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Mouth of the South - Old Market, Omaha, NE

Mouth of the South - Old Market

4.4
4.4
138 Reviews
$30 and under
Southern
Welcome to Mouth of The South, a Southern Restaurant bringing delicious southern flavor to the wonderful area of Omaha, NE. Whether you are craving Southern Cuisine to Cajun Food, we've got mouthwatering steak, seafood, po boys, burgers, gumbo, soups, salads, bar drinks, patio seating & more for everyone in the family to enjoy! If you're looking for a Scratch Kitchen & you're in the mood for Southern food, then Mouth of The South is the perfect place for you, families, or for take out! We'd love to serve you!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Cajun, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (402) 502-4545
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ+, Native/Indigenous, Persons with Disabilities, Women
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Ernst
  • Catering
    We offer catering options to fit all needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer an event space that can accommodate up to 100 guests with a separate bar.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Old Market
  • Cross street
    11 th and Harney Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 138 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nebraska

    Hot spot

  • Nebraska

    Lively

  • Omaha

    Great for brunch

  • Omaha

    Hot spot

  • Omaha

    Lively

138 Reviews
  1. a22a

    Anchorage

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow! The food is outstanding and everything had the authentic NO taste. Had the gumbo, etouffe and crawfish Mac, all incredible.

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  2. FranMC

    Seattle

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delicious dinner in this restaurant’s amazing ambience. I ordered one of my favorite dishes, Etouffee with crawfish. Their take on it (Gouda cheese grits instead of rice), was amazing! My husband had the restaurant week special Cajun cioppino and he loved it!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had not been to MOS for awhile. What are we thinking?? We went for the Omaha Restaurant week kickoff! Amazing!! Server was attentive, knowledgeable and personable. Food was hot, delicious and presentation was spot on. We had the charcuterie and stuffed mushroom apps, Cioppini and chicken andouille pasta entrees. Have nothing negative to say. Desserts also wonderful.

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  4. RyanS

    Omaha

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere, laid back, was a business dinner.

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  5. Marcarsd

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Location and service were great but the food was fair. Biscuits and gravy were cold and not at all spicy as described. I ordered a sausage omelette but got no sausage. They apologized and redid it. It was fine but by the time I got it ,the rest of our party was done.

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  6. JermalS

    Houston

    20 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    I did not have an enjoyable experience. First, it took a long time to be greeted by the server. Once greeted we ordered an appetizer it took quite a while to be served. We ordered the Boudin balls. They were dry and over cooked. I am from Texas and my dad is from Louisiana so I know what a boudin ball is supposed to be. Next, we ordered drinks my wife ordered a Godfather a simple two ingredient beverage. The server initially said since it is not a drink on the menu the bartender could not make it. My wife inquired if the bar is full service the server said yes. Eventually we were able to order the drink. We asked for a single large ice. The drink came watered down with ice. I ordered a pecan peach old fashioned. The drink was super sweet. It was not balanced at all. It did come with the single large ice cube. My wife and I decided, since things have been subpar so far we would cut our losses and move on to a different restaurant to order an entree. I have read good reviews about Mouth of the South - Old Market but this is my second poor experience. I do not think I will try a third time.

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  7. Colleen

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Food was even better! A little heat but not so overpowering that we couldn’t enjoy it. Kudos to the chef, great representation of southern cuisine! Would definitely recommend.

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  8. KDFITZ

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great good. Unique. Lots of flavor. Wonderful service.

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  9. Hoybrook

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Crab cakes were very good, boudin balls were excellent and the house salad with blackened chicken was an entire meal! Will definitely go again next time we are in Omaha!

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  10. TeresaK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    I ordered the fish and chips platter and fish was under cooked and fries was soft. Onion rings barely done no crisp to them. Waiter stated he would speak to the manager and she looked at me and never came over.

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  11. LisaC

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was served hot and delicious. The waitress did a great job too. One of our favorite places to dine out!

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  12. Foodie

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    The food was good and the service was what you would expect for style of restaurant.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience4
    The food was outstanding, as always, but our service was a disappointment. Unfortunately, our server seemed put off by having to provide service. Our party would have loved an opportunity to get additional cocktails and dessert, but were never asked. Too bad. We will be back, not sure that our guests will.

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  14. MickO

    Omaha

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    We've always been to the original Mouth of the South and love it so we tried the Old Market location before a Holland Center show. It'll be the last time for us. The food came to the table cold to lukewarm. Cold meatloaf and gravy and mashed potatoes just don't cut it. Our drinks were warm. 🙄 The waitress, while trying to soldier thru shouldn't have even been working at all. She was visibly ill from something and admitted it. There was a huge pile of employee wait staff just milling around doing nothing yuking it up so it couldn't be blamed on not enough staff. It wasn't a good experience. Luckily, it wasn't our first experience with Mouth of the South but we'll stick to the west Omaha location from now on.

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  15. JenniferK

    Salt Lake City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was fantastic!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you love Cajun food then look no further! We have been to Mouth Of The South 6 times and the food is always hot and delicious . We enjoying sitting outside if the weather permits.

