Opera Dining

Café Lobby Dining by the Des Moines Embassy Club

Enhance your Des Moines Metro Opera experience by enjoying 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 30, July 7, 13, 14, 19 or 21.

Café Lobby Dining is $75 per person (includes glass of wine/beer).


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 RiseThistle's Summit, Purveyor, and Doré Bakery, 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 at 5:45pm for evening performances and 12:15pm for matinees. No pre-order or reservation is required.