1. The Lahvosh at M’s Pub Is A Lavish Flavor Bomb
M’s Pub
422 S 11th St
(402) 342-2550
Yelp: 4 Stars – 251 Reviews
Located in the Old Market district, this gem’s extensive lahvosh menu is the main attraction. They all begin with a crispy Armenian cracker and Havarti cheese, and the toppings range from roast beef and creamy horseradish drizzle to Thai peanut chicken with cilantro and pepper sauce.
If you’re more of a veggie-lover, definitely check out their delicious carrot dog, which is a marinated carrot served on a whole wheat hoagie with sauerkraut and stone ground mustard.
2. Nosh On Omaha’s Best Burger At Dinker’s
Dinker’s Bar
2368 S 29th St
(402) 342-9742
Yelp: 4 Stars – 70 Reviews
Dinker’s has been serving up the best burgers in town since 1965. They still do it the same way they did in the beginning, scooping their fresh, USDA Choice ground beef with an ice cream scooper and flattening them out with a hand press day in and day out.
The famous haystack burger with a fried egg comes highly recommended. Whatever you get, make sure to double it and deluxe it for the best burger of your life.
3. Sip Fine Tequila And Dine On Mexican Street Food At Mula’s
Mula Mexican Kitchen & Tequileria
3932 Farnam St
(402) 315-9051
Yelp: 4 Stars – 75 Reviews
From their salsa flight including a charred pineapple variety, to their tacos with hibiscus pickled radishes and jalapenos, Mula has some of the best street-style Mexican cuisine outside of Mexico.
They are also a tequileria boasting a terrific line-up of creative tequila drinks, like tequila-infused sangria.
4. Devour Tasty Falafel & Kabob At Amsterdam
Amsterdam Falafel & Kabob
620 N 50th St
(402) 504-3223
Ylep: 4 Stars – 163 Reviews
The menu at Amsterdam Falafel & Kabob is pretty darn simple: Falafel and Kabob either in a sandwich or over a fresh vegetable salad. There’s also a hummus plate and a side of curry fries, which are to die for.
A huge perk is that they’re open until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, and we both know there’s nothing better than curry fries after a night out on the town.
5. Let Modern Love Comfort And Surprise You
Modern Love Omaha
1319 S 50th St
(402) 614-6481
Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 49 Reviews
Abandon every thought, idea and notion you’ve had about vegetarian food being uninspiring. Your mind will be blown by Modern Love, where they serve up hearty comfort food that lingers in your dreams for weeks.
One of their most amazing dishes is the lentil and bean chili topped with vegan sour cream and roasted squash, served Nebraska-style with a hot cinnamon roll.
6. Get Your Crunch On At Blue Sushi Sake Grill
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
416 S 12th St
(402) 408-5566
Yelp: 4 Stars – 197 Reviews
Whether you’re a die-hard sushi purist or an adventurist, you’re going to love Blue Sushi. The atmosphere is chic and colorful, and they have a great happy hour menu with every kind of sake you could dream of.
If you’re seeking a truly unique sushi roll, try the Crunchy Red, which has a slight kick and all sorts of unique flavors that form what’s scientifically called “pure awesomesauce.”
7. Devour The Perfect Pizza Pie At Pitch
Pitch Coal-Fired Pizzeria
5021 Underwood Ave
(402) 590-2625
Yelp: 4 Stars – 206 Reviews
Pitch’s coal-fired pizza will change your world, whether you choose the thin, crispy crust or the light and chewy original crust, you’re going to swear they sprinkle magic-fairy-dust on it.
f you come at the right time, you need to jump on the Certified Angus Beef Tenderloin pizza. Wash it all down with a Pitch house sangria, ‘The Magic Elixir’.
8. Have A Romantic Affair With Your Sweet Tooth At Sweet Magnolias
Sweet Magnolias
813 N 40th St
(402) 934-6427
Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 25 Reviews
If pastries make your heart beat faster and your palms sweat, then Sweet Magnolias might turn out to be the love of your life. Their buttery lemon bars, enormous scones, and cinnamon and pecan rolls are absolutely sinful (in the best way possible).
