Non-Alcoholic Bars & Mocktails in Des Moines, Iowa
We found 2 places in Des Moines, Iowa with non-alcoholic drinks worth going out for: 2 bars and restaurants with a real NA menu.
Non-Alcoholic Bars & Shops in Des Moines
3615 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
The Bartender's Handshake is a cocktail bar on Ingersoll Avenue in Des Moines with a non-alcoholic drink list. It includes the Karate Kid with carrot, ginger, and ancho chili, the Green Thing with cucumber and cilantro, and a Ghia Tonic. NA beers include Go Brewing.
Fresko
909 Locust St Ste 103, Des Moines, IA 50309
Fresko is a New American restaurant on Locust Street in downtown Des Moines with its own mocktail list. Picks include Back of The Garden with NA grapefruit and blackberry sage foam, First Impressions with NA sparkling wine, and a Berry Espressyyy.
Des Moines NA Scene Overview
Featured Venues
The Bartender's Handshake
The Bartender's Handshake is a cocktail bar on Ingersoll Avenue in Des Moines with a non-alcoholic drink list. It includes the Karate Kid with carrot, ginger, and ancho chili, the Green Thing with cucumber and cilantro, and a Ghia Tonic. NA beers include Go Brewing.
Fresko
Fresko is a New American restaurant on Locust Street in downtown Des Moines with its own mocktail list. Picks include Back of The Garden with NA grapefruit and blackberry sage foam, First Impressions with NA sparkling wine, and a Berry Espressyyy.
Planning Tips for Des Moines
Best Times to Visit
Most NA-focused venues are busiest during evening hours and weekends. Call ahead for popular spots, especially during happy hour times when mocktails are featured.
Getting Around
Many venues cluster in walkable neighborhoods. Consider rideshare or public transit to explore multiple locations safely, even when not drinking alcohol.
What to Expect
NA menus vary by venue. Some specialize entirely in zero-proof options, while others offer dedicated sections alongside traditional cocktails. Ask servers for recommendations.