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Spezia - Steaks, Italian & Seafood

4.8
4.8
2644 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Tucked away in Midtown, Spezia - Steaks, Italian & Seafood's great food, attentive service and intimate atmosphere give guests the memorable dining experience they crave. The party rooms, courtyard, and infamous "Romance Booth" make it the best kept secret in Omaha. With its big-city ambiance and small-town comfort, Spezia is sure to become a favorite spot for you and your loved ones. Whether you are on a first date, celebrating your thirtieth anniversary, entertaining business clients, or getting for the weekend, Spezia - Steaks, Italian & Seafood is a must stop destination.

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2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 30 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Steak, Seafood

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (402) 391-2950

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Brian Reilly

  • Catering

    Large Group To-Go menu featuring family style pastas and salads. Perfect for Business meetings, pharmaceutical lunches, or private events. Delivery Available. Please call for more details 402-391-2950.

  • Private party facilities

    Spezia dining rooms are designed to have a warm and comforting feel. Complete with a wood mini bar, original artwork, wood table tops, carpet, and a Bose sound system. For groups under 20 guests full menu or limited menu is available. For groups over 20, an appointment is requested so that a menu can be discussed. Room “R” has a big window facing the main patio, and a private patio for guests. This room can be used for groups between 10-30 guests. The room has a $100 (M-TH) or $200 (F-Sat) charge that is waived if $1500 or more is spent. Room “W” has original art work, a wooden bar, and an impressive wine display. This room can be used by 25-50 guests, with a $150 (M-TH) or $300 (F-Sat) room charge or $2500 spent. When both rooms are opened up, they can accommodate groups up to 100 with a $250 (M-TH) or $500 (F-Sat) room charge or $3000 in food and beverage. It’s important to reserve the rooms as soon as possible, they do book fast.

  • Neighbourhood

    Midtown

  • Cross Street

    Spring St

  • Parking Details

    Parking available in restaurant's main lot and also in Ronald J. Palagi's Law Office lot next door.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,644 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Nebraska

    Romantic

  • Nebraska

    Most Booked

  • Omaha

    Best Overall

  • Omaha

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  • Omaha

    Romantic

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  1. Thomas

    Kansas City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was exceptional. Food came out of the kitchen in a short amount of time. The meal was served piping hot and was delicious.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently delicious food and excellent service.

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  3. PhilA

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic place to share a meal with friends or that special person in your life. The last great Italian restaurant in midtown.

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  4. Lynne

    Omaha

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I took my husband here for his birthday dinner. He got the rack of lamb and loved it. I got the wood grilled scallops and shrimp. They were equally delicious. We got the Artichoke crap dip for an appetizer. Needless to say we had some delicious left overs to take home. The waitress gave my husband a take out dish of tiramisu for his birthday.

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  5. RonniW

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    Food was fantastic as always, service was horrendous, which is highly unusual. We have dined there many times over the years and have never had so many issues. Hostess was unfriendly and barely looked at us when we came in and didn’t say anything to us, someone else sat us and they were pleasant. Waitress was so confused and it was like she had hardly waited tables before. Took forever to get our drink order and our order for that matter. It is also normal to have bread before your meal and it not only took awhile but we were ignored for tables that came in after us. She was not even attentive, again giving attention to other tables like they were more important. She forgot to bring items that we had asked for, and spilled a little bit of water on my husband when grabbing a water pitcher behind him on the counter. The kicker was when we received the bill and she charged us for 3 salads and a soup when there were only 3 of us and ordered one salad and one soup. She seemed shocked and dismayed when we pointed this out to her. I surely hope not to have the same waitress in the future, I miss the attention we have had in the past, especially when spending $100’s on a meal. Thankfully the food was delicious and our guest was able to enjoy the food we had told her so much about. Definitely not a great impression to leave on someone who had never been there before, especially when we had raved about how impressive the place was.

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  6. KarenB

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have eaten here several times and are never disappointed.

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  7. MarkW

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spezia was a nice surprise. While there are several newer hotels within walking distance, we learned that Spezia has been in this location for 18 years. We found the steak and the Italian dishes to be very good to excellent. Our server was attentive and upbeat, and the ambience was fun, energetic, but comfortably luxurious. This is a great place for celebrations.

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  8. Tori

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall4food3service2ambience4
    We went to Spezia for a very early dinner (reservation 4:30) before a graduation ceremony at Baxter Arena. We chose it because of its proximity to Baxter and Spezia's reputation for being a nice dinner choice. Our service was adequate, but not attentive or above average. In regards to the food, skip the calamari. It was rubbery and for its price, very slim. It did, however, have many grilled, sliced frigitelli that did not suit our tastes. The Italian dishes ordered were prepared well. The Ribeye was not worth its price tag. It had a large ribbon of gristle and was not prepared to medium-rare as requested. Also, be aware, our son asked for asparagus instead of a potato with his steak and got 3 spears of asparagus. I recommend Spezia, but I would steer clear of the steaks.

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  9. ChristineU

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very enjoyable experience. I read on your web site though that happy hour appetizers are 25% off but it didn’t reflect that in the happy hour menu. Does it come off your check at the end? Curious?

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  10. TamiW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, food & service for our first time there! Looking forward to going back!

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  11. DanB

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of the best value , friendlies experiences in Omaha. Food is delicious and is based on Italian Cuisine but certainly caters to Nebraska audience. We had a variety of options and nothing disappointed, from the excellent seafood stew and hunting ducklings to classic chicken parm. I would also say that the housestaff is much better trained than in other similar venues. The ambiance is great. Grazie mille!