Pro tip: the red velvet scone drizzled in chocolate is just as much of an out-of-body experiences as it sounds.
9. Lisa’s Radial Cafe Serves Breakfast From Heaven
Lisa’s Radial Cafe
817 N 40th St
(402) 551-2176
Yelp: 4 Stars – 111 Reviews
Lisa’s Radial Cafe is the perfect place to go when you need a homestyle breakfast that will knock your socks off, but not break your bank. Their skillets are incredible, particularly the turkey sausage.
There may be a bit of a wait, but they make sure you’re taken care of as you sit in their comfy waiting room while sipping on piping hot coffee.
10. Bliss Out On Farm To Table Street Food At Block 16
Block 16
1611 Farnam St
(402) 342-1220
Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 177 Reviews
Block 16 is the best in everything they do. Fortunately, not only is it over-the-top delicious and extremely affordable. They offer a wide variety of fun, handheld menu items, and the Vietnamese French Dip special with prime rib is a must-have.
While you’re waiting on your food to be made, try their duck duck goose fries with duck confit, gooseberry gastrique, and crispy duck skin.
11. Savor Flavorful Vietnamese Pho At Saigon Surface
Saigon Surface
324 S 14th St
(402) 614-4496
Yelp: 4 Stars – 142 Reviews
Settle into the sleek modern deco at Saigon Surface, peruse the menu on your table’s personal iPad, choose your music selection and order when you’re ready. This place is swanky and hip, but there’s plenty of flavor and fresh ingredients to warrant the buzz.
They have terrific Pho, the 18-hour boneless short ribs are melt-in-your-mouth good, and the caramelized curry tilapia clay pot is a foodie’s dream come true.
12. Savor Creamy Gobs Of Homemade Ice Cream At Ted And Wally’s
Ted and Wally’s Ice Cream
1120 Jackson St
(402) 341-5827
Yelp: 4 Stars – 155 Reviews
Whether you get it in a cone or a dish, as a sundae or a float, Ted and Wally’s homemade ice cream will be the only ice cream you’ve ever craved during the heart of winter, in a blizzard. Seriously, the line is out the door even during winter.
With over 600 rotating flavors ranging from vanilla to coffee baklava and jalapeno cream cheese, you have enough reasons to justify going for dessert after every meal.
13. Get Your Street Eats At Localmotive
Localmotive Food Truck
12 St & Jackston St
(402) 715-5653
Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 23 Reviews
This food truck located on 12th and Jackson offers the tastiest frites in Omaha with a variety of different seasonings and terrific sandwiches, but their signature menu item is The Rounder, a stuffed sourdough dumpling.
Rounders come in a wide variety of flavors, like pork green chili, gyro, and mac and cheese, to name a few, and will convince you that every food should come in Rounder form.
14. Relax And Unwind At Lot 2
Lot 2 Restaurant Wine Bar
6207 Maple St
(402) 504-4200
Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 124 Reviews
Lot 2 is the perfect way to end a long week at work, with incredible wine and an inviting atmosphere. It’s one of those places you go when you really want to be taken care of. Go on, you deserve it.
In fact, you might want to come on Monday and Tuesday nights as well, considering that they have half-price bottles of wine. Make that Sundays too…because, well, brunch.
15. Dine Fresh, Local And Sustainable At The Grey Plume
The Grey Plume
220 S 31st Ave, Ste 3101
(402) 763-4447
Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 152 Reviews
From the Wagyu beef, the Blue Valley Steelhead trout and the Plum Creek Farm’s chicken, everything is at The Grey Plume is local, humanely raised and well…delicious! A definite must-try is the duck fat fries with a farm fresh egg.
The vibe here is ‘fine dining’ with an emphasis on ‘fine’, not formal. It’s the perfect place to take your sweetie or someone you want to impress with one of the best dining experiences they’ve ever had.
What’s your go-to for great grub in Omaha? Tell us in the comments below!
