The Watering Hole West – American
This vibrant neighborhood gathering spot hums with the energy of a classic social hub, where the aroma of golden-fried comforts and melted cheese creates an instantly welcoming atmosphere. Platters of crispy nachos and pillowy pierogies invite communal snacking alongside warm Bavarian pretzels and savory shrimp baskets, making it the perfect destination for a laid-back evening of shared bites and easy conversation.
1550 South Coddington Avenue, Lincoln NE 68522 https://wateringholewest.com/Rating: 2/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at The Watering Hole West
Dairy-Free at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breaded Mushrooms, Tater Tots and Gourmet Breaded Onion Rings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Mac 'N Cheese Bites, Garlic Parmesan Fries and Breaded Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Swiss Mushroom Chicken Sandwich, Chipotle Ranch Wrap and Buffalo Wrap. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Whiz Philly, Cottage Cheese and Cheddar Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Whiz Philly, Cottage Cheese and Cream Cheese Philly. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breaded Mushrooms, Tater Tots and Sweet Potato Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Watering Hole West
The Watering Hole West in Lincoln has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Mac 'N Cheese Bites, Garlic Parmesan Fries and Breaded Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Watering Hole West
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cheesesteak Bomb | 79.1 g | 51.1 g |
| Swiss Mushroom Chicken Sandwich | 1.2 g | 47.1 g |
| Buffalo Wrap | 6.5 g | 45.6 g |
| Sticky Burger | 61.6 g | 44.3 g |
| Prime Melt | 41.6 g | 41.6 g |
| Blackened Chicken Wrap | 70 g | 39.4 g |
| Classic Philly | 22.7 g | 35.1 g |
| Dinner Salad | 20.9 g | 33.8 g |
| Patty Melt | 95.4 g | 30.6 g |
| French Dip | 52 g | 30.4 g |
| Cream Cheese Philly | 15.2 g | 28.5 g |
| Cobb Salad | 43.9 g | 28.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
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Menu
Appetizers
- Nachos - $11.49: Chicken or Beef, homemade nacho chips, tomatoes, onions, green peppers, salsa, black olives, jalapenos, guacamole, sour cream, and spicy cheese sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pierogies - $9.99: Pasta shells stuffed with potato and cheese, topped with sauteed mushrooms and onions, served with sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Cheese Sticks - $9.99: Served with a side of marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Cheese Curds - $9.49 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Chips & Salsa - $7.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Strips - $8.99: Served with fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Nuggets - $8.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Basket - $11.99: Breaded popcorn shrimp served with homemade cocktail sauce and choice of one side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Bavarian Pretzel Sticks - $8.99: Buttered and salted soft pretzel sticks served with homemade beer cheese dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mac 'N Cheese Bites - $9.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickle Chips - $8.49: Served with a side of ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Mushrooms - $8.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gourmet Breaded Onion Rings - $9.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Cobb Salad - $10.99: Mixed greens, hard boiled egg, Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, chives, chopped tomatoes, monterey jack cheese, blue cheese crumbles, bacon, and croutons Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Salad - $10.99: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast coated in hot wing sauce over mixed greens, tomatoes, black olives, monterey jack cheese, and croutons Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Salad - $10.99: Mixed greens topped with onions, green peppers, tomatoes, croutons, and Cajun Spiced Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10.99: Mixed greens, parmesan cheese, croutons, and Grilled or Crispy Chicken Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dinner Salad - $5.99: Mixed greens, diced tomatoes, monterey jack cheese, and croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings
- Jumbo Wings (6) - $10.99: Served with carrots, celery, and choice of dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Wings (4) - $10.99: House breaded chicken tenderloins, served with carrots, celery, and choice of dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Prime Melt - $11.49: Shaved prime rib, carmelized onions, Swiss cheese, toasted marble bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip - $11.49: Shaved prime rib, carmelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, toasted hoagie bun, side of au jus Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - $11.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, hot wing sauce, grilled kaiser Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Sandwich - $11.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, cajun spices, grilled kaiser roll, side of pepper mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swiss Mushroom Chicken Sandwich - $11.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms, grilled kaiser roll, side of pepper mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $11.49: Corned beef, toasted marble rye, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Po Boy - $11.49: Popcorn shrimp, hoagie bun, lettuce, tomato, pepper mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Philly's
- Classic Philly - $11.99: Diced Chicken or Steak, sautéed onions, green peppers, Swiss and provolone Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Philly - $11.99: Diced Chicken or Steak, sauteed onions, mushrooms, Swiss and provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Whiz Philly - $12.99: Diced Chicken or Steak, sautéed onions, cheese whiz Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Jack Philly - $11.99: Chicken or Steak, sauteed onions, mushrooms, green peppers, provolone and pepper jack Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesesteak Bomb - $12.99: Diced Chicken or Steak, sautéed onions, mushrooms, green peppers, jalapenos, Swiss, pepper jack, black olives, and diced tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cream Cheese Philly - $11.99: Diced Chicken or Steak, sautéed onions, green peppers, cream cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Egg Burger - $14.49: Fried egg, American cheese, mayo, choice of Bacon or Ham Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $12.49: Choice of Swiss, Cheddar, American, Pepper Jack, or Provolone Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swiss Mushroom Burger - $12.49: Sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and pepper mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Animal Burger - $13.99: Lettuce, tomato, pickles, sautéed onions, Thousand Island dressing, and American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Burger - $14.49: Peanut butter, provolone cheese, and bacon Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger - $14.49: Homemade BBQ sauce, bacon, and cheddar cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Cheeseburger - $14.49: Bacon and choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $13.99: Sautéed onions, American and Swiss cheese on grilled marble bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Cream Cheese Burger - $14.49: Homemade jalapeno cream cheese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Veggie Burger - $10.99: Homemade veggie burger with choice of cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps
- Buffalo Wrap - $12.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, buffalo wing sauce, monterey jack cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Wrap - $12.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, cajun spices, diced tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, and ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Ranch Wrap - $12.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, melted cheddar and monterey jack cheese, and chipotle ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Chicken Ranch Wrap - $12.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, diced tomatoes, monterey jack cheese, lettuce, bacon, and ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Wrap - $12.49: Grilled or Crispy Chicken Breast, lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Parmesan Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Animal Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cottage Cheese - $3.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- Busch Light Tallboys - $2.5
- Domestic Pints - $3.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Craft Pints - $4.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $2.99: Coke, Diet Coke, Cherry Coke, Dr. Pepper, Diet Dr. Pepper, Mello Yello, Barq's Root Beer, Sprite, Minute Maid Lemonade
- Red Bull - $4.5
- Juice - $3.5: Cranberry, Orange, Pineapple, or Tomato
Frequently Asked Questions about The Watering Hole West
- Is The Watering Hole West dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Watering Hole West has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breaded Mushrooms, Tater Tots and Gourmet Breaded Onion Rings.
- What can I eat at The Watering Hole West on a dairy-free diet?
- Breaded Mushrooms, Tater Tots and Gourmet Breaded Onion Rings carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Watering Hole West have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Breaded Mushrooms and Tater Tots.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Watering Hole West?
- Cheesesteak Bomb, at roughly 51.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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