A hidden gem. I cannot believe I didn't know about this place till now! My best friend and I went in for a drink and a few small bites. The restaurant is serious about its reservations and had no open tables, so we sat at bar which was fine. We both tried a glass of wine from their menu. The wine selection is impressive and the staff is knowledgeable about what the wine tastes like and what notes each wine has. Kudos for that! we ordered the charcuterie and the chicken liver mousse. The meats are cured in house, and I was blown away. The chicken liver mousse was exquisite, smooth, and flavorful. I can not wait to go back for dinner! read more

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My friends and I had a reservation for 4 and arrived early but were seated 45 minutes late with no apology or even acknowledgment of the tardiness. I'm not going into the rest of the details but the person working as host really thinks highly of himself and is quite possible the biggest jerk I've ever interacted with in the service industry. I will be making sure I tell anyone I know that this place is nothing but and over priced and poorly serviced establishment. I hear the food is great but we left due to the way we had been treated and did not order. A course in customer service or just general manners would significantly help the entire staff. Sorry people, I don't hear nearly enough people say anything or even know about the Boiler Room for you all to think you'll stay afloat if you have these service standards. We went to Upstream after and the service was fantastic compared to this place. read more

Our party was 7 guys for a work thing (2 were customer guests). Conversation revolves mostly around TV shows, Machinery, hunting, and our kids. There was a decent amount of political and other current event-related banter, too -- were not totally disconnected. The immediate reaction to the menu was, "is this the whole menu?" or "Do you have any regular beers?" I have been here before so I told everyone to please have patience and just wait to try the food. No one in the group would have ever ordered charcuterie, olives, or even a cheese plate. We had that for appetizers along with their chicken and some house sausage to boot. The mood became more accepting right away after everyone started passing around the appetizers and they had gotten two or three good swigs of their tasty cocktails. Of the 7 of us, there were 3 monkfish (I was one), 3 sirloins and one lamb (2-ways). I was disappointed no one ordered the swordfish or the pork just so we could've gotten a review. The cool part was that our server actually returned to make sure that we understood the expectation with monkfish, specifically that it was usually described as a poor man's lobster - for its sweet flavor and crustacean like texture that resulted from the fact that this fish typically consumes mostly crustaceans. Those in our group were all individuals who would've passed on this restaurant after a cursory glance at the menu without giving it a second thought. It was fun to take a group outside their comfort zone and see everyone so enamored with the meals that they had just gotten to enjoy. I consider myself an amateur foodie and I could not recognize most of what was on the menu other than the headline descriptions. The accompaniments were all extremely thoughtful and delicious. Not only did everyone love their entrées, but were equally impressed with items on the appetizer list such as goose liver and, well, I guess that's enough said. read more

Food was ok service was great. Atmosphere was fantastic but the price seemed way high for the food

Disappointing experience this time in comparison to our last visit in April 2013. Several missteps include: -a rude bartender with a hip mustache and ill fitting shirt -inexperienced/uninformed server and other waitstaff when asked about menu items -hubby has food poisoning from the lamb dish on this weekend's menu We initially sat down for a drink in the bar area and the bartender couldn't have been more irritated with us. He seemed annoyed we were taking up a table, although we had reservations anyway. Plus it was dead until about 7:30 anyhow. After telling us to move to the barstools to be served a drink, he and the hostess figure out that it's fine we can stay at this table-- she, by the way was much more accommodating and welcoming.... And Gasp! Actually smiled! We proceeded to enjoy a cocktail and dine at the same table. Our server did her job but that's about it. Really brought no knowledge or food direction/discussion to the table and just moved around with no facial expression whatsoever. We asked for several things to which she didn't know the answer to. (Mostly having to do with spirits). There was no guidance on the tremendous wine list either. Food was ok. Nothing really stellar other than the squash blossoms. They treat the bread here like a commodity- like Trotter's did-- oh yeah that's right Trotter's also had world renown pastry chefs and at one time was the best restaurant in the world. This place has a machine busting out the cheap loaves of sourdough (the same ones you get at La Buvette) except instead of just setting a loaf of bread on the table they ever so delicately drop off slices on your plates so that you're forced to ask for more to go with your charcuterie and accompaniments. Kind of annoying and a little overdone in my opinion. Furthermore, my husband's lamb dish tasted, as he described, of corned beef and cabbage. Not right.... however he didn't want to send it back to cause a fuss and ruin the meal. He didn't finish his meal and left a significant portion of meat behind. This would have been an opportunity for management to care or perhaps the server to ask, but it doesn't surprise me they did not. He spent the rest the evening and into the next morning as I write his review very ill. This was not the same experience we had last year and will not be returning. read more

