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Gratitude Cafe and Bakery

Bakery café in Lincoln, NE 68505: opening hours, location and what to order.

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Opening hours

 
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MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday9 AM – Noon
SundayClosed

3 hours a week across 1 day. Holiday hours may differ.

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1551 N Cotner Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68505

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Address1551 N Cotner Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68505
StyleBakery café
CountyLancaster County
Time zoneCentral Time
From city center2.4 mi northeast

About Gratitude Cafe and Bakery

Gratitude Cafe and Bakery is a bakery café at 1551 N Cotner Blvd, 2.4 mi northeast of the Lincoln city center.

Lincoln has 51 places on our map that bake or sell fresh pastry, and this is one of them, roughly one for every 5,894 residents. Nearest alternative: The Cookie Company at 6100 O St, 1.0 mi away.

The listed hours start at 9 AM and run as late as Noon, for about 3 hours across 1 day a week. Plan around Sunday: it is listed as closed that day.

What to order

Typical items at a bakery café like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Morning pastries

  • Cranberry orange sconeCrumbly, cream-based scone with tart dried cranberries and fresh orange zest, brushed with a light citrus glaze.
  • Morning bunCroissant dough coiled with cinnamon and orange sugar, baked in a muffin tin until the edges caramelize and crunch.
  • Butter croissantLaminated pastry with dozens of crisp, shattering layers and a honeycombed, buttery interior; best eaten the morning it's baked.
  • Almond croissantDay-old croissant soaked in syrup, filled with almond frangipane and rebaked under sliced almonds and powdered sugar.

Breakfast

  • Quiche of the dayWedge of deep-dish quiche with a buttery crust, filled with eggs, cream and rotating vegetables or meats, served with greens.
  • Ham & Gruyère egg sandwichFried egg, shaved ham and melted Gruyère on toasted brioche with a swipe of Dijon mustard.
  • Greek yogurt parfaitLayers of thick Greek yogurt, fresh berries and house granola with honey; cool, crunchy and lightly sweet.
  • Steel-cut oatmealSlow-simmered steel-cut oats with a nutty chew, topped with brown sugar, fresh fruit and a splash of milk.

Sandwiches

  • Roast beef & cheddarRare roast beef, sharp white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on toasted rye; peppery and rich.
  • Tuna meltTuna salad and melted Swiss griddled on sourdough until the bread is golden and the cheese starts to bubble.
  • Grilled vegetable paniniPressed focaccia filled with roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant, pesto and provolone; crisp, smoky and herby.
  • Turkey avocado on sourdoughRoasted turkey, avocado, tomato, greens and herb mayo on toasted country sourdough; a fresh, filling lunch staple.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
  • Closed on Sundays — plan weekend treats for Saturday.
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Food for sale on the counter of Jacob's Bakery + Cafe 2025-10-08 — illustrative photo
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Display case in a Chinese bakery — illustrative photo
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 4 — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo
Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 2 — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo

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Questions about Gratitude Cafe and Bakery

What are Gratitude Cafe and Bakery's hours?
Gratitude Cafe and Bakery's listed hours are Mon–Fri: Closed; Sat: 9 AM – Noon; Sun: Closed. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Gratitude Cafe and Bakery open on Sunday?
No, Gratitude Cafe and Bakery is listed as closed on Sundays.
What time does Gratitude Cafe and Bakery open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 9 AM on Saturday.
Where is Gratitude Cafe and Bakery located?
Gratitude Cafe and Bakery is at 1551 N Cotner Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68505. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What should I order at Gratitude Cafe and Bakery?
As a bakery café, typical picks include Cranberry orange scone, Morning bun, Quiche of the day, and Ham & Gruyère egg sandwich. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Gratitude Cafe and Bakery?
Nearby options include The Cookie Company (1.0 mi), Le Quartier Bakery and Cafe (1.0 mi), and Krispy Kreme (1.1 mi).

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Krispy Kreme
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Big Apple Bagels
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