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Single Barrel, Lincoln, NE
Single Barrel, Lincoln, NE
Single Barrel, Lincoln, NE
Single Barrel, Lincoln, NE
Single Barrel, Lincoln, NE

Single Barrel

4.2
4.2
530 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
The Single Barrel: A Nebraska Steakhouse, Bourbon Bar, and BBQ!

The Single Barrel is now located inside Graduate Hotel in Downtown Lincoln Nebraska! Same great Steaks, Bourbon, and BBQ as before...just a block West of our "old" location! Now serving Breakfast 7 days a week!

The Single Barrel Bourbon Bar, honored by the Bourbon Review as one of the 100 Best Bourbon Bars in America, offers over 100 different bourbons and whiskies from around the world. We also serve expertly crafted classic cocktails and all of your favorite Nebraska brews!

We have plenty of space to accommodate large events, from receptions to company parties. For more information on bookings and events, email inquiries to info@thesinglebarrel.com or visit thesinglebarrel.com for information about upcoming events.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (402) 904-4631
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paul Zacsek
  • Catering
    The Single Barrel's Award Winning Executive Chef Brandon Harpster is uniquely qualified to cater your next business party, wedding or any occasion you can think of that needs great locally sourced and made from scratch food. Contact now for information!
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln
  • Cross street
    P Street
  • Parking details
    Single Barrel does have on a First Come First Serve off street parking on the East end of the building. Street parking located on North side of building on P St. for Takeout/Curbside Pickup. (1) Located on East side of the 11th St. (1-way South) between Q & P St. (2) Located on West side of 10th St (1-way North) between P & Q St.
  • Public transit
    Public Bus Stop is adjacent to the North of the Single Barrel.
  • Entertainment
    The Single Barrel Stage routinely hosts the best in local, regional, and national bands and entertainment. And of course The World Famous Sidetrack Band will be making The Single Barrel the place to be on Nebraska Game Days.The Single Barrel boasts two of Lincoln"s best Country Only DJs...Nick the Quick and Kylee D! Wednesday Night BINGO, Thursday Night Trivia, Friday Night Country DJ, Saturday Night Live Music!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 530 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseQuiet

Loved For

  • Nebraska

    Great for scenic views

  • Nebraska

    Steakhouse

  • Lincoln

    Best Service

  • Lincoln

    Hot spot

  • Lincoln

    Lively

530 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Tucson

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was wonderful!! But please bring back the eggplant appetizer!!! Barb our server was way outstanding!! Seasoned and kind and on top of things!

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  2. JackG

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience1
    We were excited to experience this steakhouse and bourbon! Unfortunately when we arrived Maryland was using as their team hotel! So we were sat at a four top near the door! I asked if we could not move to the four top by the windows? We were told no only four people which was given to four men from the bar area which was an event for Maryland! There were two other tables near the windows with two people. We discussed leaving at this point! We decided to stay. Two tables opened up and both were sat with two people! Wow really only four people ?? Both groups were white! Not sure how to describe this?? I’m white my wife is Filipino!! Steak was great! Too bad we won’t come back!!

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  3. 1980rusty

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    food was pretty good, overall. I had the steak tips which were pretty chewy, but the mashed potatoes were super good! Other family members had burgers and mac & cheese. The latter was a hit amongst several kids because it was not like the boxed stuff. Servers seem to be a bit disorganized and understanding who was supposed to be doing what and who was getting beverages. we ended up going to the bar ourselves just to make it easier on them 

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  4. AllisonB

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great French Onion Soup! Our server was outstanding.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Food was not as good as we hoped. Pretty salty and a bit overpriced for the quality.

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  6. MaryF

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We stayed at the Graduate Hotel because of the quality of the restaurant. We’ve never had better steak anywhere. I also enjoy tasting quality bourbon that I haven’t tried before.

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  7. AndrewS

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food and variety at Sungle Barrel. Service was friendly and efficient and parking was comped by the Graduate Hotel fromt desk.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The food was good, service great- ambience fun. Good experience.

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  9. RobinH

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We enjoyed Single Barrel very much. My husband was pleased with the selections of whiskey and bourbon, while I enjoyed a nice cocktail. The cornbread appetizer with various spreads was delicious! The steak salad and PB&J Chop were flavorful and much enjoyed. We highly suggest Single Barrel.

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  10. JanelleS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great selection. We enjoyed our experience. Will go again.

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  11. Luna

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Food was delicious, server was super nice but felt like we were forgotten about. We were sat in the back next to the kitchen doors where the servers come in and out of. It’s a little pricey but the food was very good.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with a couple friends for my husbands birthday. Food was delicious as always and ambience was perfect.

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  13. PrestonO

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Chairs could be more comfortable...maybe have a cushion on them.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Father’s Day dinner out of town! Food and service was amazing!

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  15. BeverlyE

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed the food, drinks, ambience and staff!

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  16. MeeshBear

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Kids max n cheese was spicy so beware! Fries were very salty

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  17. Alex

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a fantastic dinner with my boss, he really enjoyed the meal. Our only complain was not getting enough of those smoke mushrooms, now you know, this is. It a side that can be shared, each get your own 😉

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  18. AprilC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jess was a great server! Lots of laughs! Everyone enjoyed their food & drinks.

