The absolute BEST Places to Eat in Omaha, Nebraska!

[@DavidMatney]

🔴 The BEST Breakfast Spots in Omaha, Nebraska! ▶ kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2qUXp-Cl8Sph7csi=elcxAmj7LYEysDNp

[@termitesc.aardwolf3644]

Romeo's Mexican Food and Pizza also deserves a mention just for the super addictive chips and queso dip alone. Loved it as a kid in the 90s. Revisited Omaha as an adult and its just as delicious as I remember it as a child.

[@DavidMatney]

I love their pizza, taco and chips/queso carry out deal. Thanks for the comment.

[@connorjackson2973]

Can't 2nd this enough! I try and tell people lol! If u get a small thing of hot sauce and add it to the cheese is gives it more flavor without any extra spiciness

[@ricardocarvalho1235]

I'm moving to Nebraska in June with the kids and wife bought a house in the south side and I love everything about it

[@DavidMatney]

Great to hear! What do you best so far? OR What surprised you the most about Nebraska?

[@senorpimps4678]

Mangias north of 90th and Irvington. Sugo spaghetti and spinach and artichoke dip wicked good. And genji steak 🥩 house is excellent!!!

[@DavidMatney]

I agree. I need to do an update and add Mangas to the list! Thanks for the comment.

[@thephoenixcycle8854]

Their pasta is passable but their pizza is subpar.

[@bigfat019]

Totally agree with you on the corvette inside of Gregg Young Chevrolet, I’m glad to see I’m not the only one that secretly loves that place 😀😉 Great video as always. Thanks 🙏

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks for the kind words and for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it. It helps my channel grow. Thank you!

[@bigfat019]

@@DavidMatney Of course! I live locally right here in Omaha so I appreciate your videos lot and would love your channel to grow that's why I automatically like every single one your videos I watch, I don't comment much but I ALWAYS hit the like button. I discovered you while watching Tyler Bundy's videos. It's refreshing for me to get these kinda updates from people that live here. Keep up the great work and Thanks again David 🙂

[@DavidMatney]

@@bigfat019 Awesome! Thank you!

[@kennytheclown3859]

Good video. I'm looking to be going through Nebraska in the next few days.

[@DavidMatney]

Enjoy your visit! Thanks for leaving a comment.

[@goldenkeys3]

Thank you so much David for these videos! I'm considering moving to Omaha in 2024 for my residency training and you've been a HUGE help!

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks for the kind words. Is there any other video suggestions or ideas that could assist you that maybe I have not thought of? Let me know. Thanks again for the comment and support.

[@jaklg7905]

Do yourself a favor and go anywhere else. Omaha sucks, especially if you are used to living somewhere with more diversity.

[@ericballi4701]

Omaha is great! Do it! If possible, live in the Downtown, Capital District, or Old Market area if you want to be within walking distance of a lot to do and see, including restaurants and breweries.

[@jaklg7905]

@@ericballi4701 Don't forget the homeless and drug addicts as you walk out of your house, lack of parking, and no close grocery stores. Sounds like a dream location. LOL But hey, you can easily just walk to get drunk whenever you want.

[@LNN_Plays]

Moving to Grenta Nebraska in October and my wife and I love watching the channel. Thanks for all of the recommendations!

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks for the kind words. Just curious, where are you moving from?

[@LNN_Plays]

@@DavidMatney Kaufman, Texas. A smaller town south east of Dallas.

[@DavidMatney]

@@LNN_Plays Awesome! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

[@LNN_Plays]

@@DavidMatney Will do, thanks.

[@myguitartwerks7825]

I went to the corvette cafe when I was fixing recalled parts in my silverado and thought it was okay. I wouldnt go there again just for the food though.

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@TmanzaBlueDot]

that's cool, it's gone

[@TheIronyGiant]

Zio’s pizza was my favorite. And for Italian food, Roma Italian in Bellevue was amazing. There was also a little sandwich shop just south of Omaha that served hoagies and subs and stuff. Don’t remember the name but it was really good. But, Swine Dining in old town Bellevue = best bbq hands down.

