A list of places I recommend in Lincoln NE. I’ve lived here my whole life and have been pretty much everywhere there is to go. Outdoors, shopping, and all the yummy findsHere’s what I recommend!
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
Beautiful scenery, great for going on long walks around the lake, fishing, or using the playground for young ones
Holmes Lake Park - Lincoln.ne.gov
So much to see and get, vendors of all kinds and plenty of tasty treats and drinks to eat while you browse
Farmers Market | Historic Haymarket - Downtown Lincoln Association
Really nice local bait and fishing gear store that has literally anything you need! Poles, hooks, lines, baits galore. Live bait, frozen baits, bagged baits you name it. Plus the workers are great with assisting you in finding what you need for your ...
Wolf Tackle Shop – Serving the fishing community in Nebraska ...
Restaurants
Beautiful space with both sweet treats and savory tacos and elote snacks. So many options to choose from there really is something for everyone
Neveria La Monarca
My favorite local restaurant, great food and drinks. Get the creamy garlic sauce always
Lazlo's Brewery and Grill
A Lincoln classic, the cheese pull on the pizzas go crazy. The restaurant on N 27th st has a beautiful seating area complete with a water fountain. Like a little slice of Italy in the heart of Lincoln. Also famous for their sandwiches, there’s someth...
daVinci's Restaurants | Lincoln, Nebraska
Great local bar and grill, food never misses and service is always great 😊
Down The Hatch Bar & Grill
Other Food & Drinks
Beautiful retro lounge vibes and an extensive menu of sophisticated drinks. The martinis are fantastic and endless choices
Starlite Lounge (@starliteloungelnk) · Lincoln, NE - Instagram
Hands down best shaved ice in town. No comparison. So many flavors to choose from, add ins such as sour, and cream drizzles to add a little something. Never tried a flavor in there I don’t like, but candy apple and Bahama mama will always be my go to
Snow Rush
Hometown ice cream truck, with cones, floats, sundaes and so much more! Krunch Cone will always be my go to, and kiddos love the root beer floats. Cash only so be sure to grab some before heading over!
C & L Dairy Sweet
Local Favorites
Beautiful local bookstore, plus kitties you can spend time with. Can’t get much better than that
Sower Books
Best ice cream in Lincoln, if not the whole Midwest haha. Homemade churned ice cream in an assortment of interesting flavors as well as a solid base flavors. Handmade waffle cones are a must here. I recommend the cinnamon ice cream, it’s my favorite....
Ivanna Cone
Choose your pottery, pick your paints, and get creative! Come back in a week and it’s a shiny piece of memorabilia. So much fun for birthday parties, family outing or even some solo time. Paint Yourself Silly!
Paint Yourself Silly
Another beautiful local bookstore, with new and used books for sale! Lots of great finds with new additions every week! Be sure to keep an eye on their socials for new arrivals and can place holds as well!
Best inflatable rental business in the Lincoln area! Fun options, great pricing, and great communication. They do all the set up and tear down for you, your only job is to have fun!
Premier Bounce and Rentals - Bounce House, Party Rentals
Next to the Sower Books Store, be sure to stop in here and check everything out. So many vinyl options, speakers and more. And if they don’t have the one you’re looking for, fill out a slip at the front desk and they’ll do their best to get it for ya...