There’s a red-awninged sanctuary in Des Moines where pork is pounded into submission, breaded with reverence, and fried to a golden perfection that would make your cardiologist weep—both from concern and jealousy.
Smitty’s Tenderloin Shop isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an Iowa institution where the humble pork tenderloin sandwich has been elevated to an art form.
In a world of constantly rising prices and shrinking portions, this unassuming eatery stands as a delicious time capsule where value and flavor still reign supreme.
The moment you pull into the modest parking lot, you know you’ve found something special—a place where pretension goes to die and honest-to-goodness food comes to shine…