Restaurants in Lincoln
Best Restaurants
Sushi • $$
American • $$
“We were just visiting Lincoln from Omaha for the day and literally found L's Kitchen by accident as it was near the where we were visiting. Found it on the internet looking for places for lunch nearby.
4.8 stars, French, and in Lincoln? Could it really be any good? But how can you not love a French restaurant the serves real Hungarian Goulash? So we tried it. For lunch.
What a surprise! The outside, not so much to look at. We almost turned around and went somewhere else. But we were hungry so we went in. Nice decor, friendly real French owner.
Goulash was not on the lunch menu! Horrors! But not a problem; the owner and chef made it for me anyway. Hot freshly made rolls just out from the oven. Delicious!
The food alone was well worth the drive from Omaha! The best goulash I've had in years. Butter tender meat, tasty broth. Just wonderful! A little French hidden gem in Lincoln! A total but wonderful surprise!
They open at 5:30 for dinner. Best to make an online reservation because they have no phone and relatively few tables which are spread out and not crowded together. When I asked the owner, he said he wants people to feel comfortable, relax, and spend as much time as they wanted without feeling crowded or rushed. I wish more restaurants had the same philisophy!
Have tickets to a show at Lied's? Coming from Omaha? Make a dinner reservation here first! We did for an upcoming performance! And save room for dessert!
This is a wonderful restaurant. Try it and you won't be disappointed!
Vegetarian options: There are a number of vegetarian options on the menu. And the quality is truly superb! Don't miss the eggplant appetizer!
Parking: They have free on-site parking. Not a big lot, but it's a small restaurant.
Wheelchair accessibility: There is wheelchair access through the back. Plenty of room inside as the tables are not crowded together.”
Fine Dining • $$$
“Great service from the family staff. Food quality was exceptional and portions were generous. Perfect environment for conversation.”
American • $$
“Clearly the chef here knows what he/she is doing! Everything was done exceptionally well, from the over-easy eggs to the corned beef hash. The server got our order wrong so I needed to mark it down, but he did apologize and try to make it right. I would absolutely go back again!”
Italian • $$
“I can’t even begin to explain how happy I was with our recent visit to Momo. Our waitress, Gracie, was so over the top phenomenal. So kind, soft, and informative. Me and my boyfriend had our first date at Momo back in ‘21 and we are moving to Houston on Wednesday. So it only felt right to finish up our NE chapter where it began. The food was INCREDIBLE. We even sent compliments to the chef. My boyfriend is a huge foodie with a background in culinary and rates his pork ribeye one of the best meals he’s EVER had. I will always be so happy and appreciative of our trips to Momo. Thank you for helping close our chapter here. Gracie is AMAZING! 10/10 customer service and humanity.”
Asian Fusion • $$
“Possibly the best sushi I've ever had. Would ALWAYS recommend it to anybody looking for good sushi. The chefs are incredible. My personal favorite had to be the cowboy rolls.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
American • $$$
“Amazing food, service, desserts. The menu is always changing so each visit is different. The Sunday brunch has some wonderful dishes, don’t pass up the breakfast burrito!”
Italian • $$$$
“Arguably the nicest restaurant in the state of Nebraska. My wife and I have travelled and ate a luxurious restaurants around the world and this stacks up with anything you’ll find in New York, Chicago, LA, etc. What an incredible high end dining option for Lincoln and Nebraska.”
Brewery • $$
“Truly Delicious meals! Definitely sending all my friends there”
Restaurants with Delivery
Middle Eastern • $
“Excellent food and service. Always a really lovely meal.”
Indian • $
“This place is my go to always! Staff-Amazing, food-Amazing, price-Amazing!!! I would recommend this to anyone!”
Fast Food • $
“Brought my Mom for lunch as a surprise. She hasn’t had a plate lunch & Hawaiian Sun in over 30 years. Was soooo ono!! Will def be back.”
Mediterranean • $
“Absolutely love Sultan's Kite! They do not skimp on portions and the price is very reasonable! Food is excellent too! Highly recommend!”
Sandwich Shop • $
“I recommend Sid's to everyone. The food and service are great each time I eat at Sid's. On my most recent visit I discovered they have jalapeño cheddar bread not only on white, but also on wheat!”
Ethiopian • $
“Five big stars!!! The food is unbelievably good! Opened a whole new world of special and delicious flavors! The food is made with love by the owner, and she serves it with a welcoming and friendly face. The restaurant is tastefully decorated with beautiful Ethiopian art work. Went with a small group and had a great time! Will go again!”
American • $
“this restaurant is awesome. great food, very reasonably priced and a super friendly and attentive staff”
Mexican • $
“Eat here often. Food is very good. Service wonderful. We all love the place!”
Halal • $
“We really enjoyed the excellent food on the buffet. I think I tried just about everything available, and it was all terrific. Tasted very fresh and homemade with good attention to detail. We thought the tandoori chicken kebabs were the most tender we’ve had, and I especially enjoyed the chickpea curry. Looking forward to coming back soon!”
Vegetarian • $
“Have had Pepe's Bistro many times over the years. Doubt I had the same thing twice. Has always been great. One of a kind place that helps make Lincoln unique.”
Vegan • $
“Just a gem of a restaurant. Such creative and interesting dishes. Vegan, yes, but even non-vegans can enjoy everything they offer! Delicious food. The owner, Sara, is incredibly sweet and wonderful too. Absolutely give this place a try if you haven’t!”
