The idea for Splash began on the water in 1998 with avid Florida Keys fisherman Bruce Gerleman. His fishing expeditions took him throughout Key West, Islamorada, and Key Largo, where he discovered the fresh seafood, bold flavors, and island inspired cooking enjoyed by locals.
Inspired by those experiences, Bruce began collecting recipes and brought that same passion for fresh seafood back to Des Moines. Today, Splash continues that vision with seafood flown in daily from coastal markets across the country, thoughtfully prepared dishes, and a dining experience that brings a taste of the coast to the heart of Iowa.