For our last night in town, the gf and I had been making our rounds through the Old Market in the search of good cocktails. It was after 9 pm on a Wednesday night when we got to the Boiler Room on the recommendation from Richard, our bartender at 801 Chophouse. The Boiler Room resides in a boiler room in an old building on Jones St. a short walk from the heart of the Old Market. Once inside, I was struck by the restaurant's open, multi-level, almost steam punk interior. It was one of the more unique, if not cool, dining rooms that I've seen in a long while. Since we had an early flight out the following morning, we opted to sit at the bar for just one drink. We were getting a little hungry, so we checked out the menu for something to eat. The concise yet intriguing menu appeared to change frequently, if not daily. We decided to split orders of their house cured charcuterie plate and cheese board. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/6aBLmr3XaHte4yxGEK239w?select=TU4xUlXb86grRulC0bkLgQ#TU4xUlXb86grRulC0bkLgQ The Boiler Room touts itself as a locally sourced, farm to table restaurant. The chef, Paul Kulik, is a 2012 James Beard semi-finalist for Best Chef-Midwest. His local sourcing philosophy was well represented in the diverse selection of delicious, flavorful meats and cheeses we received, which most, if not all, were from Nebraska and Iowa. For my drink, I had the Equinox, a boozy yet smooth concoction made with rye, amaro averna, applejack, and vermouth di torino. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/6aBLmr3XaHte4yxGEK239w?select=TU4xUlXb86grRulC0bkLgQ#-w1ceJSR_w7g-oYllGD7SQ While it wasn't made with locally sourced ingredients (not that I thought it would or should be), it was excellent! Our bartender, Clark, displayed professionalism, passion, and serious skills behind the bar while crafting our drinks. The Boiler Room is at the pinnacle of Omaha's restaurant landscape. It truly impressed me with its cocktails and teased me with the small taste of food I had. The Boiler Room is at the top of my to do list for a proper meal the next time I'm back in Omaha. 4.5-stars rounding up to 5. read more

Boiler Room - Charcuterie & cheese - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Others before me have waxed poetic, so I'll refrain from getting too wordy (now THAT'S a crazy thought). While an evening at the Boiler Room may not fit within everyone's budget, it's worth stopping in for an adult beverage and nosh (I recommend the charcuterie board). What I especially love about their charcuterie board...it's a bit more interesting than what's passing off as the standard "meat and cheese" plate hype that other establishments are adopting. If you can manage dinner, do so, especially if you're into more creative dining. read more

Boiler Room - Charcuterie. - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

This restaurant is awesome in every way. First off, they have lots of parking. Second off, the inside is perfect. I love the visible cross beams, with chipped paint. You can see the kitchen and chef from most places in the restaurant. Perfect lighting. Third, the service is wonderful. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Finally, the food is delicious. I had the tête de cochon as an appetizer. Absolutely delicious. The meat was tender and flavorful, and not too salty. Then, I had the rabbit for an entree. I absolutely loved it. Perfectly cooked. I am under 21, so they made me a delicious mocktail. Just say what you want (sour, sweet, bitter) they will create a weird, but delicious combo. Very please by the restaurant and it definitely deserves the 4 1/2 star rating. read more

