Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Nebraska

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Nebraska? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Memoir

4.9

4.9 (749)

$31 to $50

American

Omaha

About the restaurant

Welcome to our living room where the drinks flow easily entwined throughout quality conversations, the meal leaves a lasting impression that reminds of memories made with new connections or old family friends, and the good times never seem to come to an end. At Memoir, we use quality ingredients and responsibly sourced meats and seafood to create a thoughtful menu that has something tempting to everyone. Our dishes are crafted with care leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

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ReneeVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Our second time there and the food and ambiance was truly amazing! We had the best waiter and he was so knowledgeable on the wine and cocktails list and we loved his entree recommendations. The rigatoni, skirt steak and salmon entrees were incredible!

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Prime Flat Iron Steak

Green Gateau

4.8

4.8 (809)

$30 and under

American

Lincoln

About the restaurant

The Green Gateau is an upper-scale neighborhood restaurant that has been in operation for over 25 years in the heart of downtown Lincoln. We have combined a European atmosphere with American contemporary cuisine to create a casual, yet refined feeling with delicious flavors.

Owners Eric and Cristi are proud to serve their award winning desserts, fresh seafood, and Nebraska Wagyu beef. This is just a fraction of the comprehensive menu that is sure to satisfy. We are also proud to source local and organic produce, dairy, meat, and wine.

The Green Gateau is a consistent winner of Lincoln's Choice 'Best Brunch', and offers brunch from 8-3 on both Saturday and Sunday.

The Green Gateau boasts one of the most comprehensive wine selections in Nebraska, and is annually voted a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner.

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Leslie

Dined 5 days ago

This was the most delicious meal I have eaten at a restaurant in quite some time. Superb.

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4.8

4.8 (436)

$31 to $50

American

West Omaha

About the restaurant

Roll up or boat up for high-quality, locally sourced food and drinks to satisfy any craving. Our restaurant overlooks West Shores Lake located just west of 243rd and Dodge in Waterloo, NE.

With both indoor and patio bars, high-end dining, and one of the best wine selections Omaha has to offer, you’re sure to find a cozy corner that’ll delight all senses.

Stop out for a drink, a great meal, shared appetizers, or small bites. Whether you’ve got a hankering for a burger and a beer, or craving a chef-driven dinner and wine pairing, our menu is complete with an exquisite and enjoyable experience for all.

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ThomasVIP

Dined 4 days ago

If you are looking for wonderful food, service and one of the best views in Omaha, you have to try the Salted Edge, it is one of my favorite places to stop and get a drink, dine out or for celebration of a special night.

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Brunch Bread Board

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Crispy Brussels Sprouts

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Harvest Salad

Talus Spirits & Sustenance

4.7

4.7 (496)

$30 and under

American

Papillion

About the restaurant

Talus Spirits and Sustenance is a unique concept with a modern take on Comfort Foods with a fusion twist and unique Craft Cocktails, Talus brings and elevated dining experience to our guest. Talus features Nebraska and Iowa local Craft Beers, Eclectic Wines, and Uncommon Spirits. We are happy to bring a different kind of Restaurant to Papillion/La Vista area

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Dwain

Dined 4 days ago

Isaac was a great waiter. The food was excellent, most notably the cheesecake.

Gather - Omaha

4.7

4.7 (1020)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Gather in Omaha is an epic dining experience. Once inside our historic urban-chic setting, modern eclectic cuisine awaits as our chefs prepare dishes from our year-round hydroponic farm. Guests can enjoy artisan-inspired drinks on our outdoor patios or at our craftsman-style bar, right in the heart of the historic Old Market.

Gather in Omaha is the first and only restaurant in town to offer an on-site hydroponic vertical farm with fresh produce, greens, and herbs, all hand-picked daily by our culinary team.

READ OUR POLICIES BELOW:
*We will only hold your table 10 min beyond your reservation time and your table will be released. All "no-show" reservations and cancellations made within 6 hours of reservation for parties of 6 or less or 12 hours for 6 or more, will be CHARGED $25/person.