Barbecue • $
“best bbq in Lincoln hands down. ribs are on point every time”
Bubble Tea • $
“I had one sip of my milk tea with fluffy cream and golden boba and knew I'd be back sooner rather than later. The staff was super friendly and it's just a really nice, chill spot.”
Italian • $
“The food was fantastic!! Unique flavor and enjoyed every bite!!!! Price was reasonable too! Quality is excellent!”
Barbeque • $
“The best fried chicken ever, so crispy and hella juicy and the greens were bomb, next time ribs!”
Brewery • $$
“Tasty beer during a road trip up from KC, MO! We tried a few different beers and enjoyed the atmosphere and casual ambiance. Will definitely be back!”
Barbecue • $$
“Staff was attentive and food was amazing!! I was so amazed by the catfish, it was so crispy and the breading was so delicious! The pulled pork sandwich was amazing too.”
American • $$
“We had the most romantic anniversary dinner here. The staff and meal was absolutely amazing. I do have to say the beautiful decadent dessert was to die for! From the lights down to the sweet “Happy Anniversary” note, they really pay attention to the little details which makes your experience unique and memorable here. I highly recommend to all family, friends, and any one from out of town who want to have a lovely dinner with a gorgeous chic lite tree in the center of the restaurant.
**Side Note Our very Picky toddlers (2&4) also enjoyed the appetizers and their meals.
Kid-friendliness: Kid menu did not disappoint our picky toddlers. From the blacked steak tips and shrimp cocktail appetizers to the steak with fries and large portion of chicken tenders with mac-n-cheese. OF Course don’t forget the dessert which hands down was the award winning Salted Carmel Cake<- must try this!!!”
Online Reservation Available
Sushi • $$
“2 people for dinner around 6:15pm. Sat quickly. Bathrooms clean. ordered Crunchy NE roll, California roll, Shumai, and Crab Rangoon. everything came out in less than 5 min...still not sure if we just got super fresh food fast or someone else's wrong order they managed to resell. Both rolls were enjoyable. Shumai was greasy. Obviously frozen, fried ahead of time bc it came out too quick to be fresh and wasn't hot enough. Crab Rangoons were good. Went for round 2 of food and asked what cut of meat they used for Steak teriyaki. I was told Angus...yeah, that's the type of cow but what cut of meat? "Don't know. Maybe sirloin." This is coming from the lady who introduced herself as the shift manager. Went with chicken teriyaki and "Sicilian Pizza Rolls". I mean...any Japanese Cuisine / Sushi restaurant with Scicilian Pizza Rolls must have these on the menu for a good reason, right? Someone must've been high as a kite because they took pizza bagel bites dipped in tempura and fried them. Intriguing, but not a smart menu item here. They use all the same steamed rice for sushi as they did for our side. overcooked and unseasoned. Teriyaki chicken came as cut up chicken breast with teriyaki sauce on the side with steamed rice and a big pile of sauteed vegetables. Both our server and shift manager were very friendly but uneducated about the food they're serving. I had to repeat everything we ordered for the waiter at least once if not twice slowly. No prices on the main menu for individual plates so not sure how much you're going to pay unless you ask them to show you their handheld order-taker.”
Mexican • $
“Our new family favorite!!! Spectacular food!! Amazing Service!! Highly recommended!!”
American • $$
“Clearly the chef here knows what he/she is doing! Everything was done exceptionally well, from the over-easy eggs to the corned beef hash. The server got our order wrong so I needed to mark it down, but he did apologize and try to make it right. I would absolutely go back again!”
American • $
“I actually can’t believe I’m just now leaving a review because this has been my husband and my favorite place to eat besides home for years. We love cooking but when we want to go out to eat, this is pretty much the only place we go. Because it’s consistently outstanding. We tend to be disappointed by other restaurants and Piedmont has amazing consistent waitors and hosts that we recognize and that recognize us and amazing consistent chefs. The menu is a lot of fun. We always get the spinach gouda dip and I order the filet and my husband gets the ribeye or the duck !”
Asian Fusion • $$
“Possibly the best sushi I've ever had. Would ALWAYS recommend it to anybody looking for good sushi. The chefs are incredible. My personal favorite had to be the cowboy rolls.”
American • $$$
“Amazing food, service, desserts. The menu is always changing so each visit is different. The Sunday brunch has some wonderful dishes, don’t pass up the breakfast burrito!”
Italian • $$$$
“Arguably the nicest restaurant in the state of Nebraska. My wife and I have travelled and ate a luxurious restaurants around the world and this stacks up with anything you’ll find in New York, Chicago, LA, etc. What an incredible high end dining option for Lincoln and Nebraska.”
American • $$
“We had the most romantic anniversary dinner here. The staff and meal was absolutely amazing. I do have to say the beautiful decadent dessert was to die for! From the lights down to the sweet “Happy Anniversary” note, they really pay attention to the little details which makes your experience unique and memorable here. I highly recommend to all family, friends, and any one from out of town who want to have a lovely dinner with a gorgeous chic lite tree in the center of the restaurant.
**Side Note Our very Picky toddlers (2&4) also enjoyed the appetizers and their meals.
Kid-friendliness: Kid menu did not disappoint our picky toddlers. From the blacked steak tips and shrimp cocktail appetizers to the steak with fries and large portion of chicken tenders with mac-n-cheese. OF Course don’t forget the dessert which hands down was the award winning Salted Carmel Cake<- must try this!!!”