Boiler Room - Sour mock-tail. - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Seriously BEST food I've eaten in a while !! I've only ever eaten octopus once but our server highly recommended it. WHAT A DECISION! Everything on the plate really complimented each other and brought amazing flavor to our tastebuds in each dish. read more

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First of all: WE MISS THE GREY PLUME! We had not been to The Boiler Room before, and we had high expectations which were not even close to being met. Most of all, it is somewhat sad that sometimes the entire restaurant experience rests upon the shoulders of the wait staff, which is where the disappointment started and continued until we left. read more

Boiler room is probably my favorite restaurant in Omaha. Yes the food and drink are great, but the atmosphere is what makes me come back. Exposed beams, brick, open kitchen, sunken bar, and wine cellar. Just beautiful. Yes, the place can feel a little pretentious but that doesn't really detract from the experience, dare I say it adds to it. Food is legitimately seasonal, this is not a serve you squash-in-May type of place. The second course menu always looks about the same to me, just with various seasonal twists. I would recommend just sitting at the bar and ordering especially if you don't have the foresight (like me) for reservations. The bartender is always working solo so he is quite busy but always takes good care of us. In a city with no shortage of good cocktails, these ever-rotating options stand out. My only knock is that their beer selection, although improving, leaves me wanting. But I concede it is more of a wine place. read more

i just finished a nice day at the dorley zoo and this was a nice way to visit old market and enjoy a good meal food i got a steak(hindu hell here i come!)- it was great and very filling , it came with beans and mushrooms, i cleaned my plate i didnt care for the desserts on the menu, so i passed i didnt get a drink, b'c i didnt feel like waiting forever and they seemed too pricy the table bread was good service i sat at the bar, tender was nice but very overwhelmed; the host was a bit snippy,because i didnt have a reservation, i didnt care for him price good given quality of food parking free, spots in the front, but tell the host so they dont tow your car away, its one of those kinds of places ambiance i liked the seating area, i didnt get a table though bathroom is clean overall: good food read more

Updating my review as we ate here on New Years Eve, and had their set menu for the night. It was a great experience with 5 courses paired with wines and a dessert. For the first course, they had a Chicken Liver Mousse en Gelee along with some Oregon Black Truffle. Basically a chicken liver mousse with a gelatin surround. Out of all the dishes this was probably my least favorite, but more because I am simply not a huge fan of mousse and gelatin meat. It was flavorful however and presented well. Second plate was a Root Vegetable Tartare with caper berries, mustard seeds, ricatta salata and arugula. It was paired with a Henri Goutorbe Champagne from France. The tartare was very flavorful and the champagne paired incredibly well with it. Third plate was one of the highlights, which was the Saffron Rissoto, with butter poached lobster, wagyu powder, tuna ham and kale. It was paired with a Savennieres white from France, and was another winner for a pairing. This dish was so rich and bursting with flavor in every bite. The Rissoto was cooked perfectly (only small knock is that it was warm, not hot when it arrived), the lobster melted in your mouth, and the kale was crisp and almost crunched when you took a bite. The favors in this dish were huge, it was done very well. The fourth plate was Guinea Hen done two ways with brussel sprouts and canederli. It was paired with a Pinot Noir from Germany. The presentation was again great, and this was a good dish. I am not a brussel sprout fan and it is not something I would ever order, but these were good. The sliced breast was the best part of this plate though, moist and tender, but the outside with an almost fried crispness. As a nice side note to the evening, after finishing this course we snuck outside to watch the New Years fireworks which were amazing. The fifth and final plate was Wood Grilled Venison, with chickpeas, leeks, and local mushrooms. It was paired with a Langhe Rosso red from Italy. This was also very good, with the venison served rare. The chickpeas were spiced, and I thought it overpowered the venison a little bit, but overall was very good. This brings us to the dessert. I have a sweet tooth, but too often desserts at fine dining places don't match up to the meals. This was NOT the case here. It was a macaroon with pistachio, white chocolate ice cream, dark chocolate panna cotta, malted milk crumbles, and chocolate ribbons. It was hands down, the best dessert I have had at a restaurant. I would have liked a giant waffle cone stuffed with this! A great way to round out the meal. Overall this was a wonderful evening. The staff took care of us very well, and it was nice that each wine was described to us before each plate. While pricey, this was as about as good a dining experience that you could have in Omaha. TL;DR -Three hours of yum! Well worth it! read more

