Great Irish atmosphere. Authentic Irish foods. All I had this time was the creamy onion soup, and it was delightful. I'm eager to come back and try more. read more

I was there for a private gathering the day before St Patrick's Day and then again for drinks on St Patrick's Day. This place gets it right. The food is good. The beer is terrific. They have Murphy's!!! I got the fish and chips at our private venue. They are big filets done right. I really really like this place. read more

My son vomited 5-6 hours after eating the fish and chips here. Quality doesn't seem up to par, and we won't be back.

We've been going to Brazen Head for comfort food for years - as soon as it gets chilly out in Omaha it's one of our first stops. When able we try to go sit in the snug, over by the bar which makes you feel like you've walked into a pub in Dublin. My husband loves the Guinness on tap, and I go for one of their ciders - usually Strongbow. We start out with the Brie appetizer, which is served with toast and jam. He gets the fish and chips and I get the Dublin Stew which comes in a bread bowl. We've yet to make it to dessert, but the Brie is usually enough sweetness to cover that. The servers are always amazing and prompt. We'll keep coming back! read more

It's like your local bar, but with Moar Irish! They have beautiful decor. It feels like you might be in Dublin. There's an Irish section on the menu with some wonderful, hearty, and tasty offerings. Of course, there's Guinness, along with other selections and some Irish whiskies. If you're not into the Irish tastes, the menu is extensive enough to keep you happy and sated. Wait! Live music! Yes, the ambiance gets even better with some crooning and guitars going in the back. Brazen Head is not expensive, and it's not fancy. Instead, it's like home. read more

Haven't been to Brazen Head in around a decade so I went back today. The menu and dishes have changed a little bit over time. I ordered some so-called "Irish nachos" (although I fail to see what is so "Irish" about these nachos) for my appetizer and 3 beer-battered fish fillets with crunchy potatoes for my main course. There was not many nachos in our appetizer; we ran out of nachos shortly after getting our plate, yet it costed a ridiculous 10$ as if there's tons of nachos on the plate. When the main course finally arrived, I needed a new root beer so I told the waitress to grab one for me. About 7-10 minutes later I still don't have my drink so I had to get up from the table and ask when I'm getting my drink, and she insisted "oh it's coming" and then dismissed me. All she was doing was chatting with the other employees instead of getting my drink; it's not that hard to grab a bottle of root beer from the fridge and give it to the customer... How does it take 7-10 minutes just to do that? Only after I inquired about my drink did I finally receive it. The music in the place is alright, rather loud for some who may not like loud music but it didn't really bother me personally. The price for my meal and the rest of the family's meals combined tallied up to a ridiculous 62$... 3 plates filled to the brim with potatoes, and a nacho plate that hardly has any nachos... Yep, I think that does it for me and the Brazen Head. I'm probably not returning here. My mother makes better Irish food than these people to be honest. The fish fillets I had were good, but all of the dishes here are definitely not worth what they are priced for. read more

Brazen Head Irish Pub - Beer-battered fish fillets with crunchy potatoes - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Great atmosphere if you're going for the Irish Pub feel. Most of our food was average, the fries were great. We were sat at a very awkward two-top table in the middle of the restaurant, which we didn't really like but dealt with. Overall alright spot. read more

Cozy Irish pub with good food and excellent service. My server was Emily and she was great- very friendly, quick and attentive.

