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    Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

    3.5 (376 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    CHEDDAR'S SCRATCH KITCHEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Homestyle Meatloaf
    Brett G.

    Really happy we decided to give Cheddars another try. Had an amazing rockstar server Shelley. Really took care of us even during the busy dinner time. Tried some new entrees in the meatloaf and smokehouse burger. The meatloaf was very good but definitely recommend the gravy on the side (very salty). Burger hit some great notes, especially the caramelized onions and smokey bacon. The kids meals are really great value. Huge portions for the kids and includes a drink. The place itself is always very clean. Did get a little louder as the meal progressed, but that was to be expected. Overall, really happy with our experience and highly recommend you ask for Shelley! Great Job!

    Roll and Side Caesar Salad
    Jay B.

    Was seated fast during dinner rush and was able to get a quiet cozy corner booth. The food came out fast and met expectations!

    Top Sirloin Steak & Chicken Tenders Grilled White Fish
    Samantha L.

    Drinks and food are always good service was attentive and friendly! I think this place is always a go to when we want to eat somewhere not too expensive but not fast food and can still find healthy options!

    Meg B.

    My mom and I came here for lunch as she was craving the monte cristo sandwich. I haven't been since my last year, about 5 years ago. I opted for the salmon dish and very very impressed. It was very tender, filling and flavorful. We also had the spinch dip app. They gave a hearty amount of dip and salsa. My moms monte cristo really hit the spot. Our server was attentive and quick. It was a nice lunch with great food in a clean and fun environment.

    Beer-Battered Shrimp Platter
    Charrise L.

    First time to this place. Very popular as many people were out on Saturday night. Extensive drink and food selection. A little bit of everything. The complimentary Honey Butter Croissants were to die for!!! Hot, fresh and delicious. 2 people ordered the Sirloin Steak. One was perfect. The other was ordered medium rare, which it was on the inside but it was charred so badly that all you could taste was the char. Not so good. I had the Battered Shrimp with Loaded Baked Potato and Broccoli & Cheese Casserole. Yum!! Margaritas were big and plentiful. Ok, bye.

    Cajun chicken bowl. Decent
    Chad W.

    Well came to cheddars for lunch yesterday. Now I'm not a Chain restaurant person very often. Plus not a big American comfort food person either. Service was decent considering they were very busy. I got a Cajun chicken bowl. The red beans and rice were fine but nothing about it was outstanding or blew me away. Probably won't be back lol. But nothing against Cheddars at all as people seemed to love it. Just not my cup of tea I guess.

    Blackened Creamy Garlic Tilapia & Shrimp, Alfredo on the side
    Rose P.

    We love coming here! The atmosphere is nice, it's calming mood lighting with the cutest fish tank. The staff is nice! The menu is the perfect size, with still plenty to choose from. And you can't beat these prices!! The chicken strips are always huge and crispy. The sides are all amazing, it's hard to choose only two! Also they have the best ranch.

    Hillary P.

    This was my first visit to a Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen. Prior to visiting I had called to see if it was possible to get reservations and advised just to call ahead of time for a group of seven that would be coming in for lunch. Complementary parking is available right outside the restaurant Upon arrival we were instructed to stand until at least half of our party arrived, which would be another 10 minutes as we were so early. I have to admit this was a little frustrating as a restaurant was empty on Monday morning and did not make for a good first impression. We were fortunate enough to get a large table in the back corner of the restaurant, as the acoustics quickly deteriorated as the lunch crowd arrived. Could not imagine, sitting in the middle of the restaurant, and try to carry on a conversation. Our server was awesome, patiently explaining the menu and attentively catering to our special requests. The menu is varied to cater to all tastes. Food was prepared very well and I found the salad with salmon delicious. All the entrées served were fresh and quality. Recommend this location for a nice lunch or dinner destination. A full bar is available.

    Bacon cheeseburger and fries
    Tozh L.

