Norwalk is turning into a dining destination. Cooper’s Central Table and Cocktails opened in the middle of February, combining Valley Junction hospitality destinations Cooper’s on 5th and The Winchester Public House from owners Jason Rieper and Ryan Cooper.
Now another group of Des Moines restaurateurs expands their empire south to Norwalk. James Thyberg and Ryan Flattery — who also operate the tiki-themed Bellhop , Mexican and tequila destination Coa Cantina , and bar The Lamp in the East Village, as well as 300 Craft & Rooftop in downtown Des Moines — now have Sunset Lounge in Norwalk along with co-owner and chef Matt Linford, who also has 2nd Avenue Sandwich Truck.
The restaurant and bar opened at the beginning of February with a mix of pub fare and a kitchen that’s open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. The restaurant also only serves customers who are age 21 and older…