Buzzard Billly's – American
Buzzard Billy’s captures the spirited essence of a classic morning haunt, where the air is thick with the savory scent of golden-fried steak and buttermilk biscuits ladled in rich, peppery gravy. From the sweet indulgence of thick-cut French toast to the satisfying crunch of honey-drizzled chicken and waffles, each plate arrives as a generous celebration of comfort food traditions. It is a bustling, unpretentious retreat where hearty portions and a warm, welcoming energy turn the first meal of the day into a soulful feast.
247 North 8th Street, Lincoln NE 68508 https://lincoln.buzzardbillys.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the perfectly cooked chicken dishes, frequently highlighting the freshness and quality of the ingredients. Celebrated for its comfortable setting and reasonable pricing, the establishment is praised for its helpful staff who ensure a satisfying dining experience for every visitor.
Menu
Brunch Menu
- Billy's Classic Breakfast - $12.99: Choice of eggs, hashbrowns or country potatoes, choice of sausage patties, bacon or jalapeno bacon, served with toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $11.99: Two buttermilk biscuits, homemade sausage gravy, choice of potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Biscuits - $13.99: Two buttermilk biscuits, two hand breaded chicken tenders, sausage gravy, choice of potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs - $15.99: 9 oz. steak breaded and fried, sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, country fried potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Big Red Breakfast Burrito - $12.99: Tortilla, breakfast sausage, jalapeno bacon, scrambled eggs, grilled peppers, onions, jalapenos, Cheddar-jack cheese, cheese sauce, hot sauce, country fried potatoes or hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Giant Breakfast Burrito - $11.99: Eggs, breakfast sausage, onions, bell peppers, cheese sauce, Cheddar Jack cheese, salsa, sour cream, choice of potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $7.99: 2 pieces of French toast, powdered sugar, syrup, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast Platter - $14.99: French toast, choice of eggs, potato and protein Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken and Waffle - $11.99: Hand breaded chicken tenders, fresh waffle, honey, syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Waffle A La Carte - $7.99: Fresh waffle, maple syrup, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Waffle Platter - $14.99: Waffle, two eggs, choice of bacon or sausage Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fosters Waffle - $11.99: Waffle topped with apple or banana fosters, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fosters French Toast - $11.99: Two French toast slices topped with apple or banana fosters, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Gator Fingers - $12.99: Farm-raised alligator tail, hand-breaded, deep fried, Creole honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Armadillo Eggs - $14.99: Bacon wrapped chicken tenders stuffed with jalapeños and pepper jack cheese, ranch or jalapeño ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Velvet Elvis - $11.99: Cheese dip with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, green chili peppers, tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monster-ella Cheese Sticks - $12.49: Four huge hand sliced pieces of cheese, breaded, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cheese Curds - $11.49: Wisconsin cheese curds, hand-battered, ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Gabrielle - $14.99: Shrimp sautéed in white wine butter sauce, New Orleans herb and spice blend, bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Big Fat Chicken Quesadilla - $12.99: Flour tortilla, chicken breast, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, onion, bell peppers, salsa, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Nachos - $14.99: Tortilla chips, Monterey Jack cheese sauce, banana peppers, pico de gallo, ham, Andouille sausage, chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $9.99: Crinkle-cut dill pickle chips, hand-breaded, ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Nachos - $14.99: Tortilla chips, cheese sauce, pulled pork, roasted corn, red peppers, black beans, Jamaican jerk BBQ sauce, Cheddar Jack cheese, salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miller High Life Spinach Artichoke Dip - $11.99: Spinach, artichoke hearts, four cheeses, Miller beer, tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Strips - $11.99: Catfish strips, tartar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Bacon Cheese Fries - $12.99: Crinkle cut fries, Monterey Jack cheese sauce, bacon, Cheddar, green onions, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Steak Nachos - $15.99: Tortilla chips, Monterey Jack cheese sauce, ribeye steak, black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, Cheddar Jack cheese, pico de Gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rancher's Poutine - $15.49: Fries, BBQ burnt ends, bacon, BBQ sauce, Cheddar Jack cheese, green onion, ranch or jalapeño ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Bone In Wings (10 Pieces) - $15.99: Bone-in wings with choice of sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Boneless Wings (10 oz.) - $11.99: Boneless wings with choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Cajun Creole Dinners