[@senorpimps4678]

Ethinics and it’s closed on 13th

[@TheIronyGiant]

@@senorpimps4678 Aw man, that’s a shame. I loved that place.

[@carlcarlson180]

Why is there a restaurant tax?

[@DavidMatney]

That is a great question! It is supposed to city's police and fire pension fund. At the time it was implemented there was talk of it being a "temporary" measure but that was at least 10 years ago.

[@williamfreeman6935]

I've been to all but three of these places and I agree 100% with Mr. Matney's choices. They're some of my faves also.

[@DavidMatney]

Mr Freeman, is there any other places I should have added to this list? Thanks for the comment.

[@kyleseefus8198]

Omaha foods baby!!!

[@ericballi4701]

I lived in Omaha for 3 years (left in 2022) and only went to ONE of the restaurants on your list (Stella's)! Crazy. I'll add a few more of my favorites. Orsi's for pizza and bread bakery; the best pizza in Omaha, imo. Dinker's Bar and Grill for a simple but FANTASTIC burger. Get N Go for fried fish. Warning; it's crazy busy and the service is often disorganized and not friendly. But the food is worth it (take out only). Bangkok Kitchen for the best Thai in the city. Hook and Lime in the Capital District for the best Mexican food (AND margaritas). Shahi Indian Grill is the best, well, Indian restaurant. Honorable mentions are Upstream Brewing Company (for beer and food), Plank Seafood, and Wilson and Washburns for the best (again, imo) rueben sandwich in the city. Lastly, Peregrine Hotel has a restaurant called the Habitat that is VERY good, AND has the best Old Fashioned drink I HAVE EVER HAD...and I've had a lot (😁). Just make sure Tyler makes it for you. Okay, how is my list?

[@DavidMatney]

Great list and I will have to try a few of these places out. Thank you!!!

[@TmanzaBlueDot]

6.5 outta 10, IMO.

[@rebeccapurplefirephoenix851]

Went to alpine inn today and we really enjoyed the chicken special for lunch. Tomorrow is porky butts. Thank you for the suggestions

[@DavidMatney]

Rebecca, you are welcome. Glad you enjoyed your lunch. You will love Porky Butts! Thanks for the comment.

[@rebeccapurplefirephoenix851]

@@DavidMatney we are used to KC bbq but fell in love with porky butts. We're driving back to Omaha on Sunday to order and drive it back home. How crazy is that? LoL

[@DavidMatney]

Not surprised at all. I was there just a few days back. It is a great place!! Thanks for the comment and enjoy your BBQ!

[@ericd7413]

Archetype coffee has winner of best expresso in USA

[@kirk3929]

Even though this is from a year ago you say Olsen's bake shop what about pettit's pastry just a little outside downtown next to Sol's pawn shop they have some really great Donuts and they have great service

[@DavidMatney]

You bring up an excellent point! Petit's Pastry is a great place too! I could have titled this video "50 Great Places to Eat in Omaha" and I still would have left off some great places to eat. Thanks for the comment.

[@TmanzaBlueDot]

Petits is best, ask any Law Enforcement Officer. Only kidding, I love and respect my LEO's.

[@DavidMatney]

Facts! Petit's is fantastic too! Thanks for the comment.

[@ericd7413]

ROMA chef special is best pasta ever had.

[@johnconti1087]

Love Glenn and Flavs Alpine Inn!

[@TmanzaBlueDot]

NEVER look @ the kichen.

[@salamon1080]

Looks like Lo Sole Mio has closed shop. Thanks for the recommendations my friend!

[@DavidMatney]

There were many people in Omaha who were heartbroken when they heard the news. Be sure to give Malara's a try. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@mikeeihusen5194]

I agree with Mr. Matney as well.

