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“best Italian restaurant in Des Moines”
The Latin King, originally established by Jim and Rose Pigneri in 1947, acquired its owner's name after Bob and Amy Tursi purchased the restaurant in August of 1983. Former owner Pigneri, as well as Tursi’s parents, hailed from Terravecchia, Italy before immigrating to the United States. To this day, their Italian heritage shines through in the restaurant’s signature dishes. Tursi’s first experience in the restaurant business came while he was 16 and working at the Crystal Tree restaurant. He purchased Latin King when he was 21 and at age 48 has over 30 years of industry experience under his belt. “I’m full-blooded Italian and my father instilled a good work ethic in me and the pride that goes with having a good family name.” The Latin King continues to honor the Tursi family name and is regarded as the “best Italian restaurant” by local press and dining enthusiasts.
Not busy on a January Wednesday. Had drinks in the bar with a very nice bartender then the hostess came & got us. Got more drinks & ordered. Salads with house dressing of creamy parm was... Read more
We went for an after work dinner. We arrived around 7pm on a Thursday evening. The dining area had love music (which was very loud). The waitress was prompt & we placed our beverage & appetizer... Read more
We have been going to the King for 30+ years. We there last night with some guests from out of town having chosen the restaurant for them. The service was off. Slower than usual and the time... Read more
Tursi's Latin King Italian Dining
Hours
- Sun: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Tue - Thu: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Fri: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Sat: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
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Bar
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Takeout
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Outdoor Seating
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