The Sultan's Kite is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

1. The Sultan's Kite

8.0
1311 O St (at 13th St), Lincoln, NE
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Downtown Lincoln · 24 tips and reviews

Justin K.Justin Klemsz: Do the chicken tikka korma. Best, most affordable Indian food near the big downtown employers.

Luke S.Luke S.: Gyro plate is soo good! Cheap too! Yummo!!!

Derek A.Derek Augustine: Sultan and crew will let you hack the menu however you like, one of my favorites being the "Half and Half", consisting of gyro meat and chicken tikka korma over a bed of rice or potatoes.

El Chaparro Mexican Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

2. El Chaparro Mexican Restaurant

8.4
900 S 13th St (at F), Lincoln, NE
Mexican Restaurant · Everett · 23 tips and reviews

ᴡ H.ᴡ Hildebrand: Cheap, delicious, authentic Mexican food. I've never had anything here that wasn't top notch. My only tip would be to ask them for light cilantro on the cinco tacos.

Benson R.Benson Reese: Best Mexican on the PLANET. Better than Mexico! Highly recommend carne asada or tameles. UNBEATABLE!

Benson R.Benson Reese: Can it Rachel! I am mayor!

Ivanna Cone is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

3. Ivanna Cone

8.9
701 P St, Lincoln, NE
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown Lincoln · 31 tips and reviews

Tara G.Tara Grieser: Good ol' fashion ice cream with new and interesting combinations of flavors! (also the decor is awesome) Read more.

Sean S.Sean Steele: Sign the guest book, then go peruse the old ones in the corner.

Kelli B.Kelli Bacon: Go often because their flavors change constantly.

Cultiva is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

4. Cultiva

8.4
727 S 11th St (at G St.), Lincoln, NE
Coffee Shop · Everett · 32 tips and reviews

Mekita R.Mekita Rivas: Americano with two inches of soy. Does the trick, and super cheap!

Dana C.Dana Carson: Great crepes and proper espresso, in this case cafe cortado. #travel #roadlife #roadfood

PaffordPafford: Now open 6am to midnight 7 days a week!

Bison Witches is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

5. Bison Witches

8.6
1320 P St, Lincoln, NE
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Lincoln · 67 tips and reviews

Rudy C.Rudy Culhane: Great sandwiches &cold cheap beer. Luv this place

Brandon A.Brandon Aksamit: Gotta do the 1/2 sandwich and soup special. The club with potato bacon. Amazing!

Brett B.Brett Bieber: Just get a half sandwich, it's big enough, I promise.

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

6. Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs

8.4
4333 S 70th St Ste 1 (at Pioneers Blvd), Lincoln, NE
Sandwich Spot · 5 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Berger: They have a great staff. Both friendly and fast. Plus the subs are amazing!

Jon M.Jon M: The 100+ flavor coke machine is a must try.

Ben S.Ben Slaby: Dont listen to David Wadhams' tip...it is a lie.

Banhwich Cafe is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

7. Banhwich Cafe

8.5
940 N 26th St Ste 201 (Near 27th and W), Lincoln, NE
Café · 12 tips and reviews

Pattapoon S.Pattapoon S: I LOVE Banhwich cafe. A Vietnamese inspired sandwich place that is both innovative & unique to the community. Their sandwich is fresh and very tasty! Also try the mango bubble tea; really delicious!

Derek A.Derek Augustine: I have been on a mission to find a bad sandwich on the menu. I have yet to succeed in that mission; bulgogi, spicy chicken, and Chinese BBQ are my favorites.

Banhwich C.Banhwich Cafe: Opening First week of August

Panera Bread is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

8. Panera Bread

8.7
6149 O St (12th and P), Lincoln, NE
Bakery · Eastridge · 13 tips and reviews

Jenna F.Jenna Foong: Sierra turkey with baked potato soup and chocolate chip bagel with halzenut cream cheese are the best!

Brad N.Brad Novak: Cinnamon Crunch Bagel is the best

Hollyn S.Hollyn Slykhuis: Try the you pick two for a chance to try more from the menu. Half portions are generous.

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

9. Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

8.5
201 N 14th St (14th and P), Lincoln, NE
Fried Chicken Joint · Downtown Lincoln · 18 tips and reviews

Jessica M.Jessica Morgan: I'm from GA and my first time here I was really impressed! Fast friendly service and I got a 3 piece combo

Russ W.Russ Weber: Get 2 tubs of sauce you will need it. Yum

Allison W.Allison Watsabaugh: Always super quick and fresh. Be sure to get an extra Cane's sauce. I'm pretty sure you'll need it.

Grateful Bread & Freakbeat Vegetarian is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

10. Grateful Bread & Freakbeat Vegetarian

8.2
1625 S 17th St, Lincoln, NE
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Near South · 30 tips and reviews

Tessa F.Tessa Faust: The cheese scones are cheap (about 1.25) and are to die for!

Krista V.Krista Vogel: Check Facebook for their menu every day. The chipotle mac is awesome, but they have it every day. Spring for the Thai or Greek mac when they have it!

Mygul R.Mygul Realsun: Blue cheese w/ cheese scone is the only way for me

Shen Cafe is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

11. Shen Cafe

8.4
3520 Village Dr #100, Lincoln, NE
Chinese Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Shelly B.Shelly Burklund: Orange glaze chicken is the best in Lincoln. Spice is nice!

Lisa T.Lisa Teet: Best crab rangoon ever.

Sara S.Sara Sawatzki: Try the orange glaze chicken with spice level "on fire"...you won't regret it!

The Mill Coffee & Tea is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

12. The Mill Coffee & Tea

8.6
800 P St (btwn 8th & P St), Lincoln, NE
Coffee Shop · Downtown Lincoln · 52 tips and reviews

Joe S.Joe Sweeney: Great cafe mocha. Get the double shot.

Aaron N.Aaron Nelsen: Iced coffee with milk and a shot of caramel is a perfect drink on a hot summer day.

Patrick G.Patrick Gerhart: Best coffee in Nebraska and great location in the Haymarket

PepperJax Grill is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

13. PepperJax Grill

8.0
1339 O St Ste 2, Lincoln, NE
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Lincoln · 6 tips and reviews

Victoria A.Victoria Androyna: The chicken burritos are the best!

Krista V.Krista Vogel: Get your Philly "fireball" if you dare. They'll cook everything in jalapeno juice.

R W H.R W Hoskins: Fireball it!

Hi-Way Diner is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

14. Hi-Way Diner

7.6
2105 NE-2, Lincoln, NE
Diner · 34 tips and reviews

Matthew C.Matthew Cline: Best place for cheap, good 3am food in Lincoln!!

Tracy T.Tracy Tibbels: Scrambled eggs with diced ham, and a pancake for the Magic Toast. Bottomless coffee, too!

Kelli O.Kelli Olvera: Roast beef dinner was prefect sized and so delicious. Highly recommend stopping in for dinner!

Applebee's Grill + Bar is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Lincoln.

15. Applebee's Grill + Bar

7.0
6100 O St Ste C318, Lincoln, NE
American Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Ryan D.Ryan Dunn: $.39 cent wings every day after 9 PM and Mondays and Thursdays ...

Marqel W.Marqel Washington: 45 cent wings after 9 on weekends

Sarah L.Sarah Landretti: The Chicken Quesadilla Grande is delicious, you'll need to request extra salsa, but nothing beats their Perfect Margarita! Best drink in town!