Striking Sparrow Lounge

Cozy 70’s-style lounge with your favorite classic beers, pizza, sandwiches, & apps. TV’s throughout for your favorite sports.

New patio with games and 2 pickleball courts! We are a 1970’s style lounge, transporting you into a different era as soon as you walk in the door! Serving up your favorite classic beers and cocktails. Come hungry, kitchen opens daily at 11am. TV’s throughout to watch your favorite sports. Updated patio with 2 pickleball courts! Don’t forget to take a selfie with our girl Robin!

08/09/2024

Happy FRIDAY y’all! It’s the start of a beautiful weekend! Perfect day to call in sick and come play some Price is Right (10am-11am)! Make sure you stay for lunch, we got something special for ya today…Fish shaped SPAM* and fries, only $10 until 2pm! We’ve also got BRUNCH until 2pm.

Tonight at 5pm is STEAK NIGHT and at 8pm we have KARAOKE with Showtime Entertainment DJ & Karaoke Service (Des Moines, IA)

*sᴀᴜsᴀɢᴇ sᴀᴍᴍɪᴄʜ 😜

Photos from Striking Sparrow Lounge's post 08/07/2024

Last sessions 10-week trivia challenge winners:
1st place-Sweep the Leg
2nd place-Sketchy AF
It was a battle the entire 10 weeks!

Tonight at 7pm we start a new 10-week challenge! Let’s see what y’all got! You don’t have to make a 10-week commitment to be a winner, there’s still a nightly winner!! Right after TRIVIA we have KARAOKE! Wednesday nights are packed full of fun!! We have pickleball league tonight too if you want to watch some FUN competition outside!!

*Trivia Categories in comments

08/07/2024

Loving to see our pickleball players having fun!! This group is from the Tuesday night league and they’re ready to take on the 2028 Olympic Games! 🇺🇸

There is league again tonight if you want to come cheer on the Wednesday night players!! We also have TRIVIA at 7pm. You could always come play trivia and watch between rounds!! 🙌🏼 Tonight’s categories will be posted in a few hours!! And Karaoke starts right after trivia!!

We have $1 off pitchers of beer so day long and starting at 3pm pizza is $5 off when you dine in!

08/05/2024

Does this sound like you? Me too. But snap out of it, we’re in Iowa! So grab your phone, turn on an app that has wave sounds and come drink at the Sparrow!

Today you can earn TRIPLE loyalty points on your purchase, Buffalo Chicken Wrap Baskets are $10 when you dine in, and tonight drinks are BOGO FREE from 6pm-10pm! Now that’s not so bad is it?

*Pickleball League tonight at 6pm!

08/04/2024

Hey, it’s SUNDAY FUNDAY! Need a drink…or 10? Come see us! And make sure you bring a friend, it’s ! If you’re still wanting BRUNCH, we’re serving until 2pm. Looking for something else, our full menu is available! Weekend Wings are 10 for $10 as well. Enjoy today, Monday is right around the corner!

08/04/2024

What are your plans for BRUNCH on Sunday Funday?? Don’t have any? Well now you do! Join us to watch the USA 🇺🇸 women’s basketball team take on Germany 🇩🇪 at 10:15am.

Looking to get sporty yourself? Rent a pickleball court, play some bags, maybe some ping pong, or just enjoy a big ol game of Connect 4. Our outdoor patio is just waiting for you to come have some FUN!

08/03/2024

Whew feeling this today, it is a HOT one again! Come inside and have a cold one or brave the heat and sit on the patio. Wings are 10 for $10 all weekend. There will be NO KARAOKE tonight, we will resume again next week!!!

Tomorrow morning join us for BRUNCH from 9am-2pm!

08/02/2024

It’s STEAK NIGHT!!! Only $14!! We have karaoke at 8pm with Showtime Entertainment DJ & Karaoke Service (Des Moines, IA)!

*Please note there will be no karaoke tomorrow*

08/01/2024

Whew, it’s been a doozy outside! 🥵 We had some brave people the last 3 nights starting out the first night of PICKLEBALL league-session 2! Rent your court online today at www.strikingsparrow.com/pickleball !!

Tonight at 7pm we have B-B-B-BINGO!! Ms. Amy B will be your caller tonight. Come say hi! Our special is $2 Classic Cans and $11 Philly Baskets.

07/31/2024

It’s TRIVIA NIGHT! 7pm! And it’s week 10. Who’s going to be that big winner?! After trivia we have KARAOKE!! Ms. Amy B is your host tonight.

The special is $5 off pizza and $1 off pitchers of beer!

07/29/2024

This is not a problem on Mondays. Why? Because on Monday from 6pm-10pm drinks are BOGO FREE! You also get TRIPLE loyalty points on Mondays! Stop in and see us!

07/28/2024

Who wants BRUNCH on this Sunday Funday?! It’s a good day for some French Toast and a Mimosa! Come see us, brunch is served until 2pm! Looking for something a little less Brunch-y? Our wings are 10 for $10.

It’s late July, and that means it’s patio season. Enjoy these summer days before they’re gone! Play ping pong, connect four, and bags - just see the bartender for game accessories. Want to play pickleball? Visit our website to rent your court!
🔗www.strikingsparrow.com/pickleball

07/27/2024

Know the words? Don’t know the words? Either way, we want to see what ya got! DJ Bobby J will be here at 8pm!! 🎤

07/27/2024

📣 LAST CALL FOR PICKLEBALL
Sign up extended through today!
🔗www.strikingsparrow.com/pickleball

07/26/2024

It is STEAK NIGHT!! $14 gets you an 8oz. sirloin, garlic mash, bread and salad! Come for the steak, stay for the KARAOKE. Karaoke starts at 8pm.