Chinese • $
“I’ve eaten Chinese food all over this country.Never better than Chopsticks Lincoln.Service absolutely superior.For a small operation they get customers served promptly.The staff are courteous and helpful in taking orders and delivering meals.Hard to imagine how they handle it with such an extensive menu.Cleaner than almost every restaurant I’ve been to. Get your meal here ,you won’t be disappointed.”
American • $
“Went to lunch with my family and some friends on a Sunday afternoon. Manager was quick to accommodate our group as there were only smaller tables available at the time. He and his staff were very friendly with us, the food was great, and I would recommend this place to anyone. It's great to have a place with Keno that is stylish, comfortable atmosphere (for all members of the family) with a very friendly staff to visit on a regular basis. We will be regulars here soon.”
Chinese • $
“Takeout for 4. Everything was delicious. Crab Rangoon and hot and sour soup were some of the best we have had. Large quantities. we will get at least 8+ meals from our order.”
Sushi • $$
“Quote from my 7 yr old “5 stars! Blue is my new favorite restaurant.” He tried his first sushi roll (Cali roll) & loved it. Us adults, of course, knew Blue was 5 stars before this latest trip. Always recommend for the food, service & atmosphere.”
Bar & Grill • $
“My husband and I have loved going to Lazlo’s patio for 7 years. The food is normally great, not always hot, but the patio has been wonderful. Too bad they have decided to leave the Bird Nests hanging from the top of the patio. Bird feathers landed in our food, so we paid and just left. I love birds too but netting can be put up to STOP the nest and feathers from falling in your food. Yech!!!!”
Mexican • $$
“Great food all the time. I have never been disappointed at any of their locations”
Pizza • $$
“It was a beautiful day to eat our yummy pizza outside! I loved that I could get whatever toppings I wanted on a single slice to try a couple of different pizzas!
It was my friend's favorite pizza place, so I got one similar to hers, with red pesto sauce, artichokes, potatoes, mushrooms, hamburger, & slice almonds with mozzarella. The 2nd slice was "The Local" menu option minus onions. Hamburger, sausage, pepperoni, green pepper, olives, mushrooms with marinara, and mozzarella.”
Brewery • $$
“something for everyone - always changing menu - friendly and helpful staff”
24 Hour Restaurants
Mexican • $
“Not sure what it is about this DeLeons, but they make the best breakfast burritos out of all the locations! Definitely small, not a lot of room to eat in there but that’s okay!”
Mexican • $
“Delicious Mexican food! Great customer service! Dining in is not pleasant. Old, run down, outdated interior. Gambling arcades in the dinning area and they lock the bathroom doors with padlocks.”
Fast Food • $
“Just went through the drive thru for a small iced mocha latte, and all of the workers were so sweet. Im pretty sure they had to turn their espresso machine back on which I feel super bad about, but they made sure my drink was good! Thank you guys for always being nice when I come to this location!”
Fast Food • $
“Best McDonald’s experience! The ice cream machine was down, as expected. Bummer, right? WRONG! As I was waiting for my boiling hot fries and sweet tea, I asked for a little cup of M&Ms and my man delivered! Made my night”
Sushi • $$
“Quote from my 7 yr old “5 stars! Blue is my new favorite restaurant.” He tried his first sushi roll (Cali roll) & loved it. Us adults, of course, knew Blue was 5 stars before this latest trip. Always recommend for the food, service & atmosphere.”
Japanese • $$
“The best in town. atmosphere, quality and location.”
Brewery • $$
“A really fun, laid-back place to meet up with friends. They have a decent selection of brews to choose from, and occasionally they host food catering that's always fun to try. It can get a little loud on game day, but overall it's a cozy watering hole if you live in the neighborhood.”
Takeout Restaurants
Cafe • $
“I love Mana! Good study area in the front, great games area in the back. Mana has some of my favorite coffee and drinks in Lincoln, and exceptionally good food. Easily the best food at a coffee shop/cafe I've ever had.”
Persian/Iranian • $
“A Place Where Kindness and Resilience Shine For anyone who reads this… they need our help. A stroke 3 months ago and back to work! Because “I can’t be homeless” please reach out for questions”
Bubble Tea • $
“wow where do i even begin firstly the menus are displayed very nicely and simple for the consumer secondly the lady and gentleman making the boba were very nice and super generous when i got my food i was amazed on how good the mango snow boba was and i also got a side of cheese kurtz and wow best thing i ever tasted highly recommend going here and i will definitely try this again ????”
Bakery • $
“This is by far my favorite place when I visit Lincoln. Delectable treats, unique, tasty drinks, and absolutely gorgeous custom cakes. The staff is incredible and they have gone out of their way to create a welcoming environment! I cannot recommend this Bakery enough.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“I decided to be brave and attempt the Ice Cream Flight (4 scoops of your choosing).
I attempted the Bees Knees, Almond Brittle with Salted Ganache, Peanut Butter and Cookies & Cream.
My favourite was the Bees Knees. I could have eaten a bathtub full of it. Close 2nd was Cookies & Cream. With the help of my 3 musketeers the rest was soon finished off.
If you open a shop in NY I’d be your favourite customer.”
American • $$
“We were just visiting Lincoln from Omaha for the day and literally found L's Kitchen by accident as it was near the where we were visiting. Found it on the internet looking for places for lunch nearby.
