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The Most Fun Restaurants in Omaha

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by The OpenTable Team
Updated November 14, 2019

The all-American city of Omaha, Nebraska has grown into a Midwestern metropolis with a thriving culture, economy and some of the finest cuisine in the region. The most fun restaurants in Omaha form an integral part of the culinary scene, mixing hearty dishes from the Midwest with cutting-edge flavors to give Omaha a taste all its own. But where are the city's smartest, savviest diners headed out to when looking for the most fun restaurants in town? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. Here, we've gathered information from the city's in-the-know diners to put together a list of the most fun restaurant in Omaha. From acclaimed downtown hot spots to beloved local diners, the most fun restaurants in Omaha have a fine meal for everyone. Grab a table in Omaha and enjoy!

Sage Student Bistro - Institute for the Culinary Arts
4.9 (645)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Downtown / Old Market
This novel restaurant in the heart of the city is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It's an excellent combination for visitors. In one visit, diners can help out students and get a delicious meal. All of the meals at the Sage Student Bistro come from the students at the Metropolitan Community College. Dinner entrees include short rib with beech mushrooms, rabbit ragout with parmesan, and duck breast with blackberry. Start the meal with a charcuterie selection or the hot butternut soup. Check in to see the student "prix fixe" menus for the season.
Top review
Christina
Dined 6 days ago
Positive, good experience. The students do everything….the menu development, cooking, serving, etc. We had a six-course meal with a wine pairing on two courses. Excellent food….hats off to the chefs. Our server seemed shy….which did not get in the way of good service. The entire student team was friendly, supported each other, and took care of the guests. Not only was the food delicious, it was visibly appealing. Great experience….I want to go back!
This novel restaurant in the heart of the city is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It's an excellent combination for visitors. In one visit, diners can help out students and get a delicious meal. All of the meals at the Sage Student Bistro come from the students at the Metropolitan Community College. Dinner entrees include short rib with beech mushrooms, rabbit ragout with parmesan, and duck breast with blackberry. Start the meal with a charcuterie selection or the hot butternut soup. Check in to see the student "prix fixe" menus for the season.
Top review
Christina
Dined 6 days ago
Positive, good experience. The students do everything….the menu development, cooking, serving, etc. We had a six-course meal with a wine pairing on two courses. Excellent food….hats off to the chefs. Our server seemed shy….which did not get in the way of good service. The entire student team was friendly, supported each other, and took care of the guests. Not only was the food delicious, it was visibly appealing. Great experience….I want to go back!
Dolce
4.8 (1648)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
West Omaha
This upscale restaurant of West Maple Road is one of the finest dining destinations in all of Omaha. A comfortable and airy space, Dolce features New American fare with a focus on fine meat dishes. Start with some of the shared plates, like chorizo macaroni and cheese or "Margarita mussels" made with tequila and grilled focaccia. For entrees, try the pan-seared scallops with pickled onion or Colorado lamb t-bone with falafel and cucumber. Pan-seared duck breast features bulgogi barley, carrot, bok choy, and cabbage. Dolce is also a definite must-try spot for dessert. The Dolce citrus creme brulee with a lemon cookie and ginger snap is a must-have.
Top review
JulieVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful dining experience - food was outstanding. The chef came out several times to talk about the food and fresh mushrooms he just picked. Service great. Nice intimate atmosphere.
This upscale restaurant of West Maple Road is one of the finest dining destinations in all of Omaha. A comfortable and airy space, Dolce features New American fare with a focus on fine meat dishes. Start with some of the shared plates, like chorizo macaroni and cheese or "Margarita mussels" made with tequila and grilled focaccia. For entrees, try the pan-seared scallops with pickled onion or Colorado lamb t-bone with falafel and cucumber. Pan-seared duck breast features bulgogi barley, carrot, bok choy, and cabbage. Dolce is also a definite must-try spot for dessert. The Dolce citrus creme brulee with a lemon cookie and ginger snap is a must-have.
