The Scarlet Hotel, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Savor a Taste of

Good Life Coffee Shop

The soft rustling sound of the cornfields. A sea of red during home games. A good cup of coffee to start your day. Some things just make you smile. Good Life Coffee Shop brings you comfort and happiness in every drip and every bite. Part café, coffee shop, market, and ice cream parlor…it’s everything you want. Welcome to your new daily ritual. Welcome to The Good Life.

A blonde barista behind the counter in a cozy café chats with customers while holding a coffee, with laptops and drinks on the table.
A café table shows a “The Scarlet Hotel” mug beside a slice of cake, with a blurred restaurant background behind it.

Stop By Good Life

From fresh coffee and breakfast favorites to sandwiches and sweets, Good Life Coffee Shop offers something for every craving.

Monday - Friday: 6.00 AM - 4.00 PM

Saturday - Sunday: 7.00 AM - 2.00 PM

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A red cup of latte with creamy foam and heart-like latte art on a white saucer by the window.

Happiness in Every Drip

Start your day with locally brewed coffee, handcrafted by our baristas and made even better with our signature Scarlet blend created in partnership with The Mill Coffee & Tea. Pair your drink with light bites in a welcoming café setting near the University of Nebraska.

A red bowl of soup with noodles, plus a cheese-topped pastry on a white plate, ready to eat.

Hot, Cold & Everything in Between

From breakfast favorites & fresh salads to sandwiches & seasonal soups, Good Life Coffee Shop offers something for every appetite. Enjoy thoughtfully prepared with quality ingredients sourced from local & regional partners.

A spoon scoops chocolate-drizzled cookie dough or ice cream from a small white bowl.

Signature Scoop

Treat yourself to a scoop of our signature ice cream, classic flavors, or indulgent sweets at Good Life Coffee Shop. From sundaes and shakes to brownies and house-made desserts, there’s always something sweet waiting for you.

A “The Scarllet Hotel” mug sits on a wooden table beside assorted tea and snack packets on a tray.
A plastic cup of dark-and-light ice cream or dessert sits on a table in a dim café/bar, with blurry drinks behind it.
A sports bar interior with blue booths, tables, warm wall lights, and framed football posters featuring Nebraska and rivals on the walls.
Three iced coffee drinks in clear cups sit on a marble counter in a cafe, with blurred menu boards behind them.