Damon's Restaurant

Restaurant | Lincoln | England | United Kingdom

American diner in Lincoln

"Damon's Restaurant" in Lincoln, England, is a well-known American diner that has been a staple in the local dining scene since its opening in 1988. Originally brought to the UK by a local businessman from the United States, the restaurant has made a name for itself with its focus on generous portions and typical American cuisine. It is strategically located on a main thoroughfare in the city, attracting a diverse clientele— from families to groups and individual visitors seeking the rustic charm of an American diner. The building itself is an architectural highlight, designed by a renowned local architect, featuring a distinctive roof that resembles a rib structure.

Best American cuisine in England

Upon entering "Damon's Restaurant," guests are welcomed by a lively atmosphere characterized by the decor in the style of an American diner. Dark wood, neon lights, and an open kitchen create a sense of nostalgia, while the restaurant still feels modern and inviting. Particularly on weekends or during holidays, it can get quite busy and loud, which contributes to the casual vibe of the place. The staff is known for being friendly and efficient, although there can occasionally be wait times during peak hours. For those who prefer a quieter setting, the outdoor area offers a relaxed alternative for al fresco dining.

Family-friendly restaurant in Lincoln

Culinary-wise, "Damon's Restaurant" represents classic American cuisine with an emphasis on hearty, satisfying dishes. The house specialty is the slow-smoked pork ribs, which are praised for their tender, juicy consistency and enhanced with a selection of house-made sauces like BBQ or Char Sui. The Tennessee Veggie Burger is also popular, a highlight for vegetarians, known for its spicy flavor and fresh ingredients. For seafood lovers, there are the Tempura King Prawns, crispy fried and served with a light dip, bringing a touch of sophistication to the otherwise down-to-earth menu. As a side, the Onion Loaf stands out—a towering stack of fried onion rings that is not only visually impressive but also uniquely flavorful. For dessert, the Key Lime Pie beckons with its creamy filling and fresh citrus taste, making it a perfect ending to a hearty meal.

Takeaway service for American dishes

Additionally, the restaurant offers a variety of options to accommodate different needs. There is a special children's menu that is popular with families, as well as breakfast dishes like homemade buttermilk pancakes, which attract many guests in the morning. The drink menu is extensive, featuring a selection of cocktails that are particularly popular during happy hour, as well as a range of soft drinks and beers. "Damon's" prioritizes flexibility: alongside the restaurant service, there is a takeaway option that allows customers to enjoy their meals on the go or at home.

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999 Doddington Rd
LN6 3SE Lincoln

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Opening hours

Sunday8:00 - 21:00
Monday7:00 - 21:00
Tuesday7:00 - 21:00
Wednesday7:00 - 21:00
Thursday7:00 - 21:00
Friday7:00 - 21:00
Saturday8:00 - 21:00

Reviews

3505 Reviews

Lee Trayford
06.03.2025

Stepping into Damon's Restaurant made me feel like I was stepping into true Americana, great service, great prices, and a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Well definitely stop by again !
Iain Baker
02.03.2025

If you're looking for cheap, or vegetarian/vegan friendly, you're looking in the wrong place. If you want decent portions of delicious meat based food, you're in luck!
Jack Mansfield
01.03.2025

Great friendly service, fairly cheap prices and great diner style food and nice cocktails!! Can't fault it.
Chawapon Intharaphet
24.02.2025

Went to here a few times for a family meal. My honest reviews: - Food is very good (especially the ribs and the chicken wings) - Very kid friendly place (very good) - For any ages is a very good thing - Staff are very nice but they can be slow, sometimes. - Luxury experience
Debra Hodson
06.02.2017

It's Saturday night and we expected the place to be full, but to our surprise it was virtually empty! Even the restaurant was only half full, unheard of a couple of years ago. We only went in for cocktails, and found the bar had only one other customer! Says everything.
Rachel Graham
13.02.2025

Always loved damons ribs till today's visit, not sure what was happening with the sauce on the ribs, but it wasn't in the slightest barbequey it was very tangy, 3 of us opted for the bbq ribs and all said the same, definitely disappointed on this occasion, don't think we will come back again unfortunately
Stuart Wallace
11.02.2025

This was the first time we had visited Damon’s since they closed the Damon’s in Sheffield. As soon as we walked through the doors, the unmistakably aroma hit us bringing back happy memories. Our meal was just as we remembered and was served quickly. Al in all next time we visit Lincoln we will visit again.
Riki Soar
10.02.2025

Two of us dined there as we were staying in the hot tub suite, the meal was fine however the bill needed to be discussed three times and we still got overcharged by £4. We had the two course meal at £22.95 and two gins each at 4.95 per gin plus a dash of lemonade at .50p per serving... so £22.95 x 2 + £4.95 x 4 + .50p x 4 = £67.70 not £71.70 Ref : 60069 09/02/2025
Valdis Buivids
08.02.2025

Greatest ribs!
Judith Patterson
05.04.2022

My Birthday meal. Staff were brilliant went out of their way to wish me Happy Birthday. Great place to go if on your own. Feels comfortable n safe. Food and atmosphere excellent
Lisa „Bunty“ Agboh
04.02.2024

I can't actually praise the staff enough. The ones we had serving were so welcoming and friendly. The food was hot and freshly made.
Simon Ewan
26.01.2025

We went for a birthday meal today (Sunday) a party of five,so we obviously booked in advance, and it's a good job, we arrived at 1pm and it was OK but by half past it was really busy, hardly a table to be had, the food was excellent and the service top class from Charlotte, Will definitely be back.
Sally Kelly
26.01.2025

Visited Damons on 25th Jan. Lovely food and good service. The live singer/guitarist, Ryan, was absolutely brilliant and made the evening. Great selection of songs, amazing vocals and guitar playing! Highly recommend!
anil bhagat
25.01.2025

Live music, good food and good choice of drinks. Plenty of parking and would recommend to book table
Vic
25.01.2025

Great Saturday evening tonight. The place was buzzing, good food & great live entertainment by singer/guitarist Ryan
Stephen Ward
25.01.2025

Still guaranteed 💯 %, will be returning again soon. Superb.

 

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