After my Omaha peeps plied me with stiff drinks at the Green Onion Lounge, we needed food -- badly -- or our night would be a short one. And so I was dragged out to the Brazen Head Pub for some hearty, stick-to-your-ribs Irish fare. Seemed like the right call. I love Irish Pubs, especially if they're the real deal. And Brazen Head has some of the right elements working for it. It's definitely got the feel of a real Irish pub in terms of decor and setup. And having a band in the back room playing and singing classic Irish songs helps make them stand out from your typical faux Irish pub. Unfortunately, the food was on the disappointing side. A spicy wings appetizer was neither spicy nor memorable. And the Shepard's Pie -- the gold standard for evaluating traditional Irish food -- was really disappointing. Just a real starchy, flavorless mish-mash of the classic ingredients that left me feeling like I was eating baby food. I wouldn't recommend this. Extra points for good service and the fact that my colleagues enjoyed their sandwiches, which I did not try. I would certainly come back and try something else, or just come in for the drinks and the music. read more

After moving from England to Nebraska I have been constantly disappointed with the fish and chips when suggested by friends. Dino's in Lincoln was awful, the only decent one in Lincoln is at Green Gateau. But Brazen Head in Omaha has the true taste of real Fish and Chips. I grew up in a small fishing town in the southwest of England, so know my fish. The first mouthful took me right back down memory lane and they even had the malt vinegar to compliment the dish. I also tried their 'Galic Wings', hot wings to my American friends and they were big, meaty, and delicious. Not too spicy or gloppy, just right. They also have Carlsburg on tap which was a blessing. The place is cozy and inviting all year round. I drive all the way from Lincoln to this place just to get my fix. I brought two friends who are chef's at a gourmet restaurant here in Lincoln and they were blown away. Older people may dine at this place but at night it becomes more fiesty and youthful. Older people have been around the block and know their food! read more

Christine is right, don't come here expecting Ireland. But Brazen Head should stop calling itself an Irish Pub. That's BS. We went to Brazen Head on a Saturday evening, it was full of old people. Ok fine. There is a Irish pub in my hometown where everyone can get along, they have real Irish food, music, and dancing. Maybe this could be like that? Oh but no. We looked at the menu and then my husband and I looked at each other. Um where is the Irish Pub? Why don't you just call yourself Applebee's and call it a day? This was American food, not Irish. I'm calling BS on your Irish Pub, Brazen Head. read more

The Brazen Head defines schizophrenic identity for a restaurant/pub. On one hand, wander in there at certain times and you'll see frat packs not even pretending to be classy, just there because it's close to campus and in a strip mall, which is what they live for. The girls probably just got fake tans a few shops down. On the other hand, the ownership tries to keep it a classy, semi-authentic spot, even in a strip mall. The bar and some of their other furnishings were shipped in from Ireland, and they do a good job of bringing together Irish style food with American tastes. Their food rarely disappoints, and usually impresses. They offer the right beers, have special rooms for private gatherings, yet don't put on pretension. Overall, a pretty good spot most of the time, and definitely a place worth checking out. read more

My husband has been looking for an Irish restaurant to frequent. Enter Brazen Head. We have been here probably around 6 times. We have our favorite dishes, and have found dishes that are not for us. We adore the decor! The bar and many of the seating areas are from Ireland and are gorgeous - but this is entry is mostly about the food. The service can be pretty good. They tend to get very busy at certain times, so the servers can get swamped. Some servers take it upon themselves to try extra-hard during these times. You go, server dudes! You can take on the world! My personal favorite is the Galway Bay Fish and Chips DRENCHED in their malt vinegar. I dislike most male vinegars except for this one. It's perfect. It's heaven. I could eat their fish and chips with malt vinegar until I die. It's perfectly tangy and eliminates the need for lemon. It's perfection in heaven on a plate. Their Creamy Baked Onion Soup is very good too. I dislike onion soup in general, but there's something different here. It's creamy and more savory, less onion-punch-you-in-the-face. The cheese adds another dimension to the texture and flavor. I also quite like the Quincannon Potato Skins - they remind me of Bennigan's a bit. Just thicker. Great post-class, happy hour dinner. The Bangers and Mashed is much better than what I thought it would be. As a Southern girl, I prefer cream gravy. I was oddly okay with the brown gravy in this dish. Salty, creamy, meaty, potato-y. I even ate the peas. I hate peas. My husband really likes their boxties. They are less for me and more for him. Don't get me wrong, they're good. But the Fish and Chips are more my speed. Somehow, Brazen Head is able to make food that I dislike into food that I will voluntarily eat - like peas, brown gravy, malt vinegar anything, and onion soup. Sorcery is going on back there, I tell you! Culinary sorcery. read more

