Incredible. Highly recommend. We love trying new things and opted to get out of the comfort zone of restaurant/bar staple foods. I recommend the Jalapeño Puppies. Little cheese filled balls with a great dipping sauce. Could have easily had 30 of these. My husband loved the Nakatomi Plaza which is a great chicken teriyaki sandwich. I opted for the Raspberry Beret and I could eat that weekly. I also chose the avocado pasta salad as my side and it was creamy and so yummy. The burger itself was unique. Who would've thought that peanut burger would be great in a burger but here we are! The service was above and beyond and our server was helpful and friendly. read more

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We came in, We're seated right away, we ordered an appetizer, the Philly cheese egg rolls and they were amazing with the queso! Our server was great, I ordered a burger, and just love their mix on fries! read more

LeadBelly - All American burger - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Walked up and was seated on the patio right away. Everything was clean and the atmosphere was good. Food arrived pretty quickly and was everything we hoped for. Service was great. Pricing was reasonable. Would absolutely return. read more

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Always one of our go to spots in downtown lincoln, and Lincoln just in general! Parking is your typical downtown parking, meters & parking garages. They have multiple different kinds of seating, bar, outside, inside, and back in a caboose!! They do not take reservations, but if there is a wait day of they can add you to the online waitlist! Food is always great! I love that you can get a side of queso & chips for no up charge instead of fries! Their fries are also a mix of crinkle & waffle which is fun! The service is always nice & fast! We have had so many different items on the menu, Mac n cheese, burgers, poutine, and many sandwiches, they are always good & flavorful! read more

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Lead Belly is a great bar/pub/restaurant in the bustling Haymarket District. It is not small but feels cozy. The staff that waited on us was delightful, welcoming, and a huge help with the menu. Lots of choices for eating, drinking, or both. Think elevated bar food here. Lots of tasty bites well prepared. Lead Belly is worth a visit. read more

Great spot in the Haymarket to grab some filling food! They've got a spot patio and a pretty decent inside space but be prepared to wait if there's an event going on downtown. The servers are great and the atmosphere is fun! They've got lots of great and diverse vegetarian options! There beer menu is normally pretty great to stocked up with local picks. We used to come here all the time in college and to the Omaha location (RIP) more recently. I was hardcore craving a fully leaded jacket which is no longer on the main menu but the waitress was able to hook me up! It used to come with chips but looks like now it's fries. A fully leaded jacket is basically a burger patty between cinnamon rolls, covered in a bean chili, drizzled with queso, and topped with an egg. It's definitely not a light option but it's my absolute favorite. read more

LeadBelly - Royal mountie - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

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Perfect spot downtown in the Haymarket--great for a quick bite or a night out. The bar is classic with lots of rustic wood, a perfect fit for the area, Our server was great he walked us through the menu and pointed out a few top sellers. The Philly egg rolls were outstanding--packed with flavor and tender steak. The sandwiches were creative, fresh, and delicious. Overall, highly recommend. read more

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I was looking for a quick bite that was gluten free and LeadBelly had a gluten free bun option. The bun was toasty and didn't fall apart. The hamburger beef was delicious as well as the bacon, the jam and peanut butter gave it an interesting taste but it was not overbearing. The staff were nice and attentive. Interesting on the inside but nice patio on the outside , if you sit in a booth on the inside your view is people having dinner on the patio. Very good read more

LeadBelly - The famous burger with the peanut butter and jalapeño jelly jam with bacon and a gluten-free bun with broccoli on the side - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Great dinner at LeadBelly's as usual! Starting off with a Latte-tini - I'm a sucker for a drink with the Mill coffee in it. I don't always go for drinks with caffeine in them because I don't want to stay awake but I didn't have any issues with this from the drink (plus it was perfectly balanced!) The food was all great, I think they recently updated the menu but had many familiar items. I tried one of their specials (the hot honey sandwich) and the Wake Up Call burger - I definitely prefer splitting meals to mix it up through the meal and both were super tasty. Extra points for the poutine appetizer. We went at like 7:30 on a Friday night and somehow got a table in the back for 6 right away which was awesome. They had the restaurant all decorated for Valentine's Day which was cute and the back room was a little quieter being away from the main space and is super quaint. read more

