Award-winning west Omaha establishment Square Donut has been delighting donut lovers for five years, so it is no surprise Elizabeth Pooley has heard more than her share of square jokes, idioms, and puns. The enthusiastic bakery owner is amused by them all, but her favorite remains ‘we don’t cut corners,’ […]
Author: Anna Hartman
Explosive Flavors at Dynamite Woodfire Grill
Located in the award-winning hotel, The Farnam, an Autograph Collection hotel in downtown Omaha, Dynamite Woodfire Grill serves wood-fired dishes redolent with smoke. Named for the explosive that helped forever change the landscape of America, this Omaha establishment serves a wide range of dishes from an open wood-fired grill in […]
Ruhlman’s Steakhouse takes local to new level
RUHLMAN’S STEAKHOUSE603 US-6, Ashland(402) 780-8887ruhlmansteakhouse.com As a theater major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Phil Ruhlman made ends meet by bartending at Lincoln steakhouse Misty’s Restaurant & Lounge. That experience, coupled with a desire to “direct something” planted a seed that lay dormant for over 30 years while Ruhlman navigated […]
A Mélange of Mediterranean Flavors at Clio
Since opening its doors in early June, new Flagship eatery Clio beckons guests from the streets of Omaha’s historic Old Market with enticing aromas, brilliant colors, trickling fountains, and draped greenery reminiscent of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon pictured in mid-century encyclopedias. Lexi Christiansen, general manager, explained the inspiration for […]
Seaside-style Serenity
Originally constructed in 1994, the stately abode at 15722 Burt Street was meticulously renovated from top to bottom in the years following a late 2012 ownership change. According to realtor Staci Mueller, the thoughtful remodel culminated in an expansive, custom-built two-story addition in 2023. “The owners have literally touched every […]
A Culture of Cooperation
Can a decadent bowl of macaroni and cheese change your life? It can at contemporary Omaha eatery Ooh De Lally, where a comforting cheesy bowl of pasta sates diner cravings while enabling those who craft the dish to positively change the trajectory of their lives. Opened in March 2024 in […]
Find Refreshed Elegance at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse
For over 20 years, Mahogany Prime Steakhouse has played an integral part in celebrations for Omaha residents and travelers who delight in stellar service, prime beef, bold cabernets, and decadent desserts. After a great run on the north side of Dodge Street, the Mahogany Prime Steakhouse ownership and management team […]
Memoir’s love letter
The threads that weave their way through the Flagship Restaurant Group meld in Memoir, the company’s most recent restaurant concept—a self-professed love letter to the restaurant industry. Tucked into the corner spot of the Mercantile Building in new Omaha development Brickline at the Mercantile, the luxurious yet comfortable spot is […]
Enjoy a Meal Under the Big Top
Circo means “circus” in Italian, so the team behind the west Omaha eatery took a whimsical, unpretentious approach to both the space and the menu through innovative European-inspired dishes and jewel-toned decor. The warm finishes, sparkling fixtures, and greenery that adorn the dining room welcome patrons who settle into banquettes […]
A Taste of New England
For co-owner Jonathan Taylor, Sand Point is more than a place to grab a tasty bite, it’s a nostalgic nod to his growing-up years, a way to give back to the community he loves, and a cozy spot for east-coast transplants to enjoy a taste of home. The new Omaha […]