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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
4.7 (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
Ren
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent service and fun, interesting, and delicious food! I highly recommend!
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
Ren
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent service and fun, interesting, and delicious food! I highly recommend!
Dolce
4.8 (1649)
$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
Jacob
Dined 3 days ago
A Wonderful Dining Experience! We had the pleasure of dining at Dolce restaurant and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We started with a meat and cheese charcuterie board, followed by perfectly cooked lamb, creamy risotto, and savory scallops. For dessert, the crème brûlée was big enough for two, rich and velvety. To complement the food, we had an Old Fashioned and the house Pinot Grigio. The Old Fashioned was expertly crafted and one of the best we've had in a while, definitely a standout. Our server was kind, accommodating, and very knowledgeable about the menu, making us feel comfortable and well taken care of. Although we were first-timers, it would have been helpful to have an explanation of the evening's specials and the menu at the start of the meal. That said, we figured it out by the end and had a truly enjoyable experience. Overall, a fantastic evening, and we look forward to coming back!
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
Jacob
Dined 3 days ago
A Wonderful Dining Experience! We had the pleasure of dining at Dolce restaurant and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We started with a meat and cheese charcuterie board, followed by perfectly cooked lamb, creamy risotto, and savory scallops. For dessert, the crème brûlée was big enough for two, rich and velvety. To complement the food, we had an Old Fashioned and the house Pinot Grigio. The Old Fashioned was expertly crafted and one of the best we've had in a while, definitely a standout. Our server was kind, accommodating, and very knowledgeable about the menu, making us feel comfortable and well taken care of. Although we were first-timers, it would have been helpful to have an explanation of the evening's specials and the menu at the start of the meal. That said, we figured it out by the end and had a truly enjoyable experience. Overall, a fantastic evening, and we look forward to coming back!
Wave Bistro
4.7 (680)
$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
PhilVIP
Dined 5 days ago
As always the food and service were fantastic. We are regulars. Jenny and the team never disappoint.
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
PhilVIP
Dined 5 days ago
As always the food and service were fantastic. We are regulars. Jenny and the team never disappoint.
Le Voltaire
4.8 (1881)
$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
DanVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Our food was amazing and our server was wonderful!
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
DanVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Our food was amazing and our server was wonderful!
Dante
4.8 (2613)
$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
Dawn
Dined 6 days ago
Had family visiting and decided to try Dante. We enjoyed every single thing. We had the Margerita DOP pizza and Lion mane truffle gnocchi followed by the Gelato flight (pistachio, cherry and peanut butter). All of us enjoyed everything and couldn't say enough good things. Our server was fun and engaging, great service! We'll be back soon because this place is too good to be true!! Thank you
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
Dawn
Dined 6 days ago
Had family visiting and decided to try Dante. We enjoyed every single thing. We had the Margerita DOP pizza and Lion mane truffle gnocchi followed by the Gelato flight (pistachio, cherry and peanut butter). All of us enjoyed everything and couldn't say enough good things. Our server was fun and engaging, great service! We'll be back soon because this place is too good to be true!! Thank you
Boiler Room
4.9 (1974)
$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.
Top review
JasonVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, wonderful wine list. Service was lacking.
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
JasonVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, wonderful wine list. Service was lacking.
360 Steakhouse - Harrah's Council Bluffs
4.4 (2208)
$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
NancyVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Ameni and Samantha gave excellent service. Delicious food with a great view!
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
NancyVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Ameni and Samantha gave excellent service. Delicious food with a great view!
Beacon Hills
4.3 (809)
$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
Mike
Dined on Mar 8, 2025
As a lifelong foodie and former chef, Beacon Hills has one of THE BEST menus in Omaha! Food is so meticulously done but NOT fufu. Drinks are off the charts amazing and full of flavor...not just ice!
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
Mike
Dined on Mar 8, 2025
As a lifelong foodie and former chef, Beacon Hills has one of THE BEST menus in Omaha! Food is so meticulously done but NOT fufu. Drinks are off the charts amazing and full of flavor...not just ice!
J. Gilbert’s - Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - Omaha
4.8 (3428)
$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
OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Good food, service and ambiance . Worth every penny!
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
OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Good food, service and ambiance . Worth every penny!
Railcar Modern American Kitchen
4.6 (2086)
$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
NatashaVIP
Dined on Mar 24, 2025
Railcar never disappoints, everything we’ve ordered has been amazing. We went on a Monday to celebrate my husband’s birthday & loved that it wasn’t as busy as a Friday or Saturday night. Looking forward to making it to a happy hour, hopefully soon! Service was excellent as well. Our favorite restaurant in 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
NatashaVIP
Dined on Mar 24, 2025
Railcar never disappoints, everything we’ve ordered has been amazing. We went on a Monday to celebrate my husband’s birthday & loved that it wasn’t as busy as a Friday or Saturday night. Looking forward to making it to a happy hour, hopefully soon! Service was excellent as well. Our favorite restaurant in Omaha!

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