[@DavidMatney]

Mike, thank you and I appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@connorjackson2973]

1. Three happiness is by far the best chinese in the state. Great pic! 2. Losole mio was our families resteraunt and is no longer around, but there is a losole pizza place in benson now. 3. The drover is again, the best steak place in the state if you get the whiskey ribeye or whiskey fillet. 4. Alpine AGAIN is the best chicken place in the state, BRING THE KIDS. 5. Mamas and la casa is the best pizza. 6. Stellas sucks a bunch. Great video my man!

[@DavidMatney]

@@connorjackson2973 Thank you! I appreciate the comment.

[@cwiskus4956]

Seems like a good list thank you for saving me from the hipster madness.

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks for the comment.

[@mitchleaders4154]

I miss Lo Sole Mio and Piccolo’s. Some of my favorites: Trini’s in the Old Market has the best fajitas! Umami, although in Bellevue, has amazing sushi! The Greek Islands, J. Gilberts, Zio’s, Le Voltaire… David, if you want to find a gem of a Mexican restaurant, venture about 20 minutes outside of Omaha to Underwood, IA. Garcia’s. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks Mitch!

[@dennydavenport8243]

Pretty good list. I've lived here for 50 yrs. I was raised a South O boy (SOB) & would've put at least one authentic Mexican restaurant on the list.

[@FlyFreshTaDef]

Love Three Happyness and Alpine Inn! I actually just did a video on Alpine Inn the chicken is so crispy and good!

[@DavidMatney]

I agree! If you visiting Omaha, and you had to pick one place to eat in Omaha what would be at the top of the list?

[@DownYouGo75]

I wish I had tried these when I was stationed at Offutt AFB. Bellview was cool, too.

[@DavidMatney]

Thank you for your service!

[@ImNotOceanz]

My only compliant about Nebraska is how far everything feels from each other

[@kerbygator]

But, traffic is usually moving real good. Except the construction areas. I lived in the Chicago area for 30 years, and Omaha traffic is a piece of cake. I have been in traffic jams in Chicago for hours. Omaha drivers kind of suck though.

[@code-chimp]

I would also recommend Johnny's Cafe or Jerico's for steaks with the really classic upscale steakhouse vibe.

[@TD-ce5ru]

I second Mamma's pizza. It is not just a pizza place.

[@georgeermeling5071]

I think Johnny Sortiens off around 84th and L should have been mentioned in your piece there are other restaurants that I feel could of been mentioned in your piece

[@DavidMatney]

George, I love Johnny Sortino's too. I agree with you. I could definitely have added more great restaurants to the list! Thanks for the comment.

[@DavidBradley-w8r]

What about the Leavenworth cafe , fantastic breakfast

[@DavidMatney]

Unfortunately, the Leavenworth Cafe closed down in 2020. I have heard they did have a fantastic breakfast. Thanks for the comment.

[@DavidBradley-w8r]

Really, been out of state for the last 5 years so I'm a little behind

[@DavidMatney]

@@DavidBradley-w8r I need to update this video because Malara's just closed and Lo Sole Mio closed too. You would not believe how much the city has grown in the past 5 years. What do you miss most about Omaha?

[@ericballi4701]

@@DavidMatney Yep, only ate there once before they closed. Really good breakfast.

[@brianmunch1827]

Add to the list of great place in and around Omaha. -Osacars (West Omaha) -Farmer Brown’s (Waterloo) -The Surside Club (North of omaha on the river) -Baileys (West Omaha)

[@DavidMatney]

Those are great additions to the list! Thanks for the comment.

[@SaiCharan999]

Good suggestions, but I don't see any indian restatements on the list. Do you have any suggestions? I believe Astoria Biryani House belongs on your list, please do try 😉

[@DavidMatney]

@SaiCharan999 Yes! I would suggest Star Indian Cuisine located at 2429 S 132 St. It is just north of 132nd and Center.

