. Good prices.

Nathan Wright

My go-to choice at Zombie Burger is the #5 "They're Coming to Get You, Barbara." The buns are GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES, folks.

Shellie Long

I had the undead elvis....sounds kinda gross but the flavors together were pretty awesome! So many menu choices and the service was rock star!

Andrew Dobney

Cool place. You can definitely split the fry between two people. The 'Walking Ched ' was very...cheesy...

Robert Murphy

Worth the long wait to be seated. Fast service , helpful with everything, staff were courteous with kids, and the food was amazing.

Geoffrey Krum

Adult shakes. Zombie murals . Chain link ceiling decor and more classic and cult zombie references than you can. Shake a chainsaw at. Tip. Always double tap... Twinkies are sacred. Cardio is key.

Adam Podraza

Food is awesome (best burger is DSM). Servers are what you expect from a quick-serve restaurant . Shakes are not just for kids. Don't come with mile-high expectations and you won't be disappointed.

Christopher Stolba

If you get anything more than a single burger and want fries , have someone to split them with! So much (delicious) food!

Csn 419

The boomstick is good but The fried pickles are GREAT. Will try this joint again next time through DSM. want to try an adult shake

Lance Beechwood

Good burgers and prices. I recommend the trailer trash. The fries can be hit or miss, but tasty overall.

Corey Johnson

Try the The Walking Ched - Sun-dappled double burger with deep-fried Mac & cheese bun , bacon , caramelized onion , raw onion & lettuce. It won.

Burton Wilcox

Zombie Poutine is lacking, as was Sarah’s Revenge. Otherwise really enjoyed the shakes and "They're Coming to get you Barbara" is tasty!

Sarah

Veggie patty or mushroom burger both delicious bases for line up of sandwich options. Juan of the Dead with veggie burger is my fave.

Cherie T

The walking ched is great! Split it with a friend though! It's a lot. The fried brussel sprouts are good but salty (there was a pool of oil at the bottom). The red velvet cake shake was a let down.

Eric Mohlis

The pork tenderloin is huge but delicious! The spiked milk shakes are definitely a great dessert !

Mark Garland

"They're Coming to Get You Barbra" burger was AMAZING! The Bleu Cheese Bacon Fries were okay, it's a TON of food! We shared a half order of fries and couldn't finish them.

Estepha Francisque

The real secret might be the shakes. Sweet potato fries are also delicious

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