When the team behind Full Court Press renovated the former Fong’s location in downtown Des Moines after flood damage, they discovered an interesting historic artifact. Under the flooring, the original tile with The Empire Bar, which operated from 1905 to 1906. The discovery sparked an idea — opening a restaurant and bar dedicated to the former bar to create a space for breakfast, coffee, lunch, dinner, and cocktails made for the neighborhood. Tap the link in our bio to learn more. #DesMoines #DowntownDesMoines #DesMoinesEats #DesMoinesFoodie #IAHistory