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Venue Restaurant & Lounge, Lincoln, NE

Venue Restaurant & Lounge

4.7
4.7
2097 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighborhood gem
Venue Restaurant & Lounge is a full-service restaurant in Lincoln, NE. We specialize in affordable quick-service lunches while presenting a fine dining chef-inspired dinner service. Join us and our Executive Chef Geoff Wendland for Lincoln's best steaks, delicious seafood, fresh salads, appetizers, pizzas and more. With desserts prepared by our Pastry Chef Linda Erhart and steaks hand-cut in-house by our butcher Jesse Laney. We also offer Catering and Event Services with a large variety of delicious items for any event from an intimate wedding reception to a glamorous business dinner. We have your event venue covered with our selection of 5 private dining rooms, as well as two downtown ballrooms with the Jasmine Room and the Scottish Rite Ballroom.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • 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
    https://www.yourvenue.net/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Geoff Wendland
  • Catering
    Our Award-Winning off-site Catering surpasses expectations ensuring amazing quality and passionate hospitality. Whether treating your Guests to an elegant cocktail dinner or creating amazing memories with a holiday party, our full service catering staff will create your vision.
  • Private party facilities
    Venue Restaurant and Lounge offers five gorgeous private dining rooms. 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 gathering experience.
  • Location
    4111 Pioneer Woods Dr, Ste 100, Lincoln, NE 68506
  • 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

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What 2,097 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Nebraska

    Contemporary American

  • Nebraska

    Most Booked

  • Lincoln

    Best Overall

  • Lincoln

    Best Food

  • Lincoln

    Best Service

  • Lincoln

    Best Ambiance

  • Lincoln

    Best Value

  • Lincoln

    Good for groups

  • Lincoln

    Hot spot

  • 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
Venue Restaurant & Lounge consistently delivers "excellent food and fantastic service," making it a top choice for special occasions. The atmosphere is "wonderful," and the staff, like Maddie and Max, provide "exceptional service." Known for its gourmet offerings, Venue excels in dishes like steaks and the "absolutely the best" Chocolate Caramel cake.

2,097 Reviews

  1. Jim

    Omaha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The server we had when we first sat down did a good job and walked us through the specials then took out Appetizer order. Then came back and informed us that our appetizer order was in but she wasn’t going to be our server. So after sometime a waiter arrived and wanted to know if we wanted anything to drink. He came after a long time and took our order. When our appetizer arrived it was not hot Then It was 45 minutes from when we arrived before we got our salads. When our food finally arrived and it wasn’t exactly what we ordered and was warm but not hot. Then it was a hassle to even get our water glasses refilled. Considering what we expected vs our experience it was disappointing to say the least. Not sure when or if we will return.

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  2. Hope

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant is fairly loud. We had lunch which was nothing great. Spinach artichoke and Brussel sprouts for app. Forgot my soup, reminded them and then told me it went to another table. Did not charge me for the soup I never received. Looking at the ratings we must have gotten an off day.

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  3. Lorance

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was not attentive and was too quiet. Not engaging.

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  4. Jim

    Omaha

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We go to lunch at Venue almost every Valentine's Day. We like that they don't have a pre fixe menu like other restaurants do on that day. The young lady that took care of us was Regan. She apologized several times because the wait for our appetizer and drinks was a little long. I had made our reservation for 12:30 pm hoping it wouldn't be as busy. However, it was still pretty full when we were there. We had great food and great service on a busy Valentine's Day.

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  5. Bruce

    VIP

    Omaha

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Almost always a fantastic meal at the venue! It’s now my wife and my favorite place to eat. 

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  6. MONTE

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Carlos in the bar area gives great service! Always enjoy eating there!!

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  7. Matt

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    For atmosphere you should play some music. Never been in a restaurant that was completely silent.

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  8. Chris

    Omaha

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great waitress. Enjoy the night /. Will come Back

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  9. Jack

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the Venue and one of our favorite places in Lincoln!

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  10. KEITH

    Omaha

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My request for a quiet table in the back part of the restaurant was honored, which helped with the noise level. I had salmon and my wife had the 4 Oz. Filet, which were both very good.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Venue Restaurant & Lounge using the Order Online button.

Venue Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 2097 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 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Venue Restaurant & Lounge

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 
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • 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
    Geoff Wendland
  • 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
    https://www.yourvenue.net/
  • Phone number
    (402) 488-8368
  • Catering
    Our Award-Winning off-site Catering surpasses expectations ensuring amazing quality and passionate hospitality. Whether treating your Guests to an elegant cocktail dinner or creating amazing memories with a holiday party, our full service catering staff will create your vision.
  • Private party facilities
    Venue Restaurant and Lounge offers five gorgeous private dining rooms. 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 gathering experience.

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