Hm, I think I like this place because I got to see a fight there, and there were lots of hoochie girls here getting very wasted and stripper dancing and grinding on guys. This is a departure from my normal scene and proved to be more entertaining than an art opening, punk show, or even mud wrestling. Well, mud wrestling is actually more entertaining... But Thursday is dollar drinks for pretty much anything you want. $1 for a shot of Jameson is pretty nice... read more

Met some friends here for "Burgers and Brew". The place has that old world charm of what I would imagine an Irish pub to be, having never actually been to one. Carved wood, warm and welcoming. The service was just as warm and welcoming like meeting a friend. Has a drink to warm my insides on a cold Nebraska evening. Then has onion rings and their burger. The onion rings are made from scratch and worth the trip alone! Crispy, tasty and divine! The burger was juicy and full of flavor. We ended up staying to watch the Westminster Dog Show. We never felt like they wanted us to hurry up and leave. Just perfect on a winter evening! read more

OMGoodness! Sooo GOOD! My son and I was in the area and unfamiliar but this is a destination restaurant folks! Food and atmosphere is warm, hardy, and welcoming. Service was excellent, treated us like old friends! Food tasted homemade and was oh-so-tasty, nothing bland or weird. Just the type of food you would expect to get when visiting your Irish grandma who loves to spoil you! No complaints here at all ! Except now I need to find an excuse to be over in that area at lunch/dinner time! read more

Irish is right, it does seem a bit fake, but it is a theme bar, and this isn't Ireland - fake is to be expected. I normally go there for lunch so I can't address the crowd at night, during the day it is just business people and families. They have a really good menu and decent pricing. Try the boxty, not as much potato as I would normally expect, but pretty good nevertheless. The Reuben's are also good as are the fish and chips, as Irish mentions. In a refreshing twist they actually bring you out malt vinegar instead of tarter sauce, how's that for authentic! :-) read more

Annual stop after the Omaha Irish Parade. Great food, music and drinks! Nice outdoor patio to sit if the weather is nice.

Brazen Head: What you find at the other end of the rainbow This review gets an extra star due to the fact that everything on the menu (aside from scotch) is half off after 10pm Mon-Thurs. My cheapskate heart pitter-patters when I find deals like this. The other four stars come from the fantastic service that my small group of four experienced and the delicious food we enjoyed. Appetizers/ Sides: We ordered the artichoke dip served in a bread bowl. It was heavy on the cheese, light on the artichoke (my kind of ratio) and the bread was toasted perfection. The soup of the day was a tomato bisque rocked my friend's socks off and after a brief taste, I could see why. It was hot, smooth, and full of flavor. For those who disowned tomatoes after discovering they were a fruit- the baked onion soup is also fabulous. Entree: I ordered the turkey melt, with the basil-pesto mayo on the side . . . and an extra side of mayo. Don't judge me! To say that I love this mayo is an understatement. If my parents had served all of the vegetables I refuse to eat as a child with this mayo, I would have become a vegetarian at age 3. The sandwich had a nice balance of turkey, tomato, and Pepper Jack cheese. The waffle fries are great with the mayo. I manged to save most of the sandwich for lunch the next day to save room for dessert. Dessert: Bread pudding! Unlike some restaurants, Brazen Head does not serve you a gelatinous blob that looks suspiciously like flan. Instead, they serve you bread pudding. We order the sauces on the side because some of my friend prefer the caramel sauce and others love the rum sauce. My bill was $7.00: my beer, a delectable Honey Weiss was $2.00, the sandwich $4.00 + $1.00 for tax. Our server was attentive and very personable- so he received generous tips from all at my table. My advice to you: Don't come here expecting Ireland. It's in Omaha, NE! Instead, come here for the good food and drinks. If you want to try it for a steal, come after ten and order by 10:55 because the kitchen closes at 11pm. Stay and drink until 1am or 2 am. :) My Advice to the Brazen head: Expand your dessert menu. :) read more

Try the bangers and mashed. Love the decor and the waitstaff is very friendly. Live music on Wednesdays.