[@kerbygator]

Los Portales Mexican place is right down from the zoo on 13th street. Very good.

[@DavidMatney]

I will have to give that place a try! Thanks for the comment.

[@louiscostanzo8772]

Malara's is now closed. And I miss it terribly. Lo Sole Mio is also closed. And other devastation.

[@DavidMatney]

I know. Have you been able to find anyone who make fried ravioli like Malara's? I will need to do an update to this video. Thanks for the comment.

[@mjphoto45]

Brother Sebastians The Drover Johnny's Village Pointe Olsens doughnut are the best...period La Buvette Old Market Dinkers burgers Malara is good La Casa Pizza Texas Roadhouse

[@mjphoto45]

Biaggis is really good

[@rebeccabello3103]

Hey...you forgot to mention Pitch Pizza in Dundee. Great place for pizza and truffle fries.

[@Flormansgal3]

You need to update your best eats places.

[@DavidMatney]

You are 100% correct! I plan on doing an update. Stay tuned, and thanks for the comment.

[@mikesokolovsky5238]

Texas de Brazil very nice

[@DavidMatney]

Mike, I will have to give it a try. Thanks for the comment.

[@DavidMatney]

@@mikesokolovsky5238 Sounds great, I will check it out.

[@DavidMatney]

Mike, I went to Texas de Brazil this evening. It was fantastic! Thank you!

[@mikesokolovsky5238]

@Living in Omaha - David Matney I told u its great lol

[@mikesokolovsky5238]

@@DavidMatney ik for me I will go many more times

[@rosachavez-green2107]

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[@DavidMatney]

Gracias por el comentario!

[@kimhongsuk8347]

Three Happiness is for sure the best of the best! They do have sit down dining again now but it’s a smaller dining room than what it was before. Big Fred’s Pizza is better than Mama’s imo and La Casa, Don Carmelo’s, and Orsi’s are also really good. Stella’s is good but overrated. Dinker’s is better but it’s a cash only place.

[@kerbygator]

Dinker's has good burgers too.

[@DavidMatney]

@@kerbygator 100% Dinkers made my "Best Burgers in Omaha" video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5mXk3hpr9ZnhpYsi=B8flCpZp8PxjvvLu. Thanks for the comment!

[@OmahaHollywood]

Don't forget about Orsies Pizza Bakery

[@DavidMatney]

True! Thanks for the comment.

[@fv1291]

Is Mutual of Omaha still around?

[@DavidMatney]

Yes, in fact, they are building a new skyscraper in downtown Omaha for their new headquarters.

[@scrawnytony3174]

Charred. Just by Boys Town, some of the best burgers in the state.

[@Pinkkermit17]

Great reviews ! Only one I personally disagree with is Stella’s ,, not a fan at all … I am more into DInkers.

[@ericballi4701]

I liked Stellas, but I agree with you. Dinkers has one of if not the best burger in town. Also, great atmosphere.

[@EiskaffeeVR]

If you are looking for greek food Jim and Jennies isnt bad

[@DavidMatney]

I will have to give them a try. Thanks for the comment.

[@danielanderson8502]

Omaha had more restaurants per capita than any other city in America. And most have closed their doors. Kinda sad. Malaras closed their doors. Ritchie’s chicken is gone Same with Lo Sol Mios. I miss the “old places” like Piccolo Pete’s or Mr C’s and the best steak is either Cascios or Johnnys. The ones out west are chain places and fake and are “pseudo fine dining”. Dinkers and Stella’s are pretty good. Yes I’ve tried (and failed) the “Stella-nator” Mexican has to be Howard’s Charro Cafe. Pizza either Pitch, Sortinos, or even still Godfathers

[@blueticecho5690]

Note !! Malara's is not South Omaha South Omaha ends north of I-80

[@Mr.R249]

My favorite pizza is big Fred's!!

[@DavidMatney]

Mark, thanks for the comment. I love Big Fred's too.