4.8 stars, French, and in Lincoln? Could it really be any good? But how can you not love a French restaurant the serves real Hungarian Goulash? So we tried it. For lunch.
What a surprise! The outside, not so much to look at. We almost turned around and went somewhere else. But we were hungry so we went in. Nice decor, friendly real French owner.
Goulash was not on the lunch menu! Horrors! But not a problem; the owner and chef made it for me anyway. Hot freshly made rolls just out from the oven. Delicious!
The food alone was well worth the drive from Omaha! The best goulash I've had in years. Butter tender meat, tasty broth. Just wonderful! A little French hidden gem in Lincoln! A total but wonderful surprise!
They open at 5:30 for dinner. Best to make an online reservation because they have no phone and relatively few tables which are spread out and not crowded together. When I asked the owner, he said he wants people to feel comfortable, relax, and spend as much time as they wanted without feeling crowded or rushed. I wish more restaurants had the same philisophy!
Have tickets to a show at Lied's? Coming from Omaha? Make a dinner reservation here first! We did for an upcoming performance! And save room for dessert!
This is a wonderful restaurant. Try it and you won't be disappointed!
Vegetarian options: There are a number of vegetarian options on the menu. And the quality is truly superb! Don't miss the eggplant appetizer!
Parking: They have free on-site parking. Not a big lot, but it's a small restaurant.
Wheelchair accessibility: There is wheelchair access through the back. Plenty of room inside as the tables are not crowded together.”
Bakery • $
“Each time I have gone in, it has been easy to place my order and when they give me my order and show me to make sure it all looks good is amazing
Kid-friendliness: There is room for children to run around outside and they have the cookies out on display which is amazing for children
Wheelchair accessibility: There are ramps”
Asian Fusion • $
“Yo wtf, this food is actually good!
Had reservations due to the outside look of the building but was pleasantly surprised,
Got the "Morgan box" with beef and crab rangoons.
The beef was soft and tender for my weak ahh teefs and the fresh onion and cilantro was perfect for whatever sauce is in there.
Ate until my stomach hurt, 10/10”
Pizza • $
“The leaning tower of pizza is amazing especially with cream cheese…”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Lived in Lincoln from 1970-1988. Zesto's hot fudge sundaes were consistently a highlight. We were back in town for a visit and I was tickled to find out they are STILL as great as ever! Service by Ella was fine, and still lots of lovely shade to relax in while enjoying our treats !”
Mediterranean • $
“Highly recommend. The Chicken Fajita sandwich was one of the best sandwiches I have had in Lincoln! Huge portions, great value… great food! It is a Lincoln sleeper!”
Steak House • $$
“It was yummy and we had great service. That food was great”
American • $$
“Great food, great environment, and wonderful service”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $
“The friendliest staff, delicious coffee, and the cutest atmosphere! Love coming here for a Saturday morning treat with my kids & husband, or even my Saturday morning Bible study with friends. The perfect place for everything!”
Coffee Shops • $
“I'm not a coffee snob, I usually buy the cheapest store brands and then have to add so much it really isn't coffee. I decided to buy some ground coffee from TCS and was I ever surprised. It is wonderful. I could tell the difference immediately. I just had to add a tablespoon of cream and nothing else. Drinking this coffee is a treat.”
Pizza • $
“We always enjoy the selection of pizzas and options at Papa Murphy’s and the service at the store is excellent. BOGO deal this time was a great deal.
Vegetarian options: Two specific vegetarian pizzas plus crust and non-dairy options for vegans.”
Mexican • $
“This place is a hidden gem! Not only were the food and margaritas (margaritas are huge!) really good, but the staff is amazing. So friendly and helpful. I will be back for sure!”
Mexican • $$
“Great food all the time. I have never been disappointed at any of their locations”
Coffee Shops • $
“The staff at this location (as well as the other one in Lincoln) are so nice. They move pretty quickly and always know how to continue a conversation and make you smile. It’s my favorite coffee/energy place! And the rewards program is really nice”
Coffee Shops • $
“Stopped by and grabbed a brown sugar chai with vanilla cold foam. What a smooth drink!! Great taste, I’d recommend it to all!”
Mexican • $
“So far the best place to enjoy a good meal with family ,friends or alone ?
But have you tried the Mexican ice cream yet ?
Delicious ,?? 100% recommended
Parking: Parking is shared with other small businesses there so you have to be patient to get a spot ?
Kid-friendliness: Kids are welcome there all the time
Wheelchair accessibility: Doors are big enough and there's accessibility for a wheelchair (my son is on one).”
Fast Food • $
“Got a bunch of orders or go for hungry high school boys - they had the order ready to go, perfectly hot, and it was all devoured within minutes. I snuck a piece and it did not disappoint... light crunchy breading, great flavor.”
Food Trucks • $
“They make the absolute best papusas. I finally got to go to their brick and mortar location and while I thought I was spoiled with the food truck I feel even more spoiled now”
Fast Food • $
“Extremely expensive for the small sizes you pay for. I got the nuggets and they were so small and I don't like their waffle fries. No salt or pepper on the waffle fries. I don't see what's all the hype about them, in my personal opinion it's a joke, food wasn't that great. I had gone up 3 times to talk to a manager about my meal and they didn't have one,at that store. I'm probably not going back there again unless I get to talk to a manager. There customer service had a lot left to be desired.”
American • $
“My wife and I eat here far too often. The food's Culver's, so it's good, but the service is excellent. The staff are attentive, kind, and very helpful. Never had a bad experience.