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Ethan

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Hade a great experience at gather! Waiter was very nice, conversational and gave great recommendations. We celebrated a birthday here and got a complimentary desert. The fried chicken and burger were amazing! You got a ton of food for the price you pay. Overall great experience and would go back!

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Bone Marrow Fried Rice

Jams - Midtown

4.7

4.7 (446)

$30 and under

American

West Omaha

About the restaurant

Jams, an Omaha restaurant legacy, is an American Grill that offers a melting pot of different styles and varieties of food dishes containing high-quality ingredients paired with the optional cold drink or creative cocktail.

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Maureen

Dined on Mar 18, 2025

Great menu choices. Jams is consistently our favorite Omaha choice!

Dynamite Woodfire Grill

4.7

4.7 (677)

$50 and over

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Upscale & Chic! Sit down to a memorable meal of high-end American cuisine at Dynamite Woodfire Grill.
Dynamite Woodfire Grill offers a taste of the old and new in a lavish and captivating environment, complete with Classic & Creative Cocktails and a defining Wine Program.

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jane

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Extraordinary service and great food. Perfect place for a special evening

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Timber Woodfire Bistro

4.6

4.6 (1711)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

Timber Woodfire Bistro invites you to experience the warmth of our open kitchen and the delightful aroma of wood-fired cooking. Located in Omaha, we offer a unique dining experience that highlights the art of cooking over an open flame. Our diverse menu features expertly grilled steaks, gourmet pizzas, and house-made pastas, all crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The wood-fired oven adds a distinctive smoky flavor to each dish, ensuring a memorable culinary journey. Begin your meal with our signature wood-fired sourdough bread, paired with herbed California olive oil and locally whipped butter. Choose from tempting options like juicy ribeye steak, flavorful pissaladière, or housemade rigatoni with roasted vegetables. Explore our extensive cocktail menu, featuring handcrafted drinks that enhance your meal. Open seven days a week, Timber Woodfire Bistro is a beloved spot for both locals and visitors. Join us and discover the magic of wood-fired dining.

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Paul

Dined 5 days ago

Food was exquisite, drinks were top notch. Service was excellent.

Nick's Quorum

4.6

4.6 (113)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown / Old Market

About the restaurant

Inspired by the city’s historical Saint Nicholas Claim House of 1854, Nick’s Quorum Bar & Supper Club is a modern bar and supper club in downtown Omaha. Serving brunch daily and dinner Tuesday – Saturday, the kitchen is led by Executive Chef, Cynthia Long and the menu features fresh interpretations of supper club classics, from relish trays for the table to prime rib carved tableside. Our full bar is mixing up classic cocktails like our Brown Sugar Brandy Old Fashioned (made with spirits from local Brickway Brewery and Distillery) and playful recreations of after-dinner sippers like the Pink Squirrel and Grasshopper. Housed on the ground level of the Hilton Omaha, Nick’s Quorum draws inspiration from the original supper clubs in the Midwest (notice our “immediate seating available” sign) at the host stand.

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LeahVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We had a good time. Really loved the atmosphere and the staff was extremely friendly! Loved the mocktail, drinks, apps and our food. Service was a bit slow but they made it right in the end and we enjoyed the apple crumble dessert. We’ll be back!

30hop Omaha

4.5

4.5 (82)

$30 and under

American

West Omaha

About the restaurant

Located in the Heartwood Preserve, we pride ourselves on being both unique and inviting with an atmosphere that’s all about kicking back and enjoying the good times! The menu is built to satisfy every craving—from classic comfort foods to bold, globally inspired flavors. Whether you're in the mood for something hearty or light, we’ve got you covered. Plus, our extensive selection of local craft beers on tap pairs perfectly with any occasion. And don’t miss our weekend brunch, where sweet meets savory, perfectly paired with craft cocktails to start your day off right.

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Randall

Dined 4 days ago

Good food, impressive physical environment, friendly staff.

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