Opera Dining
Café Lobby Dining by the Des Moines Embassy Club
Enhance your Des Moines Metro Opera experience by enjoying a delicious pre-show meal in our own gourmet restaurant conveniently located in the secluded air-conditioned comfort of the lobby of the Blank Performing Arts Center. The Des Moines Embassy Club team brings their special magic to the menus themed for evening performances of each opera. Please note: Café Lobby Dining will not be available for the matinee performances on June 29, July 6, 13 or 20.
Café Lobby Dining is $75 per person (includes glass of wine/beer). Advance reservation and payment required. Call the DMMO Box Office at (515) 209-3257 for more info.
If you are interested in the 2025 Opera Dining please fill out this form.
The 2024 Menus
The Barber of Seville
Aperitif
Negroni Spritzer
1st Course
Salami, Capicola, Prosciutto Crostini
White Bean Hummus with Parmesan Crisp
Grilled Artichoke and Olive Salad
Buffet
Roasted Zucchini, Red Bell Peppers, Onions, Charred Tomatoes
Potato Gnocchi with Sage and Olive Oil
Vegetarian Lasagna Rolls with Marinara
Flounder with Lemon-Caper Sauce
Carved: Italian Spiced Beef Sirloin Steak
Dessert
Tiramisu with Chocolate Sauce and Coffee Cream
Salome
Aperitif
Bärenjäger Cocktail
1st Course
German Potato Salad
Pretzel Bite with Mustard
Smoked Sausage
Buffet
Braised Red Cabbage and Apples
Spaetzle with Herb Butter
Potato Crusted Cod with Mustard Dill Sauce
Veal Jägerschnitzel
Carved: Pork Roast with Au Jus Sauce
Dessert
Apple Tarte with Vanilla Ice Cream
Pelléas & Mélisande
Aperitif
St. Germaine-Champagne Cocktail
1st Course
Country Pâté on Croustades
Gougères
Nicoise Salad
Buffet
Haricots Verts with Mushrooms and Onions
Potatoes Dauphinoise
Crabmeat Stuffed Sole with Beurre Blanc
Steak Diane Beef Tips
Carved: Herb Crusted Pork Loin with Honey Glaze
Dessert
Chocolate Mousse Tarte with Cabernet Poached Pear and Fresh Berries
American Apollo
Aperitif
Jameson & Ginger Ale
1st Course
Potato Salad
Deviled Eggs with Lobster
Smoked Oysters
Buffet
Green Beans and Baby Carrots
Wild Rice Blend
Clam Bake
Boston Baked Chicken
Carved: Beef Brisket Pot Roast with Horseradish Sauce
Dessert
Boston Cream Pie Triffle
À La Carte Dining
Create your own meal from an assortment of sandwiches, salads, and other goodies from local vendors including Nourished, Savor the Rise, Thistle's Summit, and Purveyor, and enjoy at any of our outdoor dining areas under the shade sails in the theatre gardens. We have curated a wide variety of options that include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free items.
À La Carte Dining items will be available at the outdoor concessions beginning 2 hours before the performance. No pre-order or reservation is required.
