Grateful Bread is a Lincoln gem. I have been coming here for years, indulging in the constantly changing menu of vegetarian and vegan soups, mac and cheese, scones and cookies. Occasionally they even have cinnamon rolls but get there early because they are to die for and when they're gone, that's it. Staples you can almost always get are the Moroccan tomato soup, chipotle mac and cheese, cheddar cheese scones, and their mouth-wateringly amazing Santa Fe chowder. Typical rotating soups and macs feature Asian and southern flavors prominently, often with curried soups, lentil soups, creole seasonings, and many different cheeses with macaroni. Recently they have branched out into non-soup territory, featuring a biscuits and gravy or rice and beans. Always check Facebook first because they post their menu daily, along with surprise closings. We sometimes like to joke about GB being closed on Monday and Tuesday as "hippie weekend." A line out the door is very common at peak hours but it never seems to take that long. Pricing is amazingly reasonable, less than $10 per person. read more

Closed for summer break. I dont know when summer break starts or ends. Yelp had this place marked as open.

If I had to wish two things of Grateful Bread was to be open always for me to walk in at my leisure to get a helping of some amazing soup/mac and cheese and oh god the cheese scones. The second thing was for me to wish that I carried cash/my checkbook with me when I'm in the mood for it. Those things in mind, I still adore this place. I'm all about supporting local businesses especially small restaurants that serve quality food. I'm so happy this place has such a strong following and understanding customers. I understand the whole not accepting plastic thing. It may change in the future, it may never change. I'm not going to really sweat it. I always get AT LEAST 2 meals when I go there. If I get a bowl of mac and cheese, it's so filling. I'll almost be in agony from my food baby I'm about to have but then still excited that I'll have food saved for later. My personal favorite is the Chipotle Mac & the cheese scones. read more

I love the little quirks of this place. Even if there's a line out the door, the worker will stop what he's doing to change/flip the record. Great vegan option in lincoln. Everything from the soup, to the main courses, to the deserts are always high quality and presented with care. read more

Best soup in Lincoln, and their cheese scones are unbelievable! I have never had a bowl of soup that I didn't absolutely love. And it is made from scratch, not in a microwave. It is so good I tried eating two bowls once. Big mistake. Food coma for the rest of the afternoon! They also had cinnamon buns for a short while that are almost as good as the cheese scones. Bring those back, please! The atmosphere is out of the norm, and, as someone who gets tired of being bombarded with marketing, this place is kind of refreshing, as they stand for the things they believe in as much as they believe in their food. This place is a 'must have' for anyone coming to Lincoln, and craving some unreal comfort food. read more

Everything here is made fresh packed with love. Cookies, scones, mac n cheese and soups are just a taste of the constantly changing menu. I guarantee all the negative reviews are from idiots you'd never hang out with. Food cities like Portland or New York would be lucky to have this place, but fortunately for everyone who enjoys great food, it is in Lincoln. Throw your corporate expectations out the window and enjoy the amazing food ya dingus. read more

I haven't lived in Lincoln for years, but whenever I return for a visit, my first stop is ALWAYS Grateful Bread. The space is wonderfully unique, eclectic, fun, and doesn't take itself too seriously. I usually spend the time I'm waiting in line taking in the hilarious decor, and I find something new every single time. The food? Oh my goodness. A daily rotating menu of soups, mac & cheese, rice bowls, scones, cookies, and brownies, all of which are dreamed up by the Flotree family. The Moroccan Tomato soup is one of the best things I've ever tasted. Ever. This is a true family business. Mother, Father, and Son are the only people I've seen working there (and I've been more times than I even dare admit). The Flotrees are therefore able to run their place just exactly in the way they want. This does mean often having to wait in line while Son serves each person individually, and it does mean that their hours are a little irregular. But they continue to have people (like myself) not only willing, but happy to wait in a line out the door every single day. The experience of Grateful Bread is atypical, but oh is it divine. read more

Great food, good atmosphere. Lose a star for lack of a card reader though I understand it's tough for Mom and pop's to afford card fees. read more

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Why can't you be open always....?! But, maybe if you were, you'd be missing some of that eclectic allure you've so nailed. Vegan chocolate chip cookies that are so good I was texting my husband to get there with the kids after my first bite. First time visitor now in it for the long haul. read more

Great food with erratic hours. Highly recommend calling before you go to ensure they are open, and that they haven't ran out of the food you want. A second option is to check the facebook page. read more