- The Cajun Combo - $18.99: Blackened catfish fillet, half order of jambalaya, cup of seafood gumbo, hushpuppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bayou Platter - $18.99: Blackened chicken breast, half order of red beans and rice, cup of chicken and sausage gumbo, hushpuppies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans and Rice with Andouille Sausage - $14.99: Red beans, herbs, spices, rice, grilled Andouille sausage, hushpuppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Creole - $17.99: Chicken breast, garlic, Southern spices, Creole sauce (tomatoes, onions, celery, bell pepper), rice, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Creole - $19.99: Gulf shrimp, garlic, Southern spices, Creole sauce, rice, bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Etouffee - $18.99: Crawfish tails, garlic, Cajun spices, buttery mahogany roux sauce, rice, bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Platter - $20.99: Crawfish Étouffée, fried crawfish tails, rice, hushpuppies Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya - $15.99: Ham, chicken breast, Andouille sausage, rice, tomatoes, celery, onion, bell pepper, bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Jambalaya - $18.99: Sautéed shrimp, crawfish tails, rice, tomato, celery, onion, bell pepper, bread Available at: dinner, lunch
House Specialty Dinners
- Chicken Tchoupitoulas - $18.99: Grilled chicken breast, Cajun spices, hash of potatoes, ham, mushrooms, green onions, New Orleans Béarnaise sauce, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alligator Grand Chenier - $19.99: Alligator meat, mushrooms, green onions, spicy cream sauce, rice, bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Czarina - $18.99: Gulf shrimp, mushrooms, green onions, Creole style Parmesan cream sauce, breaded fried chicken breast, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crescent City Chicken - $18.99: Fried chicken breast, shrimp, crab meat blend, mushrooms, green onions, Au Gratin sauce, fried potatoes, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Voodoo Tuna - $18.99: 8oz yellowfin tuna steak, blackened, burgundy wine sauce, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: Low-Fat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Eggplant Pirogue - $18.99: Fried eggplant, shrimp, crab meat blend, mushrooms, green onions, Au Gratin sauce, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp La Grange - $19.99: Large Gulf shrimp stuffed with jalapeños and Pepper Jack cheese, wrapped in bacon, rice, Cajun crème corn, ranch, cocktail sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Quarter Tuna - $19.99: Blackened yellow-fin tuna steak, crawfish cheese sauce, mushrooms, red bell pepper, green onions, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredeaux (Large) - $18.99: Gulf shrimp, Creole herbs, spices, Alfredo sauce, fettuccine, French bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fettuccine Alfredeaux (Large) - $16.99: Diced chicken breast, Creole herbs, spices, Alfredo sauce, fettuccine, French bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya Pasta - $16.99: Ham, chicken, Andouille sausage, fettuccine noodles, melted mozzarella, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rasta Pasta - $17.99: Fettuccine Alfredeaux, Caribbean spices, Jamaican jerk chicken, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mardi Gras Pasta (Large) - $17.99: Andouille sausage, chicken, ham, Creole herbs, spices, fettuccine, Alfredeaux sauce, French bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Mac & Cheese - $19.49: Shell pasta, creamy cheese sauce, lobster, toasted bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Mac & Cheese - $13.99: Shell pasta, Cajun seasoned creamy cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Mac & Cheese - $18.99: Shell pasta, creamy cheese sauce, beef brisket Available at: dinner, lunch
- Texas Mac and Cheese - $18.49: Cajun Mac and cheese, 2 Armadillo Eggs, jalapeño peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Husker Mac and Cheese - $18.99: Cajun Mac shells, 6 oz top sirloin Available at: dinner, lunch
Blackened Specialties & Steaks
- Blackened Catfish - $18.99: Two farm-raised fillets, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Blackened Tilapia - $17.99: White flaky fish, rice, Cajun crème corn, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Grilled Shrimp Dinner - $18.99: Eight large shrimp, seasoned and grilled, rice, Cajun crème corn, drawn butter, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Blackened Skewered Shrimp - $18.99: Eight Gulf shrimp, blackened, rice, Cajun crème corn, drawn butter, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Blackened Chicken Dinner - $15.49: Large chicken breast blackened, rice, Cajun crème corn
- Mushroom Garlic New York Strip - $28.99: 12oz USDA choice beef, garlic, mushrooms, burgundy wine sauce, rice, Cajun crème corn
- 12 oz. Choice Ribeye - $29.99: 12oz USDA choice beef, rice, Cajun crème corn
- New Orleans Steak & Shrimp - $32.99: 12oz USDA choice beef, 4 large grilled shrimp, Béarnaise sauce, rice, Cajun crème corn
- Angler's Trio - $22.49: Blackened catfish, tilapia and shrimp, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Fried Dinners
