Nightingale Cocktail – American
Step into a shimmering winter sanctuary where the air is fragrant with holiday spices and the glow of festive lights creates an atmosphere of pure seasonal magic. Imaginative libations like the velvety Sticky Toffee Eggnog and the spirited Polar Expresso blend nostalgic flavors with sophisticated mixology, turning every evening into a whimsical celebration that feels both cozy and brilliantly bold.
435 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines IA 50309 https://nightingale.bar/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Nightingale Cocktail
Dairy-Free at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Andre, La Marca (prosecco) and Snowball Bomb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Andre, La Marca (prosecco) and Dom Perignon Champagne. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Andre, Exile Ruthie and Veuve Clicqout. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Snowball Bomb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Angry Orchard Cider, La Marca (prosecco) and Snowball Bomb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Angry Orchard Cider, La Marca (prosecco) and Orange Peel (Nightingale Style). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Angry Orchard Cider, Sticky Toffee Eggnog and La Marca (prosecco). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Nightingale Cocktail
Nightingale Cocktail in Des Moines has 5 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Angry Orchard Cider, Michelob Ultra ZERO and You'll Shoot Your Rye Out. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Nightingale Cocktail
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Glow Up | 143.8 g | 48.7 g |
| Busch Light | 19 g | 22.5 g |
| Christmas Vacation | 136.3 g | 20.7 g |
| Miller High Life | 2.6 g | 18.5 g |
| Winter Wonderland | 62.3 g | 14.4 g |
| Michelob Ultra | 0.7 g | 12.4 g |
| Gingerbread Lane | 43.9 g | 5.3 g |
| La Marca (prosecco) | 10.4 g | 2.5 g |
| The Polar Expresso | 89.1 g | 2.2 g |
| Sticky Toffee Eggnog | 74.9 g | 2 g |
| Snowball Bomb | 6.4 g | 1.5 g |
| You'll Shoot Your Rye Out | 21.1 g | 0.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- We-Fr - Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the perfectly cooked dishes and ideal portion sizes, highlighting a menu where every item is prepared to a high standard. Celebrated for its comfortable and inviting setting, the space provides a memorable backdrop for a relaxed dinner. Reviewers frequently praise the helpful and knowledgeable service, noting that the attentive staff makes navigating the menu a seamless and pleasant experience.
Menu
Winter Wonderland Menu
Seasonal holiday-themed handcrafted cocktails.
- Christmas Vacation - $12: Rum, lime, mint, creamy coconut, fizzy finish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Gingerbread Lane - $12: Reposado tequila, house made gingerbread syrup, fresh-squeezed orange juice, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Merry & Bright - $12: Gin, juniper, cranberry, grapefruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Snowball Bomb - $10: Tito's vodka, blue curaçao, Winter Wonderland Alani energy drink Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Sticky Toffee Eggnog - $12: House-made eggnog, caramel, butterscotch, sticky toffee pudding flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- The Polar Expresso - $12: Vodka, chocolate, peppermint, espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Winter Wonderland - $12: Vodka, cotton candy snow, cranberry, elderflower, citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- You'll Shoot Your Rye Out - $12: Rye whiskey, persimmon, spiced cranberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Signature Cocktails
Nightingale's year-round handcrafted favorites.
- Glow Up - $11: House-infused strawberry vodka, fresh lemon, sugar
- Great Attitude - $13: House-infused vanilla vodka, salted caramel, freshly brewed Lavazza espresso, black lava sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lighten Up - $11: House-infused orange tequila, fresh lime, sugar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Orange Peel (Nightingale Style) - $9: House infused orange vodka, sour watermelon, fresh squeezed OJ, Mt. Dew Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beer
- Angry Orchard Cider - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Blue Moon - $6
- Bud Light - $5
- Budweiser - $5
- Busch Light - $4
- Coors Light - $5
- Corona Extra - $6
- Exile Ruthie - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- High Noon - $7
- Heineken - $6
- Heineken 0.0 - $6: Non-alcoholic
- Michelob Ultra - $5
- Michelob Ultra ZERO - $5: Non-alcoholic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Miller High Life - $4
- Modelo Especial - $6
- Modelo Negro - $6
Champagne
- Andre - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Dom Perignon Champagne - $350 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- La Marca (prosecco) - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Moet - $120 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Veuve Clicqout - $130 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Nightingale Cocktail
- Is Nightingale Cocktail dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Nightingale Cocktail has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Andre, La Marca (prosecco) and Snowball Bomb.
- What can I eat at Nightingale Cocktail on a dairy-free diet?
- Andre, La Marca (prosecco) and Snowball Bomb carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Nightingale Cocktail have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Angry Orchard Cider and La Marca (prosecco).
- Is Nightingale Cocktail gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Nightingale Cocktail?
- Glow Up, at roughly 48.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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