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Phenomenal experience to have for my wife's birthday. Great food and service! Our favorite was talking to, and getting a few tips from the pastry chef Mary who couldn't have been sweeter to my wife and I. We would come back just to talk to her. The bonus was the delicious food and heavenly dessert at the end. Stop on, enjoy and know you will be well taken care of!! read more

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This is hands down the best restaurant in Omaha. Beautiful modern large loft space. Excellent service and inspired food. Crispy pork terrine, hazelnut romesco, chili and Brussels sprouts. Then the chef was testing tomorrow's special out in a friend at the bar. I was able to get in on that. Giradanelli with tomatoes pork and chili out. Delicious read more

Finally made it here for dinner this week. It was a great experience from the atmosphere to the service to the food. We started with drinks, a cheese board and the charcuterie plate - all great. Next up was a complementary intermezzo of capicola wrapped lamb heart and it was delicious. For our entrees two of us ordered the roasted half pig's head and the girls ordered monkfish and wagyu sirloin. The girls both enjoyed theirs and we had a blast eating the pig's head. To finish the night we tried all three of the dessert offerings and they were all a hit. This was a great night and we will definitely be back. read more

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There you are, drinking in a(n upscale) boiler room that's realistic enough for you expect that you'll turn around and find Freddy Krueger running down the stairs at you with his hands out...only to grab your cocktail. That this could feasibly be a fate worse than death by Krueger's clawed hands lets you know that a drink at the Boiler Room is not to be missed. Think the perfect Manhattan can only be made in the city that inspired its name? Think again. When a bartender actually delights in making a drink that can be intimidating to some, you know you're in the right place. I experienced a Manhattan here. That's right. You *experience* cocktails here. 1, 2, Freddy's coming for you...but you'll be too drunk on amazing cocktails to care. read more

We'd so looked forward to dining here. Our expectations were met with disappointment. The greeter as well as our server were very unfriendly. We felt neglected. The food was very mediocre - 2 in our party had the sirloin; one the duck; and I had the scallops. None were anything to write home about. The greeter picked up my card, which I'd laid out, before we'd received the check. Then he was put out that I'd said we haven't received the check yet. We asked to have the check split which was apparently too difficult. Leaving disappointed. Then the greeter came chasing us down the street saying we'd left with a signed credit card receipt. We walked back and it was on the table, under a tray that had been put on table for busing. Felt like we were profiled. read more

First of all, the reserved parking out front is a big plus. Aside from the disturbing artwork on the walls (e.g. a picture of a severed pig's head with its eyes removed), the atmosphere is sexy. Our server was great and made an excellent wine recommendation. I won't go into what all we ate since their menu changes daily, everything we had was excellent. I recommend starting off with one of their cocktails and a cheese plate... then go from there. read more

Pork Belly is to die for. Oh my. Slightly smokey, crispy, and unctuous. Not too often does one get to use that word but it applies here. Moved on to the Wagayu (spell correct is challenging me!) Bavette steak with a wonderful flageolet accompaniment that had little pork belly batons and a really nice reduction sauce. All was balanced and perfectly seasoned. I don't like a heavy red that overwhelms my food so I went with a glass of French burgundy, which brings me to my only minor quibble. I wish the "by the glass" list was a touch more generous as anyone dining alone would appreciate. As a frequent traveler this is often a challenge. My only other quibble- wake up Omaha!! This place closes early many evenings due to lack of business and it's a shame! Get your butts in here. It is fabulous and so is the service. read more

Boiler Room - Pork belly with chicharones and mushroom - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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By far. Hands down the beat food I've ever had. We were seated right above the kitchen, service was excellent and I was mesmerized watching the executive chef, Tim work. Service was perfect, drinks were amazing. I had zero complaints about my meal, the crudo was to die for! read more

