John Hernandez
Horsemen’s Liaison & Television Commentator
(515) 967-1206
john.hernandez@prairiemeadows.com
Martha Harsch
Racing Office Administrative Assistant
(515) 967-1205
martha.harsch@prairiemeadows.com
April 26 – August 11, 2018
Thursday & Friday:
1st Post: 6:00pm (Central)
Saturday & Sunday:
1st Post 1:00pm (<entral)
Pat Pope
Thoroughbred Racing Secretary
(515) 967-1204
Chad Keller
Quarter Horse Racing Secretary
(515) 957-3027
Jack Coady
Track Photographer
(515) 967-1381
Lori Thornburg
Horsemen’s Bookkeeper
(515) 967-1298
Monday – Sunday: 8am –10pm
Capacity: 14 people
ON-SITE DINING
1 Prairie Meadows Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-3535
prairiemeadows.com
AJ’s Steakhouse is where Iowa’s world-renowned steaks and chops are celebrated. Along with serving only the choicest cuts of beef, AJ’s boldy flavored American cuisine will have you coming back for more.
Café at the Meadows is the perfect spot for a delicious wake-me-up hot off the griddle or a tasty midday lunch. With breakfast served anytime and a lunch menu that includes soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, flatbread pizza, pasta and wraps, it’s a real crowd pleaser.
The Paddock Grill & Deli
The new Paddock Grill & Deli’s hand-carved turkey sandwiches and fresh baked breads have been drawing rave reviews. Along with its wide selection of fresh salads and subs, this bistro also cooks up delicious pizzas, burgers, hot dogs and other daily specials.
Quick Bites
With three fast dining options conveniently located throughout Prairie Meadows, you’re never far from a delicious meal.
Triple Crown Eatery
Our Triple Crown Eatery is proof that not all buffets are created equal. Depending on whether you’re visiting us for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can find a stunning spread of soups, salads, sides, entrees and desserts. It’s truly a diner’s delight.
Champions Clubhouse
Open throughout the 2016 live racing season, Champions Clubhouse buffet’s fresh selection of homemade soups, generous salad bar, and hot and cold dishes are perfect for enjoying at your private table overlooking the track.
Finish Line Show Lounge
Enjoy one of our free live acts when they take the stage in the Finish Line Show Lounge. Check out the lineup here and catch some of best regional entertainment during your visit.
Meetings & Conferences
Our numerous, versatile meeting spaces offer a variety of room configurations that can accommodate small meetings of 12 all the way to a 2,000-attendee conference.
Galas, Weddings & Banquets
Meadows Event Center Concerts
We’re always booking big name acts to play The Meadows. Join our concert connection or browse our event calendar to receive information on all the latest news and ticket information on our upcoming artists.
Meadows Casino
LOCAL DINING
Big Steer Restaurant & Lounge
1715 Adventureland Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-6933
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Jethro ‘n Jake’s Smokehouse Steaks
2601 Adventureland Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-9727
jethrosdesmoines.com
Centinela Mexican Restaurant
3160 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-5033
centinelarestaurant.com
Claxon’s Smokehouse & Grill
3131 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-7979
claxonsbbq.net
Fireside Grille
523 8th Street SE
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-8122
fireside-grille.com
Founders Irish Pub
110 1st Street SE
Bondurant, IA 50035
(515) 918-7178
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Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse Altoona
550 Bass Pro Drive NW
Altoona, IA 50321
(515) 957-9600
johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
Pine Tree Plaza
550 36th Avenue SW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-5820
monterrey123.com
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
2621 Adventureland Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-9900
perkinsrestaurants.com
Village Inn
3410 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-9095
villageinn.com
Okoboji Grill
2010 SE Delaware Avenue #260
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 964-9443
okobojigrill.com
Club Car Restaurant & Lounge – Steakhouse, American, Seafood
Lake Pointe Center
13435 University Avenue
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 226-1729
clubcardining.com
Cool Basil – Asian, Chinese, Thai
University Park
1250 86th Street
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 225-8111
El Azteca
Kohl’s Plaza
1701 SE Delaware Avenue #300
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 964-5903
elaztecaiowa.com
El Charro Mexican Restaurant
Delaware Centre II
2010 SE Delaware Avenue #230
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 964-4264
elcharrorestaurantankenyia.com
Firetrucker Brewery
716 SW 3rd Street
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 964-1284
firetrucker.com
HuHot Mongolian Grill
Delaware Marketplace
2310 SE Delaware Avenue
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 963-7860
huhot.com
Leaning Tower of Pizza
512 SW 3rd Street
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 964-0401
ltpizza.com
Ranallo’s On 3rd – Italian, American
417 SW 3rd Street
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 964-9510
ranallos.com
Sports Page
1707 North Ankeny Boulevard
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 963-8811
thesportspagegrill.com
Tokyo Steakhouse
113 SE Delaware Avenue #104
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 963-8898
tokyosteakhouseankeny.com
Waterfront Seafood Market
2414 SE Tone’s Drive
