Columbus Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Columbus

April 14, 2018 Yuk Petri

Columbus is a city in and the county seat of Platte County, in the state of Nebraska in the Midwestern United States. The population was 22,111 at the 2010 census.
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1. Dusters Resturant

2804 13th St, Columbus, NE 68601-4919 Takeout, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Bar, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +1 402-564-8338
Excellent
44%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 107 reviews

Dusters Resturant

Reviewed By Chris D - Columbus, Nebraska

Though it has never been "Over the top" amazing, I have never had a complaint with the food, not the service. Both have been above average for Columbus. I have been there with a large group and all was well as well as with just my wife and found it to be cozy and private (as much as a restaurant can be)

2. Dairy Queen

665 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601-6425 +1 402-564-7841
Excellent
38%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
12%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 8 reviews

Reviewed By artsmomColumbus - Columbus NE

Service was quick and recently remodeled restaurant is a great improvement over the "old" Dairy Queen. I was especially pleased to find ice cream cakes that were personalized in a moment's time.

3. Daylight Donuts

1266 27th Ave, Columbus, NE 68601-5656 Breakfast +1 402-563-2011
Excellent
34%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 6 reviews

Reviewed By Lonnie K - Kearney, Nebraska, United States

Typical daylight, but it is always nice to find a place with fresh donuts: Pros: Fresh donuts Cons: Large orders can clean them out, cash only

4. Husker Steak House

1754 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601-4239 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Steakhouse Dinner +1 402-564-4121
Excellent
46%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 95 reviews

Husker Steak House

Reviewed By LagunaMike - Laguna Beach

Husker Steakhouse is a Columbus tradition--it is a superb steakhouse in the classic tradition, with the emphasis on steaks. Your supper comes with an excellent steak (mine was t-bone, but others in the group ordered rib-eye, and one had the gall to order fish!), potato and a very good salad. Service is superb, the steaks top of the heap. It's pretty hard not to like this place. Parking is easy, free and convenient, with two handicapped places in front if those are necessary.

5. Glur's Tavern

2301 11th St, Columbus, NE 68601-5719 Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner +1 402-564-8615
Excellent
36%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 38 reviews

Glur's Tavern

Reviewed By nstoole - Columbus, Nebraska

this Tavern is a historic site on the south side in downtown Columbus, they serve mostly drinks and hamburgers.

6. El Mezcal

1012 E 23rd St, Columbus, NE 68601-3867 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
69%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

El Mezcal

Reviewed By Tom D - Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Mexican cuisine is plentiful and popular no matter where you are. Choices abound. So it's nice to find a establishment that takes it seriously and does it right. El Mezcal is superb!
I was greeted and seated promptly in an already busy restaurant. I ordered an ice tea as I reviewed their well designed menu. Their iced tea was fresh brewed, a must. They quickly followed that with warm corn chips and a salsa made with a very fresh blend of tomato, pepper, cilantro, spice, and lime. A great start!
I ordered the Carnitas plate and my meal got even better! Authentic, meaty, roasted pork with a side of tender, moist Spanish rice, frijoles (made from scratch I'm sure) guacamole, pico de gallo, and warm corn tortillas. I savored every bite!
This is seriously superior Mexican food! Made by people who understand the culture and cuisine of this proud heritage. El Mezcal is an absolute must-try. You will not be disappointed.

7. Traditions's Inn Restaurant

2905 14th St, Columbus, NE 68601-4801 Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol American Lunch, Dinner +1 402-563-3333
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 27 reviews

Traditions's Inn Restaurant

Reviewed By Byron M

In town on biz and looking for a healthy choice for lunch. Was delighted to find this quaint converted home offered several mixed green salads with protein options; tenderloin, salmon and chicken. Had the steak and blue cheese salad. The filet cuts were perfectly prepared and the crumbles capped a delicious and healthy lunch. Thank you.

8. Godfather's Pizza

770 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601-6428 Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Pizza Lunch, Dinner +1 402-564-8515
Excellent
63%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

Reviewed By tommiez - Denver

We visited some family and they ordered Godfathers Pizza. Glad they did, because we used to have a Godfathers in Colorado. Missed the Taco pizza. Very unique kind of crust which isn't bad, but not great either. Really heavy kind of dough texture, good toppings.

9. Pizza Ranch

2266 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601-3155 Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Pizza Lunch, Dinner +1 402-564-8131
Excellent
36%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
8%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 25 reviews

Pizza Ranch

Reviewed By kimmielou - Portland, Oregon

We ate hear as part of a family reunion. We rented one of the party rooms which was limited to 40 people. The food was very fresh and hot; in spite of being called PIZZA Ranch, I think the broasted chicken was a bigger hit, along with the home made mashed potatoes and gravy and the sweet corn!

10. Picket Fence Cafe

2714 13th St, Columbus, NE 68601-4917 Seating, Waitstaff, Takeout American, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner +1 402-563-3915
Excellent
41%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
11%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 34 reviews

Picket Fence Cafe

Reviewed By Grover74 - Council Bluffs, Iowa

Small little cafe in Columbus - I stopped on a morning when they had a couple inches of snow - not many people about - I seated my self and ordered coffee - checked a menu and perused specials that were written on a chalk board near the front of cafe - I opted for a philly cheese steak omelet special for 7.95 - also added hash browns and toast - items arrived fairly quickly and were hot - i was interested to try this omelet concoction - it had steak, onion and green peppers and was surprisingly good - prices were reasonable and waitress was very helpful and attentive - I'll be back

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