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Omaha-based Clean Slate Food Co. is The Joslyn’s new partner in its on-site Durham Cafe. Included in the Museum’s renovation plans, The Cafe remains a warm and welcoming place to dine and relax but is also elevated by a menu as bright and creative as the atmosphere of the reimagined Museum.

The Durham Cafe Hours
Tue–Sun:
10 am–3 pm (full menu available)
3–4 pm (beverages and limited grab & go items only)

Wed & Thu evening extended hours:
4–7 pm (full menu available)
7–8 pm (beverages and limited grab & go items only)

Artful Dining

Welcome to The Durham Cafe

Awaiting visitors is a renewed dining area in the centrally located, light-filled Conagra Brands Atrium; seasonal outdoor seating; expanded hours; and the fresh, nutritious food and exceptional service that defines The Durham Cafe presented by Clean Slate. Led by Clean Slate Executive Chef Billy Le, The Durham Cafe at The Joslyn serves thoughtful foods at a quick-service pace during all regular Museum hours. To complement the international focus of the Museum’s collection, the menu takes guests on a delicious world tour, reflecting the diverse cultures explored in the galleries.

The Durham Cafe presented by Clean Slate offers a range of made-to-order and ready-made dishes for breakfast and lunch, alongside a full-service coffee bar featuring the renowned roasts of Archetype Coffee, a local Omaha favorite with a national reputation. The expanded beverage program includes wine, beer, and select libations. The menu can accommodate all dietary needs, including kid-friendly choices.

Pictured: Clean Slate chef Billy Le (left) and Clean Slate co-founder and chef Dylan Thompson (right) at The Joslyn’s Durham Cafe

About Chef Le
Chef Billy Le was born and raised in Lincoln, NE, and earned his culinary arts degree from Great Plains Culinary Institute. His passion in the kitchen began at a very young age, and he strives to elevate hospitality in Nebraska. Chef Le’s experience lies in a fine-dining setting, and he finds his creative inspiration from Southeast Asian cuisine, especially within his Vietnamese heritage.

About Clean Slate Food Co.
Founded in 2018 by Dylan Thompson and Jamen Danielson, Clean Slate Food Co. empowers our community with healthful food for a lifetime of well-being. Clean Slate delivers fully-prepared, ready-to-eat meals to customers’ homes. The company offers catering, from intimate in-home dinners to 1,000-person events, and operates a cafe in the Ashton Building at Millwork Commons.

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