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 963-1940
waterfrontseafoodmarket.com
Wig & Pen – Pizza Pub
2005 South Ankeny Boulevard #300
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 963-9777
wigandpenpizza.com
Yankee Clipper
312 SW Maple Street
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 964-9484
yankeeclipperbar.com
J Benjamin’s – Pizza, Steak, Seafood
5800 Franklin Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50322
(515) 255-3725
simonsdsm.com
Jesse’s Embers – Seafood, Steakhouse
3301 Ingersoll Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 255-6011
theoriginaljessesembers.com
Fire Creek Grill – Steakhouse, Seafood
800 South 50th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 224-0500
firecreekonline.com
Jesse’s Embers – Seafood, Steakhouse
3301 Ingersoll Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 255-6011
theoriginaljessesembers.com
Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse
6800 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 287-0848
johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com
Maxie’s – American
1311 Grand Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1463
maxiesrestaurant.com
Ohana Steakhouse – Japanese
2900 University Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 225-3325
ohanasteakhouse.com
Samurai Sushi and Hibachi
Jordan Creek Town Center
7125 Mills Civic Parkway #110
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 223-4888
samuraisushiandhibachi.com
Smokey D’s BBQ
5055 NW 2nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 243-2747
smokeydsbbq.com
ENTERTAINMENT
Adventureland Amusement Park
305 34th Avenue NW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 266-2121
(800) 532-1286
adventurelandpark.com
Thrill rides for all ages plus a water park, arcades, dining options, variety shows & lodging.
Century 20 Jordan Creek And XD
101 Jordan Creek Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 267-8981
cinemark.com
OTHER SERVICES
Capitol Cab Company
(515) 282-8111
Yellow Cab Company
(515) 243-1111
Trans Iowa
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 282-8111
transiowa.com
info@transiowa.com
Iowa Bus Charter Service
Trans Iowa Charters offers customized, chartered motorcoach service.
Shuttle Service
(515) 244-4919
(800) 310-6754
AJ’s Limousine
West Des Moines, IA
(515) 202-5466
ajslimo.com
Luxxor Limousines
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 868-1819
luxxorlimousines.com
Smithson Limousine Services
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 285-6346
smithsonlimousine.com
Community State Bank
200 8th Street SE
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 331-3100
bankcsb.com
Git-N-Go ATM
1 Prairie Meadows Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
Great Western Bank
2770 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-1495
greatwesternbank.com
Legacy Bank
502 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-9981
banklegacy.com
U.S. Bank ATM
2221 Adventureland Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(800) 872-2657
usbank.com
HOTELS
2405 SE Creekview Drive
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 422-5555
marriott.com
215 NE Delaware Avenue
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-8400
marriott.com
6210 SE Convenience Boulevard
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 261-4400
hamptoninn3.hilton.com
Horseman’s Rate Available
165 Adventureland Drive NW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-1855
(877) 660-8550
ihg.com
2402 SE Tones Drive
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-2400
(877) 660-8550
ihg.com
Horseman’s Rate Available
1 Prairie Meadows Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-3000
5100 Hubbell Avenue
(515) 262-5659
Des Moines, IA 50317
4755 Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, IA 50322
(515) 278-8858
econolodge.com
101 East Locust Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 244-1700
embassysuites3.hilton.com
418 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 282-5555
desmoines.place.hyatt.com
3411 Hubbell Avenue
(515) 265-1601
Des Moines, IA 50317
4685 A Northeast 14th Street
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 265-5671
travelodge.com
GOLF
4825 Copper Creek Drive
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 263-1600
golfcoppercreek.com
4100 NE Otter Creek Drive
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-6464
ottercreekankeny.com
8700 NE 46th Avenue
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-2932
terracehillsgolf.com
237 NE 80th Street
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-9575
toadvalleygolfcourse.com
Merle Hay Mall
3800 Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 276-8551
merlehaymall.com
Outlets of Des Moines
801 Bass Pro Drive NW
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 380-7400
outletsofdesmoines.com
Pine Tree Plaza
550 36th Avenue SW
Altoona, IA 50009
Prairie Cove
3160 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
University Park Shopping
8801 University Avenue
Clive, IA 50325
(877) 701-1700
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AIRPORTS
Des Moines International Airport
Des Moines, IA (DSM / KDSM)
Kansas City International Airport
Kansas City, MO (MCI / KMCI)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport
Minneapolis, MN (MSP / KMSP)
Waterloo Regional Airport
Waterloo, IA (ALO / KALO)
The Eastern Iowa Airport
Cedar Rapids, IA (CID / KCID)
Eppley Airfield
Omaha, NE (OMA / KOMA)
Kirksville Regional Airport
Kirksville, MO (IRK / KIRK)
Southeast Iowa Regional Airport
Burlington, IA (BRL / KBRL)