Fast food places and drive-thrus thrive and multiply. Indeed, atmosphere seems to be a main attraction of these places. It's very warm and comforting to have your family around the table. The nicest thing is that everybody can eat what they want. Most large eateries have a casual atmosphere, perhaps created by the hustle and bustle of a big crowd of people dining in the same area.
Different restaurants have live bands in the evenings, and a few have pool tables and bar areas.
Six opera singers perform some evenings at Romano's Macaroni Grill in West Des Moines. Perhaps it is the satisfying feeling of getting your money's worth. For about half the cost of a swankier place, guests can leave with bellies stuffed and appetites beyond sated. James Shields, executive chef at the Macaroni Grill in West Des Moines, says customers seem to want large portions. We just want every guest who leaves here to be totally full.