When the doors to the new Orlondo’s in Grimes swung open after a seven‑year absence from the Des Moines dining scene, owner Patrick Orlondo Renda felt something he hadn’t in years: the spark of his early days in the business. Now 72, Renda is back in the kitchen — pain‑free for the first time in years — mentoring teenagers, rolling dough and reviving one of the most recognizable names in Des Moines pizza. After closing in 2019, Orlondo’s returned, this time in Grimes with a new restaurant. Exposed brick walls, visible air ducts along the industrial-style ceiling, a covered front patio and a small bar set the scene for fans of Orlondo’s to revisit the salads, thin-crust pizzas, pastas and Italian sandwiches they’ve missed. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. #Grimes #Iowa #DesMoinesFoodie #DesMoinesEats