    Nice and clean. It was pretty packed on a Wednesday but my friend and I were seated within 5/10 minutes. Last time I came here it was just "ok" I actually only came because a friend of mine invited me and I wasn't paying (lol) BUT to my surprise they have definitely improved the quality of their meals. I wasn't expecting anything amazing so I just ordered a bacon Cheeseburger and fries AND OMG!! It was sooooo darn GOOD!! Lol. my only con was that our waitress kept walking past us taking everyone else's order before she got to my friend and I. We had to actually say something to her but other than that the food was REALLY GOOD!!

    The bustling interior
    Sara C.

    Cheddar's is our normal spot we stop into for a bite when we're doing a Sam's Club run. It's been consistently good for us, feels a bit upscale even though it's on the more affordable side, and the staff is superb and always cheery and helpful! On our last visit, we had Victor as our server, and he was so pleasant and attentive, even on the busy Sunday we were there. We let the manager know how great Victor was and we heard them clapping for him in the back, which made me glad to know those little compliments don't go unheard :-) Each meal always starts with some fluffy warm croissants that are covered in drizzles of honey butter glaze. These are like a dessert almost, the honey butter is so good! You get two complimentary croissants, but you can also purchase two more for $2 in the appetizers menu, if you want more. Speaking of apps, our favorite is the Wisconsin Cheese Curds, which come with a house made ranch sauce for dipping. They are so incredibly tasty with their slight crunch and the creamy ranch adding a nice tang to each bite. I've had many cheese curds around town, and the thing I like about Cheddars' is they are not gigantic and impossible to eat in bite-size morsels. For entrees I usually get either the Monte Cristo sandwich (which comes in a fried little shell) or the salmon with bourbon glaze (and I ask for extra sides of the bourbon sauce - it's that good!) The salmon comes atop a bed of rice and you're able to choose two sides. My favorite of the side items are the broccoli cheese casserole and the buttered off-the-cob corn. I add my corn onto my plate, and it mixes with the rice a little and creates a new little divine concoction! My husband's favorite entree is the Caesar Pasta Salad, which is a normal Caesar salad, expertly dressed, and has lemony grilled chicken, but the difference between Cheddar's and other Caesar salads, is that this one also has pasta weaved throughout it! I don't know what genius thought this up, but it just works and you can't even convince yourself you really know why. Even though Cheddar's is a "chain" restaurant, the quality does not suffer for it, and you feel right at home with how welcoming and cheerful the staff are. If you're looking for a restaurant that's laid back but a little more upscale feeling, and super delicious but very affordable, definitely give Cheddar's a try!

    Grilled Salmon
    Jana J.

    I've been to Cheddars a few times and although the quality is not top-of-the-line, they always serve a great meal for the price. This is one of the most affordable dining experiences for what you get--a versatile menu, great meal, classy aesthetic, and good service. The complimentary honey butter rolls are the best part I've heard--I sadly was not hungry enough for mine. The salmon was slightly over cooked in my opinion, but blackened well. The sweet cooked carrots were my favorite part! Broccoli was well cooked as well. Overall a very balanced meal, and just what I was looking for and expecting. I would definitely come back for a lunch, and will be sure to try to rolls!

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    3.5 Stars. Not too bad but not too great. Servers and hosts are always nice. Food is decent.

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    4 years ago

    Awesome food every time! Made from scratch at reasonable prices! A lot of menu options and delicious dishes!

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    4 years ago

    So good! I had the monte cristo sandwich and it was well made and and a good size portion. The service was great and the prices were good.

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    I order take out from here and it was quick and well packaged. My food was warm and delicious. Definitely coming back here again

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    Me and my friend got severe food poisoning after eating here yesterday. Yuck stay away . Never again will I eat here

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    Cheddar's is the best scratch kitchen I've been too. The wonderful complimentary honey butter croissants make me cry of happiness.

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    Ask the Community - Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

    Do they have call ahead seating?

    Unsure. They will have a nice table for you when you go in..

    How are the gluten free options here?

    They have limited options there but the chefs are always willing to make some adjustments to dishes if you ask the server.

