“ Everything was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend and i got What Guy Got plus some extras and it was excellent. Our server was top notch too. Get the sangria! ”

“ The Flying Mango is always a highlight to visit. I’ve had many entrees over the years but the 24 hour brisket always keep me coming back. I love the atmosphere and visiting with the owner is always a treat. Treat yourself by enjoying a meal at the Flying Mango. ”

“ Been wanting to visit this place for years and finally got around to it. Very good food. The smoke smell is intoxicating as soon as you walk in the door. Intimate restaurant with a good unique variety of menu items. "What Guy Had" is a good mix of different items. The red beans and rice are a must have and the ribs are great. The catfish cake with the sauce was incredible. Will definitely return but the prices aren't cheap, nothing is anymore. ”

“ Went to Flying Mango with my wife and some friends for my birthday on a Saturday night. Very short wait before we were escorted to our table. We’d hardly received our water and put in our drink orders before the owner came to check in. We ordered four different entrees and each was excellent! Do yourself a favor and get “What Guy Had,” although my wife’s catfish was also delicious!The service was superb! Our server was the perfect mixture of attentive without hovering. Other servers stopped by to make sure our waters were refilled even as they tended to their own tables. A overall. We will be back! ”

“ I went there not sure if I was hungry or not. But then as I approached the door, this delicious smell of BBQ was permeating the air and immediately I knew I had made the right choice. The food was heavenly, the staff was very kind and attentive, and it was just what I needed after a long day. ”

“ We arrived around 6:15 with a group of four. We were seated right away. Our server Justin was fantastic. Very friendly and knew his stuff. We watched a brisket go by and another waiter saw us eyeing it and said “this is what everyone comes for.” My husband and I split that and the two sides it came with and added a cornbread. Delicious. The sides were tasty. I could have done without the cornbread, just a little dry for my taste. We had enough to take home for a small lunch for one of us the next day. I also had the house salad which I enjoyed. My in-laws got the pork tenderloin (it’s not breaded, nothing is, so just be aware of that if that’s your jam) and the brisket salad. Very generous portions of meat. The inside can feel a little loud as it’s a big room, but overall this was a great experience and I’m glad we finally got to stop by. I would come back to try other stuff, but that brisket was some of the best I’ve had in town. ”

“ "The Cajun Chicken sandwich, with thick-cut bacon and goat cheese, with a side of 'grits of the day.' " I order the same thing nearly every time. Occasionally I'll splurge and get their 24hr beef brisket, and one of their fantastic desserts. I've never been disappointed, and I'm confident I would have the same experience with anything else on their menu. Since I always order to-go, I can’t speak to the dine-in experience. However, the service has always been fast and friendly, even when they're busy—which is often. And that's always a good sign. ”

“ I tried Flying Mango a few months ago and enjoyed the food but never returned until tonight. Food was fantastic and I regret wasting the last few months trying other restaurants in Des Moines that were awful. Tonight ordered: Side salad - mixed greens apples red onions - delicious 10/10 Cornbread - density was different however- topped with cinnamon butter which is awesome Side Greens- definitely the Surprise of the night as I was skeptical about ordering but they came with pork pieces and a nice vinegar that has nice flavor! 10/10 Shrimp Pontchartrain - previous time was better. Tonight gravy was lighter in color and sparse however nice big fresh shrimp BBQ Chopped Brisket Sandwich - with Cowboy Beans - Absolutely amazing! Brisket can be tricky at most restaurants but Flying Mango got it right and the BBQ sauce was the icing. 10/10 Last time a nice guy at the grill with a beard & man bun gave me a big kind smile - not tonight. Parking sucks and the hostess podium was far from the door which was confusing. Packaging was labeled nicely! ”