07/25/2024

Fun was had at 80’s Sitcom Trivia Night! last night! Let’s turn around and do it again tonight with 𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐎! The one and only 𝐃𝐉 𝐁𝐨𝐛𝐛𝐲 𝐉, pictured above, will be your host! If you haven’t experienced a trivia or bingo night with Bobby, you’re missing out!! Make tonight the night, 𝟕𝐩𝐦.

Today’s specials are $2 Classic Cans and $11 Philly Baskets, dine-in only!

07/24/2024

We are all for having a fantastic time but please FFS keep your pants on, KEEP THEM ON! We’ve got you on the drinks and fun though.

Come play The Price is Right at 10am. And tonight come to 80’s Sitcom Trivia Night! DJ Bobby J will be your host, and it’s gonna be a hoot. But wait, karaoke starts right after trivia!

Pitchers are $1 off all day and starting at 3pm pizza is $5 off. Happy Hour is 1pm-6pm. 1/2 off apps is 3pm-6pm.

07/23/2024

I started this Tuesday off wondering if Linda ever listened. Do you ever just think to yourself, did she, did she actually listen? 🤔🤷🏼‍♀️

I’ll tell you what you don’t have to wonder about - our Tallboy special. On Tuesday’s our Tallboys are $3. All. Day. Long. Not only that, our tenderloin baskets are $9 all day long! So come grab a cold one and some lunch and enjoy our patio!

07/22/2024

As long as you’re drinking RESPONSIBLY, we’re here for it! Happy Hour starts at 1pm and goes until 6pm! From 3pm-6pm apps are 1/2 off and wings are 10 for $10! And it doesn’t end there my friends! From 6pm-10pm drinks are BOGO FREE!! Come see us on this beautiful Monday!

07/21/2024

Pickleball leagues start next Monday, July 29th! Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner Leagues available! Make sure you get signed up for this FUN league! More info on our website!
🔗strikingsparrow.com/pickleball

07/20/2024

KARAOKE 🎤 every Saturday Night at 8pm with these two stunners!! 🔥 Bobby J is your DJ and Ms. Shelby will be slingin’ your drinks!! The kitchen is open til 9pm. Our kick ass wings are 10 for $10! See ya soon!

07/19/2024

Don’t drink on an empty stomach! Fridays are the best. We’ve got brunch until 2pm, Sausage Sammich Baskets are only $10 (dine-in) until 2pm, and STEAK NIGHT starts at 5pm!!

It’s beautiful outside, come utilize the patio! Pickleball courts can be rented online at www.strikingsparrow.com/pickleball

And don’t forget we have karaoke tonight at 8pm with Showtime Entertainment DJ & Karaoke Service (Des Moines, IA)!

07/18/2024

Isn’t that the truth! Who’s your work bff, tag them below! ⬇️ Or better yet, you both should come have drinks with us! 😎
Today’s special is our Philly Basket (dine-in) for $11 and Classic Cans for $2!
Tonight we have BINGO at 7pm!! Amy B will be your host again tonight! Stop down and win fun prizes!🥳

07/17/2024

It’s TRIVIA NIGHT, 7pm! Karaoke follows. Amy B will be your host! Pizza is $5 off and pitchers are $1 off. Don’t forget about 80’s Sitcom Trivia Night! next week! Categories in comments!

07/16/2024

Well, it’s only Tuesday...but cheer up buttercup. It’s going to be a beautiful day and stepping outside shouldn’t melt your face off, and that’s a win in my book! You should skip work and come play the Price is Right with us! [Every weekday from 10am-11am!] Followed by a little pickleball or other fun patio game!

Today’s special is TALLBOYS & TENDERLOINS!
Tallboys are $3 all day and Tenderloin baskets are $9 all day (Dine-in).

07/16/2024

It’s !

Do you have a charity or nonprofit that you are involved with or like to donate to? We want to hear about it! ⬇️

Have you always wanted to get involved but not sure where to start? There are so many amazing organizations out there! A couple of local nonprofits that we are proud to partner with are Bras for the Cause and SouthSide Cares. To find out more about each or to donate visit:

𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞:
Website - https://www.Brasforthecause.com
Donate - https://www.brasforthecause.com/donate

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬:
Website - https://www.sscdsm.org
Donate - https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=7nlDZnQ75T1hsovNN36NjZlRxdRYLw6U9Lnkf9P3ab4kd8crTW3ZDAbLJl-scZce7KMDsSO6AF6B5dW4&locale.x=US

07/15/2024

It’s HOTTTTTT as BALLLLLLS out there today! Come in, cool off and get an ice cold beverage! Drinks are BOGO FREE from 6pm-10pm. Apps are 1/2 off and wings are 10 for $10 until 6pm.

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Congrats Chrissa! You are the week 2 winner of the $25 gift card.
Update: Trivia categories in comments Who loves pizza?! Any pizza, any toppings, $5 off if you dine-in! And why wouldn’t...
Fun bingo last night! Added some tunes, and it was a hit! Join us every Thursday at 7pm, you won’t be disappointed!

Address


1930 SE 6th Street
Des Moines, IA
50315

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12am
Tuesday 9am - 12am
Wednesday 9am - 12am
Thursday 9am - 12am
Friday 9am - 2am
Saturday 9am - 2am
Sunday 9am - 12am

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