Always the best experience at Crescent Moon! From the made-in-house food options to the local art…read moreon the walls. A visit is made even more fabulous if you go during a poetry or open music night. The service is always terrific and you will probably see someone you know whatever time you make it in. One of the most wonderful coffee shops in town!! The theme menus are brilliant!!! Thank you, Amanda and Team!

Regular street parking in downtown Lincoln…read more They have pastries and stuff. This visit- we came approximately 15 minutes to closing. They politely informed us that they were closing in 15 minutes. It's like a speakeasy in the basement. Really cool! A cafe equivalent of one. They do have wine and beers too. And snacks, pastries too. I will definitely come back. I love the coziness of this place. There are some lounge chairs and a couch available. I got me an iced Chai. It's nice n sweet with a strong cinnamon taste They sometimes have live music too. How cool is this!! Point to note: summer vacation = summer hours. They close at 4 pm in summer as they are usually run by students and have primarily a student clientele. I do believe they are lgbtq+ friendly. I saw the little rainbow stickers. Love it!

The Hub Cafe is a great farm-to-table café with a welcoming atmosphere and quality ingredients…read morethat really stand out. The coffee was very good, and the cappuccino was smooth and well made. I ordered the Savory Breakfast Bowl with local sunny egg, quinoa tabouli, black beans, braised kale, house-made sunflower tahini, citrus ginger carrots, pickled red cabbage, and spicy sambal. The bowl was fresh, flavorful, and filling, with a nice balance of textures and ingredients. We went for lunch to catch up with friends, and it was the perfect place for that. The atmosphere feels relaxed and comfortable for conversation, and the menu has enough variety that everyone can find something they enjoy. Portions were also generous without feeling overly heavy. Service was great. They do offer drinks and cocktails as well, although I did not try them during this visit. Overall, it's a great local spot for brunch or lunch, especially if you enjoy fresh ingredients and a farm-to-table style menu.

This is such a cool little spot to grab brunch or lunch! My husband and I both really enjoyed our…read moremeals, and our server was very kind. I do have to note that the coffee was pretty bad and service was sllllooooooowwww even on a Wednesday morning.

What a cute place it's decorated very cute. The bathroom has pictures or prints of cat sayings…read more The food was fabulous. I had and blueberry muffin that was out of this world and it was so moist and tasty. I wished I had bought more than one because I don't live in Lincoln and it was a stop on the Nebraska passport. The two girls that waited on me were adorable and very friendly. I got a lavender mint lemonade, which didn't really thrill me after I tasted it, but it tasted just like lavender so I got what I paid for. There's also a little cove of seating for books that looked very comfy and cozy. I would highly recommend this place.

The service was excellent. Everyone is so nice to customers. The drinks we ordered were good,…read moreexcept for the hair that I found in my drink. They did remake it and gave me another one for no charge. Some drinks are seasonal. We ordered a croissant sandwich that was wrapped in foil and cold. We didn't ask if they had a microwave to warm it up. Ambiance is 5 stars. They had kid games, including a big Guess Who. If I lived closer I would be here weekly.

As a certified coffee lover, I received so many recommendations in the area. Reactor was mentioned…read moreto me several times. So I had to check it out myself, I'm so glad I did! The inside has a good amount of seating for those who want to relax, study or work. The decor is super fun, I love the high ceilings and art to look at. At first, the barista seemed annoyed lol, but was friendly towards the end. I ordered an iced tiramisu latte, super flavorful! The menu has a large selection, I'll definitely come back to try something new. There is street parking available outside.

This easily became my husband and I's favorite coffee place in Lincoln! The baristas are always so…read morefriendly and it seems like they actually enjoy their job. The vibes are amazing, the atmosphere and decor is killing it, and the coffee and waffles are delicious! The experiment each week is so fun! The only thing is I feel like I'm not cool enough when I go in here.

Come in and try the Berry Blossom Cold Brew. It's so refreshing and has a lovely lavender foam. We…read morealso like the scones; I liked the blueberry lemon and my partner likes the bacon cheddar.

Hidden gem! The interior is beautiful and there's PLENTY of nice seating. The lighting and decor…read moremakes for a calming vibe - feels completely different than the downtown feel of it's location. Perfect for school work and coffee dates. The staff is also great and super friendly. I got the silk latte which was pretty good, I look forward to trying more drinks and food items here!

I haven't met a pastry, cake or pie from the Gratitude Cafe that I didn't truly love. Selection…read moreranges from scones and the ever-popular Breakfast Cookie to brownies, coffee cakes, cookies, pies, and very special treats for the evening customers, including wonderful entrees and die-for desserts. The beverages include Mexican and American sodas, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and local beer and wines. In addition, there is a selection of international clothing and nick-knacks, make-it-at-home food packs from the Women's Bean Project, as well as chips, honey, etc. etc. On Friday and Saturday evenings, there is local music presented by some of Lincoln's finest musicians including Laurie McClain, Dr. John Walker, C. A. Waller, Chris Sayre, and others. Although there is no door charge, a purchase is required to attend so that the venue may continue to host fine artists. On the fourth Saturday of the month, a Writer's Night features excellent local writers in a performance format. Advertised as a "homespun" bakery, the Gratitude Cafe & Bakery makes its customers feel at home, caters to vegetarian tastes, and offers everyone "free hugs." A virtual unknown, this little cafe & bakery was voted among the top five bakeries in Lincoln and is a great local favorite.