- Fried Catfish Dinner - $18.99: Two farm-raised fillets, corn meal, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swamp Platter - $24.99: Fried crawfish tails, fried alligator, four fried shrimp, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, cocktail sauce, Creole honey mustard, remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Tender Dinner - $15.99: Chicken tenders, French fries, hushpuppies, choice of dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Alligator Dinner - $18.99: Alligator tail strips, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, Creole honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Fried Shrimp Dinner - $18.99: Large butterflied Gulf shrimp, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Grilled Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo (Bowl) - $7.99: Chicken breast, Andouille sausage, rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Gumbo (Bowl) - $7.99: Gulf shrimp, crawfish tails, Andouille sausage, rice Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creole Crab Corn Soup (Bowl) - $7.99: Crab meat blend, corn, green onions, Creole herbs, spices Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Bisque (Bowl) - $7.99: Crawfish, creamy bisque, Creole herbs, spices Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- New Orleans Cobb Salad - $15.49: Salad greens, diced chicken, shrimp, bacon bits, tomato, Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Bleu cheese, egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Salad - $13.99: Blackened chicken breast, salad greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Jerk Chicken Salad - $13.99: Jamaican Jerk chicken, salad greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Caesar - $14.99: Romaine, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, croutons, grilled shrimp Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Brisket Salad - $15.49: Beef brisket, BBQ sauce, salad greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gator Caesar Salad - $14.99: Romaine, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, croutons, fried alligator Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black and Bleu Steak Salad - $15.49: Blackened 6 oz sirloin, greens, cucumber, onion, bleu cheese, shredded cheese, tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
Po'boys
- Shrimp Po'boy - $14.99: Fried shrimp, rémoulade sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, choice of fries or hushpuppies Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Catfish Po'boy - $14.99: Fried catfish, tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burnt Ends Po’boy - $15.49: BBQ burnt ends, Smoked Cheddar cheese, fried onion ring straws Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gator Po'Boy - $13.99: Alligator tail meat, corn meal, Creole honey mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- The Billy Cheeseburger - $12.99: 1/2 lb Angus beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- The BBQ Cheddar Burger - $15.49: 1/2 lb Angus beef, bacon, smoked Cheddar, BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Buffalo Bill - $14.99: 6 oz Nebraska buffalo burger Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Cowboy Burger - $16.49: 1/2 lb Angus beef, BBQ burnt ends, Applewood smoked bacon, smoked Cheddar, fried onion ring straws, BBQ Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hush Puppies - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Grits - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Beans & Rice - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coke - $2.99
- Coffee - $2.99: Fresh ground whole beans
- Homemade Sweet Tea - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Milk - $2.99
Frequently Asked Questions about Buzzard Billly's
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests rave about the perfectly cooked, fresh chicken dishes, the comfortable setting, reasonable pricing, and the helpful, attentive staff.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This unpretentious American spot is better suited for casual dining than special occasions, offering a comfortable setting and reasonable pricing.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Buzzard Billy's specializes in American comfort food, featuring hearty breakfast classics like chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, and chicken fried steak.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead praising the fresh chicken dishes, reasonable pricing, and helpful staff for a satisfying experience.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Yes, the restaurant has a website located at https://lincoln.buzzardbillys.com/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Buzzard Billy's provides vegan, keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options, such as the gluten-free and low-carb Jamaican Jerk Chicken Salad.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This unpretentious American restaurant is suitable for families, offering a welcoming energy, reasonable pricing, and generous portions of comfort food.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, low-carb, and high-protein options across its diverse American menu.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Buzzard Billy's is categorized as a moderate ($$) establishment, with customer reviews frequently highlighting its reasonable and fair pricing.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its generous comfort food portions, specialty items like Gator Fingers, and an exceptionally diverse range of dietary options.
Restaurants near Buzzard Billly's
- Brewsky's — American
- McKinney's Irish Pub — American
- Screamers Family Restaurant — American
- Bagels & Joe — American
- Hurts Donut Co. — American
- Ivanna Cone — American
- Dish — American
- Gourmet Grill — American
- The Mill Coffee and Tea — American
- The Cookie Company — American
- The Mill on 11th — American
- JTK Cuisine & Cocktails — American