The Brazen Head is one of my favorite bars. The food is excellent! Drinks are fairly reasonable during regular hours. I usually go to reverse happy hour during the week with classmates. In the evenings during the week, everything is half price after 10pm, making it a great spot for a study break. Favorites for our group include the baked onion soup, Kilkenny chicken salad (this thing is huge), and the Diablo chicken sandwich. They also have more traditional Irish fare on the menu during the day. The boxtys are fantastic! read more

I LOVE this bar! The veggie boxtys are out of this world good. My husband and I went there after a five mile run and split their quesadilla appetizer, each got a beer, and then each got our own boxtys. Ask for them to add their Irish cheddar to it. It takes it to a whole other level. (And doesn't cost you extra!) I will definitely be coming here for St. Patrick's Day! read more

Excellent fish and chips. Fish was cooked perfectly and hot. Service was terrific. Would suggest different fries, more like Scotland but, other than that, was very good. read more

First time here and it did not disappoint! We had the fish and chips and it was delicious! Big pieces of fish and waffle fries. We will definitely be back! read more

"I can't believe this place is in a strip mall in Omaha!" When you step into the Brazen Head you feel like you are in Dublin. The staff are always friendly and accommodating. Every visit it seems like the whole pub is having a good time. We are always surprised that with so many people in the joint it's always quiet enough to have private conversations. Great selection of beers and whiskey and the bartenders really know their stuff without being pretentious. While a lot of the food is tasty (make sure you order the Irish dishes) the non-Irish food is forgettable. The food overall could use less dishes slathered in cream and more authentic Irish menu items. Looking forward to catching an Irish music night! read more

Just found this place and wasn't disappointed. All my friends enjoyed the food they ordered as well as the different appetizers we tried out. Boxtys are a must try especially the seafood one! Definitely in rotation and will be back! read more

The Brazen Head is about as authentic an Irish pub can get in the American Midwest. Excellent food, great beer, welcoming atmosphere. The bar staff are attentive and knowledgable. It's the kind of place I don't mind going by myself- plenty of good people watching to be enjoyed. A strange location for something of it's caliber but you forget that as soon as you walk in. read more

My first time here. We were in from Kansas City and stopped in. Great food and excellent service from Melissa. We'll be back again!

Delicious every time. Atmosphere feels homey. Perfectly dim light for privacy but if you wanted to do the daily crossword, you could without needing more light. Ordered takeout..toad in the hole. Ready in 10 minutes and so good!! When my brother is in town, he beckons to come here. Finally, happy hour is kewwww read more

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Waited for over an hour and got one drink and never received the soup we ordered. Server admittedly forgot once, I suspect it happened again. We were never given the chance to place an order for an entree. Wasn't even asked about a second drink until receiving the soup over an hour after sitting down. read more

Once you step into this place, it's like stepping into a different country. It is a phenomenal experience. Always seems to always be busy but never to over busy where you have to wait. The times I have been here, I have ordered the 'Toad in the Hole' and it's been great each and every time I have had it. It is really filling as well. The waiter was attentive, and said his opinion on what to get. Really seemed like he loved working there. He chatted, and joked around. I think that this is a must have when you visit Omaha. read more

While the food at Brazen Head looked good, we were ignored by staff, and no one came to our table as we waited for 15 minutes. One waiter even turned his back when I tried to flag him down. We left... the food at Old Chicago at the other end of the building is delicious. read more

