Guest Guidebook for Lincoln
Local Restaurants and Coffee/Juice Shops
Here is a varied selection of great Lincoln restaurants and coffee/juice shops. There's something here for every diet and every budget.
Honest Abes was voted as one of the best burger restaurants in the country by the travel website TripAdvisor. If unique and delicious burger combinations is what you're looking for, Abes is a perfect choice. Their signature burger is the "Greatest Burger Ever," topped with chopped bacon, griddled onions, "awesome sauce," American cheese, ketchup and romaine lettuce.
54 locals recommend
Honest Abe's Burgers & Freedom
126 N 14th StHonest Abes was voted as one of the best burger restaurants in the country by the travel website TripAdvisor. If unique and delicious burger combinations is what you're looking for, Abes is a perfect choice. Their signature burger is the "Greatest Burger Ever," topped with chopped bacon, griddled onions, "awesome sauce," American cheese, ketchup and romaine lettuce.
If you're in the mood for some fine dining in an awesome atmosphere, visit Venue, where you'll enjoy delicious food with great service. They have vegan-friendly and vegetarian-friendly menu options.
19 locals recommend
Venue Restaurant & Lounge
4111 Pioneer Woods DrIf you're in the mood for some fine dining in an awesome atmosphere, visit Venue, where you'll enjoy delicious food with great service. They have vegan-friendly and vegetarian-friendly menu options.
For authentic Mexican, check out Copal Progressive.
11 locals recommend
Copal Progressive Mexican Cuisine
4747 Pioneers BlvdFor authentic Mexican, check out Copal Progressive.
Vincenzo's Ristorante
808 P StFine dining and Italian food.
Valentino's has received the Lincoln Choice Awards for best pizza and favorite Memorial Stadium food. This is a great restaurant choice for kids with their Italian buffet, pizza, salad bar, kids' buffet, and dessert buffet.
17 locals recommend
Valentino's
3535 Holdrege StValentino's has received the Lincoln Choice Awards for best pizza and favorite Memorial Stadium food. This is a great restaurant choice for kids with their Italian buffet, pizza, salad bar, kids' buffet, and dessert buffet.
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
2750 Pine Lake RdFeeling like some BBQ? Visit Famous Dave's. Perfect for families and groups.
Asian Fusion
2840 Jamie LnThey have great sushi!
The Oven
201 N 8th StThis is a popular spot for Indian cuisine.
For a fast food option, try the Original Runza Sandwich. They also serve burgers, chicken, and fries.
12 locals recommend
Runza® Restaurant
937 S 13th StFor a fast food option, try the Original Runza Sandwich. They also serve burgers, chicken, and fries.
For Mexican fast food or burgers and fries, visit Amigos. Popular choices are their crisp meat, cheesy, and their quesadilla burrito.
Amigos/Kings Classic
1411 Q StFor Mexican fast food or burgers and fries, visit Amigos. Popular choices are their crisp meat, cheesy, and their quesadilla burrito.
The Mill Coffee and Tea
800 P StNice little coffee shop for a latte or simple cup of joe.
The Coffee House
1324 P StLittle coffee shop with excellent drinks and friendly staff.
LaMar's Donuts and Coffee
1601 Q StYummy selection of rolls and donuts.
NuVibe Juice & Java
4131 Pioneer Woods DrFor great coffee and all natural smoothies.
Sweet tooth? They have the most amazing cakes! They have little cakes for two and big cakes for a family.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
4107 Pioneer Woods DrSweet tooth? They have the most amazing cakes! They have little cakes for two and big cakes for a family.
Known for their prime rib, visiting Misty's the Friday before a Husker Football game is a pre-game tradition for many fans in Lincoln.
12 locals recommend
Misty's Restaurant & Lounge
6235 Havelock AveKnown for their prime rib, visiting Misty's the Friday before a Husker Football game is a pre-game tradition for many fans in Lincoln.
For delicious steak, ribs, prime rib, brisket, and more visit Fireworks. They are partnered with a local microbrewery and provide Empyrean beer on tap.
7 locals recommend
FireWorks Restaurant
5750 S 86th StFor delicious steak, ribs, prime rib, brisket, and more visit Fireworks. They are partnered with a local microbrewery and provide Empyrean beer on tap.
Things to Do
Here is a list of a variety of popular activities in Lincoln. Young and not-so-young, there is something for everyone.
Family fun center including bowling, go-karts, adventure maze, arcade, and more.
Champions Fun Center
1555 Yolande AveFamily fun center including bowling, go-karts, adventure maze, arcade, and more.
Defy Gravity
345 Speedway CirIndoor trampoline park
Located inside Gateway Mall, this is an arcade with karaoke, bowling, food, drinks, and more.
12 locals recommend
Round1 Bowling & Amusement
6100 O StLocated inside Gateway Mall, this is an arcade with karaoke, bowling, food, drinks, and more.
John Breslow Ice Hockey Center
433 V StEnjoy some family time at a local ice skating rink.
Theater featuring programs focused on symphony, dance, Broadway and music.
