Turning 21 and getting to experience the O Street bar scene freely is a feeling like no other, but just like any good thing—it comes at a cost. Between trips to Barry’s, Sandy’s, the Brass Rail, The Bar and Iguana’s Pub, you may find yourself wishing you had saved up your paycheck for rent instead of spending it on overpriced beer.
A night out in downtown Lincoln adds up fast. If you don’t live within walking distance of O Street, plan on spending around $10 for an Uber ride to get there. Once you arrive, expect a $5 cover at most bars. Drinks aren’t cheap either—about $7 on average. And let’s be honest, no one hits just one bar on O Street.
After a few stops, that cover-and-drink combo easily triples. By the time you grab a late-night bite at Raising Cane’s or DP Dough for another $13, you’ve spent a small fortune before the night’s even over…