Wow. A place that only offers soup and mac and cheese. And no bread with the soup. And the soup is flavorless. We were very excited to try Grateful Bread after reading all of the fantastic reviews, but were sorely disappointed by our experience today. We had the Greek bean soup and the Hoppin' John, a cheese scone and a brownie. To be fair, the scone and the brownie were fantastic. But the Greek bean soup was absolutely flavorless, even with salt added, as was the Hoppin' John. Both were no better than something that we could make at home. If the only thing that you sell is soup, then it seems like they should be amazing. The decor is eclectic, but doesn't have a real theme. Is it '60s hippie inspired? Is it kitschy kids toys? Is it random things picked up over the years because they seemed cool? Hard to know. One last thing - the 'to stay' bowls were disposable, as were the water cups, which doesn't mesh well with the '60s feel. Not somewhere we will return. read more

Sadly, I have to lower my rating for this place. Any more these days the soup I get here is seriously lacking flavor. Such a disappointment because it used to be amazing. That's not the only issue, they raised their prices and you no longer get a free piece of bread with your soup. A tiny little bowl to go with a scone cost me something like $7.50 and I would compare it to a small appetizer. And what happened to the kick ass brownies?! Last four times I went in they were out of them! read more

Great food. Terrible service/professionalism. We jokingly call them "Soup...if we're open." The kitchy hippy thing is cute until I drive across town to buy scones or pick up lunch only to find out a) they aren't open (during their "regular" business hours) b) they no longer have scones (depends on their whim) or c) they no longer make soup (or sandwiches). All of these scenarios happened. Like I said, their food is great. Their "business model" is embarrassing. Enjoy! (if they're open.) read more

Yum. This cool little soup place is run by a couple and their son. They make THE BEST vegetarian soups from wonderful international recipes. I love the Moroccan Tomato (though it kind of upsets my stomach). Also, the Santa Fe Chowder is fantastic... Really all of their soups are good. Their cheese scones are OUTSTANDING. When you get a bowl of soup, you can choose from a cheese scone, french bread, or a muffin. I submerge bits of my cheese scone in the soup and love it. It's tasty, good for me, and filling. They also have really good cookies and sweet scones, but their brownies are killer, to-die-for... I had a friend living in Belgium, the good chocolate capitol of the world, but she was constantly jones-ing for those brownies. read more

Probably the best place ever!!! All vegetarian soups, but not only that they are the best soups I have ever had! They have Moroccan Tomato soup everyday, but the rest varies (usually 5) vary daily. The baked goods are not only wonderful, but literally everything they make is great! The only problem is that there is sometimes a long wait because people love it so much an you might as well not try an go if it is past 2 pm because everything will be gone. Great, great place! read more

Go with a close friend so you can share things. The food is HUGE, so a bowl of soup will definitely fill you up, which is a shame because it means you can't also have the delicious mac & cheese unless you agree to share. The food is inexpensive, but if you are feeling broke 3 or 4 people could probably split two items, if one of them is the very filling mac & cheese. They post the soups of the day on their Facebook page, so you can browse from work before venturing out. Go early for lunch -- there are only a few tables. Don't be afraid to bring carnivores. Even meat eaters will like it here. Who doesn't like gigantic cinnamon rolls and cheese scones? I only wish GB were still baking the full array of breads they had several years ago. read more

My favorite thing about this place: no matter how busy they are, when the record ends, the cashier will stop what he's doing, and flip it over. Oh, and everything here is delicious. Even the mac and cheese. Worth standing in line for. read more

Forget that it's vegetarian -- it's simply the best soup in town. The complexity of flavors in the Moroccan Tomato makes me weak in the knees every time. Also, the macaroni and cheese -- Chipotle, Blue Cheese, Greek -- is delicious. but quite filling. Buy one and share with a friend. And while I was at first annoyed by the long line, single staff behind the counter, and cash only, I now believe it's all part of its charm. Get there early or late if you want to avoid a 30 minute stand in line. read more

This family business goes on for a long time and i decided to try this place . Menu was simple but really big portion. I liked their soft scone and signature soups. Interesting interior with many different collections. read more

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I've visited here several times. The food is very good - I'd recommend the soup, the baked goods, or the macaroni. The kids are usually very happy with the macaroni as well. The only downside is that the ordering system (at the counter of a very small place) is clunky. I wish there was table service. read more

Really great. Soups, mac and cheese, and the occasional curry are flavorful, filling, and peculiar (in a good way). Every time I come here, there is a different spice, flavor, or dish that I fall in love with. Fun atmosphere, cool sodas to choose from, and a flat price you can agree with. Make sure to check their facebook for their hours and daily menu. read more

Records, soup, muffins, and decor that are all outstanding. Don't miss out because it is always worth the wait and always a fun experience.

