The best restaurants in Douglas County
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Blue Hawaii
RestaurantsBlue Hawaii is serving Hawaiian grill favorites, refreshing poke, and expertly crafted sushi with fresh, high quality ingredients. When you…
Blue Hawaii
RestaurantsPiezon's Pizzeria
RestaurantsNew York inspired pies at Piezon's Pizzeria hit that sweet spot of crisp and chewy, fired on a 650 stone with hand-tossed dough, secret…
Piezon's Pizzeria
RestaurantsMargarita's
RestaurantsMargarita's leans into real Mexican seasoning and fresh ingredients, turning out favorites like the Margarita’s Especial fajitas,…
Margarita's
RestaurantsDon Carmelo's Pizzeria
RestaurantsDon Carmelo's Pizzeria has been slinging legit New York style pies since 1958, plus red-sauce pastas, toasted subs, calzones and the kind…
Don Carmelo's Pizzeria
RestaurantsBlue Sushi Sake Grill
RestaurantsModern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
RestaurantsRoja Mexican Grill
RestaurantsRoja Mexican Grill is the local go-to for housemade tortillas, the smoky sizzle of fajitas, and damn good margaritas born from two Texans…
Roja Mexican Grill
RestaurantsLa Casa Pizzaria Westgate
RestaurantsOffshoot of a local pizza institution serving simple Neapolitan-style pies, pasta & appetizers.
La Casa Pizzaria Westgate
RestaurantsLina's Mexican Resturant
RestaurantsWhen you need something fast but actually satisfying, Lina's Mexican Restaurant hits the sweet spot with drive-thru convenience and…
Lina's Mexican Resturant
RestaurantsSpaghetti Works
RestaurantsCasual, family-friendly chain eatery offering Italian classics such as pizza & pasta, plus a bar.
Spaghetti Works
RestaurantsMula
RestaurantsWhen you're craving street-style done with intention, Mula nails it with blistered tortillas, slow-charred meats, and tacos that don’t…
Mula
RestaurantsMaru Sushi Korean Grill
RestaurantsContemporary outfit with a sushi bar also providing Korean BBQ, noodles & bento boxes.
Maru Sushi Korean Grill
RestaurantsEl Rancho
RestaurantsWhen you just need no-fuss comfort, El Rancho delivers homestyle Mexican plates that taste like someone’s abuela actually cooked, plus a…
El Rancho
RestaurantsOsaka | Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
RestaurantsWhen you want an easy night out that still feels like an occasion, Osaka | Steakhouse & Sushi Bar delivers fresh, made-to-order sushi and…
Osaka | Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
RestaurantsAhi Sushi Ramen & Grill
RestaurantsStrip-mall eatery presenting a vast menu of Japanese & Chinese dishes, both classic & modern.
Ahi Sushi Ramen & Grill
RestaurantsGenji Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsWhen you want sizzle plus sushi rolls without crossing town again, Genji Japanese Steakhouse delivers with lively teppanyaki and five…
Genji Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsSpaghetti Works
RestaurantsSpaghetti Works is the Old Market spot for hearty, made-with-fresh-ingredients Italian that hits right after wandering the brick-lined…
Spaghetti Works
RestaurantsV. Mertz
RestaurantsV. Mertz is the spot when you want a quietly celebratory dinner with artful plates, a curated wine list, and conversation that actually…
V. Mertz
RestaurantsFirst Round
RestaurantsFirst Round brings a playful '90s vibe to your game night, with wall-to-wall sports, Big Red Keno, and local art setting the scene. The…
First Round
RestaurantsElie’s Chinchorro
RestaurantsElie’s Chinchorro brings Caribbean comfort close to home with mofongo and other stick-to-your-soul plates in a cozy spot that sometimes…
Elie’s Chinchorro
RestaurantsBrick Oven Pizzeria
RestaurantsWhen the week calls for low-key comfort, Brick Oven Pizzeria turns out craveable brick-oven pies with that just-right char and cheesy pull.…
Brick Oven Pizzeria
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsChain serving Nashville-inspired hot chicken, including sandwiches and tenders, plus fries and kale slaw.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsLa Buvette Wine & Grocery
RestaurantsLa Buvette Wine & Grocery is that cozy spot where you pick a bottle off the shelf at retail, pay a corkage, then settle in with house-baked…
La Buvette Wine & Grocery
RestaurantsOtoro Sushi & Ramen
RestaurantsOtoro Sushi & Ramen keeps things straightforward, with fresh, high-quality fish, cozy vibes, and ramen that actually tastes like someone…
Otoro Sushi & Ramen
RestaurantsJackson Street Tavern
RestaurantsJackson Street Tavern keeps things relaxed with American comfort dishes that sneak in a global touch, plus classic cocktails and…
Jackson Street Tavern
RestaurantsBlock 16
RestaurantsSandwich shop with a garden-to-table philosophy serving casual lunches of gyros, burgers & sides.
