Excellent French Dip! The meat was perfect and generous. The dip juice was beefy and not too salty. The bun was Amazing!! Fast service Neat old building - lots of character read more

The Keeping Room - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

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This restaurant is a real gem. I am thrilled that my sister recommended we stop here for lunch yesterday. The greeting was warm and friendly from Robyn our server. The soup yesterday was a (sweet potato chowder) with big chunks of perfectly cooked sweet potato surrounded by home grown sweet corn, celery and sausage. It was fantastic. I had the chicken salad sandwich, my wife and very nice salad and my sister had the Thai wrap. All were amazing,. This wonderful spot has incredible desserts as well with very generous portions. The carrot cake and homemade vanilla ice cream was off the charts. Easy street parking make it easy and very much worth driving 50 miles to experience. We will plan on coming through Nebraska City at lunch time so that we can return soon I hope. read more

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Great service - fast & friendly. Concise but adequate menu. Great food. "[Enter] through the gift shop." Nice merchandise in the adjacent shop. read more

What an odd experience. The shop is lovely and the restaurant's servingware is truly joyful and tasteful. The place was packed, so we hoped we had found some good food. Instead, we got service with a sneer. We have a suspicion that we were treated poorly because we look different from everybody else there. If that had been the case and their food was good, I wouldn't have left a review. It wasn't. The enchiladas were the better item. They and the rice were dry. The entire plate was flavorless, but edible and filling. It wasn't worth the cost. The French Dip was the most poorly executed example of that sandwich we had ever seen. The beef was simply packaged deli beef and was in no way prepared with any of the seasonings a French Dip should have. The au jus was similarly an unprepared beef broth, which lacked even salt. We're pretty sure the cheese was American-style single slice Swiss because it fully melted. The bread was excellent, but wasted on such a poorly prepared sandwich. At no point did anybody ask how our meal was and we felt like we were rushed out. They have no vegetarian options for those who might care. If you're in town for an art walk or something, skip this place. read more

The Keeping Room - Bad French Dip - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

My girlfriend got me going to this place it's a nice looking building and the food is better than I initially expected they have tremendous fries awesome salads sandwiches and of course dessert the drinks were great too I can have a Michelob ultra at noon and not feel guilty lol friendly staff and great service always a plus they even host live music from time to time which i enjoyed if you're looking for a spot to have a great sandwich and salad this is the place it also great for business meetings and seminars a great place to have a nice lunch and still make it back to work we definitely recommend the keeping room it's a meal you can bet you'll never regret read more

The Keeping room unfortunately both the boutique and restaurant is not set up for anyone with Mobility issues. Example I use a walker and couldn't make it through between the aisles. Everything was too close to safely maneuver around. Including the restaurant which had chairs that were too close to each other that made it difficult to walk around if you have mobility issues. I used to enjoy coming to the keeping room, but due to mobility issues, I have not been there for a long place to go, but if you have mobility issues, you might as well forget visiting and shopping both boutique and restaurant. It definitely would not be wheelchair accessible for those of to get around.. its definitely not compatible for Anyone who wants to Shop or Dine at the Keeping Room. read more

I recommend the home made coconut pie and bread pudding. The ambiance is lovely. The chicken salad sandwich on croissant was huge. Not exactly tea sandwich size. When we visited, we thought the service was more proud than actually serving. Not much tea to choose from. But then, maybe it's not a tea place after all. read more

Yelp reviews led us to downtown Nebraska City and the Keeping Room. It's situated in a charming older building that adds character to the dining experience. The place is well-maintained, offers good service, and serves delicious breakfast and lunch options at reasonable prices. During our visit, we had their apple sangria. We highly recommend it! read more

If you're looking for a great spacious environment that serves up delicious food for lunch, this is it. The building itself is so charming and the food is simple, but very fresh and flavorful. My husband ordered the French dip and I had the crispy chicken sandwich... both so good! The desserts were rich and delectable. I got the bread pudding and my husband the molten chocolate cake. We loved everything! read more