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This place is an overall thumbs up. The food is top-notch and the drink list is very extensive. Ambiance was really rich, warm, and posh with brick walls, exposed piping, and dark woods, but not pretentious at all. My BF made reservations for Valentine's Day and we were definitely not disappointed with the experience. We both decided to get the 4-course special menu for the day that included farm rabbit, oil poached swordfish, wattle pork "porchetta" and the banana tartuffi. The flavors and ingredients complimented each other very well. I would say that this place is a wonderful restaurant for those with an adventurous palate who want an overall dining experience, not those who are picky and only order what's "safe." Service was wonderful hands down and the server checked in on us about every 10 minutes. I ordered a standard glass of white wine, but I overheard our waiter talking about different types of wine with the couple next to us and boy was he knowledgeable about his wines and the companies/vineyards themselves. The only downside was that portions were on the smaller side and with $55 per person, I wish this were a 5-course prix fixe menu. With that said, I would pay this price again for the dining experience that we received. read more

Boiler Room - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I was trying the find the best restaurant for dinner during our one night in Omaha. The Boiler Room far exceeded my expectations and I would guess that this is probably the best restaurant not only in Omaha but the entire region. Located in the boiler room of the 1896 Bemis Bag building which doesn't conjure a pleasant dining décor, but the two-level restaurant with an open floor was appealing. It felt a bit like the engine room in the belly of a big ship. The catwalk view of the dining room allowed us to see into the bar and kitchen. The seafood croquette appetizer with a mildly spicy tomato sauce and crunchy almonds was a little too basic and should be skipped in favor of the braised pork belly with braised bitter greens, popping pickled golden raisins, and crispy potato chips. The chef smartly introduced spicy heat into the dish from the yellow jalapeno aioli to enhance the natural jus. I typically avoid dull fishes like seabass but the pan roasted seabass finished in butter (as seen from our perch overlooking the kitchen) was livened by the saffron cream sauce. Piped gnocchi with flecks of herb, incredible fiddleheads, and crispy kale completed every dimension of the dish that showed chef Tim Nicholson grasps an understanding of balancing an array of palate senses. Another flavor-bursting entrée was the confit chicken leg. Individually everything tasted great, but the over-imagined dish had too many flavor profiles with the two sauces and two starches. The ancho sauce that was like BBQ sauce conflicted with the smoked apple butter with lumpy consistency. The spaetzle was neutrally incongruous with the pork-stuffed potato cake. The bar made outstanding drinks that had depth and were beautifully presented like the Pedro's Revolver. Although the Earl Sweatshirt had an unappealing name, the frothy gin-based cocktail was enhanced with sumptuously piquant saffron bitters. read more

We had a fantastic meal at Boiler Room. Super hip place with a great design inside. The lamb here is absolutely incredible. Might be the best lamb chops that I've ever had. Beautifully cooked chops with just the right amount of flavor. Other highlights include the stuffed squash blossom appetizer and the raspberry tart for dessert. read more

We went to Boiler Room for my birthday and honestly, I wasn't sure how it would go given the different experiences I've had at Grey Plume and V. Mertz. But, it was one of the best dining experiences we have had yet!! The restaurant is in an old warehouse but they've managed to give it a very warm touch. The staff makes you feel welcome which is something we didn't get at V. Mertz. We came in on a Tuesday night and it was not crowded. Noise level was just fine although I couldn't speak for what it would like on a busy weekend. As for the food, I ordered the pork loin and my boyfriend ordered the wagyu sirloin steak. Mine was cooked perfectly and was simply delicious. In fact, my boyfriend actually preferred my dish over his. However, his was equally good. The food was reasonably priced and portions were satisfying. We had ordered short ribs but it did not make it to our table unfortunately. And we also ordered a cheese plate at the end of the meal which was delicious. The cocktail we ordered (names escapes me) was very good. I was worried it'd be too strong but the bartender did an excellent job creating it. My only concern was the wine list could have been more descriptive. It was a very long list (12 pages at least!) but none of the wines mentioned what flavored were in each. Our server also wasn't able to provide much input. Overall, it we had a great time, enjoyed the food, and are looking forward to coming back for more! read more

