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Screamers Family Restaurant

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4.5
326 Reviews
$31 to $50
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The Screamers concept was conceived by Kevin Witcher, a long-time veteran of the music and entertainment industry. Both the name and the concept is a tribute to The Scarlet and Cream Singers (University of Nebraska’s show choir, of which Kevin was a member) and its founding musical director Ray Miller. Ray created the group in 1972 to be the “ambassadors” of the university’s alumni association. The Scarlet and Cream Singers would go on for the next 35 years performing across the U.S. and abroad before disbanding in 2008. Although Ray Miller had retired from directing the group, he continued to be a mentor until his death in 2012. Scarlet and Cream will honor Ray’s legacy and the lives he touched throughout his career by continuing his work of cultivating local talent, giving them a place to learn and grow.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (531) 500-2550

  • Website

    https://www.screamersdining.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Catering

    Treat your staff, friends or family to a delicious catered affair delivered and manned by our singing staff, guaranteed to have everyone smiling, tapping their feet and singing along. Our executive Chef, Chef Miller, keep our menu fresh and exciting. Food, Service and Entertainment go hand in hand at Screamers Family Restaurant.

  • Private party facilities

    Screamers offers private dining events for 30 to 100 customized to your requests. Featuring live entertainment by our singing staff also customized to how much entertainment you would like at your function. The entertainment comes at no extra charge as it is always a part of the atmosphere at Screamers. Plan your next party or gathering with us.

  • Location

    803 Q Street, Suite 150, Lincoln, NE 68508

  • Neighborhood

    Lincoln

  • Cross street

    9th & Q Street

  • Parking details

    High rise parking garage across the street 1st hour is free, $1.25 each additional hour. ask about Screamers parking validation. Metered parking in front of the restaurant, free after 6pm daily and free all day on Sundays.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

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  • Nebraska

    Kid-friendly

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    Good for groups

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    Hot spot

  • Lincoln

    Best Service

  • Lincoln

    Best Ambiance

  • Lincoln

    Best Value

  • Lincoln

    Innovative

  • Lincoln

    Good for groups

  • Lincoln

    Good for special occasions

  • Lincoln

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  1. Kortney

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We have ate at screamers family restaurant many times. Until today we have never had bad food or service! Today our food was delivered to another table and then picked up and brought to our table when the waiter realized it was wrong. Then one of our plates came with raw shrimp on it that had to be sent back! and then three of the other dishes were very bland without the normal great taste that we have had in the past! We were informed that the cook seen no point in remaking the bland dishes, because they would just come out the same way! Unfortunately, after today, this is not food that I would recommend! I did ask if they had a new cook, and was informed yes!

    Screamers Family RestaurantResponded 1 day agoHello Kortney, Kevin here. I hate to hear that you did not receive the standard of care we strive to provide all of our guests, all the time. We've had a new Chef for some time now and have maintained our outstanding level of service and quality of food. I'm not sure where the breakdown occurred but I would love the opportunity to make it right for you. Please feel free to call me at your convenience at 531-500-2550. Thanks again for your visit and I hope to hear from you. Best, Kevin

  2. amys

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Food and entertainment. Great drinks! Vibrant atmosphere.

  3. SamuelW

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and amazing singing! You’ll have a super fun time!

  4. JessicaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waitress Aubrey was very happy and helpful. The singing entertainment was great! The atmosphere was fun 🤩 and the food was delicious. Definitely glad I got reservations! Will go again. Plus nice to know they have kids menu as well.

  5. BobbieG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drove in from Omaha!!! Our first time and definitely won't be our last !!! The servers are amazing!!!!

  6. ChadW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic!! Just wish I got a roll with my pasta like my friend who had the Mac and cheese. The entertainment is spectacular.

  7. CindyV

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great place for families and groups! They take musical requests, which kept our kids on the edge of their seats.

  8. TammieC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We Love this place! Always a great time! Thank you Kevin and staff!

  9. GeorgetteW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Food could be better. Too pricey for the quality. Prime rib was just ok. Masked potatoes were ok. Gravy was not good. Corn was not good. Salad bar was ok. Chicken strips and burger were good. Cheese curds were good. Kids meals should have regular fries. Children don’t want fancy fries. Music was good though. Service was also good.

  10. BarryO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I love Screamers. The music and performances are outstanding, and the food was very good too. My daughter and granddaughter had a ton of fun dancing along.

  11. TamiG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    The waitress and staff were friendly. Unfortunately, the food wasn’t good at all.

  12. TerryR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A delightful time! Food was great Wait staff was excellent and very talented. It was Kids Night, so the little ones were having lots of fun! We were celebrating an adult birthday, so it was a bit chaotic, although we enjoyed the children's interactions. Next visit will be on an evening other than Tuesdays, though. : )

  13. MariahK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for a few people's birthdays over the weekend and had a fantastic time. We had two kids under 6 with us and they said this is their new favorite place. The staff went out of their way to make sure everyone was having a good time.

  14. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Joy filled, fun experience with good food. Lots of energy, caring, kindness and joy evident throughout the dinner

  15. Jimma

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The burgers are huge, the salad bar is complete. The salmon is good, the steaks are done just right. The crab cakes were less than delightful, odd taste and texture. The chicken/waffle appetizer was raw in spots on the first try. A do-over got it nicely crisp, but then they charged us for both and had to adjust the final ticket when we pointed it out. A bit pricey overall, but you are paying for dinner AND a show. The server/performers are great and also very friendly. The noise level in a packed house is a bit beyond tolerable, but everyone was having a good time. I'd go back now that I know what to expect. Our server, Jordan, was great.

  16. Terry

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Love this restaurant. There is no other like it in town. Kevin is one of the most hard-working owner-manager-performers I have ever seen. Great food and great entrtainment.