Top review
JulieVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful dining experience - food was outstanding. The chef came out several times to talk about the food and fresh mushrooms he just picked. Service great. Nice intimate atmosphere.
Wave Bistro
4.8 (684)
$30 and under
Asian
West Omaha
This intimate and welcoming Omaha bistro is one of the most creative restaurants in town. Wave features an engaging menu of Asian-fusion eats to locals and tourists. Seafood is a favorite at Wave. Try the cashew-crusted salmon fillet with vegetables and rice in a teriyaki glaze, or the lemon creamy almond shrimp with fruit salad. A chicken menu boasts highlights like orange chicken, teriyaki chicken, and Thai green curry chicken. Don't miss the yakisoba, Japanese-style noodles cooked with vegetables and a choice of protein.
Top review
KristyVIP
Dined on Apr 29, 2025
Excellent service from the moment we arrived. Both drinks & food were served in a timely manner. We sat quite awhile after dinner visiting and never felt pressured to leave.
This intimate and welcoming Omaha bistro is one of the most creative restaurants in town. Wave features an engaging menu of Asian-fusion eats to locals and tourists. Seafood is a favorite at Wave. Try the cashew-crusted salmon fillet with vegetables and rice in a teriyaki glaze, or the lemon creamy almond shrimp with fruit salad. A chicken menu boasts highlights like orange chicken, teriyaki chicken, and Thai green curry chicken. Don't miss the yakisoba, Japanese-style noodles cooked with vegetables and a choice of protein.
Top review
KristyVIP
Dined on Apr 29, 2025
Excellent service from the moment we arrived. Both drinks & food were served in a timely manner. We sat quite awhile after dinner visiting and never felt pressured to leave.
Le Voltaire
4.8 (1887)
$31 to $50
French
West Omaha
An elegant French restaurant, Le Voltaire is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. Le Voltaire boasts a full menu of French favorites like escargots de Bourgogne, baked brie, and foie gras on bread. Head to the "Red Meats" menu for boeuf Bourguignon, filet mignon, or Paris-style steak frites. Le Voltaire also includes an excellent selection of desserts, including upside-down apple tart and banana Nutella crepes.
Top review
Jennifer
Dined 1 day ago
Servers were enjoying themselves which is fine however when restaurant is rather quiet that’s what you can really hear. Food was good
An elegant French restaurant, Le Voltaire is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. Le Voltaire boasts a full menu of French favorites like escargots de Bourgogne, baked brie, and foie gras on bread. Head to the "Red Meats" menu for boeuf Bourguignon, filet mignon, or Paris-style steak frites. Le Voltaire also includes an excellent selection of desserts, including upside-down apple tart and banana Nutella crepes.
Top review
Jennifer
Dined 1 day ago
Servers were enjoying themselves which is fine however when restaurant is rather quiet that’s what you can really hear. Food was good
Dante
4.7 (2629)
$31 to $50
Italian
West Omaha
Head out to the Shops of Legacy for one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. Dante is a traditional Neapolitan pizzeria featuring some of the best wood-fired pies in town. There's a full menu of red and white pizzas at Dante. Try the Guiseppe red pizza, with sausage, cipollini, and wood-roasted pepper. A spicy "Diavolo" includes soppressata, link sausage, and Calabrian chili. The "Alborosie" white pizza boasts a farm egg, spicy link sausage, ricotta, and mozzarella. There are also excellent pasta options at Dante. Go for the rigatoni bolognese with red wine and Grana Padano.
Top review
SharonVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and personable waiter. Great value
Head out to the Shops of Legacy for one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. Dante is a traditional Neapolitan pizzeria featuring some of the best wood-fired pies in town. There's a full menu of red and white pizzas at Dante. Try the Guiseppe red pizza, with sausage, cipollini, and wood-roasted pepper. A spicy "Diavolo" includes soppressata, link sausage, and Calabrian chili. The "Alborosie" white pizza boasts a farm egg, spicy link sausage, ricotta, and mozzarella. There are also excellent pasta options at Dante. Go for the rigatoni bolognese with red wine and Grana Padano.
