Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
Burger Joint, American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
East Village, Des Moines
The burgers at Zombie Burger + Drink Lab is a can't miss
"Must try "the walking ched" it comes with macaroni and cheese!"(17 Tips)
"Everything here is delicious, but that Undead Elvis is to die for!"(9 Tips)
"Raygun burger and fried pickles are amazing!! Great atmosphere!!"(9 Tips)
"Dead Moines burger"(5 Tips)
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Evan[Bu]September 19, 2011Where 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.June 21, 2015They 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).
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'BrienFebruary 28, 2015Great 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 VogelMarch 2, 2016Be 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.
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!
Meredith PociusSeptember 21, 2019The 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.
Katy FalconAugust 31, 2014The Undead Elvis is amazing with peanut butter and fried bananas. And save room for a Zombie Unicorn Shake with fruity pebbles and ice cream.
Austin WestermannMarch 17, 2016The 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!
Sheldon PegramFebruary 27, 2016Always 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!
Hannah GarrisonSeptember 30, 2012Order 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.- Hannah GarrisonSeptember 30, 2012Order 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.
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!
Joe StychJanuary 26, 2012Zombies 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.
Steven DenisonSeptember 25, 2011First 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
Juice MagazineSeptember 24, 2013For anyone looking for something sweet but a little stronger than espresso, Zombie Burger and Drink Lab makes a spiked pumpkin pie milkshake. Read more
Kevin MullettMay 28, 2014I highly recommend the Dead Elvis burger and banana peanut butter shake. Bring a wheelbarrow so your friends can get you back to your car.
Jamie MarottaJuly 21, 2013The 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.
Erik RowleyFebruary 19, 2012Try 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!
My go-to choice at Zombie Burger is the #5 "They're Coming to Get You, Barbara." The buns are GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES, folks.
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.- 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.
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.
Dfw DeanAugust 13, 2015Huge burger list: try one of the shakes too. Or a local brewed beer of course.
Linden TuckerJune 8, 2013If 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.
Shellie LongJune 10, 2016I had the undead elvis....sounds kinda gross but the flavors together were pretty awesome! So many menu choices and the service was rock star!
Try the beer flight. Cheaper than two beers and you get to experience a decent variety.
Ann ToselSeptember 18, 2014Got the raygun burger, shake of the week peanut butter & oreo shake, and split the poutine fries. Everything was delicious!!
Andrew DobneyOctober 24, 2013Cool place. You can definitely split the fry between two people. The 'Walking Ched' was very...cheesy...
Erik LaingAugust 15, 2014Good beer selection and well thought out burgers. Service is very attentive and the host will text you when a table is available.
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.
Cheyanne MichaelMarch 11, 2016I 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!
Jordan Roubion PettisDecember 24, 2014Fried pickles, Fulci burger. Both delicious. Great atmosphere, fun menu, extensive bar. Prepare for a wait, but it's worth it.
Burton WilcoxJune 21, 2015Zombie Poutine is lacking, as was Sarah’s Revenge. Otherwise really enjoyed the shakes and "They're Coming to get you Barbara" is tasty!
Mark GarlandAugust 15, 2012"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.
Savannah CramerMarch 1, 2015It'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!
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.
Csn 419September 19, 2014The boomstick is good but The fried pickles are GREAT. Will try this joint again next time through DSM. want to try an adult shake
Greasy and delicious. Great fried brussels sprouts, with good dips. Variety of beer & other drinks. Good prices.
Try the The Walking Ched - Sun-dappled double burger with deep-fried Mac & cheese bun, bacon, caramelized onion, raw onion & lettuce. It won.
Christopher StolbaApril 30, 2013If you get anything more than a single burger and want fries, have someone to split them with! So much (delicious) food!
Adam PodrazaNovember 20, 2011Food 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.
John B.March 18, 2012The burgers are amazing!!!! Try to avoid special add ons such as spiked milkshakes or you will he leaving with a 50 dollar bill for 2........
Macy K.February 6, 2012Take 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!
Robert MurphyJuly 20, 2013Worth the long wait to be seated. Fast service, helpful with everything, staff were courteous with kids, and the food was amazing.
Bill GoekeDecember 23, 2013The Boomstick! Be careful on the first bite as it's not called The Boomstick for nothing! If you aren't, the guy sitting at the table next to you will be cleaning deep fried chili off his shirt.
Eric MohlisAugust 1, 2015The pork tenderloin is huge but delicious! The spiked milk shakes are definitely a great dessert!
BeverlyOctober 28, 2012Walk right in and got seated. Sat at the bar. Bartender he is great. Very nice guy since this was our first time here.
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(515) 244-2929
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