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, nut-free, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, pescatarian, sugar-free, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, zone, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
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
- Billy's Classic Breakfast - $12.99: Choice of eggs, hashbrowns or country potatoes, choice of sausage patties, bacon or jalapeno bacon, served with toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Biscuits & Gravy - $11.99: Two buttermilk biscuits, homemade sausage gravy, choice of potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken & Biscuits - $13.99: Two buttermilk biscuits, two hand breaded chicken tenders, sausage gravy, choice of potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs - $15.99: 9 oz. steak breaded and fried, sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, country fried potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Giant Breakfast Burrito - $11.99: Eggs, breakfast sausage, onions, bell peppers, cheese sauce, Cheddar Jack cheese, salsa, sour cream, choice of potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- French Toast - $7.99: 2 pieces of French toast, powdered sugar, syrup, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- French Toast Platter - $14.99: French toast, choice of eggs, potato and protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken and Waffle - $11.99: Hand breaded chicken tenders, fresh waffle, honey, syrup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Waffle A La Carte - $7.99: Fresh waffle, maple syrup, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Waffle Platter - $14.99: Waffle, two eggs, choice of bacon or sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fosters Waffle - $11.99: Waffle topped with apple or banana fosters, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fosters French Toast - $11.99: Two French toast slices topped with apple or banana fosters, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gator Fingers - $12.99: Farm-raised alligator tail, hand-breaded, deep fried, Creole honey mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Armadillo Eggs - $14.99: Bacon wrapped chicken tenders stuffed with jalapeños and pepper jack cheese, ranch or jalapeño ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Velvet Elvis - $11.99: Cheese dip with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, green chili peppers, tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Monster-ella Cheese Sticks - $12.49: Four huge hand sliced pieces of cheese, breaded, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Cheese Curds - $11.49: Wisconsin cheese curds, hand-battered, ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Gabrielle - $14.99: Shrimp sautéed in white wine butter sauce, New Orleans herb and spice blend, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Cajun Nachos - $14.99: Tortilla chips, Monterey Jack cheese sauce, banana peppers, pico de gallo, ham, Andouille sausage, chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Pickles - $9.99: Crinkle-cut dill pickle chips, hand-breaded, ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Miller High Life Spinach Artichoke Dip - $11.99: Spinach, artichoke hearts, four cheeses, Miller beer, tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Catfish Strips - $11.99: Catfish strips, tartar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Loaded Bacon Cheese Fries - $12.99: Crinkle cut fries, Monterey Jack cheese sauce, bacon, Cheddar, green onions, sour cream Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- 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, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Rancher's Poutine - $15.49: Fries, BBQ burnt ends, bacon, BBQ sauce, Cheddar Jack cheese, green onion, ranch or jalapeño ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Traditional Bone In Wings (10 Pieces) - $15.99: Bone-in wings with choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Breaded Boneless Wings (10 oz.) - $11.99: Boneless wings with choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Cajun Combo - $18.99: Blackened catfish fillet, half order of jambalaya, cup of seafood gumbo, hushpuppies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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, Nut-Free
- Red Beans and Rice with Andouille Sausage - $14.99: Red beans, herbs, spices, rice, grilled Andouille sausage, hushpuppies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chicken Creole - $17.99: Chicken breast, garlic, Southern spices, Creole sauce (tomatoes, onions, celery, bell pepper), rice, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Shrimp Creole - $19.99: Gulf shrimp, garlic, Southern spices, Creole sauce, rice, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crawfish Etouffee - $18.99: Crawfish tails, garlic, Cajun spices, buttery mahogany roux sauce, rice, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Crawfish Platter - $20.99: Crawfish Étouffée, fried crawfish tails, rice, hushpuppies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Jambalaya - $15.99: Ham, chicken breast, Andouille sausage, rice, tomatoes, celery, onion, bell pepper, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Seafood Jambalaya - $18.99: Sautéed shrimp, crawfish tails, rice, tomato, celery, onion, bell pepper, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- 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-Protein, Nut-Free
- Alligator Grand Chenier - $19.99: Alligator meat, mushrooms, green onions, spicy cream sauce, rice, bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- 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, Nut-Free
