Wood-fired pizza near Urbandale
Near Living History Farms, Franka is a wood-fired pizzeria and bar on University Avenue in Clive.

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12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive, IA 50325
(515) 274-7005
Franka for Urbandale
Urbandale and Clive share a border, and for west Urbandale Franka is often closer than places in Urbandale itself. Come in for wood-fired pizza, small plates and a full bar, or make it a stop after a day at Living History Farms or on the Walnut Creek trails.
It is also an easy meeting point for groups coming from Urbandale, Clive and West Des Moines at once.
What to order
Share a few small plates (calamari, Brussels sprouts, bruschetta) and a pizza or two. The Truffle Mushroom and Thai Chicken are good ones to split.
See the full wood-fired pizza lineup or the complete menu.
Breakfast & brunch
Breakfast runs Friday–Sunday 8–11am and Monday–Thursday 10–11am, with ricotta pancakes, waffles, omelets, breakfast bowls and mimosas. More on our breakfast & brunch page.
Happy hour
Monday–Friday 3–6pm, dine-in only: buy one, get one beers and cocktails and $7 appetizers. Happy hour details.
Dine in, pickup & catering
Order online through Toast and pick up at 12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive; there is ample parking in front and along the patio side. Want it brought to you instead? See pizza delivery in Urbandale.
Catering packages serve 5, 10 or 20+ guests: pizza catering or send an inquiry. For a sit-down meal, reserve a table.
When to come in

- BreakfastFri–Sun 8–11am; Mon–Thu 10–11am
- LunchEvery day 11am–4pm
- Weekend brunchSat–Sun 8am–4pm
- DinnerMon–Sat 4–9pm; Sun 4–7pm
Questions, answered
Is Franka close to Urbandale?
Yes. Clive and Urbandale share a border; we are at 12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive.
Does Franka cater in Urbandale?
Yes. Transportation fees are on our catering page. Packages serve 5, 10 or 20+ guests.
Can I host a private event for an Urbandale group?
Yes. We open exclusively for private events such as birthdays, parties and corporate gatherings, by reservation only. Call (515) 274-7005.
Do you take reservations?
Yes. Book a table online through Toast Tables, or call (515) 274-7005.
See you at Franka.
12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive · (515) 274-7005
