Reviews (402) 470-7217 Call Direction Photos About
Call Direction Reviews

About

Pepe's Bistro, Lincoln's premier Vegan restaurant, offers a unique dining experience that caters to the growing demand for plant-based cuisine. As a dedicated Vegetarian restaurant, we take pride in serving creative, mouth-watering dishes that are not only delicious but also sustainable and cruelty-free. Located at 1311 S 11th St, Lincoln, NE 68502, our cozy bistro provides a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a night out with friends, a romantic evening, or a quick lunch break. Our menu features an array of innovative, 100% plant-based options that are carefully crafted to satisfy any palate. At Pepe's Bistro, we're committed to providing exceptional service, using only the freshest ingredients, and supporting local farmers whenever possible. Whether you're a long-time vegan or just exploring the world of plant-based eating, we invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Come taste the difference at Pepe's Bistro, where compassion meets flavor!

Pepe's Bistro Review Summary

The summary is generated by AI, based on reviews.

Reviews & Ratings

Leave a Review
4.9
(231 Reviews)
5
4
3
2
1
[bip_review_summary]

Leave a Review

rating iconrating iconrating iconrating iconrating icon rating iconrating iconrating iconrating iconrating icon Select a rating
Overall
Drop files here

OR

Allowed file types: .jpg, .jpe, .jpeg, .gif, .png, .bmp, .ico
(You can upload 10 files)
Please drag & drop the files to rearrange the order
Yashar E. Azam
Yashar E. Azam -Local Guide
a year ago
Food tastes great here. But. I wish there was another dimension of rating for places on Google Maps.I’d give 5/5 for the ambiance, purpose, character and attitude of Pepe.He’s the founder of Bike Kitchen (search for it if you don’t know about it — it’s...Read More
Kirsten A
Kirsten A -Local Guide
4 days ago
Although I've had Pepe's wonderful vegan creations at various pop-ups, the Farmer's Market, etc. I had never set foot in his Bistro! A recent menu enticed me, the stars aligned, and I got my husband to meet me for lunch.I already knew I wanted the...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Scott Perkins
Scott Perkins -Local Guide
a year ago
Great vegetarian and vegan selection. Loved everything we tried. Large portions. Friendly owner. I wish I lived closer, but will definitely be back.Dietary restrictions: Ask about gluten-free options. We tried the nachos. Delicious! Dessert options were also both vegan and gluten-free.
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Mikayla Findlay
Mikayla Findlay
a year ago
Pepe’s food is delicious! He sources his ingredients from local farms and is truly one of Lincoln’s best, most virtuous, owner-operators. Pepe helps people in countless ways and his restaurant’s offerings creativity highlight flavors inherent in plant-based cuisine, helping animals. The menu at Pepe’s varies...Read More
Ryan M. Dreier
Ryan M. Dreier -Local Guide
a year ago
A wonderful vegan spot with great food. I would call it Mexican Fusion. Our host was very friendly and offered free hot tea. I had the bbq torta, my wife had the curry taco salad but it looks like there's a rotating menu that...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Shelby Bruss
Shelby Bruss -Local Guide
6 months ago
Second time going, he has some amazing gluten free options. The menu is small, but changes frequently because he uses fresh local produce. After I ate there the first time, we ran into the owner at the local organic market.Every time is a unique experience,...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Freedom Thompson
Freedom Thompson -Local Guide
3 years ago
Great friendly customer service.Delicious Vegan Nachos Valencia.Watermelon lemonade was refreshing.Pepe, is always highly supportive of the community. Great to see the display of prompting the local Porch Art Walk event in Lincoln 8/8/21 in the Historical Everett Neighborhood.
Tera Hunt
Tera Hunt
8 months ago
I only recently heard about Pepe’s Bistro through a friend and then saw their page on Instagram which intrigued me. I decided I needed to check it out asap. When I walked in I was warmly welcomed by the owner and was shown the menu....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Adrienne Wilson
Adrienne Wilson
4 years ago
Pepe's has the absolute best vegetarian food in Lincoln. The flavors and colors are vibrant and rich. Every dish comes out beautifully plated and perfectly cooked. I love how the menu is small and always changing. Pepe always gives each dish his own unique twist...Read More
Ella Ricker
Ella Ricker -Local Guide
2 years ago
Food was great! However, I ordered a burrito and got a burger. Probably half my fault for not checking the to go box before driving away. Very tasty burger all the same! Can't wait to return to try more.Vegetarian options: All vegan!
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Robert A Rieck Jr
Robert A Rieck Jr -Local Guide
3 years ago
This meal is five star delicious! The kind of taste a meat eater could say "Well if all vegan food tasted this good, I could probably be vegan." Pepe's Bistro uses local, fresh and organic ingredients!Shredded BBQ Torta ingredients:Slightly toasted Mexican bun filled with...Read More
Jenni Hansen
Jenni Hansen
2 weeks ago
Pepe’s is AWESOME! I am not vegetarian or vegan, but the food is the absolute best! I love the curry taco bowl. I always feel so nourished and well taken care of when I visit Pepe’s. And the fact that he truly cares about his...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Joanna Jones
Joanna Jones -Local Guide
9 months ago
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Josh Bradburn
Josh Bradburn -Local Guide
a month ago
Wow, this is one of my favorite restaurants of all time, and just walking up felt like home (Portland OR). The staff here is incredible, and Pepe personally came to talk to us personally, welcome to Nebraska (as well as talked to the other guests),...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Jessica Richter
Jessica Richter
a month ago
