University set to overhaul Nebraska Union, add two new dining options

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is redesigning its city campus hub, adding more food options and a reimagined layout to the Nebraska Union.

Set to make its debut in the early fall of 2026, the union will now have five dining options, including two new options that the university said are aimed at broadening the selection for students.

Sossy, a slow-cooked barbecue spot, and Choolaah, the first Indian-inspired option on campus, will be the two new food options at the union.

Alongside Sossy and Choolaah, the updated Nebraska Union Dining Commons will bring back Imperial Palace, Valentino’s and Husker Heroes.

The renovation also moves the dining commons from a vendor-operated food court to a university-operated food court.

According to the university, the change gives university dining leaders greater control over menus, sourcing, and service.

The redesigned space will also include expanded seating and improved service flow, adding more mobile ordering and pickup options to ease congestion during peak hours, the university said.

There was no word on any changes to Chick-fil-A or Starbucks.