Food & Drink in Omaha

Property Location Located in Omaha (Old Market), Embassy Suites Omaha - Downtown/Old Market is minutes from Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts and Gene Leahy Mall. This hotel is within close proximity of The Durham Museum and Holland Performing Arts Center. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 249 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. This hotel also features wireless Internet access (surcharge), a concierge desk, and an arcade/game room. Dining Enjoy a meal at a restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at a complimentary manager's reception, held daily at evening. At the end of the day, relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, business services, and audiovisual equipment. Planning an event in Omaha? This hotel has 10658 square feet (959 square meters) of space consisting of conference/meeting rooms, small meeting rooms, and a ballroom. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary during limited hours.

When the Bluejays take the court, you can expect to see a sea of bright blue shirts at the Sam & Louie's at the corner of 24th and Cuming in Omaha. The location has been one of Creighton University's homes away from home since it opened in 1994, but its welcoming atmosphere is found at each of the eatery's 24 locations. There, friends and families bond over great conversation and an eclectic mix of casual cuisine from a menu inspired by traditional New York–style pizzerias. Eighteen specialty pizzas are hand tossed into thin-crust pies before being decorated with more than 35 toppings such as creamy alfredo sauce, sliced Italian meatballs, and canadian bacon. In deference to those with special dietary needs, almost all of these specialty pizzas are available in gluten-free pizzas. In addition to pizzas, cooks also craft their daily-made dough into calzones and strombolis, which ooze with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. The menu culminates in five third-pound Black Angus burgers, Italian hoagies, and eight types of pastas. In addition to hosting guests inside their welcoming pizzerias for both lunch and dinner, the cooks at Sam and Louie's also take their food on the road, offering catering services for events both large and not-so-large.

Eddie Morin has fond memories of swinging his feet in a B&G Tasty Foods booth as he and his dad shared the Bee Gee, the eatery's signature loose-meat sandwich. During college, Eddie would craft his own Bee Gees as a B&G cook, cementing his love for the venerable restaurant, an area staple since 1953. So it's no surprise that in 2009, when the then-owner of B&G Tasty Foods considered closing, Eddie volunteered to take over ownership. Since then, Eddie and his crew have undertaken extensive renovations of the space, expanding the dining area and increasing seating by half. As an homage to the restaurant's birth year, they had the logo redesigned in a retro style, and red-framed '50s-era advertisements now line the sage-green walls. Five antique Schwinn Stingray bicycles perch above tables, so diners who bring their own xylophone mallets can tap out their favorite Big-Bopper hits on the spokes. Though the team also streamlined and updated the menu—adding items such as salads and a vegan hot dog—they opted to retain the original Bee-Gee recipe, which has remained the same since 1953, when Eddie's father developed it. Breading made from ground cornflakes crisps up the Cheese Frenchee and Bee Gee Frenchee. In addition to these, there is also a unique frenchee featured each month. Past iterations have included Nutella and banana breaded with graham crackers as well as a Thanksgiving-Day special with turkey and cranberry sauce breaded in stuffing.

Reserve a table for two! Vivace specializes in intimate Italian cuisine for those looking to add some romance to dinner. Easy-to-please items run throughout the menu — pizza and pasta are big here — so everyone can find a familiar favorite. None of the fare at Vivace is low-fat, so you'll have to put the diet aside for a visit here. Vivace's fully stocked bar is a perk for patrons who enjoy a fine wine (or more) with their meal. Looking to host a party but don't have the space at home? You'll love the private room offered at Vivace — just right for large and merry gatherings. Surf the web from your tablet or laptop on Vivace's complimentary wifi. Patio tables and chairs are ready for Vivace diners who prefer their meals al fresco. Or, take your food to-go. Catering services are also available. Street parking is readily available near Vivace's Howard St location. Prices tend towards the moderate side, with the average tab at Vivace running under $30 per person. Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express are all accepted. Reviewers rave about the dinner menu at the restaurant, though breakfast and lunch are also served.

For juicy and flavorful burgers, head to Fuddruckers. No need to miss out on Fuddruckers just because you are avoiding fat or gluten. The burger joint has plenty of options that can accommodate your dietary needs. With Fuddruckers' wide selection of refreshments available, you can tap into the drink menu early in the evening. Don't miss out on the private room at Fuddruckers — you'll want to reserve the space the next time you and your whole crew need a place to celebrate together. Don't go off the grid! With the free wifi at Fuddruckers, you can surf the web and get some work done. Casual dining at its best, Fuddruckers customers are free to enjoy themselves in jeans and a T-shirt. Or, take your food to-go. Throwing a big party? Count on Fuddruckers to provide top-notch catering with the same great dishes you love. Drivers can park on the street or a nearby lot near Fuddruckers. The food here is super budget-friendly, too, with most items costing less than $15. Fuddruckers accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, and all major credit cards.

Smashburger isn't just the name?it's the way chefs, otherwise known as Burger Smashers, cook every burger. First, they form never-frozen, 100% Certified Angus Beef into a giant meatball. Then they season it, place it on a butter-glazed grill, and smash it into a patty. The process caramelizes the beef, locking in flavor while keeping the meat juicy and tender. Each slab is then sandwiched in an artisan bun and is turned into one of an array of standard burgers or locally inspired specialties unique to each market. This handcrafting approach typifies everything else the restaurant does, from blending handspun shakes to hand painting Smashburger's logo onto every beverage cup. Letting its food stand for itself and relying mostly on word of mouth for advertising, the Smashburger franchise expanded from one restaurant in 2007 to 220 today, with its swift growth from zero to 100 stores making it one of the nation's fastest-growing restaurant companies. This rapid development even caught the attention of Forbes and Inc. along the way.