Budget
Azteca
9429 s 142nd street. an excellent, yet authentic mexican establishment. sandwiched conveniently nay, conspicuously next to some of the region's finest interstate-side budgetels. never mind the petrol fumes, this is one gem that can't be missed.
King Kong
Multiple locations, (http://kingkongfastfood.com). serves greek food and is the home of the triple-kong burger. free drinks with a student id.
Jade Garden
Los Portales
2614 s 13th street. authentic mexican that caters to the more adventurous diners. examples include steak served with cactus, quail, and tongue burritos.
Dundee Dell
Pudgy's Pizzeria
South west corner of 168th and harrison, (http://pudgys.net). the only pizzeria in omaha specializing in authentic chicago style deep dish pizza. also offers thin and original crusts and a few chicago sandwiches. family friendly, and on the weekends offers homemade cheesecake.
Qdoba
chain, multiple locations, (http://qdoba.com). a mexican grill chain with burritos voted the best of omaha.
Smoke Pit BBQ & Lounge
230 s 25th street. a bbq shack that serves ribs among other things and is open until 3am on fridays and saturdays. reasonable prices and variety of sides.
Spaghetti Works
Two omaha-area locations old market, and 84th st in ralston (http://spagworks.com/). all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinners, including garlic bread and salad bar, for under $10. many choices of sauces and pastas. full bar.
Ted & Wally's
1120 jackson st. homemade ice cream with many unique flavors such as french toast, trix, chai tea, dirt, and even guinness. the ice cream flavors are always changing. voted best ice cream in omaha.
Chopsticks House
Valentino's
Multiple locations, (http://valentinos.com). great pizza and pasta for take-out or delivery. many locations also have great buffets!
California Tacos
3235 california street. infamous midtown taqueria featuring "puffy-shell" tacos. served by rotating shifts of neighborhood deziens, uniformed cops, and snobby bros from nearby creighton university, it makes for a cheap place to take in some culture. tables get scarce in the afternoon--4pm-5pm is half-off happy hour.
Zio's Pizza
Multiple locations, (http://ziospizzeria.com). uses natural ingredients and has huge calzones and great pizza.
Petrow's
A locally owned American restaurant, serving old time favorites and homemade ice cream. Great burgers and sandwiches, in addition to anything with ice cream.
Top end
The Flatiron Cafe
1722 saint marys avenue, (http://theflatironcafe.com). fine new american cuisine located in downtown omaha. the flatiron cafe's staff has been happily serving the theater crowd, business travelers and those celebrating special occasions since 1995.
Gorat's Steak House
4917 center st, (http://goratssteakhouse.com). believes that they are serving the the finest steaks in the world. honestly, they are considered some of the best in america. favored by warren buffett, a dear friend of the family and a valued customer.
Mahogany Prime Steakhouse
chain. a great restaurant where you can get your fill on prime-grade steaks, australian lobster, and alaskan king crab legs. the food is amazing and they have a great wine list to complement whatever you order. mahogany is year after year awarded with a "best of omaha award" in the steakhouse category despite the abundance of better local, non-chain establishments.
Mark's Bistro
4916 underwood avenue, (http://marksindundee.com). mark's unique environmant combines casual dining with a neighborhood feel. a relaxed, casual place with exquisite food, mark's has a hefty wine list and an eclectic menu.
Piccolo Pete's
2202 s 20th st., (http://piccolopetesrestau...) family owned for over 70 years, piccolo's has been serving omaha since 1933. menu items include steaks, fish & chicken dishes, and also a few italian specialties. like gorat's, it is one of warren buffett's favorite places to eat. friendly service and an excellent family atmosphere.
V Mertz
1022 howard street, (http://vmertz.com). intimate and romantic ambiance. the menu, which changes weekly, is continental but also offers some innovative culinary creations from a range of cuisine types. great for special dinners. located in the old market. famous clientele have included: bono of u2, local plutocrat warren buffet, and bruce "the boss" springsteen. after several tumultuous quarters riddled by declining quality, v mertz received new management as of july 2009 and has already regained its crown as omaha's gastronomic powerhouse.
Spencer's for Steaks and Chops
102 s. 10th street, +1 402 280 8888 (http://www.spencersforste...). aged, hand cut and seared to perfection. spencer's for steaks and chops of omaha is the ultimate steakhouse restaurant. featuring usda prime beef from stockyards beef of chicago, spencerâs restaurant offers sizzling hot porterhouses, juicy filet mignons and the bone-in ribeye for which spencerâs is named.
Mid
Ahmad's Persian Cuisine
1006 howard street. great, authentic persian food. all meals are prepared by the restaurant's owner, ahmad, an iranian immigrant. located in the old market.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
14450 eagle run drive, (http://bluesushisakegrill.com). rated omaha's best sushi bar. serves americanized sushi. try the "thai lai" or "cloud nine" rolls.
Bohemian Cafe
1406 s 13th street, (http://bohemiancafe.net/). an omaha classic. has been serving authentic, affordable, fresh czech and european food since 1924. over 5 million served.
Charlie's on the Lake
4150 s 144th street, (http://charliesonthelake.net/). a lively atmosphere with some of omaha's finest martinis, including the pelini martini named after huskers coaching legend, bo pelini. lush patio environment features breathtaking lakeside view and easy access to live duck sanctuary where restaurant owner yves menard gavages the stock. during summer months, patrons can select a duck and enjoy some of the finest foie gras and wine pairings in the midwest.
Cheeseburger in Paradise
chain, 17304 davenport street suite 100, (http://cheeseburgerinpara...). the jimmy buffet chain with some great food and a laid back, island atmosphere. although known for their hamburgers, the island salad and the chocolate nachos are what you are after here. if that's not your flavor, then anything with "island" or "caribbean" in the menu name is a hit.
Jaipur
10922 elm street in rockbrook village, (http://jaipurbrewhouse.co...). the city's best east indian food. also a unique brewery, try the jalapeno beer.
McFoster's Natural Kind
302 s 38th st, (http://mcfosters.com/). some of the most interesting vegetarian food omaha has to offer. check out the sauteed brussel sprouts or veggie burger for a genuine vegan experience.
Venice Inn
6920 pacific street, (http://veniceinn.com). offers italian food in a kind of surreal atmosphere.
Hiro Sushi
3655 129th street, (http://hirosushiomaha.com/). great japanese restaurant that serves some of omaha's freshest sushi and sashimi.
It's said that Omaha has more restaraunts per capita than almost anywhere else in the world. Omaha and much of Nebraska are known for high quality corn-fed beef. All restaurants in Omaha are smoke-free indoors. Smoking on outdoor patios is legal, but rather uncommon. Below are a selection of locations to eat in Omaha.