Lila Mae’s Southern Kitchen & Lounge Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Lila Mae’s Southern Kitchen & Lounge, where Southern hospitality meets delicious comfort food in the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska. This vibrant eatery, located at 2110 Winthrop Rd, serves up a menu that is sure to satisfy any craving for authentic Southern cuisine.
- Nashville Hot Chicken - A must-try for spice lovers, this dish is juicy and flavor-packed.
- Fried Okra - Crispy and perfectly seasoned, paired with their exceptional special sauce.
- Shrimp and Grits - A nostalgic dish that transports diners to the Gulf Coast.
- Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes - Creamy and delectable, topped to perfection.
- Freshly Baked Cornbread - A crowd favorite that boasts a moist texture unlike any other.
The cozy ambiance, friendly staff, and live music enhance the overall experience, making every visit memorable. With generous portion sizes and reasonable prices, Lila Mae’s is a delightful spot for families and friends alike. Don't miss out on the irresistible bread pudding to end your meal on a sweet note!
Menu - Desserts
Mama's Warm Apple Crisp
Topped with ice cream and caramel.
Mississippi Mud Pie
Brownie, chocolate pudding, whipped cream, Oreos, chocolate sauce.
Kentucky Butter Cake
Topped with berry compote and caramel.
Bread Puddin
Topped with ice cream and caramel.
Georgia Sweet Peach Cobbler
Topped with ice cream and caramel.
Crispy Chicken Salad
Romaine, shredded cheese, cucumber, red onion, tomato, egg, bacon, crispy chicken.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Romaine, shredded cheese, cucumber, red onion, tomato, egg, bacon, grilled chicken.
Refreshing Spring Salad
Our vegan option: romaine, cucumber, red onion, tomato, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds.
House Salad
Romaine, shredded cheese, cucumber, red onion, tomato, egg, bacon.
Caesar Salad
Romaine, parmesan, house-made croutons, Caesar dressing.
Menu - Salads
Sunday Brunch Menu - Brunch Entrees
Mixed Berry Fruit Parfait
Mixed berry compote, Greek yogurt, granola.
Hot Chicken N Waffle
3 hand-cut, hand-breaded hot chicken tenders served over waffle with butter and syrup.
Peach Cobbler French Toast
French toast covered with peach cobbler filling.
Shrimp N Grits
Broth of beef sausage, turkey sausage, onions, peppers, celery over cheesy grits, topped with bacon and shrimp.
Oatmeal
Plain or with mixed berry compote.
Strawberry Stuffed French Toast
Fresh strawberries and whipped cream cheese stuffed between two pieces of Kentucky butter cake French toast.
Biscuit N Gravy Breakfast Sandwich
2 biscuits with eggs, cheese, choice of bacon, pork sausage, or turkey sausage: smothered with country gravy.
Okra Stew
Vegetarian. Thick stew of okra, onion, and tomato. Comes with two sides.
"Nekkid" Pork Chop
Gluten free. Flash-fried husker chop served with two sides.
Shrimp 'N Grits
Gluten free. Argentine red shrimp over cheesy grits and a broth of peppers, onions. Celery, beef and turkey sausage. Topped with bacon. Comes with one side.
Fried Whiting Fish
Gluten free. Two cornmeal-crusted whiting fillets. Topped with onions, pickles, and served with our house-made Lila sauce. Comes with two sides.
Fried Eggplant
Vegetarian. Three eggplant slices topped with parmesan. Comes with two sides.
Smothered Hamburger Steak
Hamburger patty smothered in brown gravy. Comes with two sides.
Meatloaf
Granny's secret meatloaf recipe. Served over garlic parmesan mashed potatoes. Comes with one side.
Spaghetti
Vegetarian. Spaghetti in red sauce. Comes with two sides.
Nashville Hot Chicken Strips
Three hand-cut, hand-breaded chicken breast tenders prepared in the traditional Nashville style. Served with pickles and our house-made Lila sauce. Comes with two sides.
Smothered Pork Chop
Husker chop smothered in brown gravy. Comes with two sides.
Menu - Entrees
Menu - Sandwiches
The Classic
Crispy fried chicken breast provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, Lila sauce on a brioche bun. Comes with one side.
The Big Smooth
Our double-decker! Two classic sandwiches stacked, with a waffle in the middle. Comes with one side.
The King
Crispy fried chicken breast provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, Lila sauce on a waffle bun. Comes with one side.
The Bacon Rancher
Crispy fried chicken breast provolone, bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried onion straws, pickle, house-made buttermilk ranch on a brioche bun. Comes with one side.
Shrimp Po Boy
Breaded, fried Argentine red shrimp, lettuce, tomato, red onion. Lila sauce on a brioche bun. Comes with one side.
Bacon
2 pieces.
Turkey Sausage
1 patty.
Egg
1 egg.
Pork Sausage
1 patty.
Sunday Brunch Menu - Brunch Sides
Menu - Kids' Menu
Chicken Strips
Two strips. Comes with one side.
Kids' Fish
One filet. Comes with one side.
Mac 'N Cheese
Comes with one side.
Butter Noodles
Mac noodles with butter and parmesan. Comes with one side.
Nashville Hot Chicken Cheesy Fries
Waffle fries, crispy chicken, house-made nacho sauce, pico de gallo, parsley.