Stopped in recently for a quick bite at Nightingale, 2551 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, and discovered a couple of delightful dishes. Mussels seem to be absolutely everywhere these days, usually prepared in white white wine, but Nightingale’s rendition was distinctively different: steamed in Boom Island beer with butter and smoked tomatoes ($10). The grilled romaine ($7) was also an agreeable change of pace from the usual Caesar salad—here it is dressed in a tarragon vinaigrette and tossed with avocado and boquerones (white anchovies marinated in vinegar) in place of the usual salty anchovies. Full bar, with imaginative selections of cocktails, craft beers and wines by the glass. 

Author: Jeremy Iggers

Jeremy Iggers is a journalist, university instructor and social entrepreneur with interests that include food, philosophy and global-local connections. Previously, he was a staff writer for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and publisher of the Twin Cities Daily Planet. He lives in south Minneapolis with his wife Carol and two cats.