Top review
SharonVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and personable waiter. Great value
Boiler Room
4.8 (1977)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown / Old Market
This captivating and rustic loft spot is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It features a focus on local ingredients along with one of the best wine cellars in Omaha. Grab a glass from Spain, Italy, France, or elsewhere to go along with dinner. For an appetizer, try house-marinated olives, cauliflower soup, or tagliatelle with braised pork sugo. Entrees include Pacific sablefish with couscous, seared New Bedford scallops, and Idaho golden trout with black beans. Another highlight is the Morgan Ranch wagyu sirloin steak with braised beans and local mushrooms.
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JeffreyVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Took my spouse there for her birthday. Exceptional service. Meal was fantastic and the lemon Marange desert was spectacular. They event put Happy Birthday on the menu for us. Kind of a cute touch. We really enjoyed the evening.
This captivating and rustic loft spot is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It features a focus on local ingredients along with one of the best wine cellars in Omaha. Grab a glass from Spain, Italy, France, or elsewhere to go along with dinner. For an appetizer, try house-marinated olives, cauliflower soup, or tagliatelle with braised pork sugo. Entrees include Pacific sablefish with couscous, seared New Bedford scallops, and Idaho golden trout with black beans. Another highlight is the Morgan Ranch wagyu sirloin steak with braised beans and local mushrooms.
Top review
JeffreyVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Took my spouse there for her birthday. Exceptional service. Meal was fantastic and the lemon Marange desert was spectacular. They event put Happy Birthday on the menu for us. Kind of a cute touch. We really enjoyed the evening.
360 Steakhouse - Harrah's Council Bluffs
4.4 (2215)
$31 to $50
American
Council Bluffs
A short distance from the Iowa/Nebraska border, the 360 Steakhouse is the place to go for a great meal and great view. Head up to the 12th floor of the Harrah's Council Bluffs casino to sample the tastes of 360. The celebrated restaurant features excellent views of the Omaha skyline and the Iowa countryside. For a Midwest taste, try the pork and grits appetizer with Knob Creek honey au jus. Charbroiled Omaha steaks include bone-in New York strip, ribeye, and blackened filet with shrimp. Try the "Steak and Cake," pairing a filet mignon with a jumbo lump crab cake.
Top review
Jude
Dined on May 3, 2025
Thw aervice was great and all our food was wonderful!
A short distance from the Iowa/Nebraska border, the 360 Steakhouse is the place to go for a great meal and great view. Head up to the 12th floor of the Harrah's Council Bluffs casino to sample the tastes of 360. The celebrated restaurant features excellent views of the Omaha skyline and the Iowa countryside. For a Midwest taste, try the pork and grits appetizer with Knob Creek honey au jus. Charbroiled Omaha steaks include bone-in New York strip, ribeye, and blackened filet with shrimp. Try the "Steak and Cake," pairing a filet mignon with a jumbo lump crab cake.
Top review
Jude
Dined on May 3, 2025
Thw aervice was great and all our food was wonderful!
Beacon Hills
4.4 (810)
$30 and under
American
West Omaha
Head out to the Aksarben Village for one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. This warm and welcoming spot offers some of the best traditional Midwestern dishes in Omaha. Begin the meal with a selection of appetizers, like lasagna bites with marinara sauce or brown-sugar chicken wings. The "Beacon Baskets" include fried catfish, crab cakes, salmon, and chicken tenders. Beacon Hills is also one of the best spots in Omaha for Brunch. Head in during the weekends for favorites like stuffed biscuits and gravy of the "Berry Belgian" waffle.
Top review
Lynn
Dined on May 3, 2025
Everyone loved their dinner choices and our service was excellent! This is one of the few restaurants where I can guarantee that everyone in our family (from age 22 to 88) will be able to find a dinner choice that makes them happy.