I'm sure there are many noteworthy places to eat in Omaha. For my solo evening out, I was looking for a place to dine and relax. After a good deal of walking around Omaha, looking at menus and sampling the ambiance of various establishments, I had failed to find just the right blend to suit my desire for finer fare and a chance to read 'The New Yorker'. Deciding to look at one more place opened the door to the Boiler Room and the evening I sought. Everyone at the Boiler Room Restaurant was welcoming without being overly gushy. (I read a review that used the word "pretentious" to describe it. That is NOT true.) Anthony was a gracious host. Evan waited on me with a cordial demeanor like that of a friend who was always ready to help without hovering. Best of all, each aspect of my visit was made better by Erin at the bar. To start my evening, I told Erin that I wanted a cocktail but had no favorites or depth of experience from which to guide her. She asked a few questions, listened carefully, and then proceeded to invent a drink on-the-spot. Made with apple brandy, Erin's skill produced a savory blend that was not too sweet nor too bitter. Such accommodation is a perfect example of unpretentious grace. That drink alone would have been enough to warm my evening. Yet, with a simple request from me--but no suitable guidance--Erin picked a red wine to accompany the grilled Morgan Wagyu flank steak (highly recommended!). For dessert, the Boiler Room's sumptuous blackberry rhubarb tart was recommended by Evan. Paired with a port (at Erin's suggestion, of course), I'm not sure I've ever taken some much time to eat a dessert. It capped the night off as well as any dessert I could have imagined. Good call, Evan. Now, lest a reader of this review think that I've over-rated the Boiler Room either because I know the owners or I'm a total neophyte lacking exposure to finer food and drink, please know; I was in the area on business and will likely/sadly never eat there again due to living in far-off New Hampshire, and I have indeed been exposed superior cuisine at some of NYC's finest restaurant's including a delightful private affair at David Bouley's Test Kitchen. My review of the Boiler Room Restaurant is based on my enjoyment culinary delights to the degree that I neglect to study specifics. Enjoy the #Boilerroomrestaurant. My special thanks to Erin for the paring and most especially, the Omaha Apple (better name still needed?). All the "dots" were connected for an evening of finer dining, if only for one night (sigh). ~Allan read more

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Wow, where to start... Atmosphere-perfectly refined urban "rustoration" style Service-impeccable, thoughtful attention to detail Drinks- huge wine selection, expertly crafted cocktails Food- absolutely the star of the show I went for two small plates rather than a regular entree. I had the charcuterie and pork belly plates... I cannot possibly say enough good things about both dishes, especially for the price. For me personally the charcuterie plate is one of the single best dishes I've ever eaten, period. Please come open one in Atlanta! read more

Boiler Room - Charcuterie, amazing flavor combo! - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

It was incredible! When you look at the menu the food looks strange if you are not used to different spices and flavors, my steak was amazing, the chickpea and mushrooms where delicious they had a tomato sauce with some spices that was unbelievable good. I like the open ambience you can see the kitchen and how they prepare your food. read more

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Nothing to not like about this place. The staff was courteous, knowledgeable and attentive. The food was simply delicious. They say the menu changes daily, so going into detail about the food may not be useful, but that's not going to stop me. I had the fried pork belly appetizer. It was delightful. The meat was tender and bursting with flavor. My friend got the scallop, which was done to perfection. For dinner I ordered the monkfish. Again, the fish was fresh and the light, tomato and shrimp sauce was delicate and delectable. My friend got the pork chop. I got a taste and immediately wished I had ordered the pork chop. I was pleased to find when I returned to my monkfish I was still extremely pleased with the meal I ordered. Dessert was pure chocolate heaven - ganache, ice cream, etc. It was tiny, but after that meal it was actually the perfect portion. The entire evening was an amazing experience. I will absolutely return. read more