First off I am not a vegiterian. But this is the best soup I have tasted. I love soup and can not get tenough, the chees scones and to die for also. Before you die you have to go here at least. Top notch food. read more

My favorite Lincoln spot. I have never been disappointed by anything I've eaten here and I love the quirky interior decorations. Everytime I go I get a mac AND a soup because I can never decide. The portions are great and I can get 2 meals out of them. Every once in awhile they'll also feature delicious unique sandwiches. Being a vegetarian I also love that I can walk in and order anything on the menu. I really enjoy eating local and that this is a family owned and operated business. Definitely a Lincoln gem. read more

No bread. Soup is alright, but I'm not a big soup person, and this is a bad place to go if you're not really a soup person. The Mac and Cheese was also alright, but without the chili sauce we added it was subpar. The sign on the door reads "Sorry we're open" and in hindsight...I'm sorry they were open. read more

Of course, as we all already know, this is probably the best cafe in Lincoln. And it's a local spot so it's nice to support them. The owners are also very cool. Only cash accepted. Go here and leave VERY happy. read more

Visited this place in early March - had an excellent Morrocan stew over white rice. Excellent flavor, and decor was funky and fun. They didn't have any rolls when I was there, and I'm a bread and soup gal, myself, so felt a bit disappointed. But I'll return, the soup selection was great. read more

A Lincoln favorite. There's always a huge line and the line usually takes twice as long as it should take but it's worth it to eat the delicious food. I loved the Tibetan noodle soup but haven't had it in several years because they either don't make it anymore or I don't go on the right day. The chipotle Mac and cheese is phenomenal. My mom and I have been trying to replicate it at home for ourselves but just can't get it like they can at grateful bread. We love their cheese scones and Santa Fe chowder too! read more

The best food you will ever try in Lincoln. EVERYTHING GOOD IS HERE. Moroccan tomato soup with a scone is a perfect meal, everything one could ever want or need. read more

Always fantastic soups, rice bowls, pastas, and bakery items. They use classic, natural ingredients and everything has a great flavor. They also have some bottled sodas if that is what you're into. The decor is super fun and is definitely part of the experience. Come early for the best selection! Don't forget to bring cash since they do not accept other forms of payment. read more

Big fan of their cheese scones and Moroccan Tomato soup...

I LOVE this place. The vibe is super fun, although during the lunch rush service can get a bit slow. You are served in paper plates, but I've never minded, and it has a special charm of it's own that I haven't seen since I lived in Portland, or in some places in Seattle. Their soups are amazing, but I nearly always get one of the mac and cheeses. Their cheese scones are really fabulous and the cookies (especially the pretzel one is so good) are delicious. I cannot recommend this place enough. Favorites: Blue Cheese Mac (so lusciously cheesy and amazing) Chipotle Mac (just enough spice, but not too much) Garlic Mac Moroccan Tomato Soup Canadian Split Pea Soup Follow their FB to see their daily menu as it's made from scratch everyday. NOTE: Only cash or check. Worth it. Go! read more

I've waited in line for 45 minutes to be served. It's worth the wait. The pasta lately has not been al dente, there was a time when it was perfect. I usually only go for the Santa Fe chowder, and the wu tang cookie. My kids love that cookie, it has sunflower seeds, coconut flakes, chocolate chips, I dream about them. read more

You can't argue the food here, it is SO good, but be careful because they sometimes have a 45 minute line out the door and run out of things. Still so good and worth it if you have the time. read more

Don't waste your time because they don't care about your time. Posted to open at 11 AM. Handwritten sign on door said 11:15 today. At 11:20 they were inside but making 5 people wait outside. The product is just not worth waiting for. read more

This is one of my favorite spots by far. Amazing soups that change every day. I have not had a soup that did not make me smile with every bite. In addition, each soup comes with a choice of a fresh baked break (which often includes delicious cheese scones). I have also tried their home-made macaroni and cheese. This is no noodle in cheesy-sauce, this is great al dente noodles that ooze pure cheese, and are complexly flavored. I highly recommend this vegetarian place. To know: They are closed on Monday/Tuesdays They do not accept credit cards. Definitely worth checking out. read more

This is my favorite restaurant in Lincoln. The moroccan tomato soup and the cheese scones are to die for! OMG I've NEVER been disappointed, I go there often and am so excited every single time. I've been eating here for about 3 years, delicious! Different kind of an atmosphere (hippi-ish) but wonderful! Easily deserves 5 stars!! read more

This place is sweet. Great soup, homemade, quality food, cheap prices, awesome vibe, supporting local businesses.

Really good soup!! $5.50 for a bowl for here which is kinda expensive but very filling and large portions.

Get over the weird hours and lines--consider them part of the charm. Easily the best soup and mac & cheese in town. Thank god for this place. read more