A vegan delivery service that opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant here in 2019. Casual dining, serving plant-based comfort dishes like crab-less cakes, mac n cheese, buffalo cauliflower wings, and bbq jackfruit nachos, and house burger. Full bar is available on the weekends. Relocated from 1434 O St. Open Tue-Thu 4:30pm-8:30pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm.
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854 N 70th St (at Meadowlane Shopping Center), Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, 68505
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 15 Nov 2023 by openlibrary
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Added by Rutabagas on 17 Aug 2018
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33 Reviews
First Review by TessFaust
Emma_XVX_Omaha
Points +218
Best Vegan Food in Nebraska! - Edit
We live in Omaha and somehow just ate here for the first time recently and OMG. If you haven’t tried it, you have to. Even if you aren’t vegan, the onion rings, crab rangoon nachos, and philly are all amazing! Can’t wait to go back!
Read morePros: Variety of options, The owner is the sweetest, TASTY AS HELL
Cons: An hour drive from Omaha lol
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bowenbs
Points +370
Super friendly staff at this little gem - Edit
I really liked how friendly the staff was at this restaurant. The food was great and the portions were super large. My partner and I were able to get two meals each out of our food. I got the Monster Mac & Cheese which comes with fried brussels sprouts and an onion ring and I was very satisfied with my meal. This was a surprisingly good option for dinner on our road trip to Nebraska! Definitely worth checking out if you’re passing through Lincoln.
Read morePros: Filling entrees + good selections, Friendly staff
Cons: Small storefront with limited seating
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SpicyCoppertop
Points +178
A delightful respite during a long road trip - Edit
We loved that Rutabagas was open and welcoming when we arrived. We had a delicious meal. The Jackfruit Nachos are fantastic.
Read morePros: Exceptional service , Yummy flavors and , Diverse food selection
Cons: The cake, not made by them, was dry.
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planthabit
Points +62
Food so good you’ll think “this is vegan?!” - Edit
The gold standard of vegan comfort food. I’ve had Rutabagas several times and it’s always on point. I love the cowgirl burger with tots and the ruta-bangin’ nachos. Seriously, just look at this picture…that’s vegan?! HECK YES. I’LL HAVE ANOTHER. THANK YOU.
Read moreRutabagas is incredible. Not only are they cooking up some of the best vegan food I’ve ever had, they’re actively building up the vegan community in Lincoln by hosting cooking classes, special brunches and animal activist events. This business deserves all the love and support. 💚
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-09
Pros: 100% vegan menu, incredible food, & supports local vegan activism
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jonnijos
Points +21
ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! - Edit
I travel nearly every week, all over the U.S., and this is without a doubt one of my top 3 favorite restaurants!
Read moreMonster Mac & cheese is perfect on every level, and all together is just ridiculous!
I never stop trying to find an amazing Ruben since being vegan for 8 years, and this is top 2 for sure, tied with a great spot in Portland.
I love the atmosphere, and even the service was phenomenal. Thank you for an amazing meal(s) (generous portions!) as I pass through Lincoln, Nebraska!!
Pros: Fantastic flavor, Generous portions, Large selection
Cons: Nada
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emmaatavuli
Points +91
Great place, fair prices - Edit
Nice to see an entirely vegan restaurant around here, which is a pretty uncommon site in this part of the country. Very good onion rings.
Read morePros: Entirely vegan, Friendly staff
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ElizabethSchnabel
Points +36
Stopped here on a road trip and it was amazing! Lots of options! - Edit
Everything we tried was delicious and the staff was very sweet and welcoming. The space is very cute and casual. I would go here every day if I lived here!
Read morePros: Large menu , Friendly staff, Delicious and flavorful
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KelcieBartlett
Points +11
Amazing! - Edit
They always have the best food! I’ve been eating here since before I became vegan and now it’s the only place I eat out at.
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BoJustus
Points +46
Amazing Tater Tots!! - Edit
I LOVE their tater tots! I had the Seitan Philly Cheesesteak which was absolutely incredible. Definitely recommend.
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nelson721
Points +90
Great place - Edit
Was in town for Gravel Worlds bike race. Ate 3 dinners and 1 lunch here over 3 days. All the food was great and excellent service. Would highly recommend.
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: None
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Derina
Points +490
Enjoyed by everyone, even my cattle rancher friend! - Edit
Was delighted to find an all-vegan option in downtown Lincoln. We ordered the Buddah bowl, Buffalo Chick'n sandwich, cheesesteak, and a side of fried pickles - all were well-enjoyed. We did takeout (only one outdoor table).
Read morePros: Good selection, Reasonably priced
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sferd
Points +252
Delicious food/friendly owner - Edit
During our 3 days in Nebraska, we ate at Rutabagas twice.
Read moreTrip 1:
Lunch: I got the 'Buddah Bowl' since it was the most veg-heavy item on the menu. I liked it, but I am NOT a big fan of Brussel sprouts. I wished I had requested more kale instead. Also, it was a *bit* heavy on sauce for me. We also ordered a small portion of tater tots which were served with tasty dipping sauce. Even without the sauce, they have a great crunch & nice seasoning. My S.O. ordered a yummy (but messy) gyro special.
