The High Life Lounge

The High Life Lounge is a bar in Des Moines, Iowa. This 1960s-style corner tavern serves the local community with a variety of comfort food favorites and a specialized selection of classic beers. The establishment holds a 4.60 rating and is recognized for its laid-back atmosphere.

Owned by local owners Full Court Press, the lounge features a retro aesthetic complete with a Formica bar top, vintage wallpaper, wood paneling, and retro light fixtures. The interior is decorated with vintage Miller beer promotional signs, reflecting a culture centered around the "Champagne of Beers." The beverage selection emphasizes classics such as Miller High Life, Hamm’s, Pabst Blue Ribbon, and original recipe Schlitz. The food menu focuses on era-appropriate comfort dishes, including cheeseburger baskets, deviled eggs, Spam and egg sandwiches, liver and onions, broasted chicken, and pot roast. Notable appetizers include bacon-wrapped tater tots, bacon-wrapped little smokies, and pot roast poutine. For those looking to dine at home, the business offers the convenience of online ordering.

The business maintains a well-optimized website that search engines read cleanly, making it easy for patrons to find menu details and services.

The High Life Lounge provides a nostalgic dining and drinking experience through its classic menu and historic tavern atmosphere in Des Moines.