Course

Course Restaurant

Course at the Great Plains Culinary Institute, is a student run restaurant. Each semester we feature seasonal fresh items prepared by student chefs, under the supervision of Executive Chef Jade Baber. Course is open to students, staff or the public for dine-in or carryout options. Please check the hours tab for our current hours. 

The Great Plains Culinary Institute at SCC is an accredited program by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation including ACF Certified Chef Instructors. SCC unveiled the $4.2 million expansion in Spring 2018. State-of-the-art learning spaces and a full-service student-run restaurant await students who want to take their passion for food and create a work of art.

Lincoln Campus
8800 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68520-1227
Please call 402-437-2727 for reservations.

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Online Order Form

Fall 2026

Open Monday - Thursday

Meal Dates/Times

Date Time Meal Type Seating
August 24th - December 3rd 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lunch Menu Walk-in
September 7th  Closed    
September 16th Closed for Private Event    
September 24th Closed for Private Event    
October 12th - October 20th Closed    
November 17th Closed Private Event    
November 25th and Thursday, November 26th Closed    

 

Fall 2026 Lunch Menu


Shared Plates

Poutine 9 NF
house-cut russet | marchand de vin | bacon marmalade cheese curds | scallions
Eggplant Salad 9 VE DF GF NF
marinated eggplant | scallions | toasted sesame seeds

Handhelds

Served with choice of side. Gluten-free bun available.

Great Plains Burger 16* NF
bacon marmalade | mushroom duxelles | onion straws cheddar | aioli | greens | house-made sesame bun
Grilled Chicken Breast 15* DF NF
apricot-ancho bbq | grilled pineapple salsa | aioli onion straws | mixed greens | house-made sesame bun
Grilled Flank Steak 17* NF
roasted red pepper spread | sautéed onion & mushroom habanero cheese | arugula | aioli | toasted ciabatta
Mediterranean Sandwich 16 V NF *add chicken breast +4*
red lentil hummus | mixed greens | tomatoes cucumber | goat cheese | roasted red pepper balsamic drizzle | toasted ciabatta

Entrees

Cobb Salad 15 V NF *add chicken breast +4*
crumbled bacon | boiled egg | tomato | cucumber julienne carrots | mixed greens | gorgonzola | scallions sunflower seed | croutons | Lancaster dressing
Drunken Noodles 16 VE DF
*Sub grilled chicken breast +4*
fried tofu | carrot | bell pepper | onion | zucchini mushroom | black bean hoisin sauce | rice noodle toasted sesame | peanut
Breaded Chicken 18* NF
herb panko chicken | roasted garlic mash potatoes heirloom carrots | white gravy | microgreens
Blackened Cod 19* NF
pan-seared cod | parmesan polenta | corn succotash cream cheese velouté | microgreens

Sides

Steak Fries 4 V GF NF
house-cut russet | parmesan peppercorn ranch
House Salad 4 VE DF GF NF
greens | carrot | tomato | cucumber | sunflower seed
Seasonal Vegetable 4
ask your server for our current offering
Curried Potato Salad 4 V DF GF
red curry mayo | onion | peanut | cilantro
Soup du Jour 4
ask your server for our current offering

Sweets

Carrot Cake 7 V
cream cheese frosting | caramel sauce | candied pecans
candied carrot curl | feuilletine
Panna Cotta 7 GF
vanilla panna cotta | chocolate ganache | fresh
raspberries | hazelnut brittle | crème chantilly

V-vegetarian    VE-vegan    DF-dairy free    GF-gluten-free    NF-nut free

We will happily accommodate any dietary needs or restrictions.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness.

Beverages

Iced Tea 3
Lemonade 3
Rishi Hot Tea 3
Earl Grey | Peppermint | Jasmine
Yuzu Peach Green | Turmeric Ginger
House Roasted Coffee; Regular or Decaf 3

Local Partners

Absolutely Fresh Seafood - Omaha, NE

Course Ground Coffee - Lincoln, NE

Our Banquet and Buffet Operations class offers events open to the public on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 5:45 pm in the fall and spring terms. Tickets can be purchased online through our online order form.

Our Banquet and Buffet Operations class offers events open to the public on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 5:45 pm in the fall and spring terms. Tickets can be purchased online through our online order form.

Course restaurant offers a unique venue for private celebrations such as birthday gatherings, retirement celebrations, rehearsal dinners and even fundraising events. Our space accommodates up to 65 guests for seated dinners and up to 75 for cocktail hour and open house-style gatherings.

Event requirements: $300 non-refundable deposit as well as a $500 minimum for all events.

Please contact us at course@southeast.edu for more information regarding menus, availability and pricing.