Best Mexican Food in Lincoln

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We are located in Lincoln, NE at 4747 Pioneers Blvd 300 300 Suite 300

Lincoln's home for progressive Mexican cuisine

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Bold flavors, fresh ingredients, Lincoln's table

Copal brings authentic Mexican cuisine with progressive preparation to Pioneers Blvd — celebrating the depth of Mexican culinary heritage through artfully crafted dishes and genuine hospitality.

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Margaritas worth ordering twice

From the mezcal-forward Copal signature to cucumber-jalapeño, mango, and strawberry — our margarita lineup is one of the most talked-about things on the table.

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Let us cater your next event

Bring bold Mexican flavors to your next celebration, office lunch, family gathering, or special event. With generous portions and crowd-friendly favorites, catering makes it easy to share great food and create a memorable meal for everyone.

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A room worth gathering in

A relaxed energy to Lincoln with a space that feels polished without being formal. Rooted in Mexican culture and designed for good conversation, it’s an easy choice for cocktails at the bar, a laid-back dinner, happy hour with friends, or a night out with the whole group.

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Can’t rave enough about this place. First off the salsa they bring out with the chips and salsa is AMAZING!! I was craving some authentic street tacos… So we got the street tacos and the shrimp/fish tacos 🌮 Our favorite was definitely the beef - but they were both delicious. The server, who I think was the owner….told us all about how they cooked meat, what part of the cow they used and how it was as the authentic way his family did it.

Hannah A.

Food 5* we both enjoyed our fresh chips and salsa with our meal. I ordered the birria tacos and they did not disappoint. I do prefer my consomé a little thinner, however it had great flavor! Nice crispy shells served with onion and crema. Margaritas were happy hour priced since it was Sunday. Added bonus! Service 5* Our waitress gave great suggestions, friendly, and attentive. Restaurant was not busy when we arrived but filled up quickly for the dinner rush.

Chelsea K.

First time here and it was great! Been meaning to try for years - will definitely be back again. The Chicken Tinga Burrito was amazing - the sauce on it also made it! The inside is decorated nicely, lots of windows and has booths, tables and bar seating. Staff were great and friendly!

Ashley S.

Almost two years after my first visit I stand by my initial review. Food and bevs are still excellent and despite plan-demic staffing issues service was acceptable. Who knew such great food was available in Lincoln? I was skeptical to try a Mexican restaurant self described as progressive for fear of them putting a kooky spin on classic dishes. They kept the experimentation to a minimum and focused on making really delicious meals that made me want more.

Julian D.

Food is SO fresh! The menu is pretty standard but what sets the food is apart is all super quality, fresh ingredients that really make you taste the difference. Even my jalapeño tequila and cucumber drink had amazing diced cucumbers in it that my mom ended up stealing! The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly as well.

Sam M.