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  12. FridayNightDinner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great service. Ribeye steak was cooked perfect and great flavor in the parts that were edible, but had a significant amount of elastin (silver skin,gristle). Cioppino was delicious, with generous portions of fish/seafood. Service was excellent.

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  13. KatieG

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All of the food was wonderful. The desserts were fantastic (banana foster cheesecake, lemoncello cake and chocolate mousse cake). Waitress was very attentive. Overall, a great time!

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  14. Fiddy3Ford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time to Spezia's and we were there for my wife's 65th birthday. It definitely surpassed our expectations. The service (Frankie was outstanding), the food, and the atmosphere, were all fantastic and made the experience one to remember. We will definitely go back!

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  15. JeriE

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Great menu selections and Food was delicious. Bit too noisy as usual

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  16. SteveY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Server that waited on us was very attentive. Had great suggestions for wine and menu. Food and Service were both excellent!

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  17. LindaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spezia is my family's favorite restaurant in Omaha. We've never had a bad meal there, and the service is top notch as well.

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  18. Suzette

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing! Will definitely be back!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Not sure what was going on but it was very busy and quite noisy! (Graduation? Weddings? Early Mother’s Day?) Still an enjoyable experience, good luncheon special, great service!

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  20. KhalidK

    Dallas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The resorto was a special and I ordered on the recommendation of the server. The steal was chewey and the overall plate was not very appetizing.

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  21. Stebert

    Atlanta Metro

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, and Sarah & team provided Outstanding, personal service

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  22. MiamiLocal

    Coastal Georgia

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Excellent Eggplant Parmesan. Very good Cioppino. Excellent value on Super Tuscan wines. Would definitely recommend.

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  23. PamelaC

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant! Amazing food and atmosphere!

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  24. Julie

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great evening, great service, Soring Risotto was amazing!

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  25. BethK

    Omaha

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently one of the best restaurants in Omaha. All in my party were very pleased with their meal this visit. Service is always attentive, not overly so. The restaurant became crowded while we were there but not noisy. I feel the prices are reasonable for the quality provided. One of my favorites!

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  26. NancyV

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Couldn’t have expected a nicer place to celebrate our 47th anniversary.!!!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always one of our favorite places to eat. The food was exceptional and the service was superb! We always enjoy our night out dining at Spezia.

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  28. KathleenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter, Frankie, was great. He was very attentive.

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  29. Hoky

    Omaha

    204 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    204 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always! The eggplant Parmesan and Italian Sausage and pepper flatbread are my favs!

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  30. GregoryH

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    The food was some of the best we had at your restaurant! No mention of our anniversary I wrote in the notes. Waitress was pleasant, but not overly outgoing. We will be back!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Service was a little slow, but otherwise it was a great experience.

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  32. jeanm

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a great restaurant that has outstanding food at a reasonable price. It's a good value for what you get. The help is always outstanding, too

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  33. TimS

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome as always. We have never had a bad experience in the years that we have been going there.

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  34. RayC

    Omaha

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our visit was our 46 year wedding anniversary celebration. This has always been a great place to celebrate a special occasion or just to have a great dining experience.

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  35. MarkM

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good food and service. It is one of our favorite places to eat in Omaha.

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  36. CarlosS

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love dining at Speiza, have been here 3 times and every experience was perfect! I usually make reservations as it’s the best way to confirm a seating spot. Usually choose Spezia for special occasions! Love the food, the wood roasted shrimps and scallops along with the pasta was delicious. Will be back again soon!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was great, prices were good for the quality of food. It was A little loud but that’s because there was a huge family beside us so it’s ok. And it was a little too dark almost tripped on someone’s bag.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Rya was delightful! Very attentive and checked on us many times to make sure we had everything we needed. We were celebrating a birthday and she offered us the special birthday treat tiramisu which was wonderful!

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  39. Kenp

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Blah place. Mediocre food. Cioppino tasteless— boring.

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  40. TimL

    Omaha

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Celebrated my partner's 21st birthday and the waitress was very good with suggestions and overall service. Although we waiting quite a long time for our entrees, the manager was good to let us know why and when to expect it. Would go back again for the price as a college student was not as bad as some of these other "nicer" restaurants.

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FAQs

Spezia - Steaks, Italian & Seafood is rated 4.8 stars by 2644 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Spezia - Steaks, Italian & Seafood

3125 S. 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68124

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Spring St

  • Neighbourhood

    Midtown

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Steak, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Parking available in restaurant's main lot and also in Ronald J. Palagi's Law Office lot next door.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Brian Reilly

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (402) 391-2950

  • Catering

    Large Group To-Go menu featuring family style pastas and salads. Perfect for Business meetings, pharmaceutical lunches, or private events. Delivery Available. Please call for more details 402-391-2950.

  • Private party facilities

    Spezia dining rooms are designed to have a warm and comforting feel. Complete with a wood mini bar, original artwork, wood table tops, carpet, and a Bose sound system. For groups under 20 guests full menu or limited menu is available. For groups over 20, an appointment is requested so that a menu can be discussed. Room “R” has a big window facing the main patio, and a private patio for guests. This room can be used for groups between 10-30 guests. The room has a $100 (M-TH) or $200 (F-Sat) charge that is waived if $1500 or more is spent. Room “W” has original art work, a wooden bar, and an impressive wine display. This room can be used by 25-50 guests, with a $150 (M-TH) or $300 (F-Sat) room charge or $2500 spent. When both rooms are opened up, they can accommodate groups up to 100 with a $250 (M-TH) or $500 (F-Sat) room charge or $3000 in food and beverage. It’s important to reserve the rooms as soon as possible, they do book fast.

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