Guidebook for Lincoln
Food Scene
These are the best Burgers in town. Period. End of story.
54 locals recommend
Honest Abe's Burgers & Freedom
126 N 14th StThese are the best Burgers in town. Period. End of story.
Great little local diner if you're looking for a "greasy spoon" sort of dining experience. Also if you see a grumpy bald guy in there it's probably my Dad.
Woodees
201 Capitol Beach BlvdGreat little local diner if you're looking for a "greasy spoon" sort of dining experience. Also if you see a grumpy bald guy in there it's probably my Dad.
Phat Jack's BBQ
8320 SW 14th PlGreat if you're looking for some great local award winning BBQ.
The Mill Coffee and Tea
800 P StGreat local place to get some good coffee.
They have some pretty wacky yet satisfying toppings they put on their donuts. If you've got a sweet tooth this is a "must go" place
16 locals recommend
Hurts Donut Co.
129 N 10th StThey have some pretty wacky yet satisfying toppings they put on their donuts. If you've got a sweet tooth this is a "must go" place
Ivanna Cone
701 P StGreat place to get some really good ice cream!
Vung Tau Pho Grill
2708 Y StIf you're looking for the best authentic Vietnamese food this is the place to go!
If you're looking for a more upscale dining experience this would be my first pick. Not as pricey as the decor and atmosphere would lead you to believe though. The food is awesome!
24 locals recommend
Piedmont Bistro by Venue
1265 S Cotner BlvdIf you're looking for a more upscale dining experience this would be my first pick. Not as pricey as the decor and atmosphere would lead you to believe though. The food is awesome!
Drinks & Nightlife
Very cool local bar most locals don't even know about. Very much a speak easy sort of vibe here. The front door has a light system to let you know if it's at capacity (which is 12). If the light is green you can get in, if it's red it is at capacity.
32 locals recommend
The Other Room
824 P StVery cool local bar most locals don't even know about. Very much a speak easy sort of vibe here. The front door has a light system to let you know if it's at capacity (which is 12). If the light is green you can get in, if it's red it is at capacity.
Another speak easy I like to visit. Located in the Alley of the Rococo Theatre. I'm pretty sure this place might also be haunted...
17 locals recommend
Barrymore's
124 N 13th StAnother speak easy I like to visit. Located in the Alley of the Rococo Theatre. I'm pretty sure this place might also be haunted...
Zipline Brewing Co.
2100 Magnum CirAward winning brewery just around the corner.
Live entertainment. My buddy works there!
14 locals recommend
Screamers Dining and Cabaret: A Family Restaurant
803 Q StreetLive entertainment. My buddy works there!
This is a bit of a drive but if you want to do some wine tasting and escape the hustle and bustle it's well worth the drive.
15 locals recommend
James Arthur Vineyards
2001 W Raymond RdThis is a bit of a drive but if you want to do some wine tasting and escape the hustle and bustle it's well worth the drive.
This is a bit of a drive but if you want to do some wine tasting and escape the hustle and bustle it's well worth the drive.
8 locals recommend
Junto Wine
1356 182nd StreetThis is a bit of a drive but if you want to do some wine tasting and escape the hustle and bustle it's well worth the drive.
Sightseeing
If you're even remotely into automotive culture at all I'd highly recommend you vist this 3 story complex. I saw it personally last year and was blown away. It's within walking distance. I didn't even know it was there.
14 locals recommend
Museum of American Speed
599 Oakcreek DrIf you're even remotely into automotive culture at all I'd highly recommend you vist this 3 story complex. I saw it personally last year and was blown away. It's within walking distance. I didn't even know it was there.
Great Zoo to go check out. Bring the little ones and they can go on a horse ride and feed the goats.
84 locals recommend
Lincoln Children's Zoo
1222 S 27th StGreat Zoo to go check out. Bring the little ones and they can go on a horse ride and feed the goats.
Parks & Nature
Pioneer Park Nature Center
3201 South CoddingtonGreat place to just go for a walk.
Pawnee State Recreation Area
3800 NW 105th StSmaller then branched oak but a bit closer with all the same amenities.
Boating, beaches, camping, horseback riding, shooting ranges and the sort are all available here.
14 locals recommend
Branched Oak State Recreation Area
12000 W Branched Oak RdBoating, beaches, camping, horseback riding, shooting ranges and the sort are all available here.
Arts & Culture
Sunken Gardens
2600 D StIf you're here during the summer I'd recommend going here.
Shopping
Another shopping option that's a bit closer. This mall in an indoor mall as well.
7 locals recommend
Gateway Mall station
Another shopping option that's a bit closer. This mall in an indoor mall as well.
Clothing, restaurants, movie theater and much more can be had here. This is an outdoor shopping mall.
37 locals recommend
SouthPointe Pavilions
2910 Pine Lake RdClothing, restaurants, movie theater and much more can be had here. This is an outdoor shopping mall.
Essentials
Hy-Vee
5010 O StGreat choice if you're needing to get get a lot.
If you're just needing a few odds and ends this is just around the corner. If you have a big list I'd recommend any of the others.
Mai's Market
1340 W O StIf you're just needing a few odds and ends this is just around the corner. If you have a big list I'd recommend any of the others.