Best Casual Restaurants in Lincoln

19 restaurants available nearby

1. DISH Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1039)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lincoln

Booked 16 times today

For parties of more than 6 people, please call the restaurant, 402-475-9475.Contemporary Cocktails. Elevated Cuisine.DISH is an upscale New American restaurant in the heart of downtown Lincoln. We strive to provide an unmatched dining experience from start to finish. Our dedication to our guests shines through our fresh and diverse dining menu; creative, handcrafted cocktails; and professional and knowledgeable service staff. Join us for luncheons, romantic date nights, celebrations, or even a quick snack on the way to a show. We are here to make every occasion even more memorable.

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2. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Haymarket

4.7

Exceptional(106)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Lincoln

Booked 33 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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3. JTK Cuisine & Cocktails

4.5

Awesome(682)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Lincoln

Booked 6 times today

JTK is an upscale restaurant located in the Historic Haymarket where we strive to be a truly unique restaurant for the City of Lincoln. Our goal is to provide our guests the ultimate dining experience through exceptional food, superior service and an award winning wine list.

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4. HopCat - Lincoln, NE

4.5

Awesome(35)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln

Booked 6 times today

Our first foray into Nebraska is located near the Pinnacle Bank Arena in West Haymarket. We're not a sports bar, but we love sports. Want to watch the game? We've got you covered with 52-inch TVs viewable from most seats. Don't want to watch the game? That's cool too. We keep our music on (almost) all the time. Husker games are the big exception to that rule.HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options. We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable

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5. Piedmont Bistro by Venue

4.7

Exceptional(1613)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Lincoln

Booked 35 times today

With amazing people, astonishing local food, and outstanding service, the Piedmont Bistro by Venue is the neighborhood favorite you can trust and love. Serving everything from breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner, step inside our welcoming dining room or join us in our full service bar for a genuine neighborhood experience.

6. Single Barrel

4.4

Awesome(549)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincoln

Booked 2 times today

The Single Barrel: A Nebraska Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar!The Single Barrel is now located inside Graduate Hotel in Downtown Lincoln Nebraska! Same great Steaks and Bourbon as before...just a block West of our "old" location! Now serving a breakfast buffet 7 days a week!The Single Barrel Bourbon Bar, honored by the Bourbon Review as one of the 100 Best Bourbon Bars in America, offers over 100 different bourbons and whiskies from around the world. We also serve expertly crafted classic cocktails and all of your favorite Nebraska brews!We have plenty of space to accommodate large events, from receptions to company parties. For more information on bookings and events, email inquiries to info@thesinglebarrel.com or visit thesinglebarrel.com for information about upcoming events.

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7. Screamers Family Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(462)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Lincoln

Booked 15 times today

Screamers Family Restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska, offers a delightful dining experience for the whole family. With a unique blend of mouthwatering dishes and engaging live entertainment, this vibrant eatery promises fun for everyone. Enjoy a diverse menu featuring classic comfort food and innovative culinary creations, while talented singers entertain you with their captivating performances. Screamers is more than just a restaurant-it's an entertainment hub where family and friends can gather to create lasting memories. Perfect for celebrations or a casual night out, Screamers Family Restaurant guarantees a memorable dining adventure in the heart of Lincoln.

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8. The Oven - Downtown

4.8

Exceptional(515)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Lincoln

Booked 24 times today

The first Oven Restaurant, located in the heart of downtown Lincoln, has been around since 1988 and owned/operated by a dedicated family of chefs who have been creating Indian cuisine for over twenty seven years. The Oven Restaurants specialize in Northern Indian Cuisine which is known for its rich colors, flavor profiles and a unique style of cooking in a clay oven, called the Tandoor. Chicken, shrimp and lamb marinate for several hours in a yogurt and spice mixture and placed on skewers while various breads are being hand made by our chefs fresh each day. The skewers and breads are then placed in the tandoor over an open flame where breads are cooked to perfection and the rich flavors are sealed in to ensure tenderness and quality of the meat. Whether you enjoy the historic Haymarket atmosphere to the relaxed vibe of the Cellar, we have what you want!

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9. Miracle at Robbers Cave

4.0

Excellent(61)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln

Booked 33 times today

A Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar offering seasonal drinks in a festive setting.

10. Well & Good

3.8

Excellent(188)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lincoln

Booked 14 times today

WELL & GOOD. Homestyle Cooking. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.Well & Good stays true to the homestyle cooking of Nebraska legends, while serving up refined taste to exceed the expectations of the modern traveler. Students will be reminded of home; global guests will experience vast Good Life flavor. Both will take comfort in knowing they're being taken care of with true Midwest hospitality.Classy casual. Wear your table manners. Stay the whole night.

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Matt
Nebraska •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Like all Blue locations, the music is too loud. The food and service were excellent and we had a nice meal.
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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - HaymarketPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Lincoln
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4.7
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Emalea
Nebraska •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great dining experience all around. Love using OpenTable also to reserve a table before arriving at the resturant.
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Piedmont Bistro by VenuePrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Lincoln
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4.7
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tg25
Nebraska •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
Consistently excellent food. Great ambience. Just wish the menu changed occasionally or there were nightly specials.
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JTK Cuisine & CocktailsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Lincoln
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4.5
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Erika
Nebraska •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
Great experience overall! Really good food, service was great, and it was close to PBA for the game. A little on the expensive side but we don't go out often. Fun to see volleyball on TV as well as football!
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HopCat - Lincoln, NEPrice: Moderate• American• Lincoln
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4.5
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Nebraska •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
We had a wonderful experience overall! The food was delicious, though there were a few mismatches between the descriptions and what we received. The server described the egg with the Steak and Eggs as shaved, but we were surprised to receive it sunny side up instead. As for the salmon, while the skin was flavorful and salty, the fish itself was a bit bland and lacked the depth of flavor I was hoping for. On a positive note, the duck was absolutely delicious, and the drinks we ordered were fantastic as well. The staff were great throughout, providing excellent service and adding to the overall positive experience.
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DISH RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lincoln
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4.9

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. DISH Restaurant

2. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Haymarket

3. JTK Cuisine & Cocktails

4. HopCat - Lincoln, NE

5. Piedmont Bistro by Venue

6. Single Barrel

7. Screamers Family Restaurant

8. The Oven - Downtown

9. Miracle at Robbers Cave

10. Well & Good

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