  17. Smilined

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthdays dinner did not disappoint! Had a wonderful time and it was the first time my adult kids went.

  18. MelissaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my 1st time there , it was fabulous energy positive vibes, great service,great food!

  19. MaryL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time and our group enjoyed the food & entertainment

  20. PamelaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Overall experience was good. Our server was amazing. The atmosphere was fun. Food and drinks were good but pricey.

  21. MrsWardyn

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great place for a large group. We were seated right away and the staff did a great job of having fun with the patrons while still providing excellent service. We will most definitely be back.

  22. MeliM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience Great service and food . Definitely recommend for date or family nights.

  23. ShellyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ellie and Logan were great. The fries are amazing!!

  24. SJlnk

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall4food2service2ambience5
    We came for NYE as a fun dinner event. The food was fine (remember you’re paying for the experience) and the entertainment was nice.

  25. RobertS

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    More than a meal out. It was a group experiment and so much fun with lots of audience interaction. I’d go even if it wasn’t a restaurant and bar. We had a ball! The wait staff is so talented!

    Screamers Family RestaurantResponded on January 5, 2023Thank you for the 5 stars and the kind words. We hope you will come back soon. Happy New Year!

  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Overall really good. The waitress did not hear what burger my husband ordered and did not clarify so it came out wrong. The replacement came out quick and it was still a very enjoyable experience.

    Screamers Family RestaurantResponded on January 5, 2023Thank you for your review and for not only sharing the problems but also sharing the response. No one is perfect and when we drop the ball we do our best to correct the issue and make it right. We hope to se you again and we will continue to work hard to get the 5th star!! Happy New Year and thanks again. Kevin

  27. MarkB

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Kevin and his merry band of singing servers came through again! We celebrated our anniversary at Screamers this year, and we had a wonderful evening. The entertainment is fabulous. The food is good, and the portions are large. We will definitely be back!

  28. MikeB

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience2
    The volume was too high. Really unable to hear others in our party. We asked that the volume be turned down. Which it was. However the performers kept turning it up. At times the performers were so loud, that they almost made us ill. I suggest you place the speakers in different locations, and have the performers understand they are not in a stadium setting.

  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A must on your dining list when visiting Lincoln! We are from out of town and made a reservation here based on reviews. Food, service, and atmosphere were amazing! We love the concept of the singing servers. All the staff was friendly and made personal conversations with us. Would highly recommend!

  30. MikeB

    Omaha

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have always enjoyed dining at Screamer's. Overall a great place.

  31. JewellH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Loved the experience for sure! My kids thought it was amazing. The food was honestly not the best, kids steaks were over cooked and the adult steak was very charred. I will absolutely be back though, it was an awesome time!

    Screamers Family RestaurantResponded on December 3, 2022Awww Shoot! I thought those steaks were a bit done for my liking but I didn't know how you'd ordered them and when I asked, you said they were fine. I would've gotten them recooked for you. I am so sorry the steaks were not done to your liking. I wanted your first experience at Screamers to be perfect. Please let me know when you are back in town and the Steaks will be on me. Please call ahead and ask for Kevin. Thanks again for bringing the family in. I hope the Zoo lights were AMAZING!

  32. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Family gathering from California

  33. HulaMomma

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always make a point to eat here whenever I'm in Lincoln. The food is delicious, the staff is amazing, and the entertainment is enjoyable. I wish I lived closer to participate in the monthly events they host. Kevin is the "host with the most" and always makes us feel like family. Highly recommend!

  34. PauletteG

    Omaha

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Last night was exceptional. Had a son in from Alabama and we wanted to share our favorite restaurant with him before he went home today. Everything we ordered from drinks, to bruschetta to our entrees were prepared perfectly. He especially loved the NYNY ice tea, the salad bar, the bruschetta was a big hit and his rib eye was so good. The singing surprised him…he even hugged Brit on our way out!! I love this place. So glad we were able to get in.

  35. TANNAH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was AMAZING! He made the night perfect!

  36. JohnS

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Nice waters good singers food ok nice idea just up food quality

  37. jdingy1000

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    It was so fun! Food was average but good. The service and entertainment were great! So fun! We had a blast!

  38. Andie

    St. Louis

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Highly recommend visiting on A Cappella Night! We waited about 45 minutes for our food, but the food is worth the wait!

  39. JimP

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was wonderful ! The owner ans servers were so up beat and all had wonderful voices and they were really enjoying entertaining .

  40. Kate

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the best time for my daughter’s 10th birthday, and the food was amazing!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Screamers Family Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (531) 500-2550.

Screamers Family Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 326 OpenTable diners.

Screamers Family Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for Screamers Family Restaurant

803 Q Street, Suite 150, Lincoln, NE 68508

Additional information

  • Cross street

    9th & Q Street

  • Neighborhood

    Lincoln

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    High rise parking garage across the street 1st hour is free, $1.25 each additional hour. ask about Screamers parking validation. Metered parking in front of the restaurant, free after 6pm daily and free all day on Sundays.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    https://www.screamersdining.com/

  • Phone number

    (531) 500-2550

  • Catering

    Treat your staff, friends or family to a delicious catered affair delivered and manned by our singing staff, guaranteed to have everyone smiling, tapping their feet and singing along. Our executive Chef, Chef Miller, keep our menu fresh and exciting. Food, Service and Entertainment go hand in hand at Screamers Family Restaurant.

  • Private party facilities

    Screamers offers private dining events for 30 to 100 customized to your requests. Featuring live entertainment by our singing staff also customized to how much entertainment you would like at your function. The entertainment comes at no extra charge as it is always a part of the atmosphere at Screamers. Plan your next party or gathering with us.

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