Penelope's Lil' Cafe
4724 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE
Crema's Take
“Tucked away in Lincoln, this cozy neighborhood gem serves up comfort food that locals swear by, from perfectly cooked steaks and fluffy omelets to crispy hash browns that keep people coming back. The real magic happens in the warmth of the space itself—friendly staff and a hole-in-the-wall charm that makes you feel like a regular the moment you walk in. At around $11 for a full meal, Penelope's delivers both genuine hospitality and quality food without the downtown price tag.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Really cute little cafe. I just had a veggie omelette, but it was delicious. The inside is so cozy and the staff are so friendly. The prices are not too bad at about $11 for my meal. The only downside is the small parking lot that fills up quick, but that’s not the restaurant’s…
Penelope's is a true hole-in-the-wall hidden gem. Our first (and definitely not our last) visit was thanks to a friend who told me how yummy Penelope's is. I can confidently say that I agree with my friend! Our amazing server, Ramona was a rockstar. She served us coffee right…
We had a wonderful experience! We were seated right away, and even though the place was busy, our waiter Paul greeted us immediately and took great care of us. He checked in often to make sure everything was perfect. Our food came out quickly and was absolutely delicious. My…
I liked the meal although, I feel the meal was a lot better the 1st time I went which is why I wanted to visit again. The ribeye was cooked perfectly but it tasted old. Hashbrowns were just a little lukewarm but eggs and pancakes were perfect temp and cooked very well. I also…
Our steak and eggs were absolute perfection. Corn-fed Nebraska beef was cooked to a perfect medium rare and was so flavorful it didn't need more than salt n pepper for flavoring... the beef did all the talking. Rounded off with farm fresh eggs and handmade hashbrowns topped…
Crema Reviews
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