Whoever is hiring is doing a great job, and everyone working here should be very proud of what they do. In this day and age, it's much appreciated.”
Brewery • $$
“Per capita BS has most drinkable beers than the other micro brews. I go to the Lincoln location and the environment is chill and the bartenders are really friendly. it's quiet unless they have an event. it's not downtown so you don't have to worry about parking or traffic. what else can I say but to check it out for yourself.”
American • $$
“Truly Delicious meals! Definitely sending all my friends there”
American • $$
“Fleetwood is a must-stop for me when traveling through Lincoln. You can tell they take pride in everything they do, from their inviting atmosphere to their creative menu. I can't recommend them highly enough.”
Cheap Eats
Vegan • $
“My friend and I each had a Buddhalicious burger - amazing!!!! Shared the Red Moon Slaw and Bajan Rice which were both sooooo good. The owner is incredibly kind and the place has a wonderful vibe. I can’t wait to try one of everything! My first veggie burger ever and I’m sold.”
Bar • $
“This is a simply a great place. You will have a hard time finding better service or better beer in Lincoln. GREAT location in Haymarket, there's also a rooftop bar that's well worth the effort. Food options are limited, but the top-shelf sausages and pretzels means nobody need walk away hungry. We always stop here when we get back to Lincoln.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“The Cheesesteak Grille team delivered an amazing catering experience for our daughter’s wedding late night snack! The guests thought the Cheesesteaks were delicious. I highly recommend them for your next event!”
Diner • $
“BEST IN LINCOLN. Routine breakfast customer and never disappointed. Relaxing atmosphere with nostalgic decor and no blaring music or televisions nobody watches. Eaten all the breakfast places in Lincoln over the years, this is one of the best and the prices are very reasonable. Always busy so that should tell you something.”
Southern • $
“My husband and I love to go to New Orleans for the food. I was so excited to see this restaurant open. Best cornbread hands down. You cannot get bad food here.”
Hamburger • $
“Came here for the first time and it was everything I hoped for! Authentic ingredients, super delicious. Freshly prepared upon ordering. I got the United States burger and Parmesan fries followed by an extra chocolate shake. And the guy working the counter was the best! Soooo kind and he gave really good recommendations too!”
Chinese • $
“My wife and I have been eating Perfect Diner for the better part of the last 6 years. It is the most consistent restraunt I have ever experienced. The workers are always the same and are friendly and efficient!
The pad thai, and szechuan meals are fantastic, and the gyoza and crab rangoons are mainstays on our orders.
If you're craving Chinese food, Perfect Diner lives up to its name.”
Cafe • $
“We made reservations for 10am for a party of 6. There was so many great menu options it was hard to choose but everything we had was delicious and big portions. On top of that the waitress was super friendly, the atmosphere was fantastic and very reasonably priced. We will definitely make a point to eat here again when we visit Lincoln.”
Vietnamese • $
“love the pho, love the bubble tea, love the spring rolls! love the staff! great food great atmosphere!”
Mexican • $
“Amazing food and the staff is always so friendly and kind. We love Agave and even our kids are always asking to go. The restaurant is really cute on the inside too.”
Vietnamese • $
“Last Sunday, I visited Lincoln and had a meal with my family at this recommended restaurant. I ate rice noodles and paid $80 including tip to match the price. I checked my credit card payment history and saw that $82 had been paid. I don't know why $2 was suddenly added.
After eating here, be sure to check your credit card payment details later!”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Customer service is wonderful, food is amazing (especially smoked chicken salad on white with provolone cheese and tomato). Sandwich meal comes with your choice of chips, drink as well as a cookie of the day, ice cream, pickle and baby carrots very reasonably priced. i haven't taken anyone there for lunch that didn’t thoroughly enjoy it. Keep up the good work.”
Cafe • $
“nice place. one thing: if they have more than 3 to 4 people in there, they are packed. great food if you ever get in there.”
American • $$
“Chef Drake made me a Beef Wellington that was out of this world! The brussel sprouts and corn fritters were also delicious! Addie (sp?) was very attentive and a great waitress.”
Japanese • $$
“We had dinner at Koen while driving from Denver to Madison, Wisconsin, and are very, very glad we chose to dine there. The restaurant is beautiful, spotless and serene, which truly allowed us to relax after a long day of driving. Our food and beverages were excellent, and we enjoyed talking to the sushi chef while he was working. We had an assortment of nigiri sushi and the fish was incredibly fresh and flavorful. We had Saba (mackerel) and Unagi (eel) and it was fantastic. The service was exceptional and every staff member we interacted with was very helpful and friendly. Koen is, by far, the best Japanese restaurant in Nebraska. Try it you will like it!”
Italian • $$
“Food, staff and atmosphere were amazing! Great cocktails as well.”
Sports Bar • $$
“fun, fast paced and heart racing excitement... all pared with great staff, friendly locals and slots onsite! how can any of this be bad.....IT CANT BE! One of my favorite places in lincoln!”
Bar • $$
“Great place for Latin night on Friday nights. Great music, strong drinks, and a dance floor to get your groove on! Come early as it gets really packed by midnight.”
Bar • $$
“If you want a place to go and feel comfortable and have a good time Ejs is it. The new owners and staff are great! The food is excellent! We just had the stadium nachos it has homemade Pico and homemade salsa. I HIGHLY recommend them. They are the bomb!!!!!”
Cafe • $$
“Helpful, Happy Staff. Short waiting for help.”