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    Tupelo Honey

    Tupelo Honey

    3.9(256 reviews)
    9.6 miDowntown
    $$
    Full bar
    Takes reservations

    The restaurant is well lit and the decor is truly incredible and inviting. The music wasn't too…read moreloud either which allowed for conversation which was nice. The service was excellent and our server was attentive. Went there for their fried chicken which was highly recommended but was not a fan. The chicken is under seasoned and dry. Even with the dipping sauce it needed more flavor. Didn't even take a picture because it wasn't that good looking either. It was underwhelming to say the least. However, the biscuits were DELICIOUS. Crisp and amazing with butter and jam. We ordered the fried green tomatoes as well which were tasty and crunchy, they came with tasty goat cheese and some sauce, while I do wish there was a bit more sauce it was still a great choice. The Mimosa flight was good but it wasn't anything special, I do wish for the cost that there was a bit more going on or even bigger portions. Overall good place to go with a good variety of options.

    We stopped here for brunch with family on Sunday, and I don't know how it wasn't packed! Every…read moresingle thing on the menu sounds fantastic. We started with the biscuits, which came out hot and fresh. These were so delicious and buttery, and the peach and blueberry jam took them to the next level. My husband and I both had the mountain morning bowl. To me, this is a perfect breakfast! Goat cheese grits, crispy potatoes, egg, a little spice...YUM. The other members of our party also loved their meals. I can't wait to come back and try more!

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    Mouth of The South - Pick three

    Mouth of The South

    4.1(298 reviews)
    4.2 miWest Omaha
    $$

    My wife and I went to Mouth of the South, as she knew I love New Orleans style food and culture,…read moreespecially gumbo. They had some jazz playing on the overhead speakers but not too loud so you could hear the person you are with. They had a chandelier made of trumpets and trombones draped in carnival beads. We went just before 5 on a Saturday and it was not too full. It got quite busy by the time we left and I can see why! We usually do not get appetizers but I had to try the gumbo. I got the small so I could leave room for the meal. It was hot, and tasted very fresh and authentic. Our server, Alex, was very enthusiastic and quite knowledgeable about the many dishes they had. The hardest part for me was to choose what to get as everything sounded so good. I got the Andouille breaded red snapper, which was pan fried, served with a crawfish cream sauce, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables (green beans and yellow squash). It looked as good as it tasted, which was incredible! My wife got a burger and fries which she said were also very good. We had to try the Beignets, which I haven't had in a very long time. They were hot and crispy, covered with a blanket of powered sugar, and served with a chocolate sauce and a whisky sauce. They were delicious and definitely reminded me of being back at Cafe du Monde in the French Quarter. We left full of some of the best food I had ever eaten, and felt like we were treated like family while we were there. This has quickly become my favorite restaurant in town and look forward to returning to try some of their other amazing looking food. If their other dishes are as good as what I just had, I will likely never want to go anywhere else.

    We were excited to try this place for the first time, but after waiting about 20 minutes without…read moreseeing a server, we had to ask around for help. It was disappointing to see another couple who arrived after us get served right away. The server we asked did end up helping us, but I did expect a manager to come over and at least apologize--unfortunately, that didn't happen. The food was not bad and definitely tasted made to order, though the jambalaya was a little dry. The restaurant was pretty loud, which is expected. On a positive note, the server we ended up with was very nice. Overall, I will not be returning. Another frustrating issue was with the entrées: you cannot substitute mashed potatoes and grits as sides, with fries or something else that you actually enjoy eating, which was disappointing. This is something the owner may want to consider changing.

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    Acadian Grille Scratch Kitchen - Cajun Meatloaf

    Acadian Grille Scratch Kitchen

    4.6(306 reviews)
    3.7 miWest Omaha
    $$

    Hidden treasure in the heart of Old Mill. As my friend said, "more people need to know about this…read moreplace." All of the food is made to order, and it's authentic Louisiana fare. Friendly staff, decent bar, and great meals. Budget-friendly food that's better than the standard whatever you're used to. Cool vibe - can't wait to go back. Also - check out their reverse happy hours - weirdly early and extra-late. Great deals. Cheers!

