Do the undead like adult milkshakes? If they do, you’ll probably find them stalking the Zombie Burger + Drink Lab in Des Moines. This restaurant has a developed a huge following thanks to its incredible culinary creations. It has a full menu of over-the-top burgers and its milkshakes and cocktails are incredible enough to bring anyone back to life.

Here’s a look at what makes Zombie Burger a must-visit.

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab has two locations - the original is in the Des Moines East Village. A second location is in Jordan Creek Mall on the west side of Des Moines. The restaurant calls its theme "post apocalyptic chic."
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Warning: you may never make it past the shake menu. Zombie has 15-different hand-mixed shakes, including "Zombie Unicorn," made with vanilla ice cream, marshmallow cream, Fruity Pebbles and more.
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For more fun, order your shake spiked. This seasonal shake is the kind of delicious thing you'll find here. The Apple Fritter Shake is made with vanilla ice cream, apple purée, apple fritter pieces and white cake batter. It's even more delicious if you order with RumChata.
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Or how about this chocolate covered donut and coffee shake? It's made with vanilla ice cream, cake donut pieces, chocolate sauce and jet fuel coffee syrup. Go ahead, order it spiked with Tippy Cow chocolate rum cream.
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The burgers are also a little over the top, made with a custom three-cut beef burger blend and specially-crafted artisan buns. There are more than 28 burgers and sandwiches on the menu, with names like "Envy Corpse," "The Walking Ched," and "28 Days Later."
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The restaurant has full-service and quick-service dining options and a full bar. It draws a big crowd.
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The restaurant is open seven days a week so you have plenty of time to explore the expansive menu. Looking for more fun Iowa cocktails? Here’s where to find the best Bloody Mary.

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Zombie Burger + Drink Lab, 300 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA