Meddys Will Open Restaurant in West Des Moines by 2027
The Mediterranean restaurant will occupy the former On The Border space at Jordan Creek Town Center.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Meddys is set to open its first Iowa location at Jordan Creek Town Center in 2027. The brand will take over the space previously occupied by On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina.
Why it matters
The expansion introduces Lebanese-inspired Mediterranean cuisine to the local dining landscape in West Des Moines. This move continues the redevelopment of the Jordan Creek Town Center footprint.
Founded by Alex Harb in 2014, the brand is expanding into its first Iowa location. The new site will occupy the space left vacant by the closure of On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina in February 2025.
The players
Meddys
This restaurant chain specializes in serving Lebanese-inspired Mediterranean food and operates under a counter-service model.
Alex Harb
He is the founder of the restaurant brand Meddys, which he established in 2014.
Jordan Creek Town Center
This is a major retail and dining destination located in West Des Moines, Iowa.
The details
Customers at the new location will follow the brand's standard service model, which involves ordering at the counter with plates delivered to tables by staff. The menu focuses on food prepared according to traditional Lebanese recipes.
Timeline
Meddys was founded in 2014.
On The Border closed at Jordan Creek in February 2025.
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar is scheduled to open on October 22, 2026.
Meddys is expected to open in West Des Moines in 2027.
Yard House is scheduled to open in April 2027.
Market Landscape
The entry of this brand reflects the ongoing shift in dining options within suburban retail hubs as newer fast-casual concepts replace legacy casual-dining chains. This development positions the brand alongside other incoming tenants as the retail center continues to diversify its food offerings.
Residents can expect new Mediterranean dining options to be available by 2027 at the shopping center. The restaurant will offer a counter-service experience, changing the type of dining workflow available at that specific retail location.
The takeaway
This expansion brings a new fast-casual Mediterranean option to the West Des Moines market. Local diners looking for traditional Lebanese-influenced recipes can anticipate a 2027 opening at the Jordan Creek retail hub.
What happens next
Other upcoming openings at Jordan Creek Town Center include the Kura Revolving Sushi Bar on October 22, 2026, and Yard House in April 2027.
Further reading
Find more updates on new restaurant arrivals across the city in our Openings & Closings section.
More information
Learn more about the brand and its menu offerings at the official company website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Des Moines Register.
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