Block 16
RestaurantsKitchen Table
RestaurantsCool locavore cafe preparing inventive sandwiches, with veggie options, tap beer & wine.
Kitchen Table
RestaurantsThe Boiler Room
RestaurantsFor a special-occasion dinner that still feels relaxed, The Boiler Room delivers rustic-chic loft vibes, a serious wine cellar, balanced…
The Boiler Room
RestaurantsCheeseburgers - Omaha - A Take-Out Joint
RestaurantsWhen the craving hits after work or a game, Cheeseburgers - Omaha - A Take-Out Joint turns out craveable smash burgers, hotdogs, fried…
Cheeseburgers - Omaha - A Take-Out Joint
RestaurantsDynamite Woodfire Grill
RestaurantsCraving something smoky that still feels a little fancy? Dynamite Woodfire Grill leans into wood-fired and smoked favorites with a creative…
Dynamite Woodfire Grill
RestaurantsSmokin Barrel BBQ
RestaurantsOld-school counter-serve offering brisket, ribs & other BBQ staples amid red-checkered tablecloths.
Smokin Barrel BBQ
RestaurantsYoshitomo
RestaurantsYoshitomo is the spot when you want clever rolls and Japanese small plates that actually surprise you, plus beer, wine, and sake to match.…
Yoshitomo
RestaurantsLula B's Breakfast, Brunch, and Bar
RestaurantsDowntown Omaha's Lula B's Breakfast, Brunch, and Bar keeps it simple in the best way, with breakfast-and-brunch staples and a proper…
Lula B's Breakfast, Brunch, and Bar
RestaurantsEverett's
RestaurantsCasual eatery serving chicken wings and burgers as well as sandwiches, ribs, fries and beer.
Everett's
RestaurantsBrother Sebastian's
RestaurantsChoice cuts delivered by staff dressed as monks in cozy digs with romantic nooks & fireplaces.
Brother Sebastian's
RestaurantsRib Shack Smoke House
RestaurantsWhen you want pit-cooked meats that taste like someone babysat the fire all day, Rib Shack Smoke House comes through with tender brisket,…
Rib Shack Smoke House
RestaurantsMangia Italiana
RestaurantsInformal counter-serve spot offering standard Italian & Sicilian sandwiches, pizzas & pasta dishes.
Mangia Italiana
RestaurantsKMR Fusion & Sushi
RestaurantsKMR Fusion & Sushi brings playful fusion rolls, fresh sushi, and hearty poke bowls, all from chefs who take the food seriously, not…
KMR Fusion & Sushi
RestaurantsLouie M's Burgerlust
RestaurantsKick this week up a notch at Louie M's Burger Lust, where an extensive lineup of burgers, legit breakfasts, stacked sandwiches, seasonal…
Louie M's Burgerlust
RestaurantsCibo Vino
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving a twirl of pasta, a crispy pizza, or a creamy risotto, Cibo Vino brings cozy, Italian-inspired comfort with a solid…
Cibo Vino
RestaurantsDundee Dell
RestaurantsDundee Dell, newly renovated and a neighborhood staple, still nails elevated British-meets-American pub fare for when you want comfort…
Dundee Dell
RestaurantsDANTE
RestaurantsItalian food including wood-fired pies made from local ingredients in cozy digs.
DANTE
RestaurantsLegacy Chophouse
RestaurantsLegacy Chophouse does the West Omaha steakhouse thing right, with locally sourced prime steaks, slow roasted prime rib, and fresh seafood…
Legacy Chophouse
RestaurantsDolomiti | Pizzeria & Enoteca
RestaurantsWhen you want wood-fired sourdough that tastes like someone cared, Dolomiti | Pizzeria & Enoteca leans Northern Italian with seasonal…
Dolomiti | Pizzeria & Enoteca
RestaurantsTupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
RestaurantsAn all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
RestaurantsRay's Wings & Pizza/Ray's Original Buffalo Wings is a quick cross-river fix for game nights, turning out Buffalo-style wings in homemade…
Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom
RestaurantsSmokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom brings crackly, wood-fired pies to Midtown Crossing, plus a self-pour tap wall with 25+ beers,…
Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom
RestaurantsThe Committee Chophouse
RestaurantsWhether you're plotting a date night or a small victory lap, The Committee Chophouse revives the classic chophouse with 1,200-degree seared…
The Committee Chophouse
Restaurants30hop
Restaurants30hop nails that rare combo of made-from-scratch comfort food and globally curious flavors, with a deep bench of rotating local craft…
30hop
RestaurantsVincenzo's Ristorante
RestaurantsVincenzo's Ristorante is locally owned with a laid back vibe, exceptional service, and extraordinary homemade Italian staples that hit the…
Vincenzo's Ristorante
RestaurantsGood Lookin'
RestaurantsWhether you’re rallying the crew or sneaking a quiet solo bite, Good Lookin' nails the neighborhood brunch vibe with elevated Midwestern…
Good Lookin'
RestaurantsFarmHouse Cafe & Bakery
RestaurantsFor those mornings when only country-style comfort food will do, FarmHouse Cafe & Bakery delivers big flavors, bigger portions, and those…
FarmHouse Cafe & Bakery
RestaurantsShredders Pizza
RestaurantsShredders Pizza is serving the kind of weeknight-saving pies Omaha folks actually crave, from classic cup & char pepperoni to playful…
Shredders Pizza
RestaurantsLazy Buffalo BBQ & Catering
RestaurantsWood-smoked barbecue is served with comfort food sides at this casual counter-serve restaurant.
Lazy Buffalo BBQ & Catering
RestaurantsWayne's New Skoo BBQ
RestaurantsBrisket, ribs, and pulled pork that taste like someone actually babysat the pit all day, plus baked beans and fried cabbage that belong on…
Wayne's New Skoo BBQ
RestaurantsShiki
RestaurantsShiki is gearing up to bring sleek, creative Asian fusion to the Omaha Council Bluffs orbit, and the early vibes look worth the wait. Peek…
Shiki
RestaurantsThe Old Mattress Factory Bar & Grill
RestaurantsWhen you want a lively sports crowd, solid pub grub, and a historic 1883 setting that actually feels fun, The Old Mattress Factory Bar &…
The Old Mattress Factory Bar & Grill
RestaurantsTokyo Sushi
RestaurantsTokyo Sushi keeps it relaxed with solid rolls like California, Salmon, and Hawaii, plus teriyaki and udon when you're not in a raw-fish…
Tokyo Sushi
RestaurantsThe Stuffed Olive - Omaha
RestaurantsIf your go-to vodka soda needs a glow-up, The Stuffed Olive - Omaha has 100+ martinis, soft leather seating, and a menu of shareables that…
The Stuffed Olive - Omaha
RestaurantsBlue Sushi Sake Grill
RestaurantsModern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
RestaurantsThe Brunch Box
RestaurantsWhether your crew is split between biscuits and gravy, loaded tots, or a breakfast pizza moment, The Brunch Box nails the classics and lets…
The Brunch Box
RestaurantsHomeGrown Omaha - Blackstone
RestaurantsCasual, bustling brunch eatery offering dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients.
HomeGrown Omaha - Blackstone
Restaurants801 Chophouse
RestaurantsPrime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting.
801 Chophouse
RestaurantsMemoir
RestaurantsMemoir is a signature grill built for lingering stories, with a nostalgia-kissed vibe, craveable American plates, brunch, and cocktails…
Memoir
RestaurantsM's Pub
RestaurantsWhen you want chef-driven comfort that still feels like a night out, M's Pub delivers with a marble bar, a cozy historic vibe, and a menu…
M's Pub
RestaurantsMahogany Prime Steakhouse
RestaurantsSophisticated restaurant offering steaks, seafood & creative cocktails in refined surroundings.
Mahogany Prime Steakhouse
RestaurantsFine-dining-style establishment offering classic steakhouse fare, cocktails & a big menu of sides.
The Drover
RestaurantsWhether you grew up hearing about it or just want a perfectly grilled night out, The Drover still rules with its Original Whiskey Steak,…
The Drover
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsVery Important Pizza
RestaurantsVery Important Pizza gives Omaha’s New York-style faithful a brutalist, high-performance ordering site that gets you from craving to…
Very Important Pizza
RestaurantsOrsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria
RestaurantsLong-running Italian throwback offering specialty foodstuffs, baked goods & pizza in casual digs.
Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria
RestaurantsTasty Pizza
RestaurantsMidtown craving hitting hard? Tasty Pizza keeps it simple in the best way, with counter-order vibes, seat-yourself comfort, and pies built…
Tasty Pizza
RestaurantsAroma Phở
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving a legit warm-up on a windy Nebraska night, Aroma Phở is pouring 24-hour beef bone broth, soothing chicken phở, crisp…
Aroma Phở
RestaurantsKoji
RestaurantsLaid-back, modern-inspired eatery serving sushi and yakitori plus other Japanese staples.
Koji
RestaurantsAu Courant Regional Kitchen
RestaurantsConvivial bar & eatery plating European dishes with a modern twist, including a chef's tasting menu.
