Harbinger

“My husband and I finally made it to Harbinger for the first time, and it was nothing short of stellar. We opted for the 9-year anniversary tasting menu, and it was a masterclass in culinary creativity. Every single course was a revelation—unique, incredibly flavorful, and plated like a work of art. It’s rare to find a restaurant where the food, service, and atmosphere all hum in perfect harmony, but Harbinger nails it. The staff made us feel truly welcome, and the vibe provided the perfect backdrop for such a special meal. If you haven't been yet, don't wait as long as we did! We are already looking forward to our next visit.”

“What an amazing experience! A beautiful restaurant on Ingersoll in Des Moines. We went for the Valentine weekend experience and it was fabulous. A six course meal plus dessert. 5 star service by our waitress Melina. The food was all 5 star plus! They actually had a vegetarian and a vegan "no problem" menu which is almost unheard of. A true gem. Highly recommend!!!”

“Fantastic and memorable! We enjoyed every exquisite morsel. The experience was akin to eating at an art museum. The service was professional, kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. We found the menu to have plentiful vegetarian options—which is often scarce in the Midwest. I think we ordered all of them! My husband and I were celebrating his retirement after 33+ years of service in the Army National Guard. It was a big day for us, the Harbinger team made it incredibly special, warm, and memorable. Thank you so much!”

“Fantastic dining experience. These guys and gals obviously love what they do. Chefs tastings were phenomenal, atmosphere and service were on point. Wine tasting was weak, but a great starter cocktail and everything else was perfect! Can’t wait to go back!”

“Incredible food, marvelous service. Each bite of food felt like a separate experience, and I savored all of it. They were also more than accommodating of my dietary preferences and were very thoughtful. We went for happy hour, and the $8 dishes were honestly my favorites of the entire menu (the bao buns and shokupan). The chef’s tasting was decadent. 10/10 recommend.”