But First, Coffee

THE HARBOR 
harborcoffeehouse.com
1265 S Cotner Blvd ▸ 1400 Pioneers Blvd 
The Harbor is a popular spot for Lincolnites of all ages. They have two locations, with the original in the Piedmont Shopping Center and the second is just south of 14th & Hwy 2. Frequent Harbor visitors rave about the coffee, bakery items and light lunches. The staff is extremely kind, and they take pride in preparing your order with care. 

ROSE CAT COFFEE
rosecatcoffee.com
5600 S. 48th St. Suite 120
Rose Cat Coffee strives to inspire a world where employment opportunities for those with I/DD are ABUNDANT, where INCLUSION is the standard, and where every person's POTENTIAL is seen and valued.

BAGELS AND JOE 
bagelsandjoe.com 
4701 Old Cheney Rd ▸ 7811 Pioneers Blvd ▸ 1777 N 86th St ▸ 215 N 14th St 
Bagels and Joe is Lincoln’s very first independent bagel establishment and was founded in 1993. With four local locations, they serve a wide variety of clientele who gather for meetings, to chat with friends or play cards. Delicious bagels, salads, sandwiches, soups, lattes and fresh brewed coffee are a few of the menu items they are well known for. 

CRESCENT MOON 
crescentmooncoffee.com 
140 N 8th St 
Crescent Moon Coffee is tucked away in the lower level on the south east corner of 8th and N streets. They serve hand-made coffee beverages as well as cocktails in the evening. In addition, Crescent Moon often has live performances by local musicians, poets and more. 

THE COFFEE HOUSE 
thecoffeehouselnk.com 
1324 P St 
Established in 1987, The Coffee House is located in the heart of downtown. When visiting the coffee shop, guests enjoy cozy seating, board games, baked goods, specialty teas, smoothies and plenty of books to read.

LINCOLN ESPRESSO
112 S 16th St 
If you’re looking to make a quick stop for a great coffee or smoothie, Lincoln Espresso is the place to go. The shop is mainly a drive-through, but customers are also welcome to sit at the quaint coffee bar located inside. Both the owner and staff are welcoming and provide good customer service. 

CULTIVA
cultivacoffee.com 
3535 Holdrege St ▸ 727 S 11th St 
Founded in 2004, Cultiva is famous for their delicious crepes and espresso. The atmosphere is very laid back, and it’s an excellent place to take your family for breakfast and good coffee. At both locations in Lincoln guests can find french presses and coffee beans to make drinks at home. 

THE MILL
millcoffee.com
800 P St ▸  4736 Prescott Ave ▸ 330 S 21st St ▸ 1040 O St ▸ 2021 Transformation Dr 
The Mill has been a popular place in Lincoln to enjoy coffee, espresso beverages and teas since 1975. They have four locations throughout Lincoln. The environment is relaxed and is a great place to study, chat with friends or hold meetings. All Mill locations serve light breakfast and lunch items, and a couple of the locations even have cocktail bars! 

BLOOM COFFEE 
bloomcoffeene.com 
505 N 27th St
Bloom Coffee is newer to the coffee scene, but has quickly grown in popularity. What started out as a coffee trailer, has grown to a cozy, trendy Lincoln location. Bloom roasts their own beans, and makes quality coffee, espresso, breakfast burritos, and more! You may even notice some beautiful “latte art” if you get your coffee to-stay.

THE COFFEE ROASTER 
coffeeroasterlnk.com
5022 Old Cheney Rd
If you value brewing high-quality coffee at home, The Coffee Roaster is the perfect place to visit. They hand-roast fresh coffee beans per request for customers to take home and enjoy. Their unique roasting process keeps beans fresh longer and preserves their flavor. The staff is extremely knowledgeable about their products and can help you find exactly the right flavor! 

THE CHOCOLATE SEASON 
thechocolateseason.com
3855 Village Lane 
The Chocolate Season is Lincoln’s family-owned chocolaterie. They specialize in handmade artisan chocolates and confections, but also love providing the community with a full espresso bar, a nosh n’ nibbles menu, “Waffle Weekends” menu and a coffee truck for hire! 

ROCK N JOE 
rocknjoe.com
5025 Lindberg St 
Rock N Joe is a coffee shop with specialty drinks and a basic food menu with sandwiches, soups and salads. They also offer wine and have a great patio to sit and enjoy a drink. Rock N Joe has live music and various events throughout the year as well.

MEADOWLARK 
meadowlarkcoffee.org
1624 South St 
Meadowlark Coffee and Espresso is nestled in the heart of Lincoln near 17th and South. Their walls are filled with diverse local art, and they often feature local singers and songwriters. Meadowlark offers unique coffee beverages and a vari - ety of teas and pastries. 

NEW DAY 
newday.cafe
4131 Pioneer Woods Dr ▸ 7501 S. 15th St ▸ 5520 Old Cheney Rd (Drive-thru only) ▸ 643 Fallbrook Blvd Suite 101 ▸  6740 Woodland Blvd (Hickman) 
New Day is one of Lincoln’s signature coffee shops that also offers healthy smoothies and snacks. All products are made from scratch and with all-natural ingredients. With convenient locations in Lincoln and Hickman, their storefronts have lots of cozy spaces to work or study. New Day also has a coffee & smoothie truck that you can book for your next event! 

MO JAVA 
mojava.net 
2649 N 48th St 
Mo Java is a coffee house and bar in Lincoln. All of their roasting is done in-house, and it’s a great place to enjoy coffee with friends. They offer indoor seating with lots of local art and outdoor seating with a great view!

THE COFFEE HOUSE
thecoffeehouselnk.com
1324 P St
Established in 1987, The Coffee House is located in the heart of downtown. When visiting the coffee shop, guests enjoy cozy seating, board games, baked goods, specialty teas, smoothies and plenty of books to read.

THE CHARGING STATION 
info@chargingstation.coffee
6128 Havelock Street 
The Charging Station is a charming two-story coffeehouse in the heart of downtown Havelock. They focus on giving their customers an exceptional experience by offering a variety of gourmet coffees, soothing teas, tasty snacks, and freshly made sandwiches that satisfy every craving.

STORIES COFFEE
storiescoffeecompany.com
1248 O Street
For many years, Stories Coffee Co. operated as a beloved coffeehouse, bakery, and small restaurant with a mission for helping the community. Stories Coffee Co. has grown into not just a coffee shop, but a roastery as well. They hope customers and employees see the business as a space to gather, tell stories and enjoy life. They have a passion for connecting with people and investing in their stories as much as others have invested in them.

1893 Coffee & Cream
1893coffeeandcream.com
6345 Havelock Ave
1893 Coffee & Cream loves Havelock and they're thrilled to contribute a unique product and gathering space in service of the strong sense of community in this locale. Their business was envisioned by members of Havelock who aim to embody the hands and feet of Jesus here. Thus, it is their mission to add value to the people of this community through the friendly service of exceptional coffee and ice cream.

CARBON COFFEE
facebook.com/Carbon-Coffee-Lounge ▸ 1368 South 33rd St ▸
Located in District 33, Carbon Coffee opened it's doors in the fall of 2025. They bring their motto, fuel for the unfamiliar, to life with their Onyx Coffee Lab beans, house made syrups, and modern atmosphere.