Opening hours
Closed · opens Thursday 5:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Des Moines: 1:23 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (515) 244-1213 to confirm.
Location & directions
303 East 5th StreetDes Moines, IA 50309
About HoQtail
HoQtail is a bar you'll find at 303 East 5th Street in Des Moines, Iowa. It's part of our guide to 377 restaurants, cafes and bars in Des Moines.
HoQtail is open 3 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday). Night owls can stop by until 12:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
For questions or orders, call (515) 244-1213.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 303 East 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
- Phone
- (515) 244-1213
- Hours
- Open 3 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared HoQtail’s weekday schedule with 14 other bars in Des Moines. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 2:30 PM) and closes at 12:00 AM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 2:00 AM).
In total it is open about 21 hours a week, 58 hours fewer than the local median of 79. 79% of bars in Des Moines open on Sundays; HoQtail does not.
Compared with 14 other bars in Des Moines that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have HoQtail’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask HoQtail directly at (515) 244-1213 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of HoQtail there are 42 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 107 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (31), Mexican & Tex-Mex (11), Cafes & Coffee (9), and American (6).
Competition is strong: 20 other bars are within a mile and 31 within three miles. The closest is Beechwood Lounge, < 0.1 mi away.
21 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanHoQ< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeEast Village Nutrition< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexBar Nico< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodThe Continental< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisJimmy John's< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are HoQtail's opening hours?
Open 3 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: Closed.
Is HoQtail open on Sunday?
No, HoQtail is closed on Sundays.
Where is HoQtail located?
HoQtail is located at 303 East 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.
What is the phone number of HoQtail?
You can call HoQtail at (515) 244-1213.
Is HoQtail open late?
Yes – HoQtail is open until 10 PM or later on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near HoQtail?
There are 107 other places to eat and drink within a mile of HoQtail. Nearby options include HoQ (< 0.1 mi), East Village Nutrition (< 0.1 mi), and Bar Nico (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near HoQtail?
20 other bars within a mile. The closest is Beechwood Lounge, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
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