[@sicily6740]

David needs to update this video. Malara's is now permanently closed and Lo Sole Mio, previously owned by the Losole family, has been sold though it is still open. I think the name may have changed. I haven't been there since it sold (Italian boy with diabetes).

[@DavidMatney]

@@sicily6740 You are 100% correct! I will be doing an update. Thanks for the comment.

[@imikinonimyidagadurotv2155]

It's amazing

[@DavidBradley-w8r]

Aksarben?? Most people wont know what youre talking about or the area remember its been gone for 30 years

[@DavidMatney]

David, I should have been more specific. I should have said Aksarben Village. www.aksarbenvillage.com Thanks for the comment.

[@DavidBradley-w8r]

Actually not you're fault I forgot about that

[@susangrande8142]

Ak-Sar-Ben Village was built on the grounds of the racetrack. It’s a big development now, that has office buildings, small businesses, restaurants, hotels, and a park. It’s actually quite nice.

[@tduffy5]

Alas, Lo Sole Mio is dead. For breakfast, you need to try Lisa's Radial Cafe, along the NW Radial, near downtown. It's just north of St. Cecelia's and on Sundays you need to get there before St. Cecelia's moves most of their parishioners 3 blocks north for breakfast. Sadly, Lisa has passed on, but her daughters kept it going. You will have a long wait.

[@DavidMatney]

I will do an update video, Malara's and Lo Solo Mio have unfortuntely closed. Lisa's is a great place! I am glad to hear her daughters have kept things going. Thanks for the comment.

[@brooke850]

Hi! We were down in June and had the best burger 🍔 hands 🙌🏼 down at Nite Owl 🦉! Not our favorite scene but the burger oh my gosh!! We are coming back down and wondering if you think there is a better burger than Nite Owl?! If you haven’t tried it, try it even to go and then let me know!! 😄

[@DavidMatney]

Brooke, I will have to give the Nite Owl at try. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@brooke850]

@@DavidMatney you’re so welcome! If you get there soooooon let me know if you think there is a burger 🍔 better than that?? We are leaving tomorrow to get there!

[@JollyRancherRoger]

Lo Sol Mio closed down unfortunately.

[@kaytlintoland444]

Anyone have a steakhouse that’s reasonably priced that is not marinated in whiskey?

[@DavidMatney]

Kaytlin, thanks for the comment. Try Brother Sebastians, Mahagony, Flemings, 801 Chophouse or another great place is Round the Bend. Round the Bend is further out near the Wildlife Animal Park in Gretna.

[@kaytlintoland444]

Awesome! Thank you so much! We will be moving there for 4-5 months and want to try some good food! 😁

[@DavidMatney]

You are welcome. If you need any assistance or have any questions about Omaha feel free to give me a call or text 402-490-6771.

[@DavidMatney]

You are welcome. If you need any assistance or have any questions about Omaha feel free to give me a call or text 402-490-6771.

[@ericballi4701]

Wife and I really liked Gorat's Steakhouse. Also, it's Mr. Buffett's favorite steakhouse. They actually have a small side room reserved for him to use. One of the waitress's told me that pre-pandemic, he would eat there at least once a week.

[@pedro16253]

Yoshitomo ?????

[@DavidMatney]

@Pedro that is on my list of places to try. I have heard nothing but fabulous reviews about that place! Thanks for the comment.

[@marisajomcdowell458]

I just don't understand how you don't say Joe Tess.

[@DavidMatney]

Marisa, I agree. I would have added Joe Tess but in July of 2022 they closed their doors after 85 years in business! 😢 Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@marisajomcdowell458]

@@DavidMatney I just went through a whole day of mourning old Omaha after realizing this earlier today. So sad to see us lose these important legacy restaurants shutter.

[@DavidMatney]

@@marisajomcdowell458 I am so sorry. I completely agree!

[@TmanzaBlueDot]

It could be, because they are terrible, especially compared to what it once was.EDIT. They were soo bad @ the end, I quit going there. Did not know they closed.