The baked goods were absolutely out of this world. Service was also on point and friendly. I would…read moredefinitely recommend and be back whenever I'm in the area.

This place is very popular in Lincoln, Nebraska because of their long history and the shops are…read moreconveniently located everywhere. The cappuccino in my opinion, wasn't wonderful. I ordered a mocha half calf. It was drinkable if you just want caffeine. The café had a lot of seating and some shopping. Something unusual to me was a selection of different kinds of chocolate covered items that you could buy in measurement. Not prepackaged. The location we visited was in Haymarket District downtown. It's been there 45 years. They're baked goods are made downstairs I was told. I tried the coffee cake, which was excellent, but I did not care for the chocolate croissant. It was very tough and very little chocolate. I did like the outside terrace seating which faced the main street of the Haymarket district. It was shaded and very nice breeze went through there on a hot day. I love the experience of the shop and the terrace, but if I'm looking for good the flavor of coffee, I would probably go somewhere else.

We stayed at the hotel across the street and saw this place when we had gone out the night before…read moreto eat, so we had to stop the next morning! The muffin was really good, nice and thick while still being fluffy and soft. I had a dirty chai and it was very hot, so I'll have to remember that for next time! Service was quick for a Friday morning, so that was a great thing too!

Super friendly atmosphere and wonderful customer service...with definite smiles! Cappuccino was…read morefab. If we were staying in the area, we'd visit daily. It was a great way to begin the day's long road trip!

Their pumpkin chai lattes are amazing! Love that they play worship music. Very cute inside and…read morequiet. Perfect coffee shop to study at.

We have been in Lincoln for four days and yet to find a place that served espresso drinks the way I…read morewanted them. And that had a good flavor of coffee. I tried The Mill, it was tolerable. I tried Meadowlark coffee too. It was tolerable, but not good. Being from Kansas City, I did not realize how fortunate I am to have several spots with their own blend of beans, and freshly air roasted beans while you wait. But I'm so glad we stayed an extra day because we came across Cultiva Coffee. It was about 10 minutes from our hotel and it was so worth it. They also had a seasonal crêpe that had strawberries and chocolate ganache. It was so good. No, it was excellent. My husband and I almost fought over the last bite. But we were certainly measuring up the size of the bites. Lol the atmosphere was so cute and original. I absolutely loved it. I took a minute to tell them how much I appreciated them before I left, but I'm also telling you now. In addition to the Coffee, I appreciated the Service. When I ordered, the young lady never made me feel like I needed to hurry with what I was gonna say or that I wanted too many details. I appreciate this as an older person. I get tired of the impatience of young people these days and she was very kind. And the person who made the drink, made it perfectly to my liking. Not too hot to where I had to wait to drink it, but not just warm like it had been cooling off. I admit, I am very critical when it comes to my cappuccino. That's why I make it at home most the time so I can have it the way I want it. So a place that checked all the boxes is rare to me. If you try this place, I hope you have the same experience.

Cultiva coffee is my new favorite coffee and breakfast place in Lincoln! Omg. The coffee quality is…read moreso good. I immediately knew after taking my first sip. I told the barista how I like my coffee, which is strong, iced and sweet. I also told her I was debating between the dirty Barcelona and iced Cuban. She recommended the dirty Barcelona and it did not disappoint. However I will say it was a little too sweet for me. I'll have to try the iced Cuban next time. Nonetheless, the coffee was absolutely delicious. I finished it quickly. In addition to the amazing coffee here, I trulyenjoyed their food!! They specialize in crepes, savory and sweet, omelettes, and pancakes! Don't sleep on their food y'all. I ended up ordering a build -your-own meal which consisted of a bagel, eggs, cream cheese, and three sides; salsa, chipotle mayo and sausage. Let's just say I ate and left no crumbs. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Frfr. My toddler got the apple pie pastry, also a 10 out of 10!! There are board games and coloring pages for kiddos. Plus merchandise and coffee beans available for purchase. There's lots of seating inside and street parking outside. I'm definitely coming back here with more people and plan to spread the word about this amazing spot. 1000 out of 10 recommend. :)

You walk in and feel cozy right away! Beautiful ambiance, great service, and great drinks! The…read moredirty chai made with almond milk =10

I heard only great things about this coffee spot in Lincoln, so I had to check it out for myself…read more For starters, the outside is just as a vibe as inside. Very welcoming and cozy. It is the perfect place to study, work, have a coffee with a friend, relax. There are two floors, both very clean and aesthetically pleasing. I opted for the biscuits and gravy and hot blueberry latte. The coffee was too sweet for me, but the flavor was there. I loved the blueberry syrup, but prefer less next time. I usually get iced, so I'll have to do an iced coffee next time. The biscuits and gravy was so tasty. The barista was very friendly and served us quickly!