Bar • $$
“I had my daughters birthday party here. The owner gave me a great deal! the space is large great for big parties or you can use less tables for small parties! Has a nice size dance floor as well. the party turned out great! Last year we had a big baby shower here as well. plenty of space. the party was lots of fun. this would be a great space for a wedding reception as well. I highly recommend using this business for parties!”
Italian • $$
“Had a wonderful dinner. Wanted a little more heat for my calamari and the chef made me a special hot marinara that was top shelf. Great dining experience!”
Sushi • $$
“Absolutely LOVE Hiro 88! Great flavors and huge portions - service is always spot on - no complaints”
Bar • $$
“Completely unexpected quality and deliciousness from a hotel bar/restaurant. We had filet steak, French onion soup, sour cream mashed potatoes and house salads. Everything was exceptional. Get the butter added to your steak!”
American • $$
“Love Carmela’s. We’ve been here several times for the date night menu and have been able to try several of the dishes there. Everything is great! Have not had a bad dish. Will definitely be back again and again.”
Brewery • $$
“Fabulous beer and service! Every first Monday of the month they hold a Beer School event which includes a tour and free beers + snacks. The beers are tasty and have interesting flavors. Great vibes!”
Afghan • $$
“If I could give this 10 stars, I would. The best food truck in all of Lincoln. I travel a lot, it's not a stretchfor me to say it is one of the best food trucks in the county. But it's notjust the food, it's the friendly service that makes you feel right at home.I'm vegetarian so the first time I went, Laila recommended something for me.The best part, she not only remembers me, but she also remembers that I'mvegetarian and of course remembers my order. I always order the Bolani(sp?) the side red and green sauce is DELICIOUS as well.”
Fast Food • $$
“The Sweet Berry Chicken Salad was very good, as usual. The service was what you would expect as well. While the restrooms could use some attention, the restaurant itself was visually appealing with current decor, although it did feel a little cramped. Regardless, that is not why any of us come to Runza, is it?”
Italian • $$
“The Manager working tonight (July 27th) at the 33rd and A location was amazing! Awesome customer service and such a great person! thanks for making our families night!”
Chicken • $$
“This place makes killer barbecue BUT they have changed their bread. It used to be a warm, soft, moderately dense roll of pure perfection. Now, however, they give you a half-assed, soggy, flavorless slice of “Texas toast”. The only other option is a brioche hamburger bun. I’m boycotting Dickeys until they bring back their DINNER ROLL. I used to get 3 extra orders because they’re the best. BRING THE ROLLS BACK!!!”
American • $$
“I checked out Tavern 180 tonight for dinner. I had the Blue Cheese Burger and Brandi had the Wagyu Burger. To say it was delicious would be an understatement. The atmosphere was upscale casual and the staff A+. Definitely a place to go again and again. Located at 30th and Yankee Hill.”
Barbecue • $$
“Wonderful! Got a whole duck and pork belly. The pork belly skin was crisp and delicious and seasoned so well. The duck was excellent too. They came with some sauces which I was skeptical that I would like (because I don't like sauces as a general rule), but really did compliment the flavors of the meat.”
Bar • $$
“Tiny bar. Bartender was attentive & she was the only one there. Not much to offer but decent place to get a drink. Seemed like a local hang out, everyone knew everyone kinda place.”
Steak House • $$
“I was there on a Sunday by myself and sat at the bar. I had the queen cut prime rib and it was excellent. I had the soup which was bacon onion cream. It was very good also. This place hasn't changed in 50 years and I love it.”
Brazilian • $$
“We had an amazing time last night. The food was great and the service was amazing! Thank you Eric and team for making the birthday celebration special. We had a group of 25, we used one of their party rooms and everything was fast and wonderful. Highly recommended!!!”
Steak House • $$
“Brought my family in to have dinner and everything was fantastic .. manager was very sweat Aubree server made sure our drinks and food tasted good thank you again !!!”
American • $$$
“Laura was our waitress. She attended to detail. She took excellent care. The meal was delivered, food was prepared as explained. Easy to have a conversation in the environment. Everyone was gracious. A wonderful experience. A beautiful place to have a wonderful meal.”
Indian • $$
“Ashamed to say this was my first time here; I was extremely satisfied. Delicious food at reasonable prices. It was easy to order online and it was ready in 30 minutes. I will definitely be back!”
Mexican • $$
“This Amigos is my neighborhood drive-thru coffee shop. I come here for breakfast and coffee before work. Maria and Abraham are always friendly and they remember their customers. I get a latte that doesn't cost a fortune and a breakfast sandwich that's fresh and cooked perfectly. Five stars for sure.”
Bar • $$
“Great new space! Sun too much even this time of year, no shade on deck. Can't imagine if it were summer. Good selection of beer.”
Bar • $$
“Super expensive, mediocre entertainment.I 100% got inappropriately touched in the bathroom….it was kinda nice. Didn’t like that they didn’t wash their hands when we finished however, as it is Covid and unsanitary.”
Bar • $$$
“An excellent hotel and one of the nicer Embassy Suites. If you’re attending a Husker game, it’s THE place to stay.”
Chicken Wings • $$
“ordered a 32 piece and were not disappointed! got Nashville hot and santa fe. Nashville wasn't very hot but still tasty. wings were great size and cooked perfectly. so juicy. fries also good. just needed a tad more seasoning. 8 out of 10 will order again!”
