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Reactor

About Reactor

At Reactor, a favorite Coffee & Tea in Lincoln, NE, we make it easy to enjoy fresh coffee on the go. Backed by a 4.80 rating and 176 reviews, our shop stands out for great service and quality and a convenient, customer-first experience.

★★★★★ 4.80 rating (176 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Sam Otte

Sam Otte

Edited 9 months ago

Love Reactor Coffee!!!! 100% recommend to everyone! I get tea there multiple times a week with my fiancé (now wife). They’ve added new options that I recommend trying. We’ve been going here around two years and it is nice to see that they keep updating and trying new things! Great atmosphere and great people!! Edit: We now have two kids and still love reactor although we don’t get to go as often every time we come in it’s the warmest welcome and they always remember us! It’s crazy how time flys! Definitely go here! They have amazing coffee!

Dee Dee Christensen

Dee Dee Christensen

Edited 2 years ago

This place is the best coffee shop in Lincoln, imo. Prices are actually reasonable and they have a weekly “experiment” which is always $3. Comfortable, chill atmosphere and staff is outstanding.

Matt Greil

Matt Greil

3 years ago

Heard so many good things about Reactor! This was my first time here and everyone had been telling me to try their "Experiment Coffee", where the baristas come up with new and interesting flavor combinations every week. Last week, it was the "BUTTerNUT Revenge", and it was wicked good! If they had it every week, that would be my go-to iced coffee!!

Justine Yeo Bircher

Justine Yeo Bircher

2 years ago

Always love how creative and affordable ($3) their weekly experiments are. Their beans are also from Canyon Coffee Roasters, so you know the espresso is fabulous. Baristas are highly personable, vibe is so cozy, space is filled with local flyers and local items. So much to love about Reactor. 🧪

Alex Williams

Alex Williams

Edited 3 years ago

Favorite cup of coffee in Lincoln! Atmospheric and overall very welcoming. Has a great drink selection and unbeatable prices! With the addition of food, there's no reason to skip the trip! Great staff, and plenty of plants to keep anyone happy :) Overall can't recommend enough!

Arielle Teager

Arielle Teager

2 years ago

Great space with a neat esthetic and friendly barista! She was so personable and kind- turned out to be the owner! Enjoyed my coffee, shop had a great layout, and don’t get me started on the cinnamon waffle. Their coffee special and a treat was under $8- both very tasty. A good choice whether you’re looking for a place to study like I was or to catch up with friends!

Amzi McFarling

Amzi McFarling

Edited 7 months ago

Excellent coffee shop! It's fun to see what the experiment of the week is. The staff is amazing! They are also dog friendly!

David Loos

David Loos

a year ago

First off, I am a coffee snob and I love me some good coffee. So this review is going to have technical terms and it might be a bit nerdy. But for those of you who don't want to read the whole thing, in summary, before I describe in detail, love the place and the atmosphere. You need to go here! Now in depth: Food: I told the barista to surprise me with my drink. She did not disappoint. I don't remember the name of it, but it had something like s'mores and cinnamon. It was a latte and I loved it! The baristas know what they're doing! The balance of the coffee with the flavor was excellent. The milk consistency was fantastic and the barista did a wonderful job with there Astoria espresso machine. Atmosphere: I loved all the decorations and the cute mugs on the wall! If you are sitting down inside, use one of their cute mugs! They had some really nice decorations and it felt very homey. Good light and it felt very comfortable. There wasn't any music playing, which I loved. It is a dog friendly place!!! That is huge for me! This is my new favorite coffee shop! The only thing I wish for improvement was the size of the coffee shop And parking. Parking was pretty tight. The first time I went, I parked a block away. The first time I went, I parked a block away. But that's a good sign! The coffee shop feels a little bit like a hole in the wall and if you enjoy that aesthetic, check it out! I do like my space and I felt a little bit cramped. Service: The barista was fantastic! Kind, clear, and knew what she was doing. Overall, this feels like a mom and pop shop. I love those types of places and will definitely be going back! I am sold on this place.

Lara Thompson

Lara Thompson

4 months ago

Faaantastic coffee shop!! Staff are FANTASTIC humans that always try to put a smile on your face as soon as you walk in. The atmosphere is very cozy & intimate but you can easily read and study for hours here! HIGHLY RECOMMEND REACTOR!!

Brittany Clark

Brittany Clark

4 months ago

After years of being a consistent Scooters girl to then seven brew, I have since switched up to Reactor and it has been the best switch up of my life. As a caffeine fueled ADHD entrepreneur having a coffee that slaps every time has kept me sane. You don't have to worry that a drink you order regularly will taste different each time. The prices are great, vibes are great, coffee is great. 10/10

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed inside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

2124 Y St #102, Lincoln, NE 68503, United States

Hours

Closed · Wednesday 8 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-6 PM
Thursday 8 AM-6 PM
Friday 8 AM-6 PM
Saturday 9 AM-6 PM
Sunday 9 AM-6 PM
Monday 8 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-6 PM
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