This steakhouse restaurant is set in central Lincoln and specializes in burgers, sirloin steak sandwiches and other steak dishes. On Tuesdays, two children ages 12 or under can eat free from the kid's menu when their accompanying adult buys an entree. The children's menu includes macaroni and cheese, hamburgers, grilled chicken and steak medallions, all served with a choice of steak fries, mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli or applesauce. The adult menu features dishes like Texas cheese steak, 7-ounce Delmonico steak, and Swiss and mushroom burger.
Lone Star Steakhouse
200 N. 70th St.
Lincoln, NE 68505
402-489-2100
lonestarsteakhouse.com
Planet Sub serves made-to-order sandwiches on wheat bread, which is freshly baked daily on the premises. The UNL Student Union branch, in the northern part of Lincoln, offers a free deal for children every Monday. Up to three children ages 10 and under eat free when their supervising adult buys a sandwich and the party is dining in the restaurant. Also on Mondays, when an adult makes a purchase to take away, one child can eat free. As well as traditional sandwiches, Planet Sub offers tortilla wraps and a selection of salads, including Greek and chicken Caesar.
UNL Student Union
Lincoln , NE 68588
402-438-8782
planetsub.com
Valentinos's Grand Italian Buffet has two branches in Lincoln; this one is located a 10-minute walk from the green spaces of Holmes Park. On Tuesdays, children can enjoy a free buffet plus free cotton candy all day, and clowns are on hand to provide entertainment. The adult menu at Valentinos's includes a wide range of pizzas, with regular or thin crust. The restaurant also serves salads, pasta dishes and wings. Desserts include a giant brownie with chocolate frosting and a gourmet giant cookie. There is always a variety of coupon deals available through Valentino's website.
Valentinos's Grand Italian Buffet
2701 S 70th St.
Lincoln, NE 68506
402-437-9177
valentinos.com