As a Portlander, used to excellent vegan food, I have to say that I was amazed by the incredible flavors. The mole sauce was the best I’ve had to date. Pepe is a generous and kind host, and made sure our first time felt warm...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Levi O. Olson
Levi O. Olson
4 weeks ago
The poor man's lobster is ridiculously good, his dips, sauces, and soups have the best flavor combinations you can't find anywhere else. I absolutely have to get his horchata coffee every visit. For years I've been hyping up the avocado cheesecake, the first thing I...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Caleb Wittenburg
Caleb Wittenburg -Local Guide
2 months ago
Delicious rotating all vegan menu. Gluten-free options. Excellent environment and vibes. I can not recommend this restaurant enough. Try every menu item and you won't be disappointed. Pepe is the man!Vegetarian options: All menu items are vegetarian and vegan.Dietary restrictions: No dairy whatsoever, vegan, gluten-free...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
David A
David A -Local Guide
11 months ago
I’ve eaten vegan food in LA, Denver, and now Lincoln. Pepe’s is definitely in my top 3 vegan restaurants of all time. The vegan mole enchiladas were satisfying in every way. The perfect amount of spice with a complex blend of flavor. I would definitely...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Randy Soi Boi
Randy Soi Boi -Local Guide
a year ago
I've been following Pepe's on IG for a while & finally got the chance to go. The food was delicious, the vibes were immaculate and the service was top notch. I got a jar of jalapeños & carrots to take home and they're amazing too....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Kyrsten Athan
Kyrsten Athan -Local Guide
2 years ago
Got some burritos from Pepe during the farmers market. They were delicious!! Both varieties were flavorful, fresh, and high quality. I can’t believe I haven’t tried the burritos sooner but will definitely be coming back for more of Pepe’s food soon!! ...Read More
Evan Dunn
Evan Dunn
2 years ago
I want to start out by saying I have never written a google review, but this is my first and only because Pepe’s is some of the best food I’ve ever had. I’m not vegan, but still this is likely my new favorite restaurant in...Read More
Maricela Bustamante-Tixteco
Maricela Bustamante-Tixteco
2 years ago
My boyfriend and I loved this place! We had been trying to come for some time and finally got to. All I can say is YUM!!! For the first time in history, I actually finished eating before my bf and ended with a super clean...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Amber S
Amber S
a year ago
All vegan! We aren’t vegan, but with a dairy allergy, my child can only eat at vegan restaurants. Almost all of them offer nachos, but this was by far our favorite in the entire midwest! So much flavor! Two of us could barely eat one...Read More
Brian Spale
Brian Spale
3 years ago
Went to Pepe's for the first time today with a buddy. Ordered the burrito. It was excellent. Didn't realize until we were in the way back to work that it didn't have meat, and the ingredients were all local and fresh. Despite the large portion,...Read More
holden
holden -Local Guide
2 years ago
I'm not even vegan and Pepe's might be my favorite restaurant in Lincoln. Great food, big portions, delicious flavors, and reasonable prices. Highly recommend chickn ranchero tacos, curry burrito, burrito nirvana, and, of course, breakfast burritos.Plus, lots of community focused events, activities, and support like...Read More
Amy Green
Amy Green
5 years ago
Every meal has been delicious, creative, fresh, and crafted with attention to flavor and community. Pepe has blended his love for food, community and family into a truly one of a kind business model based on local, authentic and kindness at every level. If you...Read More
Nathan
Nathan
5 years ago
Only one word can describe this place: Amazing—from the quality of the ingredients to the flavors and taste!! Not only is everything on the menu delicious, but you can feel good knowing it is made up of fresh, local ingredients! Pepe’s—which promotes local artists, makers,...Read More
Yazmin G
Yazmin G
4 years ago
Pepe is one of the most amazing human beings I have ever meet. He is always going out of his way to help others, and would take the shirt off his back for anyone in a heart beat.He is a foundational stone in our communityP.s....Read More
Zoey Greer
Zoey Greer -Local Guide
3 years ago
So I couldn't actually eat anything here despite it smelling delicious, since it all had bell peppers that day and I'm allergic, but the chef was kind enough to inform me of that and then gave us a horchata on the house (which was AMAZING)...Read More
Rob Shepard
Rob Shepard
5 years ago
Savory mole enchiladas; barbecue tortas served on locally baked bolio bread, topped with lime-drizzled cabbage slaw, pickles, and peppers; poblano peppers loaded with roasted mushrooms, spinach, and onions, and topped with tangy ranchero sauce with a side of slowly simmered black beans and greens drizzled...Read More
Philip Joy
Philip Joy -Local Guide
2 years ago
Fantastic food. Order to go almost every week! Pepe is a maestro at using local sourcing for ingredients and making vegetarian sandwiches that are unbeatable!!!Vegetarian options: Everything is vegetarian.Parking: Right at the front door.

Features

Service options

check icon Outdoor seating
check icon Takeout
check icon Dine-in
Delivery

Popular for

check icon Lunch
check icon Dinner
check icon Solo dining

Accessibility

check icon Wheelchair accessible entrance
check icon Wheelchair accessible parking lot
check icon Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

check icon Coffee
check icon Comfort food
check icon Healthy options
check icon Quick bite
check icon Small plates
check icon Vegan options
check icon Vegetarian options

Dining options

check icon Breakfast
check icon Lunch
check icon Dinner
check icon Dessert
check icon Seating

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

check icon Casual
check icon Cozy
check icon Trendy

Crowd

check icon College students

Planning

Accepts reservations

Payments

check icon Credit cards
check icon Debit cards
check icon NFC mobile payments

Children

check icon Good for kids