Welcome to Hugo’s Wood-Fired Kitchen
At Hugo’s, we bring the art of wood-fired cooking to the heart of Des Moines. Our kitchen is built around a custom Marra Forni wood-fired oven, where every dish comes alive with flame and flavor. From handcrafted pizzas to shareable mezze, fresh salads, and seasonal entrées, our menu draws inspiration from the Mediterranean—Italy, Lebanon, Turkey, and the Balkans—while celebrating local ingredients and community.
Whether you’re enjoying a crisp, flame-kissed pizza, unwinding with craft cocktails at the bar, or gathering with friends on our spacious patio, Hugo’s is a place to connect, indulge, and explore bold, seasonal flavors. Join us Tuesday through Saturday for lunch, dinner, and our daily Happy Hour, and discover why Hugo’s has become one of Des Moines’ favorite destinations for wood-fired cuisine.
Whether you’re savoring a crisp, flame-kissed pizza, gathering with friends over cocktails, or unwinding on our spacious patio, Hugo’s is a place to connect, indulge, and explore bold flavors.
Our Story
Hugo’s is named in honor of Chef Lynn Pritchard’s son and late father, Hugh. Together with General Manager Colby Brackett, Lynn has created a neighborhood restaurant inspired by Mediterranean flavors and the warmth of wood-fired cooking. Located in a shared building with WesleyLife’s Meals on Wheels and the Prairie Meadows Hydroponic Farm, Hugo’s is proud to be part of something bigger than just food.
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