The Coffee Roaster

The Coffee Roaster Serving fresh roasted coffee to Lincoln and beyond since 1995. 🖤
Locally owned. Community loved. So, what makes our coffee better?

In the early 1990's, Gary Karnes started developing his palette by searching the world for the best cup of coffee. He later opened his first retail location in 1996 in Lincoln, Nebraska and named it The Coffee Roaster. He wanted to show Lincoln the way he believed coffee should taste. In 2009, we moved into our current location at 5022 Old Cheney Road. In 2014, Gary passed the business on to his d

aughter, Sam Karnes, so that she would keep The Coffee Roaster a family run business. As we continue to grow, we are excited to show the rest of the world what Gary has been perfecting for over the last 20 years. He continues to cup and craft each harvest we receive, so that our coffee turns out perfect every time from our roaster, to your cup. The Coffee Roaster specializes in air roasted coffee, a method that ensures our coffee is:

Smooth and clean tasting
Never bitter
Easy on sensitive stomachs
Delicious down to the last drop! We carefully select our coffee from around the world, cup it to find the ideal roasting temperature, roast it in a fluid bed air-roaster, and immediately cool it to maximize flavor and freshness. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality coffee possible. If you don't believe us, swing in for a cup on the house!

FREE COFFEE TASTING TODAY! Stop on by and get your sip on.
05/30/2026

FREE COFFEE TASTING TODAY! Stop on by and get your sip on.

05/28/2026

Today is Give to Lincoln Day. 🧡

In one of the most recent episodes of Common Grounds, Amanda Barker of the Lincoln Community Foundation reminded us of something simple: any gift, at any size, matters. Every donation says the same thing - I care about this place and the people in it.

Now in its 15th year, Give to Lincoln Day is a single day when the whole city shows up for the nonprofits doing the quiet, essential work of holding our community together. Every donation made today is stretched further by a $650,000 challenge match fund.

We're giving to a handful of organizations whose work we believe in. We'd love for you to join us!

You have until 11:59 tonight. Find your causes and give at givetolincoln.com.

Who are you giving to this year? Tell us in the comments. ☕

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05/25/2026

We are closed for Memorial Day! We hope you can spend your day with good friends and great coffee.

See you tomorrow!

GOOD NEWS: Our Coffee 101 classes are filling up quick...BAD NEWS: It doesn't look like you've signed up yet!Want to lea...
05/19/2026

GOOD NEWS: Our Coffee 101 classes are filling up quick...
BAD NEWS: It doesn't look like you've signed up yet!

Want to learn everything you need to know about coffee and brewing a great cup of coffee at home? Sign up for the class here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/12012942052

05/14/2026

Before Lulubee Chocolates had a storefront, Gaylene walked into The Coffee Roaster and asked if we'd be her first wholesale partner. We obviously said yes.

In this moment from her Common Grounds conversation, she talks about that day — and what it is about Lincoln that made her think to ask.

Full episode on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts.

Give your mom the gift of coffee knowledge this Mother's Day and take her to one of our brand-new Coffee 101 and tasting...
05/08/2026

Give your mom the gift of coffee knowledge this Mother's Day and take her to one of our brand-new Coffee 101 and tasting classes! Tickets are available on Eventbrite, link here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/12012942052

Or, if your mom already knows everything about coffee, she'll surely love our Lavender Madness bundle pack. This bundle features a limited, one-of-a-kind Nicaraguan lavender coffee, bonbons from Lulubee Artisanal Chocolates (), and a fun "Nectar of the Moms" sticker.

Had to snap a photo of this beautiful Crumb & Craft cookie butter cinnamon roll… 🤤📸They’re here until noon! Swing on by....
05/02/2026

Had to snap a photo of this beautiful Crumb & Craft cookie butter cinnamon roll… 🤤📸

They’re here until noon! Swing on by.

Psst. Vince finally figured out how to log into the Apple Podcast account. 🙌All 4 episodes of Common Grounds are availab...
05/02/2026

Psst. Vince finally figured out how to log into the Apple Podcast account. 🙌

All 4 episodes of Common Grounds are available now! Listen, like, follow, share… all cost you nothing and help us reach more people. Beyond that, we hope you genuinely enjoy these conversations as much as we do.

More episodes coming soon!

Society & Culture Podcast · Some of the best conversations happen over coffee. Common Ground is a series of thoughtful, unhurried conversations with people shaping the life of Lincoln, Nebraska and beyond. Hosted by Randy Bretz …

A special guest stopped by to let us know it's gonna be... a great weekend to stop by The Coffee Roaster! We have Crumb ...
05/01/2026

A special guest stopped by to let us know it's gonna be... a great weekend to stop by The Coffee Roaster!

We have Crumb & Craft popping up tomorrow morning (Saturday) with their incredible cinnamon rolls! They'll be here from 9am to noon (or sold out). Tag a friend in the comments who loves delicious treats and tell them to meet you here tomorrow morning... who knows who you might run into.

TODAY!!!, Every coffee and tea purchase helps a furry friend find their forever home. 🐾We're donating 30% of all coffee ...
04/30/2026

TODAY!!!, Every coffee and tea purchase helps a furry friend find their forever home. 🐾

We're donating 30% of all coffee and tea sales to the Capital Humane Society all day long.

Stop in and shop with us, or order online and use code CHS at checkout to make it count. An easy way to support an incredible local organization while you stock up on your favorites.

Capital Humane Society

Address

5022 Old Cheney Road #3
Lincoln, NE
68516

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+14024211122

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