Nebraska Official State Travel Guide - The Official 2021 Not-At-All What You Thought State Travel Guide

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2020-12-31 06:48:44

YOUR MOUTH WILL THANK YOU

BENSON BREWERY, OMAHA Photo courtesy of Arbor Day Farm

Delicious, luscious, scrumptious, savory, exquisite, heavenly, or just plain good. Your taste buds have never been so happy.

LIED LODGE, NEBRASKA CITY Photo courtesy of Nebraska Tourism

COME FOR THE YUM, STAY FOR THE VIEWS

CADDY'S PARKSIDE GRILL AT EUGENE T. MAHONEY STATE PARK

Caddy’s Parkside Grill, located inside the Peter Kiewit Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in Ashland, is a must for any park-goer. Enjoy a day filled with outdoor adventure and then cap your park visit at Caddy’s. Grab a signature drink and sample fantastic food, such as Buffalo chicken poutine, Wisconsin cheese curds and fried pepperoni pizza rolls, while enjoying incredible park vistas.

TIMBERS AT LIED LODGE, WITH VIEWS OF ARBOR DAY FARM

Enjoy a meal at the award-winning Timbers at Lied Lodge while taking in sweeping views of Arbor Day Farm. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this Nebraska City restaurant gives guests a wide-ranging menu to choose from, including stuffed French toast at breakfast, fish tacos for lunch and bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin for dinner – and don’t forget to stop in for Sunday brunch.

MILETTA VISTA WINERY

With internationally acclaimed wines, locally sourced food and astonishing hilltop vineyard views, Miletta Vista Winery in St. Paul is like heaven for your senses. Winery and vineyard staff take pride in the food served, carefully crafting the menu from fresh local ingredients to complement their award-winning wines. Try the perfect food pairing for your favorite wine while taking in the beautiful surrounding landscape.

1912

Head to 1912’s rooftop bar for craft drinks and scenic views of Omaha. The menu features bar staples like burgers and wings and over 40 beer options. You can also come in on Sundays for brunch favorites. Stop by for drinks and tasty bites at this popular rooftop hangout.

WILDERNESS RIDGE

Juicy burgers, sizzling skillets and homemade pasta – these are just a few of the delicious entrees you can enjoy in the rustic lodge setting of Wilderness Ridge in Lincoln. Sit back, relax and take in the scenery on a 9,000-square-foot deck overlooking the 18-hole golf course. With live music on weekends and Sunday brunch, Wilderness Ridge is a can’t-miss dining experience.

WILDERNESS RIDGE, LINCOLN

NIOBRARA STATE PARK BUFFALO COOKOUTS

From cowboy poets to storytellers, discover Old West history and local heritage at the Buffalo Cookouts at Niobrara State Park in Niobrara. Take in the sights and sounds of the park and the Niobrara and Missouri Rivers, while eating fresh food right off the grill. Held on Saturdays throughout the summer months, you won’t want to miss these fun-filled cookouts.

OLD MARKET, OMAHA

FORT ROBINSON STATE PARK RESTAURANT

Head to Fort Robinson State Park in Crawford for swimming, trout fishing, historic tours, golf and all kinds of recreation opportunities. Then stop by the park’s on-site restaurant and dine among 22,000 acres of Pine Ridge scenery. This beautiful landscape, filled with Old West history, buffalo herds and stagecoaches, is truly a sight to see.


“One of the best restaurants in the Midwest.” – Doug Little on Omaha’s The Grey Plume, via Facebook


MURDOS ATEN RESORT

From strawberry salad to Buffalo chicken mac ’n’ cheese, Murdo’s Aten Resort in Crofton offers an eclectic menu with steaks, burgers, signature sandwiches and specialty fish entrées. The restaurant is located right on the banks of the Missouri River, giving you incredible views while you dig in to their delicious food.

KAHILL’S CHOPHOUSE, SOUTH SIOUX CITY Photo courtesy of Visit Omaha, Nebraska Tourism

KAHILL'S CHOPHOUSE

If you’re looking for more scenic views of the Missouri River, then head to Kahill’s Chophouse in South Sioux City. Along with its stunning scenery, you can enjoy prime steaks, fresh seafood and an extensive wine list. The pan-seared ahi tuna is a hit with seafood lovers, while meat-eaters won’t be able to get enough of Kahill’s succulent prime steaks.

PALS BREWING COMPANY, NORTH PLATTE Photo courtesy of Visit Omaha, Nebraska Tourism

THE PRAIRIE CLUB

From May to October, The Prairie Club offers world-class golf, luxury accommodations and Nebraska-inspired meals in a beautiful setting just south of Valentine. Enjoy home-style food and locally-sourced beef in The Canyon Room, named after the spectacular views overlooking the Snake River canyon. Finish with a drink at the coppertop bar in The Caprock Lounge.

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!Soooo NOT BORING:

Head to Pals Brewing Company in North Platte for great food, brews, tours, events . . . and even overnight accommodations!

WHO SAID THERE'S NOTHING TO DO HERE?

FEB

ULTIMATE BEERFEST

Omaha

Ultimate Beerfest is a brew paradise. Sample rare and seasonal beers from around the nation.

TASTE OF OMAHA, OMAHA Photo courtesy of Visit Omaha, Nebraska Tourism

MAY

TASTE OF OMAHA

Omaha

At Taste of Omaha, you can try a variety of fare from Omaha’s best restaurants.

SUMMER & FALL

FAIR FARE

Statewide

Donuts, BBQ and frozen treats – fairs across the state take their food seriously!

WHISPERING PINES BED & BREAKFAST, NEBRASKA CITY Photo courtesy of Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast

WAY MORE THAN ROOM SERVICE

Looking for lodging that features fantastic food? Here are a few Nebraska accommodations that serve delicious meals, too.

DINE & DWELL

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SLATTERY ESTATES

Go glamping at Nehawka’s Slattery Vintage Estates. Sample wines and charcuterie and stay the night in yurt-style bungalows.

Photo courtesy of Boitano’s Lounge

BOITANO'S LOUNGE

At The Kindler Hotel in Lincoln, grab dinner or a nightcap at Boitano’s Lounge, developed by Olympian and Food Network star Brian Boitano.

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THE COMMITTEE CHOPHOUSE

Enjoy tender aged beef or tableside-made dishes such as Caesar salad and Baked Alaska at The Committee Chophouse inside the newly revitalized Cottonwood Hotel in Omaha.

Photo courtesy of Visit Omaha

BURCHELL'S WHITE HILL FARMHOUSE RESTAURANT

Whether you’re staying at the inn or just stopping in for a meal, you’ll love the country charm at Burchell’s White Hill Farmhouse Restaurant in Minden.

Photo courtesy of Rick Neibel

THE BALCONY HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST

Relax in a peaceful, rural setting at this Imperial stop. Then wake up and enjoy a mouthwatering homemade breakfast at The Balcony House Bed & Breakfast.

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