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Service was really bizarre, they seemed not to want me there. However, I can forgive that if the food were spectacular. I do appreciate the limited menu. I expected everything to be local (it is farm country) and excellent (given the review on here). There were two pizzas on the menu and two sandwiches. I had just been on a hike, so I selected the BBQ chicken pizza. It came out and looked like it had been cooked in a toaster oven. The ingredients were slightly cool: chicken, bbq sauce, red onions (hardly cooked), and cheddar cheese. Not enough to send it back but nothing remarkable. The store was a hodgepodge of seasonal decorations, with most things emblazoned with some trite platitude about "home." Some of the antiques used as displays were nice, but the upstairs was like a bad garage sale. read more

The Keeping Room - BBQ chicken pizza - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

Amazing food, service, and ambience. A as fem in Nebraska City. Be sure to get dessert! read more

Lovely place to get some lunch while in downtown. Great unique offerings. I had lobster Mac & cheese & an Italian salad. Everything was delicious. read more

I spent my teenage years in Nebraska City, and there was nothing like the Keeping Room there when I was growing up. The food at the Keeping Room is unique in the area, inventive and tasty. I had three lunches there during my visit (I probably would have gone back again if I could have), and each time I was served a great meal. Probably my favorite was a large lavash cracker with grilled cherry tomato halves, mozzarella cheese, basil, and a balsamic vinegar drizzle. It was delicious, beautiful, and fresh, but also satisfying. And their more traditional desserts are super. The bread pudding is especially delicious, if that's your thing... if not, the pies are superb. The service is solid, friendly in a no-nonsense kind of way, and completely efficient. Generous with the tea and coffee as well. Make it a special lunch! read more

The Keeping Room - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

Very nice spot to eat lunch in Nebraska City. The outside dining was perfect for us to have our two pups with us. The service was wonderful! I ordered an Asian chicken salad - it was good but lacking on the chicken portion. Good or bad ? It left room for house made bread pudding which was wonderful! A bit pricey for two for lunch ..... read more

Wonderful, warm, welcoming atmosphere. Delicious, fresh-ingredient food. My Apple chicken salad was delicious, and the French dip sandwich my husband had was packed full of meat and so tasty. Friendly staff and owner. Highly recommend for anyone desiring a lovely meal. read more

Quaint establishment, very comfortable. Several reviews commented on the food but my trip led to some outstanding Apple Sangria along with their apple pie ala mode. OMG if you're in Nebraska City put this establishment on your list. read more

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I had the tacos they were ok my husband got the special Quiche peach cinnamon roll and fresh fruit it was excellent

Cute place with great food and service. We will be back! Thanks for the awesome experience! read more

What a cute downtown cafe. I enjoyed shopping in the store and walked away with about 5 new things for my house and gifts for my kids after eating lunch. I had the power Greek salad with crab cake and it was delicious! read more

The Keeping Room - Power Greek salad with crab cake - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

What a charming downtown cafe complete with exposed brick, delicious food, and that "welcoming small-town feel" staff! Sandwiches, salads, soup, drinks, & desserts. Try the Asian salad with house-made dressing or the Thai flatbread. Don't forget the apple sangria! With the cinnamon sugar rim you'll think you're eating apple pie. Yummmm! After your meal check out two levels of boutique shopping with women's fashion & home decor. read more

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Great shop for gifts! Shop while they make your foods They have super cute decorations also!

Enjoyed a wonderful chicken salad on croissant with an even better pasta salad. Ended dinner with bread pudding that includes cream on the bottom, bread pudding topped with pecans and a bourbon(?) sauce. Best. Bread pudding. Ever. Women working here are so sweet! read more

Everything on the menu is of the highest quality. Some serious TLC goes into everything. PLEASE order dessert. I am begging you. Any dessert will be great. The carrot cake is the best I've ever had in my life, and I'm a carrot cake snob. The staff is super friendly. This place just feels like home! read more

Glad we stopped after going to Arbor Day Farm. Wonderful quaint atmosphere. Food good Staff attentive. They have PIE!! So worth it!! Didn't like the carrot cake. read more

We came here after a hot day of playing at Treetop Adventure. It felt good to support a local business. The shop inside is cute with lots of stuff for sale. We got a few different entrees to share for lunch between us and the kids. The sandwiches were good, but nothing earth shatteringly delicious. I think I was expecting a tea room experience with out of this world food and this didn't deliver that. However the staff was pleasant and accommodating (during COVID). read more

Super friendly service, excellent food, and even better desserts. Connected to an adorable boutique. Came in for lunch and ended up staying well over an hour! read more