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I've always loved LeadBelly! Located in the Haymarket. Food and vibes are always great! My latest menu favorite is the Mixed Green Salad with steak. read more

LeadBelly - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

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Great Spot for a Casual Night Out! We were seated right away on a Friday night, which was a pleasant surprise. The patio seating was a great vibe and perfect for a relaxed evening. They had a decent beer selection with something for everyone. The food was unique and flavorful--definitely not your average menu. We especially loved the variety of dipping sauces you can order for the fries--such a fun touch! Would definitely come back. read more

LeadBelly - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Leadbelly's is a Lincoln staple and the food was great! Only thing is their Chicken Teriyaki Bowl's description has Udon noodles but they're actually a flat rice noodle, kinda what you'd expect from like Pad Thai. Udon is a thick round noodle Pretty good overall though! read more

LeadBelly - Chicken Teriyaki Bowl - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Lead Belly has such good food! I was so happy to be able to stop here since the one closer to us closed awhile back! Service was amazing like always , food was great as always, and the spot is awesome in downtown area. Forgot to take all the pics of food but definitely stop in! read more

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After walking around the Haymarket, checking out Leadbelly's was a great idea. They definitely have a unique list of sandwiches. You can pick your meat (burger, chicken, portobello, etc.). One thing I get nervous about with burgers is how they huge they can be and not being able to finish them. The burger that I got was the perfect size and I finished it all. I got the Go Pig Red. They also have a very classy looking bar. The bartenders kept waking by with holiday themed flights. The beers on tap are a variety of local and favorites. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Lincoln. read more

LeadBelly - Go Pig Red - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

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Giles was definitely the GOAT Bartender tonight !!!! I loved the smiles and the laughter and friendliness he shared with me and my best friend DRUCILLA!!!! THANK U SO MUCH!!!! read more

Again, another highly recommended place in Lincoln! You can smell it before you see it, and it's wonderful. It was pretty slow when we went in but I was very eager. There are SO many options here and I love the creativity with the burgers. I love that they have vegetarian options and you have choose your patty.I was torn between a lot of the choices but ultimately went with the California dreaming and added garlic aioli on the side. My boyfriend got the raspberry beret and I must admit I was skeptical. His burger was subtly sweet and savory. The peanut butter is not prominent (which I liked) and the raspberry jam is well balanced and compliments the burger well. Mine was delicious and savory, just the way I like to. The fresh jalapeños added a nice heat to the palate, but I feel like I lost the onion jam in the mix of things. Would have loved if it was more present. The garlic aioli was a good addition if you're looking for a sauce. Only qualm is that although they are creative with the toppings, I find the meat itself to be a little under seasoned for my liking which led me to think of it as bland. I love dressing up a burger, don't get my wrong, but I also love when the meat itself is accentuated. Either way though, I enjoyed the burger. All in all we paid 36$ before tip for the two burgers and an Arnold Palmer. Pretty fairly priced. Check them out! read more

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I'm driving across the country and had the good fortune of having dinner at Leadbelly last night and boy was it great great setting but most of all Ashley behind the bar was amazing. I'm vegan and she suggested the best dish to put together for me it was amazing also had me taste a couple of beers that was great and was just friendly and very welcoming. Ashley es la mejor e hizo que mi experiencia con Leadbelly fuera increíble. read more

Had higher hopes! Food was just okay. Smaller inside than I thought. Beer was good. Not sure if I'd go back. read more