Brewpubs • $$
“The food was excellent! When in Nebraska, you must have at least one Reuben! Ours was fantastic. The staff was friendly and quick to serve. The place is super clean. The prices were very, very reasonable. I will definitely like to return. Also, thank you to HuskerOnline. It was through them that I learned of this great restaurant.”
Pizza • $$
“I'm new to the area and was so glad to find out there was a Papa John's nearby!? Ordering online is Not my favorite ? ?????⁴?... But now that I know they're nearby,?I just call and order.??♀️???♀️Friendly, professional staff, timely orders, and good pizza keeps me coming back!????? (5 *★slice Review) ???♀️?️ ?!”
Bar • $$
“Did not stop in this night. They do not have food. Service is good but dependent on how busy they are, how many bartenders and who is working. Love the atmosphere.”
Indian • $$
“My husband and I were craving Indian food and looked for something Uber Eats could deliver. We'd never tried Aroma before, and we're definitely glad we did. We ordered a whole Tandoori Chicken to share, soup, and Onion Kulcha. Everything was delicious. The food had a spicier kick than other local Indian restaurants, which we both enjoyed. Next time I'll order a side of rice to go along with it because we would have liked more, but we will definitely be dining with Aroma again soon.”
Mexican • $$
“Still the same tried and true thing it has been for a long time. I don't go to this location typically but I did recently and it's just as good as any of the others. Fast, not terribly expensive, authentic-ish choices along with a few goofy but tasty items.
Vegetarian options: Not anyone of options but there are some that aren't too bad.”
American • $$
“Delicious food! Busy night but we were seated quickly. Julie was our waitress and she brought by youngest a small cup of ice cream for dessert which was so sweet. They were out of forks but other than my 6 year old we didn’t mind. The reverse happy hour was great- prices were better than normal on many great rolls.”
Fast Food • $$
“Very friendly staff :) I got the gyro AND the gyro salad. Makes my tummy happy!”
Steak House • $$
“I had the lobster bisque (excellent) and the steak of the day, which was (I forget the exact name) a Rib Steak with rosemary infused butter? It was melt in your mouth tender and one of the most flavourful steaks I’ve had. Unbelievable! Such a unique and enjoyable dinner with service to match the meal. I would have to recommend this be a regular menu item so others have the opportunity to enjoy it. It was that good!”
Chicken Wings • $$
“You ever walked into a place and kinda felt bad because they closed rather soon? Hate to do it, but a guy was kinda hungry & thirsty. Sheena at the bar was swamped but she was eager to have us order and had no qualms about whatever time it was just that we were hungry. We’re gonna come back because she invited us for traditional Tuesday, she also told us to get the rewards but I’m sick of having so many apps.”
Bar • $$
“Good on you for requiring American IDs in AMERICA! If you’re a citizen you should have an American ID…so why are you mad? I wouldn’t be mad if another country required that of me. This is a private owned company, they have the RIGHT to make the choice they made. That’s the beauty of America.”
Latest Reviews
Breakfast • $
“We love this Village Inn. Jocelyn was our server - Great smile, Great service, pleasant person to be around. Food was hot and very GOOD! I also asked to speak to the manager and told her how much we liked our experience. Please - let Jocelyn know how important she is to Village Inn.”
Cafe • $
“nice place. one thing: if they have more than 3 to 4 people in there, they are packed. great food if you ever get in there.”
American • $
“My husband and I stopped for dinner at Don and Millie's on 56th Street in Lincoln. The food, as always, was outstanding (they by far make the best cheeseburger in Lincoln...hand-formed beef patties with just the right amount of juiciness)....when we left, FOUR different employees acknowledged us. The worker sweeping the floor told us to have a great evening, and he thanked us for coming, the person working in the kitchen thanked us and told us to have a nice evening, the guy wiping tables thanked us and told us to come back, and the person at the order counter said goodbye and thanked us for coming. WOW! Good food and great service! You just don't find that kind of employee kindness and attention anymore, so Don and Millies now has a permanent customer with us!”
Sports Bar • $$
“So how come they closed up a couple of weeks ago. Ate there a couple of time and good food, good waitresses and bang there closed.”
Chinese • $
“I think all the old commentors should give this place another try as under new owners and management and it is awesome! I am so happy i found a place close to me!”
Chinese • $
“I’ve eaten Chinese food all over this country.Never better than Chopsticks Lincoln.Service absolutely superior.For a small operation they get customers served promptly.The staff are courteous and helpful in taking orders and delivering meals.Hard to imagine how they handle it with such an extensive menu.Cleaner than almost every restaurant I’ve been to. Get your meal here ,you won’t be disappointed.”
Chinese • $
“Stumbled onto the restaurant. Had lunch and so impressed that we ordered to take home. Well .. we live two hours away. Best Chinese we have had since moving to Nebraska.”
Diner • $
“BEST IN LINCOLN. Routine breakfast customer and never disappointed. Relaxing atmosphere with nostalgic decor and no blaring music or televisions nobody watches. Eaten all the breakfast places in Lincoln over the years, this is one of the best and the prices are very reasonable. Always busy so that should tell you something.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Lived in Lincoln from 1970-1988. Zesto's hot fudge sundaes were consistently a highlight. We were back in town for a visit and I was tickled to find out they are STILL as great as ever! Service by Ella was fine, and still lots of lovely shade to relax in while enjoying our treats !”
Pizza • $
“Love this pizza, just wish they included wings as optional (upgrade) for side selection on combos.”