This was an amazing meal from start to finish. The restaurant is beautiful. Our cocktails were delicious. The bread was wonderfully sour with a nice crust. We asked one of the wait staff about it and she just happened to be the pastry chef and bread baker! It was nice to visit with her about it and learn more about how she makes the bread. I had the rabbit. It was wonderfully smoky and delicious. The pork shoulder for my husband had a sauce that was out of this world. The cherry brownie and ice cream was a knock out. A very strong cherry taste. The americanos that we had with dessert were rich and bold. The server was friendly but we were disappointed that he did not describe our dishes to us when he brought the food. He just sat down the plates and left. The food has so many wonderful components and we would have liked more information on the dish. Typically in fine dining they do describe your dish without being asked. Wonderful meal that we won't forget for a very long time. read more

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Was in town with the big bosses so everything was paid for, best thing about the experience ;) Anyways, very unique wall decor. I couldn't make out a few of the ceramic pieces but some ppl on my group did. We were greeted right away by a very nice waitress and seated. This is my 2nd restaurant ever that cocktails are not usually sweet nor sour. Very fancy drinks. I had the monkfish and it was delicious. The waitress did a great job describing all the food. Also got to try the lamb from my coworker and it was amazing. Overall great experience. read more

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Do yourself a favor and just go already! The Boiler Room is by far my husband and I's favorite restaurant in Omaha. It's our go to place for any special night out. It a bit expensive for us, so we only make it here 3-4 times per year - but it's always on our mind and we often talk about how we cant wait to go back! Cocktails and wines are always great - we find our favorite cocktails are off menu. We like to tell the bartender what we like in a cocktail and let them create. I'm pregnant right now and got the mocktail on our most recent visit and it was also fabulous! The food keeps us coming back though! We've never had a dish that disappointed. We like that menu changes so we always have something new to try. We typically get a fish dish and either the pork or steak dish. The dishes are on the pricier side, I'd expect to pay around $80-$100 with tip for 2 entrees no drinks. Add another $40-$50 if you get and app or a few drinks per person. From a Covid safety perspective, we did feel that they have kept their staff and patrons safety in mind, which we appreciate. read more

Our family (three friends, but I'd consider our group something closer to a family) spent the majority of our day in Omaha at the Henry Doorly Zoo. Now, one must understand that this was a four-hour experience in near-hundred degree weather, so our family was understandably very thirsty by the end of it. We headed down to the Olde Market looking for fine dining. We were turned away from two restaurants and were hoping that our stumble into Boiler Room could be a happy little accident. Unfortunately they only had seating available at the bar. One of our family members is autistic, so we were hoping for a table or some other seating arrangement that allowed for easier communication, but we were getting desperate for water at this point. We were served immediately with iced waters, Coca-Colas, and some delightful "Mocktails" which consisted of some type of floral concoction (without any alcohol of course-- we were recovering from the beer houses of Munich). Not to mention the effect alcohol has on our autistic brother, which is only one of his endearing quirks. Another one of his tendencies is to drink copious amounts of water whenever he feels stressed, particularly when being judged. As patrons of the bar seat, our server was none other than the bartender himself: a man of intimidating stature and a rather uninflected venir. Our autistic brother as well as another brethren (in solidarity) had downed somewhere between four and five glasses of water all the while avoiding the judgemental glares of servers, patrons, and even the occasional chefs seen through the open kitchen. At some point I could've sworn that the tender and the chefs were conspiring to give our autistic brother the most bashful experience-- as silly as this may sound-- as one can get while doing something as innocuous as drinking water. Free tap water, if I may remind you. Despite this treatment, we managed to order our dishes with little incident, and while most of it was rather well done, the Wagyu beef sirloin was paired with chickpeas that were hard, dry, and tasted as if it had been plopped out of a can and drowned in sauce to disguise the coy indifference of the chefs whom, if I may respeculate, had made fun of our brother moments prior. Overall, the Boiler room had mean-spirited service with some quality desserts and okay entres. not enough water. P.S. I recommend asking for ice with your water, as it got rather lukewarm, according to our brother. read more

