Opening hours
Closed · opens 3:00 PM
| Monday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Lincoln: 11:21 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (402) 770-0292 to confirm.
Location & directions
408 South 11th StreetLincoln, NE 68508
About The Hot Mess
The Hot Mess is a bar located at 408 South 11th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. Our Lincoln guide covers 515 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
The Hot Mess is open 7 days a week, usually 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM. It stays open late, until 12:00 AM on most nights.
You can reach the team at (402) 770-0292.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 408 South 11th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508
- Phone
- (402) 770-0292
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 4 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Hot Mess’s weekday schedule with 14 other bars in Lincoln. On a typical weekday it opens at 3:00 PM, earlier than 64% of them (the typical opening time is 4:00 PM) and closes at 12:00 AM, in line with the typical 1:00 AM.
In total it is open about 60 hours a week, about the same as the local median (59 hours). 64% of bars in Lincoln open on Sundays, and The Hot Mess is one of them.
Compared with 14 other bars in Lincoln that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have The Hot Mess’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask The Hot Mess directly at (402) 770-0292 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Hot Mess there are 98 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 125 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (25), Cafes & Coffee (15), Bakeries & Desserts (11), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (9).
Competition is strong: 16 other bars are within a mile and 17 within three miles. The closest is The Old Pub, < 0.1 mi away.
67 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexMuchachos< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCottonwood Cafe< 0.1 mi
- AmericanThe Green Gateau< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodDavinci's0.3 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternSultan's Kite0.3 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Hot Mess's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM. Monday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Thursday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is The Hot Mess open on Sunday?
Yes, The Hot Mess is open on Sundays: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is The Hot Mess located?
The Hot Mess is located at 408 South 11th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508.
What is the phone number of The Hot Mess?
You can call The Hot Mess at (402) 770-0292.
Is The Hot Mess open late?
Yes – The Hot Mess is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near The Hot Mess?
There are 125 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Hot Mess. Nearby options include Muchachos (< 0.1 mi), Cottonwood Cafe (< 0.1 mi), and The Green Gateau (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near The Hot Mess?
16 other bars within a mile. The closest is The Old Pub, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
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