Head out to the Aksarben Village for one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. This warm and welcoming spot offers some of the best traditional Midwestern dishes in Omaha. Begin the meal with a selection of appetizers, like lasagna bites with marinara sauce or brown-sugar chicken wings. The "Beacon Baskets" include fried catfish, crab cakes, salmon, and chicken tenders. Beacon Hills is also one of the best spots in Omaha for Brunch. Head in during the weekends for favorites like stuffed biscuits and gravy of the "Berry Belgian" waffle.
Top review
Lynn
Dined on May 3, 2025
Everyone loved their dinner choices and our service was excellent! This is one of the few restaurants where I can guarantee that everyone in our family (from age 22 to 88) will be able to find a dinner choice that makes them happy.
J. Gilbert’s - Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - Omaha
4.7 (3464)
$31 to $50
Steak
Downtown / Old Market
This classic steakhouse is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It's a traditional wood-fired steaks and seafood spot on Capitol Avenue with plenty of the steakhouse trappings. Try the USDA prime bone-in "cowboy cut" of ribeye or wood-grilled ribs alongside thin-cut fries. Shrimp "Durango" includes ancho chile butter and Parmigiano Reggiano, and maple plank roasted salmon features a bourbon glaze and Yukon mashed potatoes. J. Gilbert's also specializes in excellent cocktails. Go for the barrel-aged Manhattan with Maker's Mark bourbon and Italian sweet vermouth.
Top review
james
Dined 7 days ago
We were celebrating our anniversary and everything was exceptional from start to finish. Our server was superb and went above and beyond when we told him of our food allergy and finding dessert options that would work for us. Thank you J. Gilbert's for making this a memorable evening.
This classic steakhouse is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It's a traditional wood-fired steaks and seafood spot on Capitol Avenue with plenty of the steakhouse trappings. Try the USDA prime bone-in "cowboy cut" of ribeye or wood-grilled ribs alongside thin-cut fries. Shrimp "Durango" includes ancho chile butter and Parmigiano Reggiano, and maple plank roasted salmon features a bourbon glaze and Yukon mashed potatoes. J. Gilbert's also specializes in excellent cocktails. Go for the barrel-aged Manhattan with Maker's Mark bourbon and Italian sweet vermouth.
Top review
james
Dined 7 days ago
We were celebrating our anniversary and everything was exceptional from start to finish. Our server was superb and went above and beyond when we told him of our food allergy and finding dessert options that would work for us. Thank you J. Gilbert's for making this a memorable evening.
Railcar Modern American Kitchen
4.6 (2096)
$30 and under
American
West Omaha
A charming and entertaining spot in Stonehenge Center, Railcar is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It has one of the best happy hours in the city. Start with the Maryland crab cakes or the pan-roasted Brussels sprouts. "The Boiler" includes a diner burger, house-cut fries, beer, and a shot. For dinner, try a selection off of the Railcar "Test Kitchen" menu. Go for the planked Berkshire pork chop, blackened scallops, or butternut squash risotto. On Friday or Saturday night, try the 12-hour Iowa slow-roasted Angus prime rib.
Top review
Ryan
Dined 1 day ago
First time visiting this establishment. Brunch was amazing! Mimosas and bloody’s for the win! Definitely recommend the lemon ricotta pancakes and the Tartine 2 ways!
A charming and entertaining spot in Stonehenge Center, Railcar is one of the most fun restaurants in Omaha. It has one of the best happy hours in the city. Start with the Maryland crab cakes or the pan-roasted Brussels sprouts. "The Boiler" includes a diner burger, house-cut fries, beer, and a shot. For dinner, try a selection off of the Railcar "Test Kitchen" menu. Go for the planked Berkshire pork chop, blackened scallops, or butternut squash risotto. On Friday or Saturday night, try the 12-hour Iowa slow-roasted Angus prime rib.
Top review
Ryan
Dined 1 day ago
First time visiting this establishment. Brunch was amazing! Mimosas and bloody’s for the win! Definitely recommend the lemon ricotta pancakes and the Tartine 2 ways!

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