24 locals recommend
Lied Center for Performing Arts
301 N 12th StTheater featuring programs focused on symphony, dance, Broadway and music.
Great place for kids to learn through hands-on activities and exploration.
84 locals recommend
Lincoln Children's Zoo
1222 S 27th StGreat place for kids to learn through hands-on activities and exploration.
Lincoln Community Playhouse
2500 S 56th StAlways a great theater experience.
Great place for kids to run and use up some energy. This is an indoor playground with a foam pit, inflatable jumpers, a laser maze, and more.
12 locals recommend
Lost in Fun!
8431 Cody DrGreat place for kids to run and use up some energy. This is an indoor playground with a foam pit, inflatable jumpers, a laser maze, and more.
Marcus Lincoln Grand Cinema
1101 P StWatch a great movie at The Grand.
Great museum with mammoth fossils, great exhibits, and planetarium shows.
33 locals recommend
Morrill Hall
Great museum with mammoth fossils, great exhibits, and planetarium shows.
Pinnacle Bank Arena
400 Pinnacle Arena DrIndoor arena for concerts, sports and other events.
Sheldon Museum of Art
R StreetGreat art museum
Sun Valley Lanes
321 Victory LnGreat bowling alley for kids and serious bowlers alike.
Family fun center with a ropes course, climbing walls, warrior course and more.
11 locals recommend
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
2840 S 70th StFamily fun center with a ropes course, climbing walls, warrior course and more.
Adventure Golf Center
5901 S 56th StMini golf course great for kids.
Lincoln's zoo with lots of animals and fun activities for kids and families.
84 locals recommend
Lincoln Children's Zoo
1222 S 27th StLincoln's zoo with lots of animals and fun activities for kids and families.
Memorial Stadium
One Memorial Stadium DriveHome of the Nebraska Husker football team.
A great location for outdoor concerts and events. Check out the website to see what's happening during your visit.
8 locals recommend
Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater
3201 S Coddington AveA great location for outdoor concerts and events. Check out the website to see what's happening during your visit.
Pioneers Golf Course
3403 W Van Dorn StTraditional 18-hole golf course.
Check out this site for a full listing of parks, playgrounds, public swimming pools, biking/hiking trails and more.
Lincoln Parks and Recreation
3131 O StreetCheck out this site for a full listing of parks, playgrounds, public swimming pools, biking/hiking trails and more.
Shopping
From groceries to fuel to clothing and gifts, here is a list for everything you need.
Fresh food, ready-to-eat foods, health and beauty items, deli, florist, pharmacy, and more.
29 locals recommend
Hy-Vee
5010 O StFresh food, ready-to-eat foods, health and beauty items, deli, florist, pharmacy, and more.
Leon's Food Mart
2200 Winthrop RdGrocery store.
Gateway Mall
6100 O StShopping mall including food court.
Outdoor shopping center. Visit Scheels for the best retail experience. Go for a ride on the indoor ferris wheel for less than a dollar per rider.
37 locals recommend
SouthPointe Pavilions
2910 Pine Lake RdOutdoor shopping center. Visit Scheels for the best retail experience. Go for a ride on the indoor ferris wheel for less than a dollar per rider.
Discount City
5560 S 48th StLarge selection of wine & spirits.
Moran's Liquor Works
3400 A StLiquor store with large selection.
Super C
3275 Sheridan BlvdClosest gas station.
Local Transportation
There are several ways to get around town. There are plenty of Uber and Lyft drivers available or try any of these other modes of transportation.
Check out the website for bus route/schedule info. StarTran also offers rides to and from all UNL Husker home football games. Check out their site for pickup/dropoff locations.
StarTran
710 J StCheck out the website for bus route/schedule info. StarTran also offers rides to and from all UNL Husker home football games. Check out their site for pickup/dropoff locations.
Happy Cab
1000 Oak StTaxi service.
Leisure Limousine and Sedan
2137 Magnum CirAirport transfers and special occasion transportation
Transportation for our elderly, disabled and visually impaired guests.
Transport Plus of Lincoln, Inc.
2004 SW 5th StTransportation for our elderly, disabled and visually impaired guests.
OMALINK
5335 N 57th StAirport shuttle service
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
4601 O StCar rental agency
Emergency Details
Here is a quick list of where to get medical attention in case of an emergency.
Bryan West Medical Plaza
2222 S 16th StGreat hospital. About a 7 minute drive.
CHI Health St. Elizabeth
555 S 70th St Catholic hospital. 11 minute drive.
Nebraska Family Dentistry: South Lincoln Family Dentistry
2121 S 70th StEmergency dental work.
CVS Pharmacy
2755 S 48th StPharmacy and drugstore. 3 minute drive.
Walgreens
815 N 27th StPharmacy and drugstore. 4 minute drive.