Delicious Meals for Everyone
Sandhills Corral: Experience the best dining in Sandhills!
In Thedford, NE at the junction of US Highway 83 &
NE-Highway 2, in the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills!
✓ Juicy Burgers
✓ Smoked Prime Rib
✓ Small town feel, Big time menu




★★★★★
Cute little restaurant! Summer road trip brought us here and it was time for lunch. Food was good and it came out quickly which is nice when traveling. Nice change from a typical fast food chain. Service was good and everyone was friendly!! Love the small town atmosphere!
Sarah
Vibrant, Fresh, one of a kind
Specialty Salads And Delicious Homemade Sides
Join Us for a Meal or Stop By For a Drink!
Experience the best burgers and smoked prime rib in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Our dessert selection is entirely homemade and changes often!
Fresh, Indulgent Treats Crafted In-House
Need a drink? We have you covered!
Stop in and check out our fully stocked bar. Premium liquors, specialty beer on tap, wine, seltzers, and more. Ice cold and ready for you to enjoy!

Sandhills Corral:
Great things often start around a family table—and that’s exactly where our story begins. This restaurant was built through the shared vision of three local families: the Halls, the Hoffmans, and the Jamesons. Each family brought their own traditions, hard work, and love for good food together with a simple idea: Thedford deserved a place where people could gather, eat well, and feel at home.
For years, a night out meant packing up the car and driving miles away. We wanted to change that. Our goal was to create a family-friendly spot right here in town—a place where neighbors could meet, kids could laugh, and friends could linger a little longer over a home-cooked meal.
Rooted in community, we’re proud to be more than just a restaurant. We’re a place to celebrate milestones, catch up after long days, and welcome travelers passing through Thedford who are looking for a warm meal and friendly faces. Whether you’re a local or just stopping by, you’ll find the same thing here: honest food, familiar flavors, and genuine hospitality.
This restaurant belongs to the town as much as it does to our families. We’re grateful for the support, the stories shared across our tables, and the chance to serve the community we call home.
Welcome in—we saved you a seat.
