Whether you're visiting the Cornhusker State for the first time or you're a local foodie who likes to try it all, we've rounded up some of Lincoln's local restaurant chains you'll definitely want to experience for yourself.
Local restaurant chains that are in Lincoln and the greater state of Nebraska
Honest Abe's: Burgers + Freedom-Welcome to the home of tasty beef, soft buns, and a whole lot of gloriously honest food.
The Mill: Coffee and Tea-The Mill Coffee & Tea is a small-batch craft coffee roaster, espresso bar and tea house located in Lincoln, Nebraska since 1975 with five locations.
Sultan's Kite-The Sultan’s Kite offers fresh, authentic Mediterranean food to the people of the Cornhusker state.
Brewsky's-Brewsky's sports grill and bar was born in 1990 and they offer food, beer and lots of sports!
Misty's-Started in 1963, Misty's Restaurant and Lounge has earned votes for Lincoln's Best Prime Rib, Best Steak, Best Place for Dinner and Best Restaurant many times over.
402 Creamery-Small batch, super premium ice cream, made from scratch with delicious monthly flavors.
Taco Inn-Since their first location Downtown, Taco Inn is proud to have been serving Lincoln for over 45 years-with a goal to serve the community with quality food at an affordable price.
Amigos-Since getting our start in Lincoln more than 40 years ago, Amigos has grown to more than 25 locations throughout Nebraska making recipes from scratch for the Mexican flavors and foods you love – from tacos, burritos, and nachos to our famous ranch, fresh salsas and so much more.
DaVinci's-The Knudson family opened their first restaurant in April of 1978 – Pontillo’s Pizzeria, located at 13th & Q in downtown Lincoln. Pontillo’s Pizzeria was the beginning of a growing restaurant business, leading to daVinci’s five Lincoln locations.
Runza- Runza started in Lincoln, Nebraska, then expanded throughout the state and into some neighboring states. The Runza® Sandwich features fresh-baked bread stuffed with ground beef, onions, their secret blend of spices, and cabbage.
The Cookie Company-The Cookie Company is a family owned business that takes pride in producing homemade, delicious cookies.
Yia Yia's: Pizza and Beer-Head to Yia Yia's for great pizza!
Don and Millie's-Starting in Omaha in 1989, Don & Millie's has grown over the years. Locally owned and locally managed specializing in burgers!
Lazlo's-In 1991, Lazlo’s Brewery & Grill opened in Lincoln’s Historic Haymarket District, bringing Nebraska its first restaurant-and-brewery, or brewpub. My personal favorite are their onion rings!
D'Leon's Mexican Food-D'Leon's is a family-owned Mexican restaurant that started with it's first location on West O as the only 24-hour drive through in Lincoln, Nebraska. Don't let the drive thru window mislead you though! None of their food is precooked. They are a Mexican Food Restaurant serving freshly prepared meals everyday.
Juice Stop-Are you looking for a healthy treat? Juice Stop serves the highest quality products because to be the best you need to serve the best.
Mr. Hui's-Mr Hu'is and Mr Hui's 2 offers authentic Chinese cooking
The Oven-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.
Scoops-Locally owned ice cream shop featuring Ashbys premium ice creams, Snowflakes shaved ice & more. My favorite part about this ice cream store? It is cube-shaped!
Are we missing a local chain? Email us and we will add it! marym@macaronikid.com. Big thanks to Sara, Julie and Avery who helped me with this list (they know their local chains)!