Delicious food in a quaint atmosphere. Great place to stop for dessert too! You can walk around and shop while you wait for your food. read more

The Keeping Room - Apple praline pie - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

Really, four and a half. This is a great little find in Nebraska city and an easy trip off of Interstate 29. The ladies who run this place give you great service. I had a French Dip sandwich, a delicious '70's relic that still tastes great. Dessert. Cherry pie that is clearly homemade, steaming, with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was fragrant and beautiful. So, sit for a spell, and enjoy some great food with some friendly people. read more

Super cute downtown cafe. Attached to the cafe is a home decor shop and clothing boutique. Charming farmhouse decor and antiques. Exceptionally clean--I even let my baby crawl in the floor it was so clean. (Don't judge me. Lots of driving today). Anyway, I had the quiche which was perfect. Served with fruit and bread pudding. My husband had the Greek salad with a crab cake. It was excellent and very fresh. Great tasting with the house made dressing. Generous portions. Will definitely be back when we are passing thru NC again! read more

Great spot, found using Yelp. Good home cooking with extraordinary service. We will be back! read more

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Great place for lunch by yourself or in a group. Brisket sliders were great. Potato salad was a little heavy on the onions but still tasty. read more

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The Keeping Room is a gem. Flavorful, fresh food and friendly service. If you're considering a great spot to get a bite, highly recommend.

Beautiful store - very well merchandised. Each room was a lovely vignette with thoughtful product placement. Fantastic apparel assortment upstairs. Seating in the dining area was spaced nicely and all employees wore masks. We are from out of town, at Lied Lodge for the weekend. We could've walked around in the store side for over an hour but had another appointment in the afternoon. I only wish they had espresso/coffee drinks. Scooters was the only place in town we could find with espresso in the menu and unfortunately they're heavy with the syrup pumps. Ha! Nonetheless, thank you! read more

The Keeping Room - the front of a building with a christmas wreath on the railing - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

I wanted to do my part to shop small business, so I drove 30 miles to this shop. I picked out over $100.00 worth of merchandise, and I stood at the cash register for over 15 minutes, but couldn't get anyone to check me out. I stood in the store and made eye contact with the shop owner and thought she was coming to check me out. I'm guessing that the restaurant side of the shop was way more important, because I never was acknowledged. So glad that I drove 30 miles just to be ignored and you wonder why people don't do small business shopping. read more

They serve the best chicken salad sandwich! The ginger peach tea was great as well. It is not only a restaurant but also a boutique that provides great stuff. I live in Lincoln but I will definitely go back to Nebraska City just for this great retaurant. read more

The Keeping Room - Chicken salad sandwich - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

We had salads and everyone enjoyed their food. I especially liked the the Roquefort Pear salad. The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and tart. read more

The Keeping Room - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

This is the place. Great wine and beer selection The food menu changes and has daily specials. And the food is outstanding Number 1 menu is chicken salad sandwich Then you have to have a piece of pie Homemade coconut cream pie Wife had chocolate cream pie Outstanding Decorations is very very nice anything you need to make your home special read more

Homemade chili was amazing along with the chicken salad sandwich. Comfortable tea room environment with friendly staff and healthy portions. Highly recommended! Also has a cute gift shop that my wife loved! read more

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My fiancé and I stopped by here for lunch. He had the muffuletta and I had the pear salad. I didn't try his sandwich but it looked tasty. My salad was amazingly good and fresh. Our waitress was prompt and polite. I definitely recommend eating at this spot! read more

The Keeping Room - Desserts Near Me - Nebraska City, Nebraska

What a find! Road tripping and we got hungry before our final destination. Cruised up and down the new drag and old main drag in the rain...and couldn't identify what might be good for lunch. Yelp helped us out by locating this place! We all had a lunch special. The soup of the day, Chicken in Wild Rice, was amazing. Loved the ham and cheese panini. All the desserts are homemade on site. The pie crust on the coconut cream was flaky. I've had the best coconut cream pie in America (Dover KS Somerset Cafe) and this is a very close competitor. Everything was served on pretty Polish pottery. So special. Great atmosphere in this historical building with roomy tables. This will definitely be our plan for lunch next roadtrip to Lincoln. BTW - The store next door has great items to look over while waiting on your meal. read more