Introducing Nightingale, the quintessential Whittier neighborhood gem where cocktails, cuisine, and camaraderie converge in perfect harmony. Since its inception in October 2012, this Minneapolis hotspot has been a beacon of culinary delight, inviting patrons into a world of warmth and hospitality. At Nightingale, we don’t just serve food and wine; we orchestrate an experience. Join us at Nightingale and let your taste buds embark on a journey of delight and discovery. Reserve your table today and immerse yourself in an evening of unforgettable flavors and unparalleled ambiance.
Intimate eatery & cocktail lounge with snacks, bruschetta & New American plates meant for sharing.
N K
I had an incredible dining experience at this restaurant, where the standout dishes were the fresh and briny Northeast oysters, perfectly paired with a bright mignonette. The truffle fries were addictively crisp and aromatic, while the broccoli tempura delivered a satisfying crunch and a subtle, nutty flavor. The salmon was beautifully cooked, tender, and flavorful, rounding out a menu that impressed at every turn. Beyond the food, the service was attentive and upbeat, and the ambiance felt fun and festive, making the entire evening a delight.
… moreBecca Even
Incredible food, great place for getting a few things to share! Our server recommended mainly their seafood, the shrimp toast and scallops were phenomenal! We also got the special which was a seared ahi tuna that eas delicious. Great variety of selections and knowledge/attentive staff!
… moreLily Tug
My girlfriend and I both love frequenting Nightingale for date nights! Everything is always fantastic, from the atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious plates! We always start with a selection of East and West coast raw oysters, priced at $4/each. It’s always made sure of that you have fresh cutlery between courses, smoked olives, water, and a cocktail in hand! We typically are helped out by our two favorite servers at Nightingale Mohamed and Greyson, who nevertheless stop by our table on our visits to say hello, both are extraordinary and never fail to make our dining out extra special. We also love when we see Anna and Shane working! Recently they’ve had some menu switch ups, so we haven’t been able to try all the new items but our favorites remain the Mushroom Bruschetta, Chicken Wings, Grilled Octopus, Hanger Steak, and Steamed Mussels! For drinks we love the Four Horseman, Blood on the Tracks, Coupe D’evil… and trying their rotating cocktail of the moment! When we can we love to stop in on a Monday night for half off bottles of wine (Mohamed always has great wine recommendations!), and Wednesday’s for their famous Lobster Spaghetti! Overall, Nightingale never ceases to exceed our dining expectations!
… moreGrace
Nice atmosphere inside. I really enjoyed the saffron sour! My friend liked her Little Black Book cocktail too. They both had a great depth of flavor. For the table, we ordered chicken wings, fries, and deviled eggs. The fries and wings were great. I wouldn’t get the deviled eggs again, they were a bit salty and had a really strong dill flavor. The complimentary smoked olives were delicious! The service was fantastic.
… morePhilip Gissen
After a month of living in Minneapolis, my spouse and I decided to try a couple of the neighborhood joints in Greater Uptown. There are so many sub-neighborhoods in the Twin Cities, it’s hard to keep track. Nightingale is on Lyndale South, if that’s a neighborhood. Walking in, fearful of a young crowd, I was surprised at the eclectic group of patrons. That was cool.
We sat down at the bar, finding two open seats on a Saturday night. It was early. Everyone behind the bar treated us with warmth and good cheer, especially Riley. He mixed me a Coupe de Ville, which knocked my socks off. My toes are still wiggling the next day. After two, the world looked great to me. The white wine from Calabria was a unique and special pour, rich with hints of melon and apple. My spouse loved it.
Food was also special, the smoked smoked chicken liver pǎté lip-smackin’ good, and my mezze maniche was a pasta worthy enough to be on the menu at Dario, the best pasta place in town. The hanger steak put a smile on my wife’s face. That’s difficult, sitting next to me.
We had a fantastic time at Nightingale, and know it will become a “hang-out” for the two of us.
… moreGreg Saunders
Big believer in this cozy neighborhood bar and restaurant. Has obvious class. Decent music and stereo. Big bar. Perfect lighting. Diverse and attractive crowd.
… moreClarissa Marie
My boyfriend and I popped in the other night and had a blue wave which was excellent and the coca de cup. Wine was half off bottle so of course we got one. The Moscato was perfectly bubbly.
… moreSheReviewz
I love this spot and this place has easily become one of my favorites. The wine selection and espresso martini anyway you want it is a win. I absolutely love the mussels. They stay open late. They have street parking, great music, and just always an overall good crowd. The vibes and service meet the bar for me and I would recommend.
… moreSheida Rashidi
Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. I would say that for the price point, the portions are smaller than I expected. But everything tasted great, and the drinks were especially lovely. I really enjoyed the saffron sour cocktail, and 100% recommend it!
… moreLe Andre’ “Radical Ed” Ward
The atmosphere is a bit loud but welcoming. The staff are super friendly and they go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. The cuisine is delicious and well prepared. Will visit again.
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