In the early 90s, after years honing their hospitality chops at institutions such as The French Café and V. Mertz, Kathleen and Steve Jamrozy dreamed of opening an innovative chili restaurant in Omaha’s Old Market. When the lease fell through on their intended location, they found themselves clambering over dirt […]
Our Food
Cut Above the Rest
In a city where steak reigns supreme, offering an exceptional, quality, and consistent product can prove challenging. But when a restaurant strives for that, it often results in long-term success. That’s what Spezia’s Chef Operating Partner Brian Reilly has been focused on for the past 15 years, earning him a […]
Palatable Palette
As you make your way from West Omaha to downtown destinations, you might catch a glimpse of an apple-green sign on the south side of Maple just before 120th Street. There you will find Dolce, a comfortable, classy restaurant in an unassuming strip mall helmed by executive chef and owner […]
Sensational Sushi
Butterfish, the most recently opened of the trio of restaurants under the Meadowlark Management umbrella, offers fun, fresh, and flavorful bites in an eclectic, open space right in the heart of the Blackstone District. Matt Carper and Matt Moser are co-owners of the three hot spots, bringing their love of […]
An Education in Dining
One of the most innovative restaurants in Omaha is tucked away in a quiet corner of the Metropolitan Community College (MCC) Fort Omaha Campus. The Sage Student Bistro, freshly renovated and helmed by a new chef instructor, has been delighting diners at this location since January 2010. Open Monday – […]
Cajun Creations
A customary tradition when visiting someone’s home in New Orleans is being offered a cold beverage, hot food, and inquiring about your family. According to Manager Jeff Hebert, that’s also what you’ll find at Herbe Sainte in Aksarben Village—a Cajun style bar and restaurant that offers some of the most […]
Midwest Mainstays
The Blackstone District is a neighborhood that has experienced tremendous growth recently, with numerous restaurants, services, and businesses enjoying the influx of residents and workers in the area. It’s what drew Corporate Executive Chef/Owner Matt Moser and Director of Operations/Owner Matt Carper both with Meadowlark Management to launch their first […]
Cultural Cuisine
“Way of Life”—it’s not just the translated name of Regency’s newest restaurant, Mode de Vie, it’s also the term that encompasses the inspiration behind its concept. More than a traditional French restaurant, Mode de Vie celebrates the integration of France and the many cultures it influenced: Vietnamese, African, Caribbean, and […]
Seasonal Sensations
Farm to table isn’t a new concept, but not all restaurants interpret it the same way. For Chef Owner Ben Maides at Au Courant in Benson, the idea of farm to table should be just that: sourcing the best local products that are in season and creating a menu around […]
Colorful Cuisine
Vibrant, bright, and relaxed are all ways to describe the atmosphere at Via Farina in downtown Omaha. Whether sitting inside the quaint pizzeria or outside on the café style patio, it’s easy to imagine you’re on a corner street in the heart of Italy, complete with yellow scooters parked outside […]