ASHLAND – A Litchfield couple will bring food and beverage service back to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park near Ashland later this month when Carl’s at Mahoney opens within Peter Kiewit Lodge.
Service will begin March 15-17 with a convenient Grab and Go format, where guests can purchase a variety of to-go food and drink items.
Carl’s is owned and operated by Carl and Diane Kucera, of Litchfield. The Kuceras are well-known for their catering business, Country Catering, which they have operated for 25 years, and for Carl’s Tavern in Ord, which opened in 2021. Carl’s at Mahoney will build upon those successes.
“Nebraska State Parks is very excited to collaborate with the Kuceras and Carl’s at Mahoney to provide great dining options for our park guests,” Nebraska Game and Parks Commission parks division administrator Jeff Fields said. “The Kuceras have a great reputation for making delicious American-style food and are committed to providing great food and excellent service to the growing operation at the park.”
The business will continue opening in phases and expects to expand the Grab and Go section to seven days a week by peak park visitation season. It also will offer table service, with appetizers, entrees and desserts, and catering for events.
