Lincoln · Lancaster County, NE

Food & Drink in Lincoln

Scout analyzed 67 Lincoln places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

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Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

1.1 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Downtown

10 matching spots

Country Club

1 matching spots

Near South

1 matching spots

Havelock

1 matching spots

Porter Ridge

1 matching spots

Everett

1 matching spots

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Downtown

Crescent Moon Coffee

Crescent Moon Coffee is a good spot for a casual solo stop or a quick meet-up, taking about 45 minutes for coffee and a light bite. Expect to spend $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Mill Coffee and Tea

The Mill is a comfortable coffee shop in the Haymarket, ideal for a casual meet-up, a solo work session, or a quick break during a walk. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a light snack, and plan for a 1-2 hour visit.

FoodShoppingOutdoors

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Country Club

Lila Mae’s Southern Kitchen & Lounge

Lila Mae’s is a southern kitchen and lounge suitable for a casual meal or drinks. Expect a visit of around 1-1.5 hours, with typical costs between $15-$35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

The Green Gateau

This is a good spot for a brunch or dinner, offering a European-inspired menu. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for a meal and plan for 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Billy's

Billy's is a sophisticated American restaurant, suitable for a dinner date or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-$75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Near South

Meadowlark Coffee & Espresso

Meadowlark Coffee & Espresso is a good spot for a relaxed solo outing or a casual meet-up, especially for art lovers. Expect to spend about an hour here and around $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingArts

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Mill Coffee

This coffee shop and bar is suitable for a relaxed solo visit, a casual meet-up, or a light evening drink. Expect to spend $5-20 per person for an hour-long stop.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$5–$20 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

LeadBelly

LeadBelly is a casual American restaurant suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for burgers and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Piedmont Bistro

Piedmont Bistro is suitable for a relaxed meal of Midwestern comfort food, potentially including drinks at its cozy bar. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person for a main course and perhaps a drink or appetizer.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

DISH Restaurant

DISH is a fine dining restaurant suitable for an evening meal on its own, perhaps followed by a drink elsewhere. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for dinner and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Toast

Toast is a casual spot for American food, coffee, or drinks, suitable for a quick meal or a relaxed gathering. Expect to spend $10-30 per person and dedicate about an hour for your visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Havelock

1893 Coffee & Cream

1893 Coffee & Cream is a local coffee shop good for a quick stop for a drink and pastry, or to grab an ice cream. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Downtown

Single Barrel

Single Barrel is a good spot for an evening meal of locally sourced meats and craft beer, possibly followed by enjoying a whiskey at the bar with live music. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Coffee House

This coffee shop is good for a relaxed solo stop or a quiet meeting, offering coffee and baked goods. Expect to spend an hour and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingWellness

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

HopCat

HopCat is a good choice for a casual dinner or drinks with friends, often paired with a movie or evening event. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-40 per person on pub fare and a large selection of beers.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Porter Ridge

Crazy Fork

Crazy Fork appears to be a casual restaurant suitable for a meal. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and around $15-30 per person for a standard visit.

FoodRelaxed

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Harbor Coffeehouse

This is a good spot for a casual solo stop or a quiet meeting, typically lasting about an hour. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Everett

Cultiva Downtown

Cultiva Downtown is a good spot for a quick coffee or a casual breakfast, suitable for a solo stop or a brief meetup. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Show Stoppers Family Dining & Entertainment

This place is suitable for a family meal with live entertainment, potentially as a standalone outing or paired with a nearby park visit. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $20-40 per person for food and show.

FoodArtsPlayful

$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking