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Charleston's

3.9 (259 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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2/5 Chicken Enchiladas
Poco P.

Hostess want too happy to be there. Service from Casey was great however. We say in a booth in bar area. Nice to grab a quick bite after Xmas shopping at Best Buy next door. I'd see alot of people who work in this area eating lunch here. Variety of food from ribs, burgers, salad, sandwiches to Mexican. I heard their chicken enchiladas were good so ordered them & they came out real quick!! The chicken was seasoned well & the avocado sauce went well as I ordered a side of it, however the tortillas were a bit chewy so I mainly ate the chicken. Not much chicken in it either so the tortillas would've been overwhelming. It was a lite meal for me. Nothing special just something to get me through the Xmas shopping long day. I'd come back to try something else if in the same type of situation, but not going out of my way to.

GRILLED CHICKEN & AVOCADO CLUB
Nicole C.

I Finally joined my coworkers for lunch at Charleston's on Dodge and I totally get why they always want to go here now. This was my first time, and it was a great experience. I went with the **Grilled Chicken & Avocado Club** (pretty sure that's the chicken club I ordered), and wow - the portions are massive! It came loaded with blackened chicken, avocado, bacon, tomato, sprouts, Swiss cheese, and honey-mustard on a toasted bun, plus a generous side of fries. The sandwich was so big and filling that I could only eat half - perfect for leftovers later. The food was solid and tasty, everything felt fresh, and the fries were crispy. Service stood out too: our server was super friendly, checked in regularly without hovering, and kept things moving smoothly during a busy lunch rush. Nice atmosphere for a work lunch - casual but polished. No wonder my coworkers come here all the time. Definitely coming back! Recommended for anyone looking for hearty American classics in Omaha.

Bryan A.

This restaurant has a very nice atmosphere. Our server, Curtis, was great -- he was timely with taking our order and refilling water glasses while also giving helpful information about the menu. Most importantly, the food was totally delicious. My wife had the Prime Rib Special which included a fully-loaded baked potato and Caesar salad. All were prepared perfectly! I had the Chicken Fried Chicken which came with smashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots. Each of the flavors as well as the presentation were top notch! Both of us would definitely order those same items again. I highly recommend Charleston's -- it was a special night out.

Salmon Caesar salad and the buttered croissant that comes with the entree.
Diana T.

We had lunch here today as we waited for our power to come back on! Charleston's has been on point our past few times here, today was no different. Our waitress, Megan/Meghan was extremely personable and patient. She answered all of our questions and provided excellent service. Our food was fresh and delicious! The restaurant was quiet; however, a group of 3 ladies were seated directly behind outr table and theu were loud. I asked if we could move and they accommodated our request without it being an issue. We will be back...soon!

Salmon Caesar salad
Lou M.

Another great meal here today. First time trying the dynamite shrimp salad. I'll get again. Service was great too. Big fan of this place.

Sara C.

Charleston's is a semi-fancy eatery, that is pretty upscale feeling, but can still be a place you can stop in for dinner (usually without a reservation). The interior is classy, with black and white art, and black booths with mahogany wood. It has a vaguely nautical theme, with a little penguin statue in the corner and a model of the RMS Titanic, etc. The service has always been excellent - our server last time we went was Alexis, and she was great with refills, recommendations, and checking on us just enough throughout the meal. We started with the Caesar Salad and it's gigantic (my husband and I shared it). It was perfectly dressed with the Caesar dressing and parmesan cheese to create amazing combinations with each bite. We also had their dinner rolls, which are semi-sweet. Not the level of sweetness as the Texas Roadhouse rolls, but a touch under that. They were served warm with really creamy butter. I almost always get the Fish and Chips, which are extra flaky, and they pair amazingly with the tartar sauce. Another thing I love to get once in a while is the Chicken Piccata - so tasty and tangy. My favorite side to get is the creamed corn. It's not super creamy like other creamed corns I've had but it has a nice little cream at the bottom, so you just need to mix up to get it all creamed together. Always check out their daly specials too. We had the steak tips special last time we went, that came in a wine reduction that was so rich and delicious. With the upscale ambiance, amazing service, and enjoyable food, Charleston's is great place for a date night, business lunch, or just a good dinner option any time.

Waltz Champagne Salad
Jana J.

I've been to Charleston's out west dozens of times, but this was my first time at their dodge location. Overall, my friend and I had a great experience, coming at 7:30 on a weeknight. It was pretty slow. Our server was good, mentioned a couple times that he was bored and that's why he was checking on us. Not in a bad way, he was just having fun, and provided great service! I got the salad that I get every single time, and it tasted amazing! I do feel it was a bit smaller than the ones I have had out west. Unfortunately, there were no dates on my salad, so this must have been forgotten in the kitchen. All in all, I would go to the West location over this one again. The staff was very friendly, and overall it was a good experience, but I have always gotten a very consistent result in the size and taste of the salad I get every time out West.

Ashley S.

The food is always great here. I've never had a bad meal. Their house vinaigrette is to die for. And those flaky honey croissants... I always order extra! I tried a margarita for the first time here and it was honestly one of the best I've ever had. The addition of a green olive to the margarita it was a game changer.

Blackened grilled pork chops and bbq baby back ribs.
Harold S.

Valentine's Day lunch was baby back ribs and blackened grilled pork chops. Excellent food, service and atmosphere.

Sirloin, creamed, corn, and mashed potatoes
Samantha B.

Love Charlestons so much. Good taste fresh and delicious. I got the steak, mashed potatoes and creamed corn. My husband says the corn could have more cream but I thought it was good. It's also freshly cut from the cob and bought from Nebraska so you know it's good corn. Our waitress was also really great! The atmosphere in this new location was perfect. Obviously people are loud at restaurants but the space feels more spacious then their location they had before. It feel similar but new and fresh.

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Great food! Good eating in or to go. Try the spaghetti squash. Is a fun treat! The west Omaha location is great too.

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Croissants!!! These fresh beauties make dining extraordinary. It's an easy entry for the elderly. Momma C loves coming. Good work

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Amazing,excellent food and service.very tasty and flavor.Nice menu and selections. Service was very good

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Always is wonderful!! Our favorite restaurant in Omaha. We love this location because of they take reservations. Never had a bad meal here!

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I love Charleston's! They are affordable yet top tier. The filet and pink diamond martini never disappoint!

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Food is always amazing! Great go to spot. Only downside is the new location seems to be a little loud and not as nice as the previous one.

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Plank Provisions

Plank Provisions

4.4
(1.4k reviews)
5.1 mi
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To be honest, I wasn't expecting amazing food coming from a seafood restaurant in Nebraska, but I…read morewas blown away. Fried Alligator (pictured) was delicious. Tried 3 different oysters- delicious. Finally got the scallops as an entree and they were some of the best I've ever had, plated over a thick cut of pork belly. Excellent food quality and happy to pay the fair prices for it. Waiter was also very friendly and attentive. Love!

Plank has, unfortunately, announced they will be closing at the end of 2025, and while I did enjoy…read moresome of their food offerings, I can't say I'm super surprised. They definitely have/had some pretty high prices compared to other eateries in the area. I'm not sure if that is caused by cost of goods or location or what, but I think that did come into play when a lot of economic hardship is happening all over. Like I mentioned above, I DID like their food, but it definitely had to be a special occasion type of thing, due to the high prices. When we did go, I LOVED the Maryland Crab Dip. It reminded me of my favorite crab dip in the world, at the SweetWater Brewing Company in Atlanta. We also had the Green Bean Almandine that was on special last time we went and that was pretty good, but you have to be a green bean fan, for sure. I decided to try the sushi as my main dish last time, and had the Everything Crunch Maki, which consisted of cooked salmon, jalapeño, and cream cheese. It was pretty good, and had a little hint of spice to it from the jalapeño, which cut the heavy cream aspect. My husband had the Grilled Atlantic Salmon for his entree, and gave me a few bites. It was cooked well and the mushroom risotto below it was very flavorful and filling. The cute nautical ambiance and excellent service were always appreciated, so no complaints there either. I think if they had been in a different area with less expensive rent and cost of goods, I may have visited more often.