[@sparkingdogg]

Wow... you actually live here??

[@fv1291]

Home made food is best. 😊

[@TmanzaBlueDot]

Prime Dining, Jerichos.

[@toddm9501]

I was born in Columbus Nebraska. But, grew up in IOWA. Much better food in IA. And better football!

[@DavidMatney]

I hope things with our football team will change soon! Thanks for the comment! Go Big Red!

[@terrymcbride2104]

Buttmunch

[@htschultz]

"bbq chef guy" = pitmaster

[@DavidMatney]

Thanks! I did not know the proper terminology. I appreciate the comment. 👍

[@scottlathrop66]

What about Joe Tess?

[@DavidMatney]

Unfortunately, Joe Tess closed their doors last year.

[@thephoenixcycle8854]

I remember going to Three Happiness Express in the early 90s. It was never that great. It has some weird cult following and l don't get it. Stellas ..nope nope nope. Overrated as hell. Average at best.

[@DavidMatney]

What places would you suggest? I am always looking for new spots. Thanks for the comment.

[@paintballhallic]

Mama's pizza is Omaha pizza. It's not going to be anything someone from the cost is going to like. Try Don Carmelo ot Williams port for NY style pizza. For BBQ that isn't a soggy like porky butt's go to swine dinning.

[@ronpetersen2815]

Porky Butts best Bar-B-Que?!?!?!? You have got to be kidding! We went there once because someone told us how great it was. It was unbelievably boring and mediocre. OK. We tried it. Then someone else told us how great it was. OK. Maybe we had an uncharacteristic experience the first time. We tried it again. And once again it was horribly mediocre. Not bad. But best in Omaha?!?!?!? People in Omaha have no idea what good bar-b-que is or something else is wrong. Since the place with "Mountain" in the name at 13th and Vinton went out of business there is no great Bar-B-Que in Omaha. But Rib Shack at 120th and Q is the best Omaha has to offer.

[@DavidMatney]

Ron, I will have to check out the Rib Shack. I appreciate the feedback and the comment.

[@susangrande8142]

I like Hartland Barbecue in Benson. But, there’s no barbecue in Omaha that can hold a candle to the sine qua non of barbecue, that ambrosia of the gods, that is KC Joe’s… 🤤😍 The brisket! The ribs! The burnt ends! The sides! 🤤😘

[@DavidMatney]

I have to say Joe's in KC is the best! Thanks for the comment.

[@gazooie1958]

What. No Mexican food? Most people like Mexican food😐.

[@DavidMatney]

We have lots of great Mexican food spots. I actually have an entire video dedicated just strictly to tacos. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqO9ZIWufLR9qZIsi=NTvPgQI6bh4PWQsx

[@gazooie1958]

Appreciate it. Subbed.

[@DavidMatney]

@@gazooie1958 Thanks!

[@O_Mahan]

What a poor list.

[@DavidMatney]

Cary, thanks for the comment and feedback. What are a few of your favorite spots?

[@O_Mahan]

@@DavidMatney Here we go: Best NY Pizza Frank’s on Dodge Best Neapolitan pizza La Casa Best Italian restaurant Dante Best breakfast Shirley’s Diner in Millard Best fried chicken Time Out Foods Best Sushi Sakura Bana Best Thai Khao Niao Best Seafood Shucks Best Mexican any Abelardo’s Best Cajun Acadian Grill Best Chinese New Gold Mountain Best Bagel Bagel Bin Best Prime Rib Farmer Browns Best Steak Spencer’s Best Burger Block 16 Best BBQ (we agree!) Porky Butts

[@DavidMatney]

Awesome! I have some new places to try. Thanks for the comment.

[@frankkretzschmar9194]

Disagree on stellas

[@DavidMatney]

@frankkretschmar9194 Just curious, what place would you replace it with? Thanks for the comment.