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Railcar Modern American Kitchen, Omaha, NE

Railcar Modern American Kitchen

4.3
4.3
1856 Reviews
$30 and under
American
At Railcar, we want to take you back to the classic American dining experience: Food that blends flavors from so many cultures, from all corners of the melting pot that is the United States. Food that warms your soul as it fills your stomach.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 23 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Burgers, Contemporary American

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (402) 493-4743

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Jared Clarke

  • Catering

    Email us at jared@railcarmak.com to book your next catering. We offer catering from as little as 10 people to 500.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer full service dinner or cocktailing with passed appetizers for your next event. Our party room has its own private bar and can seat up to 50 people.

  • Private party contact

    Jared Clarke: (402) 493-4743

  • Neighbourhood

    West Omaha

  • Cross Street

    Blondo

  • Parking Details

    Free Parking

  • Public Transit

    NONE

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,856 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Omaha

    Great for brunch

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  1. Nicolette

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    It wasn't bad, just not great food. I probably won't go back.
  2. ScottR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food and service was great! Very enjoyable place for a date.
  3. Hoky

    Omaha

    197 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    197 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We attended a Wilson Daniels wine dinner on 3/20. Each course was so flavorful and creative and went very well with the selected (mostly European) wines. I really enjoyed the wines as I don’t often get the opportunity to drink wines from Alsace, Spain and Hungary unless I’m in Europe. It was our first time at this restaurant and such a great experience! We had a very fun table and enjoyed the evening so much! Being able to purchase the wines we drank was an added plus! Both the chef and the wine rep provided great details for each course and pairing! We can’t wait for the next wine dinner! Thank you!
  4. BergC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food was very good. Everyone in my party enjoyed their meal and said they would definitely return.
  5. Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service2ambience5
    Friendly efficient wait staff, but very slow service. One of our orders took way too long to come out of the kitchen.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I come to Omaha monthly to visit family. On one of my visits, I came to Railcar and sat in Morgan’s section by the bar. Morgan was just so cool, fun, and personable… the way she interacted with my 6 year old son was just so natural that on my next trip to Omaha, my son asked to go to Railcar, mentioning Morgan by name. Now, Railcar has become part of my routine every time I visit Omaha. My son and I go to see Morgan as our first order of business during my monthly visits. Morgan remembers my regular drink order and just gives me a hand signal to ask if I want my usual drink. (I have never said no.) This might sound overly dramatic, but I don’t care… the food and drinks at Railcar are awesome, and Morgan makes it an experience that I look forward to.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food3service3ambience4
    The waitress was very nice a bit like n the slow she de but overall very pleasant! The eggs on my breakfast item were very slimy not appetizing at all. A couple of the others at the table got the lemon ricotta pancakes an were disappointed in the overall way they were cooked. So it was an out and out bust but could have been better.
  8. Luvdatenite

    Denver

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    We visited Railcar 2 years ago and liked it so thought we would try it out again. First, we should have known something was off because the restaurant was not busy for a Friday night. Our drinks took a long time and our server was not familiar with the menu. Our 2 appetizers were awful…cold and the flavor was just off. The charcuterie board was pathetic & was missing items. However, they didn’t take that item off the menu & there were no substitutions. They have changed the menu items because the one online was different than the one in the restaurant which was disappointing and misleading. Our main entries were just ok. There was nothing about our entire meal that we were impressed with. To top it off, the employees were gathering in the back of the restaurant complaining about their night & shouting inappropriate language. We will not be back.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    Had a very nice server, but they were obviously shorthanded. Took forever to get our drink order and then forever to get our drinks. Once we finally ordered food, it was brought in a timely manner. Food was delicious. They just need more help.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food!
  11. brownie

    Omaha

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Love the inventive menu at Railcar!
  12. Jessica

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    When we arrived we had a reservation and were seated right away. The food was fresh and made from scratch. Everything was very good.
  13. RandalC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Bison meatloaf medallion was incredible! Great service!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great as usual. Crab bisque was sublime. Service is great.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience3
    Met some ladies at Railcar Modern American Kitchen today at 10:15 for brunch. Started out great- server was attentive and patient as we waited for a few more in our party. I had the griddled prime rib which was not very good. Zero flavor, cooked med well-well done and just kind of blah. Tried various drinks off the bottomless menu, $15 and they’re interchangeable, great deal! Our server quickly became less attentive and almost seemed bothered to stop by. We finished eating and he let us know he was on his way out so we agreed to cash out so we could tip him out but did let him know we were still conversing so to send the new server. They never came. We asked another server and he said he’d get someone. Great! The gal that came over was really not interested even though we made it clear in the beginning that we would be tipping for service as she was a new server to us. She took our drink order but after 15 minutes they never came, 4 Lady Chablis. We let her know to go ahead and cancel them as we were going to head out. Again, she was not interested in any part of us so her response was ‘ok thanks’. Fast forward we left Railcar and went to Corner Kick on 162nd Maple. Got fajitas, margaritas and street tacos. Chris was our server and he was FANTASTIC! Very attentive, courteous and just s nice guy. We will be returned to Corner kick!! Railcar…. Probably not.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a great experience when we eat at Rail Car! This experience was no exception! Loved our server. Food was absolutely delicious!
  17. DebraQ