I'm definitely a fan! I love the decor and the ambiance. I've been here twice and service was great both times. They also feature live bands on certain nights. I can't remember who they were the first time I went, but I liked it! They actually played Irish tunes. As far as the restaurant's setup, I wish the bar area was more open. It's weirdly sectioned off by walls which gives it a cramped feel. I just think bars should make it easy for people to socialize. Fish and chips are good, though not the best. I so wanted to love it, but the batter was seriously lacking in seasoning. The waffle fries were good, but I am partial to shoestring fries. The order was HUGE. I barely put a dent in it. The second time, I had the lamb burger and it was delicious! I just wish the patty was a bit thicker, more substantial, but the Greek-inspired flavors worked well. My boyfriend has had their bangers and mash and also the Pub Classic sandwich, and he really enjoyed both dishes. I had a bite of his pub classic and it was tasty. I can't wait to try their other dishes. Pubs like these make me feel at home. This is a fun place to enjoy a pint (or a few) of Guinness. They should carry Samuel Smith, who makes my favorite stouts, but I know-- that's not Irish. read more

Stopped by here with my date on a Sunday and was pleasantly surprised to find they had all-you-can-eat fish and chips. We each ordered that, along with a couple of the hot coffee drinks since it was cold outside. Coffee's arrived and were good. The extras in the coffee were noticeable, but not overpowering at all. The fish and chips arrived and I went to town. Chips were thick and tasty, and the fish had a good taste and wasn't over-battered. The only problem I had was that the initial plate was so big that there really wasn't a need for more, so the all-you-can-eat is not for the meek! My rating is actually more like a 3.5, but I didn't feel like rounding up to 4 since I wasn't quite that impressed. Still, I have no complaints. The service was good, the food and drink were good, and I'll return! read more

We couldn't even sit to eat and folks were saving seats at huge tables with no one at them. That shouldn't be allowed this early in the day.

The wife and I went here only expecting an average to below average experience. This is based on the fact we've been to some very enjoyable/quality Irish Pubs in the past. Entering we did notice that majority of the customers there were of a "family nature" and being my wife & I are empty nesters, that didn't sit well w/us (NOt a fan of screaming kids). However, we did manage to snag a seat at the bar in a traditional "snug" and LOVED every single square inch of that spot! We ordered 2 pints of Harp on Draught and were pleasanelty surprised with how ice cold it was. Turns out Brazen Head keeps many of thier pint glasses on ice! We also ordered some bean salsa and were very happy with that appetizer as well. Our bartender was courteous, prompt and had her stuff together. My only suggestion is that they make a few more snugs. However, with how awesome the 'snug' concept is, I understand why they keep it limited. When we actually eat there, I'll add another or amend this review to reflect the food experience. read more

This is my favorite place for pub food and has been for years. The Tex-which and Diablo chicken sandwich are my personal favorites but I have had almost everything on the menu (minus salads) and it is all terrific. read more

I don't know . place is pretty cool I guess but it's set up so weird. The bar kinda sucks even though it was shipped from Ireland. it's such a dumb lay out. some of the food is legit and good beers. you can keep those boxtys though. I don't get them at all, possibly my least favorite item I've ever ordered. read more

What's not to love about the Brazen Head? - There's a great atmosphere, and the woodwork is lovely. - Everything on the menu looks yummy. The hot wings are big and juicy, the onion soup is creamy and rich, and the potato skins are addicting. Entree portions are big, so you may have lunch the next day! Also: waffle fries. Yesssss. - Live Irish bands on Wednesday nights after 7. It can get a little loud, so be prepared. - It's the only place I know of that has Kilkenny, which I am quite nostalgic for. Be sure to try one of their many Irish coffees as well. - Half off apps after 10 PM on weekdays for the late-nighters, like me in college. I have fond memories of this place, and still enjoy the Brazen Head for some filling food and a pint (or three). read more

I love the Brazen Head. It is a very cool place, comfortable and very pub like :) I usually get their stew and it is always very yummy. They have a wide selection of beers both domestic and imported. The staff is very friendly and the establishment is clean. This is overall a very good pub. read more