LeadBelly - Club sandwich - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Outstanding place. Our group of 4 were seated immediately. Hailey, our waitress, was phenomenal. She was personable, fun, attentive, and prompt. She made great recommendations. We started with queso & chips. The chips were clearly homemade, and they, along with the dip, were superb. 2 of our group ordered the Full Leaded Jackets. OMG The combination of sweet (cinnamon roll) and spicy ( chili & jalapeños) was indescribable. I can eat, and I was unable to finish the entree. Taking home the remainder and looking forward to finishing it off. The others in our group built their own hamburgers and said they were delicious. Unfortunately, we are from out of town or this would be a regular dining spot for us. Kudos to Leadbelly's read more

LeadBelly - Menu description - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

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Speedy lunch service. Open seating area-I imagine it might get loud when more crowded but really solid lunch for the on the go!

For some reason I always forget about this place but I really shouldn't. Good tasting burgers and very unique burger combinations make for a great dining experience. This time I had their morning time burger, can't remember the exact name but it had a perfectly over easy egg on it which fit well with the candied bacon. I will be back! read more

The Hot Fuzz Leadbelly was the best burger I've had in a long time. The smell of the smoked cheese coming out of the kitchen took me back to summer bbq's of long ago! Mixed with the candied bacon and raspberry jalapeño jelly. OMG. Coming from Illinois - what a bargain for the price! read more

LeadBelly - Hot Fuzz Leadbelly sandwich - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

In town for Dr appointment so looking for a late lunch. I had asked the niece and she recommended LeadBelly. Ordered the Full Leaded Jacket, sounded a little weird to say the least, some combinations you would never think to combine. It actually works, only complaint is the waffle fries were a little too crispy for me. read more

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Food was ok. The waiter was not very friendly. I don't think I'll be back to eat here again. Wanted dessert but decided against it because waiter (Trevor) was not very pleasant. Didn't want him to ruin our evening with his front face and poor attitude. It was a birthday dinner and wanted to celebrate and have a good time. We'll go elsewhere next birthday in our group. PS the bbq sauce the birthday boy asked for, for his hamburger tasted like salad dressing. Not bbq sauce at all. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants -- their food is consistently amazing and I've always had great experiences here. However, during the Husker volleyball game today, I was a bit surprised. It didn't seem especially busy, and I was just trying to order one soup to-go. I was told there would be a one-hour wait. I understand that delays can happen, especially during events, but it's hard to imagine such a long wait for a single soup unless it hadn't been prepared yet. This was a one-time occurrence and definitely not reflective of the usual great service, but it did catch me off guard. Still thankful for the overall quality and hoping it was just an off moment. read more

All American burger to go! Getting a hold of Leadbelly to place an order is a bit difficult. My order was ready by the time I arrived. It was a decent burger and good fries. I wish they allowed onion rings as a side, even if there was an upcharge. Maybe I missed it, but I also with they had a dedicated parking spot for take-out. read more

LeadBelly - All American - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Dirty Pickle Martinis are outstanding. Food is excellent and we have never had bad service. The game day Bloody Mary's are also a masterpiece. read more

Hello Beautiful People, I'm sorry, couldn't wait to eat this delicious foods from Lead Belly hence no photos. Back to Lead Belly!!! I went here on a Sunday night at 6pm for a pick up order. The place was bustling when I walked in. Fun atmosphere with great music. All the staff were friendly. DJ was the phone order person who made us feel very taken care of. Service with such a big smile and heart. I appreciate that he let us know about the doggy menu. I ordered the Curry Chicken Soup, Shrimp Salad, multiple sides; chips and salsa, steamed broc' and hummus with veggies. Last but not least, broc', brown rice and ground beef for the baby dog. Oh my Ghandi, SO GOOD!!! I would come back here again and again and again and again. read more