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentines Day…delicious food…intimate
  18. TraciL

    Omaha

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine’s Day. We had not been to Railcar in awhile. The food, the drinks, the service… All great!! Olivia was very nice and attentive. She had suggestions that were helpful. A very nice dinner. We need to visit Railcar more often!!
  19. ChristineK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was amazing. Everything we had from the appetizers to the dessert was excellent. Our server was very attentive and the craft cocktail I had was good.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    Food tasted good! The only small issue we had was that you get such small portions. For the price you pay, you should be going home with leftovers.
  21. RyanA

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Kim was an excellent server. Food was wonderful and served promptly. Food options didn’t disappoint and flavors were great.
  22. randal

    Omaha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience2
    The food was truly excellent, but we were seated at the worst table in the restaurant and the service was what one would expect at Applebees.
  23. KurtH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our first time there. Service was excellent (and well rewarded with a 25% tip). The food was good - though not as good as I prepare at home, frankly. I probably wouldn't go back with the family - driving, plus cost just doesn't equal to what I can prepare at home, nor as tasty. Their cole-slaw however, was outstanding, and yes, admittedly, better than mine. But not the steaks, which were good, but didn't knock my shorts off.
  24. SFCityyears

    Omaha

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Had early reservation so it was easy to get in quickly. Good table and server was okay. We asked about the onion soup and caramelized onions on the entree and she mentioned we wouldn’t have gas later? Overheard her tell a table behind that the kitchen was English challenged. Overall the main courses, prime rib and medallions were very good. Menu was VD special so no happy hour pricing.
  25. Surpriseme

    Omaha

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal and our server was very attentive and friendly!
  26. KrisA

    Denver

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Took over 30 minutes to get our drinks. Took over 40 minutes to get the bacon wrapped shrimp and the shrimp were completely raw. At this point we just asked for our check and said we would try again another night. The manager brought out a new order of shrimp instead and this time most of them were cooked but not all of them. We again just asked for the check and said we would try again another night. Everyone in our group has worked in the food industry before and understand a bad night. We were disappointed in the fact that they seemed annoyed with US for leaving.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Food was ok. Cheese curds were not salted at all. Brought me two wrong drinks before the right one. Then brought two at the same that were the right ones. Drinks were both warm. Have always had very good meals and drinks there so we were bummed. Waitress was very nice and ambience is always pretty. Just wish the food/drinks were the same quality they used to be
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Service was a little awkward with the waitress
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious coffee and food! Great service!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience3
    We had reservations for 10:45. Nobody even came over to the table to ask about drinks until 20 mins later. The food came out at noon and two of the people had to leave before the food came out because of the time. The service was terrible and there was no compensation.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    It took 40 min. to get a cocktail once seated. We finished our appetizer before they came. Ordered prime rib med. Rare & it was well done, the cut next to the end. Will not return.
  32. fullhouse

    Omaha

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great meal with Friends at the Railcar. Place was hopping and active!
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We had a longer than usual wait, but the food and service was very good, our server Kenzie was great! Railcar is one of our favorite restaurants and we'll definitely be back.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    Food was wonderful and the attention to detail in the meals was a pleasant surprise. I enjoyed every aspect minus the noise level. It was a packed house and I’ll try again at maybe less busy time if that’s possible. But no matter the traffic I will come back you guys are amazing!!!
  35. Nicholas

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    Food was cold. And place was noisy. Not a stop for kids.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We brought an out of town guest as we always do, and did not disappoint!! I missed Lobster Hushpuppies, but the tomato toast & bacon wrapped shrimp were splendid too. Stroganoff, beef medallions & chicken schnitzel we’re all outstanding, as were toffee chocolate cake and cronut sundae. Don’t miss it!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    It was great!
  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Food was overpriced for the portions you get. Pasta and burger had no flavor. Server was rude and acted like it was a huge inconvenience when we asked for a second round of drinks.
  39. LaurieJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very Welcoming, our waitperson was great, fun and attentive to our needs.
  40. KATIE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Our server Morgan was amazing. We came for the prime rib only to be told they were out of all steaks. Other than that the service was fast and great. Morgan was friendly , fast and courteous.

FAQs

Railcar Modern American Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Railcar Modern American Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (402) 493-4743.

Railcar Modern American Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 1856 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 23 times today
Google Map for Railcar Modern American Kitchen

1814 N. 144th St., Omaha, NE 68154

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Blondo

  • Neighbourhood

    West Omaha

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Burgers, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Free Parking

  • Public Transit

    NONE

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Jared Clarke

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (402) 493-4743

  • Catering

    Email us at jared@railcarmak.com to book your next catering. We offer catering from as little as 10 people to 500.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer full service dinner or cocktailing with passed appetizers for your next event. Our party room has its own private bar and can seat up to 50 people.

  • Private party contact

    Jared Clarke: (402) 493-4743

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