    We live right by Acadian Grille, so we pop in there pretty often. It's a nice little Cajun…read morerestaurant, which there are not many of in Omaha. The interior is a little boxy, but with lots of decor like chandeliers with Mardi Gras beads hanging down, some uplighting, and cute New Orleans pictures on the walls. Our favorite little side/app, are the Boudin Balls, which are kind of like hush puppies, but with a nice helping of remoulade on top. Yum! My fave go-to entree is the Five Pepper Cream pasta, which is fettuccini tossed in a creamy creole sauce, with a huge breaded filet of blackened chicken on top. Another favorite is the Creole Mac, which is a Mac and Cheese, but with a spicy sauce/spices on top, and filled with andouille sausage as well as sliced, grilled chicken. It definitely has a kick, so if you're averse to any heat, then maybe choose something else. And lastly, I sometimes get the Cajun Meatloaf, if I'm feeling like a heavier dish. It is meatloaf, like you've obviously had a million times, but it is sitting in a dish full of grits and sweet potatoes, and topped with a creamy white béchamel sauce. They also have a lunch size portion of this, which I appreciate. And each entree comes with a little slice of cheesy bread, that's great to dip in the extra sauce of your dish! We sometimes also get the desserts, and they have a great crème brûlée and bananas foster. It's hard to find a good bananas foster in Omaha, and theirs is really good, and very large! The service we have had has always been pretty good, but we did have a weird encounter with one server recently. She made a joke about something (I can't even remember what it was), but it was a little bit poking fun at my husband. It was fine and we all laughed a little at it, but what was weird was that she kept coming over and repeating it over and over in different ways. It was a little annoying and awkward. The owner (I think?) was walking around making sure everything was ok and chatting with each table, so he was great - no complaints there. I will say the only other drawback is that it definitely is not an inexpensive place to eat, so you can't return TOO often. But when you do, you better come hungry and it needs to be a special treat. Acadian Grille is one of only a few creole/cajun restaurants in Omaha, so definitely give them a try if you are looking for that style of food - or know it and want to find it in Omaha!

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    Cake By the Pound At Ruby's Place - Brownie

    Cake By the Pound At Ruby's Place

    4.7(11 reviews)
    7.2 miBenson
    $

    I drove by this shop for years thinking it was only a cake shop. After I stopped at the Tip Top…read moreThrift Shop and smelled something good, I crossed the street and was blown away by what I walked into. This shop has burgers, fries, and seasonal items. I was surprised to see they had a cod fish and chip basket for only $9.95! I also got a pumpkin bar and brownie to try some of their "cake by the pound" It was DELICIOUS, AMAZING, MADE TO ORDER FISH! And perfectly crispy fries. I was so impressed by this basket, I've been craving it since I had it!! The brownie and pumpkin bar were both great, moist and tasty. I liked the pumpkin bar more but both were amazing. The workers were kind, nice to talk to and got to work on my order FAST. I had the freshly made basket in under 10 minutes. I am excited to go back!

    Ruby's is an absolute gem in Benson, if you're in the neighborhood and wanting a slice of cake or a…read morebrownie. The interior is small and homey, but that just makes it better in my book. Lots of cute decor all over the walls and a soap opera playing on the TV - I knew this place was legit. The owner (she was the only person there, so I'm assuming she was the owner, anyway), was so sweet and kind. I was headed to my Mom's for her birthday, so popped into Ruby's for a slice of cake for her, and Ruby made sure to ask if I needed a fork or anything (which I did, so am so glad she asked, as I forgot I needed that!) Also, when I went to pay, my wallet popped open, exploding my cards everywhere, and she helped me pick them up and make sure I had everything before I left. Excellent customer service for this clumsy girl - LOL! The delicious cake/treats, top notch vibes, and sweet owner make this an absolute 5 stars in my book!

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