Went back for date night. It was amazing. We had a nice table overlooking the open kitchen. We started with the calamari and foie gras. Best foie gras I've had, melted in your moth like butter. Th calamari with micro grains and citrus was also fantastic as was the Elijah Craig Manhattan I had with it. Ordered a medium priced Italian Sangiovese with our entrees of Monk Fish and braised Wagyu short rib. Both of which were amazing. Finished off with three cheeses and more of there fresh baked bread with a couple espressos. What really puts this place over the top is that it runs like a well oiled machine. The entire staff from cooks to waiters, to the maitre de all work together so the service is superior. And all that for only $240. Well worth it and we'll be back for my sons 17th birthday in Feb. read more

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This is an overall outstanding experience at a secluded venue in the Old Market. You have to start with craft cocktail creations by Alec, the bar manager. The bar service menu is excellent but he can create anything. The food service menu is unique and very interesting. I tried things I normally wouldn't try and it was worth it. I started with the Nebraska Rabbit Croquette which was great. I ordered the Grilled John Dory as the entree which was another great choice. After another couple craft creations by Alec, I tried the Apple dessert (forgot the name) which was served in a canning jar and was excellent. This is definitely a top choice in Omaha and worth the drive if you don't live here! read more

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Boiler Room, Omaha, Nebraska. Best lamb meal I've ever had. Chops weren't evenly done (one just a bit more towards well off medium) but both were still juicy and tender as hell (literally my only critique). AND for the price, where most places would've only included the chops, they include a substantial section of belly prepared PERFECTLY. The beet mole sauce brings out a light but substantial harissa-like seasoning in the meat and the polenta was creamy (made with some of the whey from their homemade ricotta to balance the richness) with pea-tendril greens and roasted cauliflower. Most places price the same for just 2 chops, 3 if you're lucky. This place braised and rolled a substantial portion of the belly to give you the chance to really embrace the flavors of the sauce and the polenta and most of all, the meat. A perfectly sized portion which didnt leave me hungry like most lamb meals. Seriously. Best lamb dish I've ever had. Eat here. read more

This place came highly recommended by some friends and I had caught wind of the place originally from Eater. The service was excellent, everyone was very kind and attentive. The staff had a great flow and worked well together. The house baked bread served before the meal was pretty amazing. It had just the right amount of chew and a great crispy crust. The flavors in the dishes that we had complimented each other well and were pleasing to the palate. The appetizer and both entrees were a bit salty for my taste, salty enough to be distracting. Listing the source of the local ingredients would have added a nice touch. read more

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We came here for our engagement dinner with friends and it was a fantastic experience! The food was incredible, the staff were attentive, nice and some of the most knowledgeable I've encountered and were even clued up on New Zealand wines (something you don't usually get in America). Great vibe, low lighting and industrial vibe which was really cool. Can't wait to go back again already. read more

Nice atmosphere in an old downtown building... we were there on a slow night ... They just happened to be out of the dish listed on the web site I came in for. I pouted for three minutes and ordered another. The dishes are chef designed with tastes to compliment each other well. My husband offered up that his fish was well prepared... my wine was good but probably could of been better. Dessert was a mousse and sorbet that was perfect after filling up on yummy table bread. I just might be back someday. Maybe ... read more

I love slipping into this place for a cocktail. While only a stones throw from the tourist trash that inhabits Omaha's Market District, The Boiler Room seems like a world away. Great space on a kool old cobblestone street. You walk downstairs into what else, a former boiler room. I'm telling you, this room just looks amazing. The upstairs dinning area is super nice as well. The food is outstanding. Wine selections are par excellence. They really know their booze. What else can I say. I dig it the most. Enjoy Omaha foodies. You deserve it! read more

Boiler Room - New American Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska