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Boiler Room

4.9
4.9
1841 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
A converted boiler room in the Bemis Bag building, built in 1896, The Boiler Room is an ingredient driven modern American/French restaurant. Chef Tim Nicholson's menu changes daily to reflect local farm product availability. Now open six days a week for dinner, offering hand crafted cocktails and an extensive domaine driven Old World wine list.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 9 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Contemporary French, Contemporary Italian

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (402) 916-9274

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Tim Nicholson

  • Catering

    none

  • Private party facilities

    We have three separate areas to accommodate private parties.

  • Private party contact

    Jeff Koster: (402) 916-9274

  • Neighbourhood

    Downtown / Old Market

  • Cross Street

    11th and Jones

  • Parking Details

    11th Street Sidewalk is back open! Please use this way to get to the restaurant. Jones Street is currently under construction. There is street parking on 11th Street, as well as heading east down Jones Street. Also, nearby is a Park Omaha parking lot that can be entered on Jackson Street in-between 11th and 10th streets.

  • Public Transit

    none

  • Entertainment

    Kitchen View

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,841 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nebraska

    Best Overall

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    Best Service

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    Best Ambience

  • Nebraska

    Innovative

  • Nebraska

    Romantic

  • Nebraska

    Good for special occasions

  • Nebraska

    Contemporary American

  • Omaha

    Best Overall

  • Omaha

    Best Service

  • Omaha

    Best Ambience

  • Omaha

    Innovative

  • Omaha

    Great for fine wines

  • Omaha

    Romantic

  • Omaha

    Good for special occasions

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  1. KGonzo

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Drinks and food were good but overpriced. It wasn’t crowded but service was slow.
  2. LaneP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was friendly and efficient. The place wasn't too busy even on a Friday night. You should still get a reservation, though. The kitchen is open so you can watch while the masterpieces are being created, and the chefs didn't look too stressed out. My wife, who doesn't drink, ordered a mocktail, which she said was the best she'd had. We love when bartenders happily accept the challenge of creating a non-alcoholic drink. My wife got the duck breast and thought it was delicious. We started with the agnolotti, which was yummy. I got the pork shoulder which was perfectly cooked and just the right size. It came with chipotle sauce and chimmichurri on top which created the most delicious layering of flavors that never got tiring. The food is not cheap, but this place is well worth a visit for a special occasion. That said, just going is a special occasion!
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the atmosphere, the staff was great. The food was delicious, my only complaint is paying $48 for half a piece of fish.  All restaurants do this, and why can’t I have the full piece of fish?  The other odd thing was, they did not serve salad, and there wasn’t much vegetables in with your dish. They said they could make us one if we wanted it, but it was just kind of weird. Because I only had a half a piece of fish, I left hungry and luckily my husbands dish had more meat and he shared.
  4. TamD

    New Orleans

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    It was ok. The service was good but the food was overly done in that they tried to do to much with a plate. Too many flavors
  5. LoriR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent in every way. The Boiler Room could be a Michelin Star restaurant. Dark, urban environment with a sunken kitchen and bar below the main floor tables. If you enjoy watching food being prepared, ask for a table overlooking the kitchen. And the food! Oh the glorious food. I had the braised morgan ranch wagyu short ribs with carrot puree, roasted fennel, dried figs and broccolini. Every single bite was delicious and the textures worked so nicely together. Presentation was beautiful. Service was excellent. Grace easily handled all of our questions and made great suggestions. Creative cocktails, extensive wine list. The small plates looked great and I will be back soon to enjoy a lite dinner and cocktail in the bar. Prices are fair. The small plates were all under $20. The big plates ran around $50. This is great food in a great environment. Get here as fast as you can.
  6. Idrian

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect…. I made the reservation in advance anticipating the Mother’s Day rush. The genius that I am, I made it for the Saturday AFTER Mother’s Day. TheBoilerRoom team was able to accommodate our party of five with an excellent table that allowed us to laugh and joke around with each other in a semiprivate setting. It was awesome. Thanks. So. Much.!!!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Unique location With great care to food quality and perfect cocktails
  8. JeffS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Everything very good from service to food and beverages. Nice and interesting environment. Not inexpensive, but a good value and it what I expected to pay. Will certainly go back.
  9. JamesK

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    I believe our waitstaff person was Grace. She was fantastic!!!!!!!!!!
  10. BirthdayBash

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible. We were a large party and the service was outstanding. Very personable and caring staff with great recommendations. As always, the food was delicious and creative. Every dish was a work of art.
  11. JimA

    Omaha

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner. We sat in the Wine Cellar. Outstanding evening!
  12. ErinV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, Boiler Room was sensational. We did not have a sub-excellent dish. Great meal and experience.
  13. RossH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I was looking for a romantic atmosphere for my wife's birthday and was not disappointed. We both loved the ambience, the food and the wait staff. In fact, I'd have to say the food was some of the best we've had anywhere. The menu selections are unique so most of it was items we'd never tasted before. The venison I had was red stag sourced from New Zealand and it was outstanding. And the sirloin my wife ordered - I have no idea how they made sirloin taste like filet but they did. It was the best sirloin I've ever tasted. I can't begin to describe the sides - food I've never had before but it was all delicious. My wife had a wine she hadn't tasted before and I had a beer I've never heard of. Both were excellent. It is quite pricey but I'll go back because I enjoyed it that much. You won't regret going here.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an exceptional time. Thanks for everything!
  15. MaryD

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Boiler Room. The food was beyond delicious and our server, Ashley, was delightful! Everyone made our small group feel special. We were there for my sister’s 70th birthday.
  16. KendraM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An overall great experience and a wonderful use of money to celebrate a special occasion.
  17. Meggababy

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Literally one of the best meals either of us have ever had! I had venison, he had halibut, and both were amazing!! Our waitress was literally the nicest woman on the face of the planet! And the atmosphere was super cool. The old building was perfect, and the artwork was perfectly matched to the environment. It sound like someone paid me to say all of this, but this is my honest and personal interpretation. My guy felt the exact same.
  18. SeanG

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food never lets you down. Good vibe. Ask for Grace, she’s awesome!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Amazing venison, kudos to the chef! Heading on a deployment Mon and had a night with my girlfriend and she really enjoyed it. When I get back hope to go back and it’ll be on the menu.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Exceptional greeting by the hostess. Service was superb. Drinks and dinner were so perfect! We love watching the kitchen from our table! Kudos to the Boiler Room.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grace was an amazing server and our meal was literally the best I’ve had in a long time. Thank you so much!!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Guam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Host, Waitress and Food was amazing!
  23. TedL

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to go! Wagu Beef and Tuna were excellent! Like wine? Great selection as well.
  24. Ralf

    Bavaria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Each piece of food on my plate was incredibly tasty. Service was extraordinary and special...
  25. Jean

    Omaha

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had not eaten at Boiler Room other than the weekends, which we have always enjoyed. This time, our reservation was early in the week to celebrate a special occasion. There were entrees on the menu that aren't offered on the weekends, as they are limited items that are more difficult to do at busier times. Everything from the complimentary welcome bubbly (made reservation for special occasion) to dessert was flawless and exceptional. The ambiance is lovely, especially on a gray day. Boiler Room is truly a gem!
  26. VictoriaW

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything exceeded our expectations. Recommendations from the server were helpful. Food was excellent. Our seats gave a great view of the kitchen; it was a blast to watch the chefs work their magic.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our fourth time eating here. Always delicious and wonderful service.
  28. Jerry

    Omaha

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are always excellent. We had a wonderful experience.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely fantastic and well worth the money. The charcuterie was to die for, I got the lamb shank, and my husband got the wagyu sirloin. The lamb fell off the bone and the mushrooms on the plate were the best bite of it all. The wagyu was tender and the potatoes were amazing. Everything was seasoned to perfection. Not only that, our waitress, Grace, was fabulous! She was knowledgeable, friendly, sweet, and efficient. Everything was brought to us as fast as possible. She really brought her A-game. Last night was a wonderful date night for my husband and I. I highly recommend the Boiler Room!
  30. LeahW

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was one of our bucket list restaurants and it didn’t disappoint. You know how sometimes restaurants can be hyped up and don’t live up to expectations? Not this place! The Boiler Room was amazing in every sense of the word. From the amazing staff to the melt in your mouth food. The boiler room is a must for omaha eats. We started of with drinks and a charcuterie platter. Who knew charcuterie could be that unique and pack so much flavor?! From the house made lavosh crackers, to the jam, to the spreadable pulled pork, we were in heaven! We had the perfect seats viewing the kitchen. We got to see as Chef Tim plated up our meal. His station was super clean and he worked with a lot of precision. We both ordered the steak entree and the plate literally looked like art and we didn’t know which end to start with. Steak over a bed of wild rice, with carrot purée, asparagus, and a potato au gratin in the shape of a square. It was absolutely devine and we couldn’t stop eating. Our last dish was their pana cotta with meringue. The balance between the crunchy meringue and smooth pana cotta. It was the perfect bite to end our night there. The place is worth every penny and we will be back!
  31. ToddD

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal. Great service. Got a tad bit loud for my old ears as the evening went on. Highly recommend!
  32. SaraB

    Omaha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The food seemed subdued, under seasoned, the flavors on the menu were just not showing up on the plates. Everything seemed too sweet, except the dessert which was outstanding. I did not feel like the quality represented the price point. The service was lovely, and timing was perfect, but the food was just ok.
  33. QuyenP

    Omaha

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    That was our late Valentine dinner. We requested for Tasting menu, $75/person plus we order a bottle wine. The food was little bit salty but overall that was pretty dinner. Our waitress is super nice. Thank you chef n all staffs for your hard working.
  34. Marni

    Omaha

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for a birthday and it was fantastic. The menus were printed for the occasion with Happy Birthday, the service was great and the food fabulous.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place . been coming here every now and then and always treated with respect and dignity. The waiters are more than perfect. Fast service food perfect .
  36. Alivia

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic experience and we feel we had the best seats in the house. Seriously everything from our server to ever course was divine. A top 3 dining experience in our lives
  37. JesseG

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Since it was my first time being there it was a great place. Great service and great food. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
  38. SteveS

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food! Our service was impeccable! Wine pairings were spot on!
  39. KatieW

    Greece

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great anniversary dinner with a view of the chefs working their magic. We’ll be back!
  40. Bryan

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible experience. Went above and beyond our expectations. Great drinks, top notch food, and top tier service.

FAQs

Boiler Room is rated 4.9 stars by 1841 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Boiler Room

1110 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    11th and Jones

  • Neighbourhood

    Downtown / Old Market

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Contemporary French, Contemporary Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    11th Street Sidewalk is back open! Please use this way to get to the restaurant. Jones Street is currently under construction. There is street parking on 11th Street, as well as heading east down Jones Street. Also, nearby is a Park Omaha parking lot that can be entered on Jackson Street in-between 11th and 10th streets.

  • Public Transit

    none

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Tim Nicholson

  • Entertainment

    Kitchen View

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (402) 916-9274

  • Catering

    none

  • Private party facilities

    We have three separate areas to accommodate private parties.

  • Private party contact

    Jeff Koster: (402) 916-9274

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