- 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, Nut-Free
- Voodoo Tuna - $18.99: 8oz yellowfin tuna steak, blackened, burgundy wine sauce, rice, Cajun crème corn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredeaux (Large) - $18.99: Gulf shrimp, Creole herbs, spices, Alfredo sauce, fettuccine, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Fettuccine Alfredeaux (Large) - $16.99: Diced chicken breast, Creole herbs, spices, Alfredo sauce, fettuccine, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Jambalaya Pasta - $16.99: Ham, chicken, Andouille sausage, fettuccine noodles, melted mozzarella, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rasta Pasta - $17.99: Fettuccine Alfredeaux, Caribbean spices, Jamaican jerk chicken, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mardi Gras Pasta (Large) - $17.99: Andouille sausage, chicken, ham, Creole herbs, spices, fettuccine, Alfredeaux sauce, French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Lobster Mac & Cheese - $19.49: Shell pasta, creamy cheese sauce, lobster, toasted bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Cajun Mac & Cheese - $13.99: Shell pasta, Cajun seasoned creamy cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Brisket Mac & Cheese - $18.99: Shell pasta, creamy cheese sauce, beef brisket Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Texas Mac and Cheese - $18.49: Cajun Mac and cheese, 2 Armadillo Eggs, jalapeño peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Husker Mac and Cheese - $18.99: Cajun Mac shells, 6 oz top sirloin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Blackened Catfish - $18.99: Two farm-raised fillets, rice, Cajun crème corn
- Blackened Tilapia - $17.99: White flaky fish, rice, Cajun crème corn, tartar sauce
- Grilled Shrimp Dinner - $18.99: Eight large shrimp, seasoned and grilled, rice, Cajun crème corn, drawn butter, cocktail sauce
- Blackened Skewered Shrimp - $18.99: Eight Gulf shrimp, blackened, rice, Cajun crème corn, drawn butter, cocktail sauce
- 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
- Fried Catfish Dinner - $18.99: Two farm-raised fillets, corn meal, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, tartar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Chicken Tender Dinner - $15.99: Chicken tenders, French fries, hushpuppies, choice of dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Alligator Dinner - $18.99: Alligator tail strips, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, Creole honey mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Southern Fried Shrimp Dinner - $18.99: Large butterflied Gulf shrimp, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo (Bowl) - $7.99: Chicken breast, Andouille sausage, rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Seafood Gumbo (Bowl) - $7.99: Gulf shrimp, crawfish tails, Andouille sausage, rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Creole Crab Corn Soup (Bowl) - $7.99: Crab meat blend, corn, green onions, Creole herbs, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Crawfish Bisque (Bowl) - $7.99: Crawfish, creamy bisque, Creole herbs, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- New Orleans Cobb Salad - $15.49: Salad greens, diced chicken, shrimp, bacon bits, tomato, Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Bleu cheese, egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Blackened Chicken Salad - $13.99: Blackened chicken breast, salad greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics
- Jamaican Jerk Chicken Salad - $13.99: Jamaican Jerk chicken, salad greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Grilled Shrimp Caesar - $14.99: Romaine, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, croutons, grilled shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Beef Brisket Salad - $15.49: Beef brisket, BBQ sauce, salad greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Gator Caesar Salad - $14.99: Romaine, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, croutons, fried alligator Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Black and Bleu Steak Salad - $15.49: Blackened 6 oz sirloin, greens, cucumber, onion, bleu cheese, shredded cheese, tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Shrimp Po'boy - $14.99: Fried shrimp, rémoulade sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, choice of fries or hushpuppies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Catfish Po'boy - $14.99: Fried catfish, tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Burnt Ends Po’boy - $15.49: BBQ burnt ends, Smoked Cheddar cheese, fried onion ring straws Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Gator Po'Boy - $13.99: Alligator tail meat, corn meal, Creole honey mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Billy Cheeseburger - $12.99: 1/2 lb Angus beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The BBQ Cheddar Burger - $15.49: 1/2 lb Angus beef, bacon, smoked Cheddar, BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Buffalo Bill - $14.99: 6 oz Nebraska buffalo burger Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Cajun Cowboy Burger - $16.49: 1/2 lb Angus beef, BBQ burnt ends, Applewood smoked bacon, smoked Cheddar, fried onion ring straws, BBQ Aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Hush Puppies - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheddar Grits - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Beans & Rice - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Coke - $2.99
- Coffee - $2.99: Fresh ground whole beans
- Homemade Sweet Tea - $2.99
- 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.