Trip 2:
Brunch: I had planned to once again order the 'Buddah Bowl' (with modifications). But, was told the regular menu wasn't available--it was a smaller brunch menu (not on the website). Disappointing since I really wanted a good amount of veggies (travel can diminish veggie intake!). I asked if it would be possible to get some sautéed greens on the side. The person taking the order said she didn't think so. Luckily, a lovely young woman from the kitchen overheard us and said she had some dressed kale I could have on the side. I ordered the Smothered Potatoes and they were heaven....sauce, sour cream, avocado, etc. on top of cubed potatoes. SOOOOOOOOOOOO good! As usual, my S.O. ordered a breakfast burrito....he was VERY jealous of my dish. The dressed kale was a yummy palate cleanser.
We also got a cinnamon roll for take-out. While visiting Homestead National Historic Park (super interesting!) later, we split the cinnamon roll--it was honestly the best vegan cinnamon roll I've had. Poofy, but plenty of cinnamon & icing.
During both visits, we spoke to the owner who is really nice. I asked her to use her influence in the Lincoln community to convince local restaurants to add vegan breakfast options. She mentioned that she specifically doesn't have a salad on the menu (since it's meant to be comfort food), but the 'Buddah Bowl' is meant to be a warm salad. I told her that I wished she DID have a salad!!😄
One great thing she mentioned is that tips are shared with the entire staff. It's something she learned from working in restaurants herself.
Pros: Great vibe, friendly owner, Smothered potatoes & tater tots, Comfort food twist on vegan favorites
Cons: No salad!
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itssarahthyme
Points +32
SO GOOD - Edit
I was in Lincoln for a wedding and was excited to see a vegan restaurant. I was beyond happy with everything!! The place is super cute which is nice. But the food even better. The vegan burger was maybe my fave veg burger I’ve ever had. The double banger is sooo good (I’d buy it by the bucket if I could). And the chocolate chip cookies were amazing too. The only thing I didn’t love was the fried pickles (instead of pickle chips fried they fried whole long spears). Wish there were a Rutabagas near me!!
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Excellent food, Nice vibe
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McRehwaldt
Points +33
Delicious and delightful - Edit
Nachos were great!
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DianeH
Points +1177
So good! - Edit
I loved this little restaurant…great choices, super friendly service, and tasty food. If I lived in Lincoln, I’d eat there often!
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Soybabee
Points +21
Excellent vegan food!! - Edit
This place has amazing cruelty free food. I e been to restaurants all over the world that are vegetarian and vegan but this place is my favorite and it’s right in my hometown. You will not be disappointed!!
Read morePros: Everything is splendid, Promoting vegan fare
Cons: I wish they’d open another location
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ChelseaCamis
Points +61
So good! - Edit
Glad I had this amazing this to go to while in Lincoln, it's so deng good
Read morePros: Vegan af
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mtam
Points +13
Amazing food - Edit
Had a amazing variety of vegan options to choose from! Everything tasted great- will definitely be going back!
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KaylieWittwer
Points +18
Vegan Comfort Food - Edit
I love this place! The mac n cheese is to die for and my son really liked his kids meal as well.😄
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AmandaJensen
Points +30
One of my favorites! - Edit
This is the first place in Lincoln that I’ve gone that’s entirely vegan! We go here for special occasions and whenever we are craving comfort food. One our first trip there, they gave us free donuts that they were thinking about adding to the menu and they were great!
Read moreCons: Expensive
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zane-plants
Points +190
Trendy All Vegan Spot - Edit
I had the Mac n cheese which came with a massive onion ring and fried brussel sprouts - solid! Huge menu and good vibe inside.
Read morePros: Huge menu, High quality food, Vibe
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hec0605
Points +615
Great food fair prices - Edit
This is by far one of my favorite little restaurants I’ve had the pleasure of finding.
Read moreTheir food is made well and have quality ingredients, it’s a must if you want affordable, delicious and nutritious food
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Bananasaurus
Points +19
Delicious Vegan Comfort Food - Edit
Not only does this place have amazing food, but the owner, Sara, is a gem and very inviting. Everything here tastes fresh, and I'm OBSESSED with their cashew ranch. Stop in on Sundays for brunch, too! You definitely won't regret it. Highly recommend coming here for a quick yet delicious stop for 100% plant-based food.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, weekly specials that are always changing
Cons: Slightly expensive
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EmilyNyberg
Points +62
Quick stop for food - Edit
Delicious desserts and friendly service. We did their online ordering for a set pickup time and unfortunately, it seemed like the food had been sitting on the counter for some time as the fried cauliflower breading was soft and was missing a crunchy, even though we showed up at our pickup time and ate our food shortly after. We’ll probably be back to try other dishes since it’s one of the few vegan restaurants in the area and the rest of the menu sounds good, but weren’t wowed by this visit.
Read morePros: All vegan!, Easy to find, Online ordering
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makcurtis
Points +1111
Lincoln’s best vegan restaurant - Edit
Let me begin by saying that the owner, Sara, is one of the loveliest people on this planet, and she’s the highlight of every Rutabaga’s excursion. Every meal tastes like a home-cooked delight, and I am seldom disappointed. My favorite items are the patty melt and the Philly cheesesteak that was recently on special. The cocktails are excellent as well. Rutabaga’s has a points-based reward system that allows you to earn free food and drinks.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Sara ❤️, Rewards system
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aleaf27
Points +16
Amazing food - Edit
I took my sister and her husband here. It was their first time eating vegan. They loved it. We got the pineapple guac to share which was great. They both loved their southwest bowls and I had their burger. Everything was delicious! Was surprised to find a good vegan place in Lincoln
Read morePros: Great tasting foood, Good price , Customer service
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Hodzic_fam
Points +1812
Good vegan comfort food - Edit
Friendly staff with good food. Highly recommend if you’re in Lincoln NE. Also, the food is very fairly priced.
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