What it's actually like
Nightingale is widely beloved as a Minneapolis gem offering exceptional cocktails, creative small plates, and outstanding service in a cozy yet lively atmosphere. The overwhelming majority of reviewers praise the shareable food menu, late-night hours, and genuine hospitality of the staff. While a few noted the burger and pricing could be better, the overall experience consistently exceeds expectations for date nights, group gatherings, and solo visits.
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Diners keep mentioning
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Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
date night, girls night, celebration
Reservations
Tock
Wait reality — Reservations recommended, especially for Friday/Saturday nights and late hours. The restaurant is consistently busy but manages walk-ins early in the evening. Best to book ahead or arrive before 8pm for shorter waits.
Derived from 70 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.
When to go
- Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Thursday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Friday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
What's cooking
Snack
Cheese Platevegetarian$15
3 cheeses with fruit jam and crackers
Deviled Eggs$9
Lake Superior whitefish roe, dill
Meat Plate$17
Smoked Duck Pastrami, Pork Rillette, Mustard Salami, Mortadella with Pryes Miraculum beer mustard & crackers
Mushroom Bruschettavegetarian$11
With sunny side quail eggs
Pickle Platevegetarian$12
Sunchokes, green beans, shiitakes, cauliflower, house cultured butter, crackers
Ricotta Bruschettavegetarian$11
Hazelnut dukka, mint
Sesame Shrimp Toast$10
Sweet chile sauce, scallion
Smoked Chicken Liver Pate$11
Bacon marmalade, grilled bread
Tinned Sardines in Olive Oil$9
Garlic mayo, herb salad, grilled bread
Salad
Arugula Saladveganvegetarian$10
Charred onion vinaigrette, sunflower seeds
Entree
Chicken Wings$15
Ginger-tamari sauce, serranos, green onions
★ Nightingale Burger$18
Aged Cheddar, tomato, lettuce, herb aioli, French fries
Steak
Pan Roasted Hanger Steak$30
Triple cooked potatoes, mint chimichurri
Side
French Friesvegetarian$8
Malt vinegar aioli
Dessert
★ Chocolate Pot de Cremevegetarian$10
Sweet crema, sea salt
Non alcoholic
San Pellegrino Orangeveganvegetarian$3
Seafood
Grilled Octopus$17
Black garlic puree, pineapple, pickled shishitos
★ Scallops$20
Almond gazpacho, green grapes, chives
Find it
Address
2551 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
612-354-7060
Restaurant group
independent