Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Omaha

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Memoir

4.8

4.8 (580)

$31 to $50

American

Omaha

About the restaurant

Welcome to our living room where the drinks flow easily entwined throughout quality conversations, the meal leaves a lasting impression that reminds of memories made with new connections or old family friends, and the good times never seem to come to an end. At Memoir, we use quality ingredients and responsibly sourced meats and seafood to create a thoughtful menu that has something tempting to everyone. Our dishes are crafted with care leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

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Trev

Dined 4 days ago

Drinks, food and service were outstanding. Great experience.

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Prime Flat Iron Steak

Dynamite Woodfire Grill

4.6

4.6 (628)

$50 and over

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Upscale & Chic! Sit down to a memorable meal of high-end American cuisine at Dynamite Woodfire Grill.
Dynamite Woodfire Grill offers a taste of the old and new in a lavish and captivating environment, complete with Classic & Creative Cocktails and a defining Wine Program.

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Becky

Dined 2 days ago

Extremely kind and wonderful server! Food was delicious - would absolutely recommend!

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4.8

4.8 (962)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Gather in Omaha is an epic dining experience. Once inside our historic urban-chic setting, modern eclectic cuisine awaits as our chefs prepare dishes from our year-round hydroponic farm. Guests can enjoy artisan-inspired drinks on our outdoor patios or at our craftsman-style bar, right in the heart of the historic Old Market.

Gather in Omaha is the first and only restaurant in town to offer an on-site hydroponic vertical farm with fresh produce, greens, and herbs, all hand-picked daily by our culinary team.

READ OUR POLICIES BELOW:
*We will only hold your table 10 min beyond your reservation time and your table will be released. All "no-show" reservations and cancellations made within 6 hours of reservation for parties of 6 or less or 12 hours for 6 or more, will be CHARGED $25/person.

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Mark

Dined 2 days ago

Surpassed expectations is every way. Great food, service, and ambience.

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Bone Marrow Fried Rice

Talus Spirits & Sustenance

4.7

4.7 (457)

$30 and under

American

Papillion

About the restaurant

Talus Spirits and Sustenance is a unique concept with a modern take on Comfort Foods with a fusion twist and unique Craft Cocktails, Talus brings and elevated dining experience to our guest. Talus features Nebraska and Iowa local Craft Beers, Eclectic Wines, and Uncommon Spirits. We are happy to bring a different kind of Restaurant to Papillion/La Vista area

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Mike

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

We received excellent service! Food was well prepared and had great flavor!

Timber Woodfire Bistro

4.6

4.6 (1634)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

Ever since the first caveman decided to slap a side of mammoth over the cave fire, man (and woman) has enjoyed the flavor of food cooked over a wood fire. At Timber Wood-Fire Bistro, all of our dishes are made from scratch using the highest quality ingredients. They are then cooked either over our state-of-the-art wood burning grill or in a brick oven heated by the embers of logs.
Cooking in this way imparts a slight smokiness as it brings out the natural flavors of the food. A juicy ribeye sizzles and caramelizes, giving the tender beef a gorgeous crust. The homemade dough for our pizzas rises in the heat, and the crust gets to be the perfect combination of crisp and chewy. Vegetables share an entirely new flavor profile when cooked over wood. Dining at Timber brings an experience both classic and innovative. Come eat and drink with us as you watch our fireflies dance above the wood-fired grill.

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Nicole

Dined 3 days ago

We dined here for Xmas Eve and it’s was the perfect spot. The environment is cozy and quiet so you can have a conversation with your whole table. The food was excellent and cooked perfectly. I recommend the salmon and steaks. We were also excited to see some traditional dishes from past Xmas eves with our grandma under the special Xmas Eve selections. My only constructive feedback was the courses were served too close together but it was a busy night for them.

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Popular dish

Cajun Ribeye

Railcar Modern American Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (2047)

$30 and under

American

West Omaha

About the restaurant

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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Roy D.

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

It was a large group from work. We got a reservation for 8 on short notice. The place looked amazing online for ambience and did not disappoint. To be fair it was after dark when we got the and the initial curb impression was a 60s strip mall. But inside it really delivered. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food hot and the drinks cold. The pretzel crusted Cheese curds and the stake frites were the don’t miss appetizers. Everyone enjoyed the food from the Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf, to the chef’s special steak to the Shrimp Diablo. It was an amazing, fun, experience. Would definitely go back again and again.

Jams - Old Market

4.2

4.2 (547)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Jams, an Omaha restaurant legacy, is an American Grill that offers a melting pot of different styles and varieties of food dishes containing high-quality ingredients paired with the optional cold drink or creative cocktail.

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Lacey

Dined 6 days ago

We had a good experience at Jams. The food was delicious

360 Steakhouse - Harrah's Council Bluffs

4.6

4.6 (2159)

$31 to $50

American

Council Bluffs

About the restaurant

Elevate your appetite and head up to 360 Steakhouse, located on the 12th floor of Harrah's. It's a casual place where friends get together for fun, food and the best view around. Our distinctive menu is beyond ordinary with a great selection of appetizers, steaks, seafood and specialties. Or sit back, relax and enjoy one of our signature cocktails!

Our private dining room is the perfect accommodation for intimate parties.

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AngelaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Everything is always wonderful, especially Beth as a server

ZINC Holland Center Dining

4.4

4.4 (453)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Come join us for a pre-theater dining experience to remember!

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Steve

Dined 6 days ago

Scallops were wonderful! Great experience combined with the symphony.

Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market

4.4

4.4 (1465)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Since opening in 1996, Upstream Brewing Company has become well known for its great food, friendly service, terrific beer and casual upscale atmosphere. Featuring an extensive menu of new American pub fare including: Omaha’s best appetizers and thin-crust pizzas, pub favorites, superb steaks featuring hand cut “Omaha Steaks” beef, fresh fish, pasta dishes, main course salads, hearty sandwiches and, a great children’s menu. The fully stocked bars feature our award winning fresh, handcrafted beers and root beer on tap. An extensive wine list with over 100 selections has been recognized with multiple Wine Spectator Magazine Awards of Excellence. Large parties are welcome and we multiple options for seating large groups is available. Banquet rooms are also available. Named "One of Omaha’s Top Ten Restaurants" by the Omaha World Herald, and the winner of 14 “Best of Omaha” Awards, Upstream Brewing Company is the ideal gathering place for any group.

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Marcy

Dined 3 days ago

Didn’t get seated until 15 minutes after our scheduled time and only after I reminded hostess that we were there. Our server was prompt, accommodating and friendly! Food was good but definitely could have been warmer. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

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