Bar
Unclaimed profileGoldie's Bar & Grill
West Des Moines, IA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Goldie's Bar & Grill runs a dependable cocktail program with a dedicated Goldie's Cocktails section and a brunch lineup. Classics like the Tom Collins and Cadillac Margarita sit alongside house signatures such as the Goldie's Oldie, made with Tito's Vodka and house-made cherry syrup. Wines by glass and bottle, local Iowa beers, and non-alcoholic options round out the bar.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Goldie's Oldie, a signature cocktail pairing Tito's Vodka with house-made cherry syrup and lime juice for $9. For a gin classic, the Tom Collins with Hendrick's, lemon, and soda runs $11.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate a straightforward cocktail menu with familiar classics and a few house signatures will find Goldie's comfortable. The non-alcoholic beer list also gives designated drivers something beyond soda.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $8 to $12, with brunch cocktails slightly lower at $8 to $11. Wines by the glass start around $7, and bottles reach $70.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list balances expected standbys with house touches like the Goldie's Oldie and a Tequila Sunrise built on fresh-squeezed orange juice and house-made cherry syrup. The wine list offers recognizable names by the glass and bottle.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Goldie's lists a dedicated cocktail section with eight named drinks, from a $9 Goldie's Oldie to a $12 Cadillac Margarita. The menu covers classics like the Dirty Martini and Espresso Martini, while house-made cherry syrup appears in several signatures.
Menu strengths
- — Eight named cocktails cover both classics and house signatures.
- — House-made cherry syrup adds a crafted touch to several drinks.
- — Pricing stays accessible, with most cocktails between $9 and $12.
Standout selections
- — Goldie's Oldie – Tito's Vodka, house-made cherry syrup, lime juice, and Stary for $9.
- — Tom Collins – Hendrick's gin, lemon, simple syrup, and soda for $11.
- — Cadillac Margarita – LALO, Cointreau, fresh lime, agave, and fresh orange juice for $12.
Pricing: $8-$12
Wine
The wine list covers white, red, rosé, and sparkling by the glass or bottle. Selections include dependable names like Rombauer Chardonnay and LaMarca Prosecco, with bottles ranging up to $70.
Menu strengths
- — Offers both by-the-glass and bottle service across multiple styles.
- — Bottle prices top out at a reasonable $70.
- — Includes recognizable producers such as Rombauer and Daou.
Standout selections
- — Rombauer Chardonnay – $9 glass / $70 bottle.
- — LaMarca Prosecco – $9 glass / $35 bottle.
- — Joel Gott 'Palisades' Red Blend – $10 glass / $38 bottle.
Pricing: $7-$70 per bottle
Beer
Beer drinkers can choose from a wide list of domestic standards and local Iowa craft options, including Des Moines IPA. Customers mention the bartender remembers regulars' beer preferences, adding a personal touch.
Menu strengths
- — Selection spans American lagers, bocks, and local IPAs.
- — Includes Iowa-made Des Moines IPA.; Customers note the bartender remembers your regular beer.
Standout selections
- — Des Moines IPA – an Iowa craft IPA at 6.9% ABV.
Nonalcoholic
The bar offers several non-alcoholic beers, including Michelob ULTRA Zero, Busch NA, Ruthie NA, and Heineken 0.0. This gives sober drinkers a few familiar options beyond soda.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple non-alcoholic beer styles are available.; Includes popular names like Heineken 0.0 and Michelob ULTRA Zero.
Standout selections
- — Heineken 0.0 – a widely available non-alcoholic lager.
Spirits
The spirits program is built around premium labels used in cocktails: Tito's Vodka appears in four drinks, Hendrick's Gin in the Tom Collins, and Old Forester Bourbon in the Whiskey Sour. Top-shelf vodka is available for an upcharge at brunch.
Menu strengths
- — Premium spirits like Tito's, Hendrick's, and Old Forester anchor the cocktail list.
- — Top-shelf vodka is offered as an upgrade at brunch.
Standout selections
- — Tito's Vodka – featured in the Goldie's Oldie, Breakfast Bloody, Bloody Mary, and Harvey Wallbanger.
- — Hendrick's Gin – used in the Tom Collins.
- — Old Forester Bourbon – used in the Whiskey Sour.
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