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10 Best Brunch Restaurants In Lincoln
Compare ten review-based brunch candidates in Lincoln and nearby, with separate source ratings, review counts, prices, and links to menus. Source coverage varies; confirm current brunch service before visiting.
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The Top 10 Brunch Spots In Lincoln
A review-based shortlist.
Separate platform ratings. Coverage varies.
01 / Downtown
The Green Gateau
Casual French & American bistro. Casually elegant European-inspired bistro serving French & American food & also a popular brunch.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
330 S 10th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
02 / Lincoln
Penelope's Lil' Cafe
Penelope's Lil' Cafe offers american dining in Lincoln at 4724 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68506. Explore the restaurant page for visit details and check the current brunch menu before booking.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
4724 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68506
03 / East Campus
Cultiva East Campus
Cultiva East Campus offers brunch dining in East Campus at 3535 Holdrege St #130, Lincoln, NE 68503. Explore the restaurant page for visit details and check the current brunch menu before booking.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
3535 Holdrege St #130, Lincoln, NE 68503
04 / Lincoln
The Hub Cafe
Farm-to-fork eats in relaxed surrounds. Clever cafe fare with locally sourced ingredients served with coffee in a chill, convivial setting.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
250 N 21st St #3, Lincoln, NE 68503
05 / South Salt Creek
Fleetwood
Fleetwood is listed at 801 O St Apt 100, Lincoln, NE 68508. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
801 O St Apt 100, Lincoln, NE 68508
06 / Lincoln
Toast
Coffeehouse, eatery & lounge all in one. Casual haunt offering espresso beverages, American cuisine & a full bar, from morning to night.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
570 Fallbrook Blvd #105, Lincoln, NE 68521
07 / Downtown
Early Bird Lincoln
Early Bird Lincoln is listed at 1900 K St Ste 180, Lincoln, NE 68510. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
1900 K St Ste 180, Lincoln, NE 68510
08 / Irvingdale
L's Kitchen
L's Kitchen is listed at 2785 S 17th St, Lincoln, NE 68502. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
2785 S 17th St, Lincoln, NE 68502
09 / Downtown
Sultan's Kite
Humble hub for Mediterranean street food. Falafel, gyros & other Mediterranean treats are offered at this chill counter-serve establishment.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
1309 O St, Lincoln, NE 68508
10 / Downtown
Show Stoppers Family Dining & Entertainment
Show Stoppers Family Dining & Entertainment is listed at 2077 N St Ste 100, Lincoln, NE 68510. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
2077 N St Ste 100, Lincoln, NE 68510
AT A GLANCE
Find Your Kind Of Brunch.
Compare the shortlist before you go.
01 / The Green Gateau
Downtown · Restaurant
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗02 / Penelope's Lil' Cafe
Lincoln · American
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗03 / Cultiva East Campus
East Campus · Brunch
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗04 / The Hub Cafe
Lincoln · Brunch
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗05 / Fleetwood
South Salt Creek · Restaurant
2 of 3 rating platforms
Directions ↗06 / Toast
Lincoln · American
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗07 / Early Bird Lincoln
Downtown · Breakfast
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗08 / L's Kitchen
Irvingdale · Restaurant
1 of 3 rating platforms
Directions ↗09 / Sultan's Kite
Downtown · Mediterranean
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗10 / Show Stoppers Family Dining & Entertainment
Downtown · Brunch
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗| Restaurant | Area | Type | Yelp | TripAdvisor | Plan your visit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01The Green Gateau | Downtown | Restaurant | 4.5 / 5 1,883 reviews | — | 4.5 / 5 775 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 02Penelope's Lil' Cafe | Lincoln | American | 4.6 / 5 1,381 reviews | — | 4.3 / 5 37 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 03Cultiva East Campus | East Campus | Brunch | 4.5 / 5 535 reviews | — | 3.9 / 5 17 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 04The Hub Cafe | Lincoln | Brunch | 4.4 / 5 997 reviews | — | 4.3 / 5 49 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 05Fleetwood | South Salt Creek | Restaurant | 4.4 / 5 308 reviews | — | 3.8 / 5 4 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 06Toast | Lincoln | American | 4.4 / 5 1,827 reviews | — | 4.1 / 5 127 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 07Early Bird Lincoln | Downtown | Breakfast | 4.0 / 5 466 reviews | — | 5.0 / 5 2 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 08L's Kitchen | Irvingdale | Restaurant | 4.9 / 5 278 reviews | — | — | Map ↗ |
| 09Sultan's Kite | Downtown | Mediterranean | 4.7 / 5 1,928 reviews | — | — | Map ↗ |
| 10Show Stoppers Family Dining & Entertainment | Downtown | Brunch | 4.7 / 5 1,585 reviews | — | — | Map ↗ |
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