This last weekend we tried The Green Gateau in downtown Lincoln. The Green Gateau is more upscale than the other places we have been; tablecloths etc. Abby and I ate here years ago but I really couldn't remember too much about it so we headed back.
The restaurant seemed pretty busy when we walked in but we were seated right away in one of the back rooms. Our waitress was very friendly and Zander being the social butterfly and ladies man that he is was constantly chatting her up. Abby and Zander ordered their usual's and I ordered the Eggs Benedict with a potato pancake. The service was prompt, which I really appreciate, and our food came fairly quick.
Abby's biscuits and gravy were a different take on the traditional classic. Not really much sausage in them but tons of other different flavors, a new spin on what can be a boring dish. The biscuits were light and fluffy and the gravy was loaded with savory spices. Abby thought they were very good and was pleasantly surprised by their flavor. I only snuck one bite but I agreed with her completely. My eggs benedict tasted good but they weren't anything too exciting and the holendaise had very little flavor. I'd rate them as average. The accompanying potato pancake was very interesting. It was very savory and loaded with herbs. Crispy on the outside and soft in the middle, very well cooked. Z enjoyed his bacon and pancake. He must have anyway because he devoured them before I could ask.
Portion sizes at The Green Gateau are very generous but their prices are higher than the other places we have been. Our bill was roughly $40 for the three of us. The food was "ok". They do interesting twists on standard breakfast fare but overall they land in the middle of the pack. I really have no complaints but nothing was jumping out as outstanding. If you are looking for a classier place to take someone and want to avoid a greasy spoon than this is the place for you.
