There’s something endlessly lovable about the classic bar & grill setup that you’ll find in just about every Nebraska town. Whether it’s the centerpiece of a bustling downtown or the only business for miles around, the small-town restaurant always seems to be a favorite for locals and visitors alike. That goes double for this little hidden gem in Butler County.

The tiny village of Linwood, Nebraska, has a permanent population of fewer than 100 people, which might make it little more than a dot on a map to some people. But stop in for a visit and you'll see that this quiet rural place is worth a stop.
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Nowhere Special Steakhouse & Saloon is one of the village's very few businesses. It dominates the landscape that's otherwise punctuated with a smattering of homes and small, nondescript buildings. Inside, there's room for more than double the village's population - and that should tell you something about how popular this local gathering place is.
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Step inside any day of the week and you're likely to find people from all over the Linwood area chatting, eating, and enjoying some drinks. You can tell that no one takes the sweetly self-deprecating name too literally - this is clearly a special place to those who gather here.
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The food is the biggest factor that brings people back again and again. Some of the most popular dishes are the Big Fella Rib-Eye, the Big Fella Prime Rib, and the half-pound burgers. This is real food made with real ingredients, and it's really tasty.
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Stop in for lunch or dinner and take in the sights and sounds of this small town. Nowhere Special is open every day of the week, so there's plenty of time for you to try everything on the menu.
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You may have to hunt a little to find the out-of-the-way town of Linwood, but you'll be glad you did once you visit Nowhere Special. This humble little small-town eatery is as adorable as it gets!
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Keep up with specials and other news on Nowhere Special’s Facebook page.

If you need to burn off a little of that meal, there are tons of great hiking trails to explore in Nebraska!

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