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  17. Omahafinedining

    Omaha

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience2
    Before I start, the food and drinks were excellent. We had reservations for 5:45 on a concert night, we had to wait 15 minutes at the check in stand, they were really busy seating walk ins and did not have the staff to accommodate. We ordered cocktails when we sat and received water and our cocktails a FULL HOUR later. They were not ready for a crowd, they were understaffed and our waitress had an attitude. I get being understaffed and want to be empathetic but you need to say NO to walk ins and give your staff a chance. This was a management failure. Worst experience I have had in long time. …the food was great, but I won’t go back any time soon.

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  18. Marley

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Service started out strong but didn’t last. They got slammed and it took forever to get our last 2 drinks and the bill. Not fun when you have a concert to go to.

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  19. thePresident

    Omaha

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    The waiter was pleasant but getting our food took so long. Waffles and eggs were cold (room temperature).

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  20. Ryan

    Omaha

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good and the service was also. Our waitress had tables on the patio and inside and she managed our service very well. We always enjoy MOTS and look forward to our next visit.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was amazing. Food was really good. Great portions. Love the NOLA in Omaha feel.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Great place for date night, great location and great food.

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  23. AngS

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! We came for Father’s Day, and everything was fantastic! Food was delicious, service was fast, efficient, and friendly! Will definitely be back.

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  24. EdReview

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant, great food, great service. I highly recommend!

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  25. EdwardD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food! Great service. Loved the atmosphere. New Orleans decor and Cajun style food. Lots of choices. Friendly staff and very on the spot if you need something. Very clean Resturant and bathrooms.

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  26. Ar2N2

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience5
    So the food was good the problem was it would have been nice if on their website they state that during College World Series they only serve a fraction of what is on the regular menu. There are only certain things I can eat so I always check a restaurants website before going to see what options I will have before trying a new place. From the website I had about 3 options. When we got there none of those were available. Food was still good.

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  27. Nwork

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service! Do yourself a favor and get The surf and turf- it is incredible!

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  28. RogerM

    Austin

    45 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Our server was amazing! The food was surprisingly great Cajun cuisine in a Midwest city. Highly, recommend the Tour of New Orleans entree. My sons raved about the Poboy sandwich. We visit Omaha annually and look for new places to dine but we certainly will return here next year

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  29. OpenTableUser

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Ate here before walking to a show at the Orpheum. Pleasantly surprised that Wednesday special is All Day Happy Hour so we took advantage of appetizers and drink specials. We thought the food was great and brought out timely!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Everything was good. Food was a little slow to come out and would been fine if it had just been communicated that way. Food was really good except the special mac & cheese was average.

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  31. Racj

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, good recommendations. The food was delicious and they had a good kids' menu. We would definitely go back!

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  32. KCgirl

    Kansas City

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Immediately greeted and sat on the patio as our reservation of 2 was for. Waited 25 minutes and no one ever stopped to help us. Another family of 5 was seated 15 minutes after us and had been helped, and had even had drinks within those 25 minutes that we waited to be served. We then went to the bar inside, ordered drinks and soup, had both within 10 minutes and left. Granted, we had planned on having a full meal, just wasn't in the mood to attempt to eat at the bar. We were very grateful for the bartender's ability to serve us as well as continue to make drinks for the entire restaurant. We had the Southern Sunset and Pineapple Margarita. Southern Sunset was perfect, the Pineapple Margarita was a little too sweet for our liking but still delicious. The Shrimp Bisque soup was luscious, smooth and flavorful. Besides the initial disappointing service received by the patio staff, we were grateful for the redemption of service by the bartender.

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  33. JoshuaH

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience5
    Entree was excellent. Side dish (grits) didn't arrive for more than 20 minutes after entree arrived, and sadly, weren't anywhere near as good as the entree, to the point where I didn't finish more than a few bites. Service was incredibly poor, however staff was polite and clearly overworked, as it appeared understaffed (which is likely a consequence of current staffing shortages overall). That said, I think with more staff and less rush, I think this place would be outstanding.

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  34. HaveADorisDay

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend the crawfish etouffee, chicken fried chicken, and bread pudding. Portions are big enough to share, especially dessert!

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  35. ShirleyG

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    Clean, fun atmosphere for a group of 7; first round of cocktails were great, second round not so much; great muscles; main courses were ‘fine’ by some, jambalaya was not even warm so redo was just a mouth burning plate of microwave. Would we rerun? Probably not.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    OMG! What a gem in the Old Market! The food was EXCELLENT! The gentleman bringing the blues music was very talented...the music was just loud enough to enjoy but not so loud that we couldn't talk to each other at our table. And The Food. Everything we had was hot, fresh, so so mouthwatering! We will be back again...and again and again!

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  37. BrentM

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jambalaya and Chicken Fried Chicken are great dishes.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mouth of the South had fantastic food and service. Very big portions and everything was seasoned perfectly.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We live out of town and I wanted a reservation for 6. We have never tried this restaurant but I highly recommend! The food was great, a wide variety of drinks and the service was perfect! A busy Friday night and we had a great time!

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  40. GregZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good our service was knowledgeable and very attentive.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

Mouth of the South - Old Market offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (402) 502-4545.

Mouth of the South - Old Market is rated 4.4 stars by 138 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mouth of the South - Old Market

1111 Harney St, Omaha, NE 68102

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11 th and Harney Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Old Market
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Cajun, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ+, Native/Indigenous, Persons with Disabilities, Women
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Ernst
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (402) 502-4545
  • Catering
    We offer catering options to fit all needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer an event space that can accommodate up to 100 guests with a separate bar.
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