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Green Gateau, Lincoln, NE

Green Gateau

4.7
4.7
794 Reviews
$30 and under
American
330 S 10th St, Lincoln, NE 68508-2297

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
The Green Gateau is an upper-scale neighborhood restaurant that has been in operation for over 25 years in the heart of downtown Lincoln. We have combined a European atmosphere with American contemporary cuisine to create a casual, yet refined feeling with delicious flavors.

Owners Eric and Cristi are proud to serve their award winning desserts, fresh seafood, and Nebraska Wagyu beef. This is just a fraction of the comprehensive menu that is sure to satisfy. We are also proud to source local and organic produce, dairy, meat, and wine.

The Green Gateau is a consistent winner of Lincoln's Choice 'Best Brunch', and offers brunch from 8-3 on both Saturday and Sunday.

The Green Gateau boasts one of the most comprehensive wine selections in Nebraska, and is annually voted a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 794 people are saying

Green Gateau reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nebraska

    Great for brunch

  • Nebraska

    American

  • Lincoln

    Best Overall

  • Lincoln

    Best Food

  • Lincoln

    Best Service

  • Lincoln

    Best Ambiance

  • Lincoln

    Best Value

  • Lincoln

    Innovative

  • Lincoln

    Healthy

  • Lincoln

    Neighborhood gem

  • Lincoln

    Great for fine wines

  • Lincoln

    Romantic

  • Lincoln

    Good for special occasions

  • Lincoln

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Green Gateau offers an "extensive menu" and "excellent service," making it a standout dining spot. Regulars praise its "fabulous food and ambience," noting it as a "gem" for both brunch and dinner. While the atmosphere can be lively, the "friendly staff" and "wonderful food" ensure a "great dining experience."
794 Reviews
  1. Larry

    Omaha4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated in a secluded area where it was quiet and we could visit. Our wait person, Payton, was excellent and made us feel welcome. The food was amazing: Brie en croute appetizer, trout and shrimp special was delicious, followed by a new dessert, tiramisu cheesecake which was the best. All in all, a perfect dining experience which I highly recommend.

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  2. Dawn

    Orlando4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Brussels Sprouts with walnuts and the dipping sauces including an orange marmalade with mustard seed was awesome. Sat on the patio with our dog. The server brought us a dog bowl with water. Street traffic was a little noisy but didn’t bother our guy.

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  3. Steven

    Omaha11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious and hit the spot. I had the steelhead trout and shrimp special, which was fantastic. The service, overall, was good. However, there were some lengthy delays with our second order of croissants and delivery of cocktails that were ordered at the beginning of our service.

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  4. Deena

    Omaha4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and service. I wish it wasn’t so noisy. It is hard to have a conversation.

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  5. Kari

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Extensive menu and excellent service. Will keep this on the list when we come back to UNL.

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  6. Janice

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food and ambience we’ve had on our road trip. Service was exceptional. What a great find!! Highly recommend

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  7. Pam

    Omaha4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, diverse menu, specials. Always a favorite!

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  8. Dale

    South Dakota1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have eaten here in the past and had a great experience. However, on our most recent visit one of our meals was very good and the other was wagyu tenderloin that was featured on the Specials menu but was disappointing (especially at over $30). The tenderloin was a poor cut of meat that was tough and had the texture and taste of liver. We shared our concern with the quality of the meat with our waiter, but no effort was made to rectify the situation. This was a disappointing response from this restaurant and led to lower than normal scores on our experience.

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  9. Shelley

    Omaha9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Green Gateau is one of my favorite all-time restaurants, and definitely in Lincoln’s top five. Food and service are always outstanding. Highly recommend! 

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  10. Janet

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Green Gateau is the place to choose when you want friendly staff, wonder food, and a special ambiance in which to dine. It is my favorite restaurant in a town that offers many choices. Green Gateau never disappoints.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 30 times today
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330 S 10th St, Lincoln, NE 68508-2297

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    10th Street & L Street
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room
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