Don't sleep on this one. In town for my first home game in 40 years (outcome of game does not affect this review) and my dad and I decided to roll downtown for a bite before flying back out. First, let's say, it's all about Grace. What an amazing server. Top notch customer service, perfect timing on the check ins and a world class walk through of the menu along with quality recommendations. If you could bottle Grace, you could sell that energy and retire tomorrow. Food was beyond good. My dad swears he could have eaten nothing but the Philly eggrolls and been happy all night. I had the Raspberry Beret burger and it delivered layers of flavor that were both unexpected and somehow comforting. Amazing. Bar is great as well. Dirty pickle martini was an unexpected treat and the bar staff clearly knows their stuff. Eat here. Just eat here. You won't regret it. read more

Great service, amazing food. Will definitely go back again. Reccomend to everyone. They let us sit on the patio with our dog and even had a dog menue. read more

In Lincoln for a work trip. This place was recommended to us by our Hotel front desk so we checked it out for dinner yesterday. Me and my coworker agreed that the food was so good that we came back again today for lunch. The food is INCREDIBLE. The staff are also extremely friendly and made sure we were taken care of us both times we came. Would give Ledbelly's 6 stars if I could. Will be back. read more

Good variety of options. Tons of sandwiches and hot options. I had the soups and salad it was delicious and everyone enjoyed their Mac and cheese. Definitely get a side bowl of fries they were gold Len and crispy! read more

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Food and service is always great. My favorite is the raspberry beret which was my sisters first meal after giving birth lol.. that's how much we love it read more

Let's get straight to the point, I loved the atmosphere every one was so nice, Inviting, and helpful. We waited to be seated not even two minutes which was perfect because we were starving and in town for the Rod wave concert. We ordered the ribeye cheese steak and fries with some stadium nachos (I told you we were hungry :) lol) everything tasted so good and freshly made to order! I also wanted a chocolate martini and they unfortunately did not have the ingredients for it but instead our helpful waiter helped me pick out a martini equally as good! I 8/10 recommend this place. Good stuff!!! read more

LeadBelly - Cheesesteak and waffle fries - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

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My wife had southwest chicken salad. Very good. Our guest had great meatloaf I had had the roast beast sandwich. There was a problem in there were only 3 small chunks of beef. A lot of good gravy and mashed potatoes. . read more

I've been here twice. It's good I guess. They say they are known for their Mac and cheese but idk why because it's meh. It actually gave me a horrible stomach ache. Fries are incredible though. Burgers and queso are good. Service is great, had a good waitress. Always busy there. I swear their jalapeños are 3-D printed though lol. Sweet and spicy Mac and cheese almost killed me. Don't recommend that dish specifically. To me it's not quite worth the money but it is a good place to try. read more

LeadBelly - Sweet and spicy mac and cheese - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Had a wonderful time trying out LeadBelly with my other half! The host and servers were all friendly, attentive, and accommodating Outside seating is a fun option for people watching and fresh air. The food was delicious and the drinks didn't disappoint! Lots of options and ways to customize your order including vegetarian friendly ones. Everything was very filling but they also have dessert if you can manage. Bonus points in my book for having awesome plant decor, the pothos were my personal favorite read more

LeadBelly - Hot Fuzz Angus with house fries, California Dreamin' Angus with house fries (a good time!) - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Nice local place with an interesting vibe. The menu has something for everyone. The burgers were amazing and worthy. The fries are cool in that you get a mix of waffle and regular fries. The soup was quite tasty too (chicken and rice). Staff were super friendly. Nice to sit on the outside patio when good weather for people watching. read more

LeadBelly - the front of a restaurant at night - New American Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

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Really fresh and tasty burger for an excellent price. The meal I ordered came with regular fries, a couple of waffle fries and steamed fresh, fresh broccoli. Portions are large. Service was great. I loved the cute part that we were seated in; it looked like the back of an air stream or other type of camper. Perfect spot for the young ins to enjoy their meal and walk around the little room whiteout disturbing other diner enjoying their meals. read more

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Good burgers. Service was good too. Typical bar ambiance. Lots of choices for food. Would go again when in Lincoln.