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Wedge Salad. Spectacular.
Wedge Salad. Spectacular.
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Block 16

4.5
(1.4k reviews)
4.8 mi
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Creative menu that never disappoints, only amazes! Really cool vibes from this place, don't…read morehesitate, make it a priority!

Truly a gem, which explains why it's so popular amongst the locals. It's located in downtown Omaha,…read moreand attracted lots of visitors on the weekend that my partner and I were in town. Most of the highlight was the various types of burgers and fries they had, so my partner and I got two kinds, and we both enjoyed our respective meals. I had the block burger, which was as good as I imagined it to be, with juicy patty cooked to medium and every ingredient needed to make a good burger. The poutine had a lot of beef gravy and cheese curds, which made the dish a comprehensive experience to consume, rather than just fries. The duck duck goose fries were amazing! The duck confit, cheese curds, mayo, gravy, and gooseberry gastrique combination worked super well on top of the fries, because they altogether basically made it a gourmet dish that I had to eat with a fork. Finally, the sloppy nick was seasoned very well, even if we got the vegan version, which used impossible meat instead of ground beef. It was still really great! Hope everyone who visits Omaha gets to try this spot! Their wall has quite a few articles that recognized them as a locally renowned burger joint, and I could see why. Since they can be busy, I would recommend people getting there earlier to secure a good table spot, if dining in.

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The Drover Steakhouse

The Drover Steakhouse

4.1
(1.1k reviews)
1.5 mi
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This was my first time here, and overall I had a great experience. The place was packed for a…read moreTuesday, but with the College World Series in town, that made sense. For starters, we had the bacon-wrapped shrimp, which came with mushrooms on the side. It didn't look particularly appetizing when it arrived, but it was absolutely delicious. The mushrooms were especially good--salty without being overpowering, which I really enjoyed. To drink, I tried the sangria. It didn't particularly stand out, but it was still enjoyable. For my entrée, I chose the whiskey ribeye cooked medium-rare, and it came out exactly how I like it. The steak was cooked perfectly and was very flavorful. The salad bar wasn't huge, but it had a nice variety of toppings to choose from. The atmosphere is rustic with very dim lighting, and there were a few TVs throughout the restaurant as well. It does get quite loud when it's busy, though. Our waitstaff was attentive without being overbearing, which I appreciated. Overall, it was a good experience, and I will definitely be back.

The Drover has been an institution in Omaha since 1977. It's known locally for its…read morewhiskey-marinated steaks and old-time salad bar, and is a favorite for locals and tourists alike. But I'm not a huge fan. First, it's really, really dark and really, really noisy. Not a place for a conversation, especially if you are dining with kids. The salad bar is, well, meh. The tastiest part is the super sweet poppy seed dressing. As far as the stars of the show go, I've eaten several of their steaks. They've all been well marinaded and perfectly cooked, but the ribeye and strip had a lot of exterior gristle that should have been trimmed off before grilling. Meals come with a baked potato, and other sides are available. I wish creamed spinach and corn were options (it is the Cornhusker state, after all), but those are just my preferences. We made reservations weeks ago (we knew the College World Series would be in town) so we did not have the 2+ hour wait that less organized folks were complaining about. We were seated right away - yay, OpenTable! Service was very attentive, and our meal's timing was impeccable. Omaha has a lot of choices for carnivores, and The Drover is a long way from the worst I've tried. I'm just not not sure it's where I'll get my steak fix in the future.