Restaurant • $
“I was waited on bye Rachel Devorik and she was amazing and the service was top notch Ty Rachel”
Caterers • $$
“We had Chefauchef cater our 50th wedding anniversary party in July. The food was outstanding We had so many compliments. My husband is craving more beef tips!!”
Italian • $
“This was my family’s first time visiting this restaurant. We weren’t expecting much, boy was I wrong! It has a cozy warm atmosphere, very family friendly, and EXCELLENT food. The service was excellent as well. We don’t go to Italian restaurants generally, but this one deserves to be on our list of favorites.”
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American • $
“Every time we come to Cracker Barrel, we have received fast friendly service and an awesome meal. This year for Thanksgiving I ordered a turkey breast to take home. It was moist and tender. I would highly recommend that also.”
Bakery • $
“Each time I have gone in, it has been easy to place my order and when they give me my order and show me to make sure it all looks good is amazing
Kid-friendliness: There is room for children to run around outside and they have the cookies out on display which is amazing for children
Wheelchair accessibility: There are ramps”
American • $
“I was waited on bye Rachel Devorik and she was amazing and the service was top notch Ty Rachel”
American • $
“I actually can’t believe I’m just now leaving a review because this has been my husband and my favorite place to eat besides home for years. We love cooking but when we want to go out to eat, this is pretty much the only place we go. Because it’s consistently outstanding. We tend to be disappointed by other restaurants and Piedmont has amazing consistent waitors and hosts that we recognize and that recognize us and amazing consistent chefs. The menu is a lot of fun. We always get the spinach gouda dip and I order the filet and my husband gets the ribeye or the duck !”
Mediterranean • $
“Absolutely love Sultan's Kite! They do not skimp on portions and the price is very reasonable! Food is excellent too! Highly recommend!”
American • $
“First timer and was not disappointed. Our server was super helpful navigating the menu. Portion sizes are very generous and the food was excellent. Definitely a repeat visit spot.”
Indian • $
“This place is my go to always! Staff-Amazing, food-Amazing, price-Amazing!!! I would recommend this to anyone!”
Bar & Grill • $
“Food was a,aging and the service was impeccable!! Highly recommend.”
Coffee Shops • $
“The friendliest staff, delicious coffee, and the cutest atmosphere! Love coming here for a Saturday morning treat with my kids & husband, or even my Saturday morning Bible study with friends. The perfect place for everything!”
Italian • $
“The food was fantastic!! Unique flavor and enjoyed every bite!!!! Price was reasonable too! Quality is excellent!”
Diner • $
“BEST IN LINCOLN. Routine breakfast customer and never disappointed. Relaxing atmosphere with nostalgic decor and no blaring music or televisions nobody watches. Eaten all the breakfast places in Lincoln over the years, this is one of the best and the prices are very reasonable. Always busy so that should tell you something.”
Southern • $
“Amazing food, great service, and wonderful atmosphere! I would DEFINITELY recommend giving this hidden gem a try. You will not regret it!!!”
Breakfast • $
“Had a wonderful opening day experience at the Lincoln restaurant � enjoyed two appsfor my besties birthday & delicious lattes. Total for two apps and two lattes was $36.My server was Taylyn was great”
Hamburger • $
“Came here for the first time and it was everything I hoped for! Authentic ingredients, super delicious. Freshly prepared upon ordering. I got the United States burger and Parmesan fries followed by an extra chocolate shake. And the guy working the counter was the best! Soooo kind and he gave really good recommendations too!”
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Mexican • $
“I am thrilled los Cabos is here. The food is excellent the restaurant is decorated very well and the staff friendly and helpful.
Parking: I did not count the parking spaces but there was plenty
Kid-friendliness: Yes. This is a family place.
Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking is available .”
Chinese • $
“Ate at one on north 26th lincoln ne. It was so good!! The girls taking orders were happy and professional..big smiles!! New restaurant and the employees did it right. Will be out go to Chinese!!”
“2 people for dinner around 6:15pm. Sat quickly. Bathrooms clean. ordered Crunchy NE roll, California roll, Shumai, and Crab Rangoon. everything came out in less than 5 min...still not sure if we just got super fresh food fast or someone else's wrong order they managed to resell. Both rolls were enjoyable. Shumai was greasy. Obviously frozen, fried ahead of time bc it came out too quick to be fresh and wasn't hot enough. Crab Rangoons were good. Went for round 2 of food and asked what cut of meat they used for Steak teriyaki. I was told Angus...yeah, that's the type of cow but what cut of meat? "Don't know. Maybe sirloin." This is coming from the lady who introduced herself as the shift manager. Went with chicken teriyaki and "Sicilian Pizza Rolls". I mean...any Japanese Cuisine / Sushi restaurant with Scicilian Pizza Rolls must have these on the menu for a good reason, right? Someone must've been high as a kite because they took pizza bagel bites dipped in tempura and fried them. Intriguing, but not a smart menu item here. They use all the same steamed rice for sushi as they did for our side. overcooked and unseasoned. Teriyaki chicken came as cut up chicken breast with teriyaki sauce on the side with steamed rice and a big pile of sauteed vegetables. Both our server and shift manager were very friendly but uneducated about the food they're serving. I had to repeat everything we ordered for the waiter at least once if not twice slowly. No prices on the main menu for individual plates so not sure how much you're going to pay unless you ask them to show you their handheld order-taker.”