Au Courant Regional Kitchen
RestaurantsWings and Rings
RestaurantsModern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
Wings and Rings
RestaurantsGood Life Sports Bar & Grill - Downtown
RestaurantsCalling all Council Bluffs crews, Good Life Sports Bar & Grill - Downtown is an easy win for family dinners and watch parties with a full…
Good Life Sports Bar & Grill - Downtown
RestaurantsTomo Sushi & Ramen
RestaurantsWhether you’re plotting a low-key dinner or treating yourself to an impromptu sushi night, Tomo Sushi & Ramen turns out meticulously…
Tomo Sushi & Ramen
RestaurantsPhoba (Phô & Boba Tea)
RestaurantsPho and boba teas made with fresh fruit and milk are served at this laid-back eatery.
Phoba (Phô & Boba Tea)
RestaurantsSickies Garage Burgers & Brews
RestaurantsBranch of a chain serving a large selection of burgers, sandwiches, and brews in a casual space.
Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews
RestaurantsPasta Amore
RestaurantsPasta Amore is Chef Lillo Fascianella’s love letter to Omaha, turning Italian home cooking into a weekly ritual. Think cozy trattoria…
Pasta Amore
RestaurantsWilson & Washburn
RestaurantsHop across the river for Wilson & Washburn, a downtown Omaha pub with a made-from-scratch menu and 24 craft and import beers on tap. Think…
Wilson & Washburn
RestaurantsSaddle Creek Breakfast Club
RestaurantsWhether you want diner-classic comfort or a plant-friendly twist that actually slaps, Saddle Creek Breakfast Club keeps Omaha mornings…
Saddle Creek Breakfast Club
RestaurantsIzumi Sushi and Hibachi
RestaurantsFrom a signature sushi bar with purple glow to cozy dining rooms, Izumi Sushi and Hibachi keeps things fun with fresh sushi, sizzling…
Izumi Sushi and Hibachi
RestaurantsGood Lookin'
RestaurantsGood Lookin' serves the kind of brunch Omaha folks want on repeat, with elevated Midwestern favorites, creative healthy options, and the…
Good Lookin'
RestaurantsBailey's Breakfast & Lunch
RestaurantsFrom fluffy pancakes and hearty omelets to in-house smoked maple sausage, corned beef, turkey, and even prime rib, Bailey's Breakfast &…
Bailey's Breakfast & Lunch
RestaurantsHartland Bar-B-Que
RestaurantsHartland Bar-B-Que keeps it classic with meats smoked fresh daily using a secret rub, sauce on the side, and five homemade sides that…
Hartland Bar-B-Que
RestaurantsSwine Dining BBQ
RestaurantsSwine Dining BBQ keeps it honest with award winning ribs and pulled pork voted best of Omaha, plus burnt ends on Fridays that disappear…
Swine Dining BBQ
RestaurantsEarly Bird Blackstone District
RestaurantsEarly Bird Blackstone District is that modern-diner sweet spot where chef-forward plates meet brunch-centric cocktails, perfect for a…
Early Bird Blackstone District
RestaurantsThe Breakfast Club Omaha
RestaurantsFrom loaded hashbrowns and benedicts to sweet brunch plates and lunch-at-brunch picks, The Breakfast Club Omaha keeps mornings fun and very…
The Breakfast Club Omaha
RestaurantsHog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q
RestaurantsCounter-serve BBQ chain serving ribs, brisket & pulled pork in a low-key atmosphere.
Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q
RestaurantsOscar's Pizza & Sports Grille
RestaurantsFamily-friendly pub with burgers & specialties like char-buffed wings, plus games on big screens.
Oscar's Pizza & Sports Grille
RestaurantsOmaha Tap House - Downtown
RestaurantsIf your week needs a win, Omaha Tap House - Downtown is serving scratch-made, locally sourced craft burgers that actually deliver, from the…
Omaha Tap House - Downtown
RestaurantsLisa's Radial Cafe
RestaurantsThis week, when you need a proper Midwest reset, Lisa's Radial Cafe delivers blueberry pancakes, eggs Benedict, loaded skillets, and the…
Lisa's Radial Cafe
RestaurantsSmitty's Garage Burgers and Beer
RestaurantsCasual burger joint featuring a build-your-own option, plus happy-hour drinks and grub.
Smitty's Garage Burgers and Beer
RestaurantsSullivan's Steakhouse
RestaurantsSteakhouse chain serving beef, seafood & cocktails in swanky surrounds with live music.
Sullivan's Steakhouse
RestaurantsAcadian Grille & Bar
RestaurantsIf your week needs some Louisiana soul, Acadian Grille & Bar turns out boudin balls, rich crawfish étouffée, gumbo, and a creamy Gouda mac…
Acadian Grille & Bar
RestaurantsThe Brunch Box - Capitol District
RestaurantsThe Brunch Box has you covered on both ends of the craving spectrum, from creamy froyo pick-me-ups to customizable box orders that make…
The Brunch Box - Capitol District
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