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Spezia

Spezia

4.2
(533 reviews)
2.2 mi
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Don't ask me how to pronounce it. No one seems to know…read more There is something about Spezia that is so welcoming. No wonder it's always packed. Friendly service, comfy setting, and oh yeah - the food! Unfortunately for me, there is too much seafood on the menu but there's always something. People rave about the seafood dishes so I'll trust them and say it must be good. I'm just not into it. On this visit, we each ordered a cocktail. I decided to try the lemon martini which I never order and OH MY GOODNESS. It was awesome! They nailed it. The limoncello brought it home. My dining partner had a dirty martini and was satisfied as well. We enjoyed a Spezia salad which featured mixed greens, prosciutto, tomato, Kalamata olives, and a house vinaigrette. It all combined so well. The lettuce was wonderfully fresh, no need to pick out rotting leaves like some places. The dressing was simply light and delish. We shared a plate of spaghetti. You get several options to add to it. The grilled spicy Italian sausage sounded good. I'm not sure which was better. The sausage or the marinara sauce. Both were soooooo good!! The sausage was truly grilled and spicy and just amazing, and it was not greasy either. The marinara sauce challenged my own that I make at home. We devoured that plate of spaghetti which was big enough to share. I forgot to take a picture as it was served so I am sharing a tight shot of half the order after we divided it.

This is one of our favorite Italian spots and definitely my favorite place for pasta. There is…read moreplenty of parking right on site, and reservations are super easy to make online. It can get pretty busy, so I definitely recommend making one ahead of time. The ambiance is quiet and really nice, and the restaurant is much larger inside than I expected, which makes it feel comfortable without feeling crowded. The happy hour menu is such a great deal. $6 Old Fashioneds is almost unheard of, and they are perfectly made for my taste every time. My favorite pasta is similar to a Cajun cream sauce, with the perfect balance of flavors and they definitely do not skimp on the chicken. My kids love the complimentary bread and always order the salmon pasta. I am usually too full for dessert, but this time we shared the chocolate raspberry cheesecake and it was so good it disappeared before I could even get a picture. Definitely a place we keep coming back to.

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801 Chophouse

801 Chophouse

4.1
(484 reviews)
5.0 mi
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While staying in the area I heard we needed to have steak, because that's the food of the area…read more So, after being really disappointed at another local joint we came here for dinner. This was a business dinner with colleagues. We started at the bar and the bartender was great. Seating is comfy and the décor is very nice. They offer all the top shelf spirits you might want that area mainstream. The bartender was able to do anything you want with them. The food offered there is the full menu, so we started with some onion rings to nosh on while drinking. Those onion rings were very interesting, with a thicker dough-style breading, they were very good. Next was to sit down for dinner and I apologize for forgetting our server's name, but he's been there about 15 years and he was great! Perfect amount of attention to our party, great pace, great suggestions too. The menu was tough, as there were several options, so I asked him to choose for me - he did a nice job. Wine service was great... Food was excellent! It's been a minute since having a nice prime rib, so that's what I went with and this was one of the best ever... it melted in my mouth! Their bacon appetizer was unbelievably good! Smokey, tender, and so much flavor... WOW! We definitely enjoyed our dinner here. This isn't a huge chain, I think there are 6 or so locations and one just happens to be in Tysons Corner, so I'll be going there soon!

Mixed feelings about our recent visit…read more Front of house and table service was outstanding. Venue was conducive to conversation, ambiance was enjoyable, vibe was energetic. Wine list offers great selection of options VIP treatment for a special occasion. Where it fell apart were several food items. What was delicious: hash browns (outstanding), green beans, creamed corn, sourdough bread, What was subpar: Beef tartare--probably one of the worst I've ever eaten. Took one bite, it was stringy. Hoped I didn't get sick. Unpleasant texture. Not mixed tableside, we mixed the raw egg into the dish ourselves. Three steaks were severely undercooked. My steak (bone in filet special) was MR, I asked for MW. It tasted as if it was marinated low quality beef, chewy, difficult to cut, (yes, this filet was not easy to cut with a quality steak knife), odd texture. colleagues steak was basically raw (appeared bloody red)--he'd requested MR, sent it back to kitchen twice! Another colleagues steak was very Rare. Steaks were really disappointing as was the preparation. Our party of five was surprised when the steak was returned still undercooked. Considering the quality of my bone in filet steak and the undercooked steaks, I won't return to this location. There's a kitchen issue that needs to be resolved and the manager when that steak was recooked for second time should have observed it was still very rare when he delivered it because our table of five all did. Less than stellar experience due to the subpar beef tartare and steaks.

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801 Chophouse
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Charleston's - tradamerican - Updated July 2026

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