Burwell Nebraska

Burwell is located in central Nebraska. It is the Garfield County seat, which isn't saying much because there isn't a ton of competition for the honor. The population has diminished slightly.. when I grew up the sign going into town read Population 1380. I am thinking that number is 1130 now. That's still pretty good-sized, by Nebraska standards, and Burwell has everything you need as far as shopping and services. The people are honest, hard-working, and friendly. The scenery is beautiful.

I'm working off memory here, so don't be shy about helping me out. The Sandstone Grill rocks! The food is comparable to the best you'll find anywhere. When in doubt, order steak (no-brainer in Nebraska), but honestly, everything I've tried there has been excellent. Northside Tavern has really good food, also. I believe the diner just off the square is presently called Barb's... check out the lunch specials and have some pie.

Don't miss the rodeo, the last week in July. Don't miss tubing down the North Loup in the summer. Don't miss seeing sunrise over the Sandhills. Don't miss the Calamus Dam.