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  19. DawnB

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was fast and thoughtful Dining area was clean and comfortable Disappointed that corn fritters were made with regular corn not sweet corn? Steak was amazing Whiskey selection great being sold out of all major Japanese whiskeys surprising

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  20. CoreyP

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service on a busy night in downtown! Food was very good!

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  21. JaimieH

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My server was attentive and made me feel like a priority. She provided great service. The food was outstanding!

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  22. DeanH

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Single Barrell is not an easy place to find right away. It's attached to a hotel and the entrance is on a cross street, not the Google address. That said, once inside, I found it to be a really cool place. Big bar, lots of whiskies, limited but acceptable menu, great service. 10/10 would go again - especially now that I know where it is and where to park. A hint: best not to go on a Friday or Saturday night. Downtown Lincoln can be a nightmare on the weekends!

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  23. PatM

    Omaha

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Steak was over cooked. Waitress rarely checked in. Won't be back

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  24. McNale

    Montreal

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience2
    Steak was over cooked and very tough… Especially for the price, our expectations were pretty high. Did not live up to the hype.

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  25. AnneN

    Omaha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience3
    Food was extremely late. Those are Seated after us got theirs first. Food was cold when it finally arrived. Manager did comp our food after we brought it to her attention.

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  26. ptwjaw

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The strip steaks were tough even though medium cooked. Filets were fine.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Loved the chef's choice steak with the truffle butter crust. It was delicious!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I stopped in her for dinner and had a great experience. Barb recommended the special, helped me find the right drink and even talked me into desert. I will certainly be back because of her!!

    1 person found this helpful

  29. DennisB

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service, our waiter did an excellent job in explaining the menu, as this was our first visit. He frequently checked with us to ask if we needed anything. Food was great, meats cooked to guest's preference.

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  30. JasonS

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everything about our visit was great except for one thing. The steaks were cooked perfectly, mashed potatoes and Mac & cheese were delicious and service was spot on. Just don’t get the cookie dough cheesecake for dessert. No flavor and really didn’t resemble cheesecake. Not sure what happened there.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    I made reservations for after my husband’s graduation from UNL. We are from out of town and had never eaten here before. The food and drinks were great. Our service was good, but nothing above and beyond. Wish they had a dessert menu. Would recommend!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    beautiful service

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  33. DiningJunkie

    Los Angeles

    124 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    124 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, excellent food! Had an amazing sirloin cooked exact...really good, fresh side salad, and a yummy pasta dinner as well.

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  34. JanetH

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. Pricey yes, but compared to the same pricing at other steakhouses in town, the portions make it worth it!

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  35. ChristophH

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Slow service. Groups were showing after us and eating, departing before us.

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  36. BrianW

    Omaha

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The steak we had was good- loved the cornbread. The crab cakes were very small and not great- our s’more crème brûlée dessert was not good. Would try the other one if we are to return.

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  37. jdingy1000

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    I keep wanting to love this restaurant. We are in Lincoln often and frequently dine at Single Barrel. The food is always meh and the service is nothing to rave about. The ambiance is more like a fast food restaurant than a high end steak house. This last visit my steak was underdone and my husbands overdone (we ordered the same thing). The folding chairs were wobbly and the table was slanted. I mean it will fill your belly, but nothing to rave about for sure. For a steak house in cow country I expect more.

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  38. MaureenO

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Quite loud, be prepared, especially on a Friday evening before a football game. Think about going a little early to avoid the crowd.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing food, they were packed and our food didn’t take as long as I thought it would. Definitely would go back!!!

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  40. delightful

    San Antonio

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    A wonderful dinner for two tired travellers. We ate in the bar and the bartender was our server. She was terrific: informal, engaging and full of smiles. We had the beef medallions and shell and shell. We shared them and both thought the beef dish excellent. One of us found the seafood too spicy, but the other loved it.

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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
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Single Barrel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (402) 904-4631.

Single Barrel is rated 4.2 stars by 530 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Single Barrel

141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

Additional information

  • Cross street
    P Street
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Single Barrel does have on a First Come First Serve off street parking on the East end of the building. Street parking located on North side of building on P St. for Takeout/Curbside Pickup. (1) Located on East side of the 11th St. (1-way South) between Q & P St. (2) Located on West side of 10th St (1-way North) between P & Q St.
  • Public transit
    Public Bus Stop is adjacent to the North of the Single Barrel.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paul Zacsek
  • Entertainment
    The Single Barrel Stage routinely hosts the best in local, regional, and national bands and entertainment. And of course The World Famous Sidetrack Band will be making The Single Barrel the place to be on Nebraska Game Days.The Single Barrel boasts two of Lincoln"s best Country Only DJs...Nick the Quick and Kylee D! Wednesday Night BINGO, Thursday Night Trivia, Friday Night Country DJ, Saturday Night Live Music!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (402) 904-4631
  • Catering
    The Single Barrel's Award Winning Executive Chef Brandon Harpster is uniquely qualified to cater your next business party, wedding or any occasion you can think of that needs great locally sourced and made from scratch food. Contact now for information!
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