Venue Restaurant & Lounge
Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, American, Unspecified
- Hours of operation
Monday-Thursday: Dining: 11am-10pm, Lounge: 11am-11pm Friday-Saturday Dining: 11am-10pm, Lounge: 11am-1am
- Phone number
(402) 488-8368
- Website
- Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Smart Casual
- Executive chef
Andrew Spilker
- Catering
Our Award-Winning off-site Catering surpasses expectations with serving 500+ ensuring amazing deliverance and passionate hospitality. Whether treated your Guests to an elegant cocktail dinner or creating amazing memories with a holiday party, our full service catering staff will create your vision with you being able to sit back and enjoy the final product. Menu selections include sit down, stations, buffet, passed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and wine tastings. We promise the details of an amazing event without the hard work on your shoulders. <br />Your Event. Your Vision. Our Passion.
- Private party facilities
Venue Restaurant and Lounge offers three gorgeous private dining rooms to accommodate up to 100+ guests. All rooms are fully equipped to meet your Audio & Visual needs. With exceptional service, beautiful ambiance and a lasting impression, your Guests will be taken above-and-beyond in their overall gathering experience.
- Private party contact
Cherie Anderson: (402) 488-8368
- Neighborhood
Lincoln
- Cross street
70th and Pioneers
- Parking details
With multiple large parking areas closely surrounding Venue Restaurant and Lounge, we are able to accommodate a full restaurant of guests. Parking is never an issue when dining with us.
- Entertainment
Our talented Mixologists create a memorable view of cocktail espionage from behind our sunken bar every day by creating hand-crafted arts in every drink.You can also see our talented team perform monthly private dining dinners in our gorgeous private rooms. Our Chefs presenting each course along with our professional Mixologists pairing beverages ensuring in-depth arts of how these masterpieces are created.
- Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
STARTERS
General Tso’s Brussels Sprouts GF$10.00
house-made tso’s sauce | roasted peanuts
Shrimp Cocktail GF$13.00
jumbo shrimp | house-made cocktail sauce | lemon
Crab Rangoon Dip$11.00
lump crab | cream cheese | red pepper | scallion | sriracha | crispy wonton
Spinach and Artichoke Dip GF V$10.00
cheese blend l artichokes l spinach l house chips
Black & Bleu Steak Tips GF$15.00
AB blackened steak tips | smoked moody bleu | scallion | fresh thyme | creamy horseradish
Mango Ahi Tuna GF$15.00
mango sweet chili sauce l mango red pepper salsa | crushed cashews l cilantro
Boston Lump Crab Cakes GF$13.00
four house-made crab cakes | pickled mustard seed l remoulade
FROM THE GARDEN
Available dressings: maple vinaigrette (gluten-free) | caesar | black garlic buttermilk ranch | creamy garlic (gluten-free) | balsamic vinaigrette (gluten-free) | buttermilk ranch | smoky ranch | bleu cheese | dorothy lynch (gluten-free) | raspberry vinaigrette (gluten-free) | Add grilled chicken $3, add grilled salmon $7, add prime steak $7, add tuna $7 add two lump crab cakes $5
Venue Pecan Bleu GF V$11.00
candied pecans | brown sugar apples | mixed greens | bleu cheese crumbles | dried cranberries | maple vinaigrette
Blackened Steak Salad$16.00
blackened sirloin | arugula | red onion | bleu cheese | cherry tomatoes | sweety drops | balsamic vinaigrette
Cobb$13.00
grilled chicken | mixed greens | bleu cheese crumbles | bacon | avocado | hard boiled egg | diced tomato | red onion | black garlic ranch
Spinach Salmon GF$16.00
grilled salmon | baby spinach | toasted almonds | caramelized pear | feta | sliced strawberries | balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge GF
iceberg wedge | crisp bacon | gorgonzola | tomato | creamy garlic dressing
- Full$8.00
- Half$6.00
Caesar$6.00
romaine | shaved parmesan | house-cured egg yolk | house-made croutons | caesar dressing | anchovies available upon request
House GF V$5.00
mixed greens | cucumber | tomato | cheddar | red onion | egg | croutons
HEARTH-BAKED
House-made pizza dough and sauces
Sundried Margherita$13.00
pesto sauce | burrata | sundried tomatoes | balsamic glaze | mozzarella
Venue Classic$13.00
pepperoni l italian sausage l bell pepper l mushrooms l onion l olives l mozzarella l charred tomato sauce
Bacon Buffalo Chicken$14.00
grilled chicken l artichoke l havarti l smoked gouda l roasted garlic parmesan cream sauce
Smoky Gouda Chicken and Artichoke$14.00
grilled chicken l artichoke l havarti l smoked gouda l roasted garlic parmesan cream sauce
HOUSE-MADE SOUPS
Hungarian Wild Mushroom GF
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
Venue Crab Bisque GF
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
Soup Du Jour
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
ENTREES
Daily Lunch Features
ask your server about our daily lunch features
Farm Fresh Quiche
chef selection | seasonal ingredients | pasture 2 table farm egg | flaky crust | choice of side | market price
4oz Grilled Salmon GF$15.00
grilled hand-cut salmon fillet | fresh lemon wedges | choice of side
Drunken Noodles V$19.00
hoisin | stir fry vegetables | rice noodles | cilantro | cashews
Surf n' Turf GF$18.00
6 oz CAB® brand Prime sirloin cap | grilled shrimp skewer | choice of side
Chicken Tenders$12.00
four house-breaded chicken tenders | black garlic ranch | choice of side
Tagliatelle Alfredo V$21.00
house-made tagliatelle noodle | parmesano reggiano pecorino romano locatelli | cream reduction | broccoli
SANDWICHES
All sandwiches come with a choice of a side. Gluten free buns available.
