badgers007 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Mentioned in the off-season that I would be stopping back for some suggestions as we get closer to Wisconsin @ Nebraska on October 7th. I will be driving from Chicago. We're likely to get to the hotel around 3:00pm on Friday. In our mid-20's and looking for suggestions regarding food, bars, pregame spots / tailgates, etc. For Friday, where would you suggest to eat and grab some craft beer before going out at night? I know Lincoln has Hopcat, and there's also one in Chicago and Madison, but how is Boiler Brewing and Longwell's? Any other suggestions for places with quality beer and bar food? Is there a main strip of bars to go out at night? Game-time hasn't been announced, but what should we look to do on Saturday with respect to bars and tailgating? Lastly, for tickets/seating in Memorial Stadium, are there sections worth avoiding due to obstructed views, etc.? Thanks in advance! 1 Quote Link to comment
Herbie95 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Longwell's is going to be the best place if you wish to watch any sports because of their giant screen. Misty's is a staple for a good steak and they have a downtown location too. Lots of tailgating all around the stadium wherever anyone can put one. The Embassy Suites has a really nice set-up. The bars on O street are "the strip" in lincoln. If you want pizza that isn't your usual chain type of place head to Yia Yia's. Avoid any seats in the east or west stadium that are too far under the deck--the support pillars will impede your view and if people stand up causing you to have to stand the deck will block part of the field. Also the last few rows in the east and west stands are too low and the teams and other people on the field block your view. These rows were added when the track was removed 50+ years ago. Here's a link to a map that show the obstructed view seats in yellow. http://www.huskers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?&ATCLID=211027703 2 Quote Link to comment
C N Red Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Dont waste your money to see a blowout. 3 Quote Link to comment
Fru Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Lazlo's down in the Haymarket would be a good spot for a Friday night for food and beer. Misty's is a steakhouse downtown and would also be a good spot. Longwell's is a fun spot, not my favorite, but definitely fun. If you want wings, I'd say check out Watering Hole on O Street. I'm partial to the Garlic Parm. O Street has a strip of bars, but it's kind of the "I just turned 21!" crowd, it can be fun if that's what you're looking for. The Railyard is a little more relaxed vibe. Tavern on the square and Gate 25 are good spots to just kick it. Quote Link to comment
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badgers007 Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 40 minutes ago, passranch said: Think you might have some room in your car to take a slightly used Athletic Director with you back to Madison? Asking for a friend... Won't be going back to Madison, but I can drop him at Kirkwood in Chicago. 3 Quote Link to comment
Cdog923 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Bring some beer, a cooler, a lawn chair and an umbrella, and just set up shop in whatever end zone Nebraska is heading towards. You'll get a great view of the game, and won't be bothered for most of the game. 3 Quote Link to comment
badgers007 Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 1 hour ago, Herbie95 said: Longwell's is going to be the best place if you wish to watch any sports because of their giant screen. Misty's is a staple for a good steak and they have a downtown location too. Lots of tailgating all around the stadium wherever anyone can put one. The Embassy Suites has a really nice set-up. The bars on O street are "the strip" in lincoln. If you want pizza that isn't your usual chain type of place head to Yia Yia's. Avoid any seats in the east or west stadium that are too far under the deck--the support pillars will impede your view and if people stand up causing you to have to stand the deck will block part of the field. Also the last few rows in the east and west stands are too low and the teams and other people on the field block your view. These rows were added when the track was removed 50+ years ago. Here's a link to a map that show the obstructed view seats in yellow. http://www.huskers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?&ATCLID=211027703 Is Embassy Suites an organized event or do they just open their lot for people to park/tailgate? Thanks for seating recommendations. Wisconsin's allotment is sold out, but if we found tickets in the visitor sections in NE or SW part of the stadium, are those OK for viewing? Quote Link to comment
badgers007 Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 1 hour ago, Fru said: Lazlo's down in the Haymarket would be a good spot for a Friday night for food and beer. Misty's is a steakhouse downtown and would also be a good spot. Longwell's is a fun spot, not my favorite, but definitely fun. If you want wings, I'd say check out Watering Hole on O Street. I'm partial to the Garlic Parm. O Street has a strip of bars, but it's kind of the "I just turned 21!" crowd, it can be fun if that's what you're looking for. The Railyard is a little more relaxed vibe. Tavern on the square and Gate 25 are good spots to just kick it. Think we're partial to both a "rowdier" and "relaxed" crowd, so good to know there are options in close proximity to one another. Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Night Before Lounge is good wholesome fun. 2 Quote Link to comment
Herbie95 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 50 minutes ago, badgers007 said: Is Embassy Suites an organized event or do they just open their lot for people to park/tailgate? Thanks for seating recommendations. Wisconsin's allotment is sold out, but if we found tickets in the visitor sections in NE or SW part of the stadium, are those OK for viewing? Embassy Suites is an organized event that is free to the public. However you are going to have to park someplace else. Both NE or SW parts of the stadium are ok viewing and I believe those are where the visitor sections are located. The largest instant replay board is above the North stands and the visiting team runs out of the SW corner of the endzone so you may prefer SW to the NE. Also if Wisconsin brings a pep band they would typically be in the SE section of the stadium near their fans. I have seasons ticket in the NE and I think it's just fine particularly with a new wrap around instant replay boards directly in front of me. Quote Link to comment
Cdog923 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 17 minutes ago, billdozer15 said: Night Before Lounge is good wholesome fun. Say high to Sipple. Quote Link to comment
teachercd Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Check out Blur Parties...you can buy tickets that are like 50 dollars for all you can drink and eat. It is a great spot and tons of fun http://blurparties.com/omaha Other than that, bar hop on O street. I would hit The Bar The Bar since you are in your mid 20's, I would hit Sandy's (starts early there), I would hit up Barry's and get on the rooftop. Quote Link to comment
Herbie95 Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 9 minutes ago, teachercd said: Check out Blur Parties...you can buy tickets that are like 50 dollars for all you can drink and eat. It is a great spot and tons of fun http://blurparties.com/omaha Other than that, bar hop on O street. I would hit The Bar The Bar since you are in your mid 20's, I would hit Sandy's (starts early there), I would hit up Barry's and get on the rooftop. Yes, I agree Barry's on the rooftop is a must. Barry's is a long time establishment that has a lot of history. It's been there forever. Quote Link to comment
teachercd Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Just now, Herbie95 said: Yes, I agree Barry's on the rooftop is a must. Barry's is a long time establishment that has a lot of history. It's been there forever. I love that the former owners started to just keep it opened up two days a week and said they "couldn't make money"...Yeah...sweet move. Quote Link to comment
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