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The Best Late Night Eats in Downtown Lincoln


Hungry after midnight? Here's a list of every place downtown that's staying open until the wee hours of the morning just for you. 

 

Daily Nebraskan

Ali Baba Gyros

Downtown Lincoln's no-frills spot for Greek gyros and other Mediterranean dishes. Conveniently located on 14th and O, stop in for friendly service and hefty portions. 

WHERE 

112 N. 14th St.

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

M - F 10:30 AM - 1:30 AM

Fri - Sat 10:30 AM - 2:30 AM

 

Amigos / Kings Classic

The Nebraska-based Mexican/American fast food joint is a staple downtown. Where else can you dip your burrito in ranch dressing? 

WHERE 

1411 Q Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

M - Sat 6 AM - 2 AM

Sunday 8 AM - 2 AM

 

C. Berry's

A late night Lincoln holy grail, if your holy grail is waffle fries doused in nacho cheese and pulled pork. C. Berry's small space can get crowded on a late night when filled with weekend warriors, but service is quick and waiting in line is well worth the wait. While they're open to the downtown lunch crowd on weekdays, nothing beats C. Berry's BBQ after midnight. 

WHERE 

1422 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Sat - Sun 12 - 3 AM

 

D.P. Dough's

D.P. Dough's specializes in one particular late night food: the calzone. Fresh baked to order, choose from over 30 ingredients to create your dream one until 4 a.m.

WHERE 

1422 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Sat - Sun 12 - 3 AM

 

Domino's Pizza

The classic pizza chain is conveniently located downtown for delivery or pickup until 3 a.m. on weekends. 

WHERE 

1230 P Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

M - Th 10 AM- 2 AM

Fri - Sat 10 AM - 3 AM

Sun 10 AM - 2 AM

 

El Cielito Lindo

The only late night authentic Mexican dishes downtown, with quick service and a reasonable price. 

WHERE 

1601 Q Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Fri - Sat 9 AM - 2:30 PM

 

 

 

Fuzzy's Tacos

A fun atmosphere featuring Baja-style burritos, tacos, larger-than-your-face margaritas and occasionally karaoke. 

WHERE 

1442 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Mon - Wed 10 AM - 12 AM

Th - Sat 10 AM - 3 AM

Sun 10:30 AM - 12 AM

 

George's Gourmet Grill

Known for their late-night gyro sandwiches and fried combo plates, Gourmet Grill is a perfect post-bar stop on your way home. 

WHERE 

1400 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Mon - Fri 10 AM - 3 AM

Sat 10 AM - 1 AM

Sun 10 AM - 3 AM

 

HopCat

A music-themed brewpub in the Haymarket with a never ending list of beer on tap and a great selection of food to go along with it. And don't forget the Cosmik Fries. 

WHERE 

601 P Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Mon - Th 11 AM - 12 AM

Fri 11 AM - 2 AM

Sat 11 AM - 2 AM

Sun 10 AM - 12 AM

 

Hurts Donut

Gourmet donuts, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 'Nuff said. 

WHERE 

129 N 10th St #100, in the Grand Manse building

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Open 24/7

 

 

Jimmy John's 

If you need a meal made in 5 minutes or less at 2 a.m., JJ's counter-serve subs always have your back.

WHERE 

101 N 14th Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

M - Wed 10:30 AM - 2 AM

Th - Sat 10:30 AM - 3 AM

Sun 10:30 AM - 2 AM

 

Lazzari's Pizza

We recommend the spicy chicken at this New York-style, downtown pizza joint. 

WHERE 

1434 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Fri - Sat 10 AM - 1 AM

 

 

Old Chicago

The Chicago-style pizza and beer chain serves a late-night menu for evenings in the Haymarket. 

WHERE 

826 P Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

M - Sun 11 AM - 2 AM

 

Papa John's

Pick a pizza up on the way home at this Q Street delivery/takeout spot. 

WHERE 

1601 Q Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

M - Th 10 AM - 12 AM

Fri - Sat 10 AM - 3 AM

Sun 10 AM - 12 AM

 

Pickleman's

Counter service gourmet toasted subs, pizza, and salads. 

WHERE 

1442 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Mon - Wed 10 AM - 2 AM

Th - Sat 10 AM - 3 AM

Sun 10 AM - 2 AM

 

Raising Cane's 

The menu is simple: crinkle cut fries, Texas toast, coleslaw, and lots of fried chicken. Dip it all in their famous Cane's Sauce to your heart's content. 

WHERE 

201 N 14th Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Th - Sat 10:30 AM - 3:30 AM

 

 

 

Sultan's Kite 

Yet another great option for late night falafel, gyros & other Mediterranean cuisine in a chill atmosphere with hefty portions. Every downtown Lincoln gyro spot puts their own tasty spin on the dish, though, and Sultan's Kite is no exception. 

WHERE 

1311 O Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Fri - Sat 10:30 AM - 2:30 AM

 

Lincoln Journal Star

Toppers Pizza

To wrap up downtown's long list of downtown pizza joints, Toppers Pizza offers their own mouth-watering take on 'za. If you're looking for unique, customizable flavors and thick crusts, they'll "top" the list (sorry, we couldn't resist the pun.) 

WHERE 

1226 P Street

LATE NIGHT HOURS 

Mon - Sun 10:30 AM - 3 AM