Venue Club$12.00
sliced brioche | turkey | ham | bacon | swiss and cheddar cheeses | roasted garlic aïoli | lettuce | tomato
Chicken Salad$12.00
dijon cranberry pecan dressing | bacon | tomato | lettuce | fresh baked croissant
Italian Beef$16.00
hoagie roll | sliced prime rib | peppers and onions | provolone cheese | au jus
Turkey Avocado$11.00
turkey | avocado | lemon chive aioli | | sliced tomato | butter lettuce | pepper jack | bacon | wheat berry bread
Uncured NY Strip Pastrami Reuben$13.00
house-made pastrami | sauerkraut | russian dressing | swiss cheese | marble rye
Venue Trio (does not include burgers)$14.00
choice of half sandwich | house-made soup | house salad
STEAK BURGERS
Our house steak grind is a blend of certified angus beef ribeye, strip, and tenderloin, trimmed lean and ground with 28+ day dry aged angus beef for flavor, texture, and tenderness, seasoned with "venue spice" and seared golden brown. All burgers come with a choice of side. Gluten free buns available.
Chipotle Patty Melt$14.00
toasted brioche | chipotle aioli | 8oz steak burger | bacon strips | pepper jack cheese | jalapeno bacon jam
Venue Burger$15.00
house grind 8oz. steak burger | toasted buttered brioche | cabot extra sharp white cheddar | caramelized onions | pecan wood smoked bacon | black pepper and chive aïoli
Classic Angus Burger$13.00
house grind 8oz. steak burger | lettuce | tomato | onion
STEAK BURGER ADD ONS
Bacon GF$2.00
Crispy Onion Straws$2.00
Blackened GF$1.00
Six Pepper Crust GF$1.00
Free Range Farm Egg$1.00
KIDS
Chicken Fingers$5.50
three crunchy breaded chicken strips with french fries or fruit and choice of ranch, bbq, or honey mustard for dipping
Grilled Cheese$4.50
toasted bread with cheddar cheese and served with fruit or french fries
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks$5.00
six mildly battered cheese sticks served with ranch dressing or tomato sauce
Pizza$6.50
individual pizza covered in mozzarella cheese with choice of one topping
Cheddar Mac N' Cheese$5.00
creamy white cheddar sauce with elbow pasta
Venue Steak$8.00
4oz grilled sirloin steak served with french fries or fruit
SIDES
Parmesan Pecorino Risotto GF
Grilled Asparagus GF
Soy Braised Mushrooms GF
Seasonal Vegetable Sauté GF
Green Bean Amandine GF
Roasted Marble Potatoes GF
Natural Cut Fries GF
Sweet Potato Fries GF
Hazelnut and Sage Brussel Sprouts
- Add$1.00
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Truffle Mac & Cheese
- Add$4.00
What 1,374 people are saying
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- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.4Value
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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
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
FAQs
Venue Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.6 stars by 1374 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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4111 Pioneer Woods Dr Ste 100 Lincoln, NE 68506
Additional information
- Cross street
70th and Pioneers
- Neighborhood
Lincoln
- Hours of operation
Monday-Thursday: Dining: 11am-10pm, Lounge: 11am-11pm Friday-Saturday Dining: 11am-10pm, Lounge: 11am-1am
- Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, American, Unspecified
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Dress code
Smart Casual
- Parking details
With multiple large parking areas closely surrounding Venue Restaurant and Lounge, we are able to accommodate a full restaurant of guests. Parking is never an issue when dining with us.
- Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Andrew Spilker
- Entertainment
Our talented Mixologists create a memorable view of cocktail espionage from behind our sunken bar every day by creating hand-crafted arts in every drink.You can also see our talented team perform monthly private dining dinners in our gorgeous private rooms. Our Chefs presenting each course along with our professional Mixologists pairing beverages ensuring in-depth arts of how these masterpieces are created.
- Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
(402) 488-8368
- Catering
Our Award-Winning off-site Catering surpasses expectations with serving 500+ ensuring amazing deliverance and passionate hospitality. Whether treated your Guests to an elegant cocktail dinner or creating amazing memories with a holiday party, our full service catering staff will create your vision with you being able to sit back and enjoy the final product. Menu selections include sit down, stations, buffet, passed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and wine tastings. We promise the details of an amazing event without the hard work on your shoulders. <br />Your Event. Your Vision. Our Passion.
- Private party facilities
Venue Restaurant and Lounge offers three gorgeous private dining rooms to accommodate up to 100+ guests. All rooms are fully equipped to meet your Audio & Visual needs. With exceptional service, beautiful ambiance and a lasting impression, your Guests will be taken above-and-beyond in their overall gathering experience.
- Private party contact
Cherie Anderson: (402) 488-8368