Many of Nebraska’s small-town restaurants have personality for days. Tub’s Pub in Sumner is well known and loved throughout the area not only for their delicious prime rib and steaks, but for their delightful enthusiasm for Christmas.

Tub's is located in Sumner, a little village of about 235 people in Dawson County. It looks modest from the outside...
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...and most of the year, it looks like a pretty typical small-town restaurant on the inside.
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But in late fall, the lights and decorations start going up. The anticipation for the holiday is evident in the care the restaurant staff takes in making the interior festive.
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The lights are everywhere. They seem to cover every surface, and the colorful twinkling creates a magical sort of atmosphere.
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This little restaurant is very popular all year, drawing in customers from all over the area. Around Christmas, though, it's so fun to see people's reactions when they walk in and see the decorations.
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When the house lights are down low and the thousands of Christmas lights are on, the atmosphere is extraordinary.
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It may not be the most complex or intricate Christmas display to ever occupy the interior of a restaurant, but the eatery's modest size and laid-back vibe makes this exuberant display of holiday spirit all the more delightful.
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This enchanting display is beloved by Tub’s Pub patrons, who look forward to the colorful lights every year. And, by the way, did we mention that the food is amazing? It’s true – no matter what time of year it is, you’re guaranteed to find a delicious meal here.

Find Tub’s Pub at 107 W 5th Ave, Sumner, NE 68878. They’re open from 7:30 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. every day but Sunday.

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