We were told by our Uber driver that we had to visit the Crescent Moon Ale House for their version of the Reuben. We were being driven to the Orleans Room for their Reuben, which was excellent by the way. I can't say the same for the Crescent Moon sandwich. Crescent Moon is actually just kitty corner of the Orleans Room, so the walk was short. It is basically a dive which is fine, we expected that by the Uber driver's comments. The Deep Fried Pickles were excellent. The three ciders that our daughter sampled were not pleasing to her, so she had a cocktail. I had a Sierra Nevada Pilsner, which was fine. But the Reubens, and why we came, were awful. Our daughter, said it best when the sandwich had a mayonnaise texture. I realized the 1000 dressing that was served on the Reuben was too heavy of mayo. The presentation was also terrible. Open them up so we can see the inside of the sandwich, and both slices of the bread were broken...as you can see on the pics. We packaged the sandwiches to go as were were planning to be on a plane the next day back to Oregon. We intentionally left them at the table. They were that bad. Zoe was a pleasant BT/Server who was available whenever we needed her. But food is why we went there, and it was not good. read more

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Classic Omaha dive/German bier hall. It's really a gem in the midtown area, especially around Oktoberfest and Christmas! They have a great selection of German and euro beers, in addition to domestic and mixed drinks, seltzers, etc. The food is definitely a reason to check it out! They have one of--maybe THE--best Reuben in Omaha, so if you're looking for good food and good beer, check it out! The Oktoberfest party is epic, definitely come check that out, and it's pretty fun at Christmas, all the decor is very euro-Christmas vibes. The service is great, quick, friendly, and no nonsense, just what you'd expect from a dive. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Stopped by for a drink and to check out the holiday bar after having steak at the holiday bar. Everything is decked out for Christmas and they have a holiday drink menu too. I tried the gingerbread old fashioned. It was delicious and topped off with a gingerbread cookie. I dont like sweet drinks and this was not sweet at all. They also had roasted nuts which made for a nice snack/dessert. We sat at the bar and the bartender was quick and friendly. Definitely come check out their holiday pop up bar! read more

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Had a great time celebrating a friend's birthday here. It was great that we were able to reserve a table in the basement. We were able to get a few boots for the table and hang out. It was also nice that you can order food and they'll bring it down for you. It did suck because the room as small but they have the music on like it should be an outdoor venue so everyone did have to talk loudly or yell at times to be heard. Only one bartender was down there for the longest time too, so would be nice to have a second so it doesn't take so long. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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With a selection of 60 beers on tap (flights available) and fantastic pub grub, this is one of our go to spots in Omaha. The blackstone Rueben is excellent (we get it on sourdough because my spouse doesn't like rye bread). And the fried bell peppers are amazing. Tuesday night is Pint Night. $5 for a beer from the sponsoring brewery with $4 refills. And you get to keep your first glass to take home. This has been our #1 pub to hit when we are in Omaha for over 10 years. Great ambiance and you can play keno, too! read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Sample beer menu - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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WOW! I am impressed with this space! Our waiter (I am so sorry I forgot your name - he was tall with a great tan and blonde hair) was amazing. Very tentative and friendly! The cider was phenomenal and the garlic fries were yummy! While I didn't participate in Pint Nite, I recommend coming here for it or trying their ciders on tap!! read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Moon berry 8oz - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

It's not a classy bar, but it's authentic, cozy and the Reuben is indeed delicious! We sat at the bar around 1 pm on a weekday. Not too busy, and the waitstaff was attentive but not pushy. The Reuben was delicious! The meat was savory but not overly salty, and didn't overwhelm the sauerkraut or rye. Plus the pickle is always a welcome addition. Definitely worth the price! The Reuben egg rolls were a nice twist, and not as sharp as the sandwich. The beer list is extensive and fairly priced, and they offer 5 oz pours if you want to sample. Good local and regional craft beers to choose from. The seating in the back looked cozy but also looks like it could get cramped when full. Plenty of TVs and keno machines to keep you occupied too. Would definitely come back! read more

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If I had written my Crescent Moon review about five years ago, it would have been five stars. But I didn't have Yelp then and unfortunately, my most recent experience bumped it down to a 4 star. They used to do karaoke and it was the best in the city, so I'm not sure why they did away with it. We were there almost every weekend, so I was extremely sad about that. There are still some fun events though. The second to most recent time I was there was for a drag bunch that was a great time, so check their events on Facebook to see what's upcoming. Our most recent visit was during the holidays and Max and Joe's was doing a holiday pop up. It was a little too busy in there, so we stayed on the Crescent Moon side. Our server was one of the most unpleasant people I've ever met. Very short and snippy with us. I know they were busy and everything, but there's no need to be rude. My husband saw that someone had a fish bowl drink at the table next to us and he was going to ask her what the drink was in it and before he could even get the question fully out of his mouth she shouted YOU CAN'T GET BEER IN IT! When he hadn't even asked about beer, so I was super confused. He got just a normal drink to avoid asking anything further about the fish bowls. He had asked our server for a water also and it never came. He decided to just go to the bar and ask for a water. Our server happened to be the one at the bar, though. He asked "hey, can I get just a water?" And she again SHOUTS at him "You can ASK for one!" Like he hasn't just asked with a fully fledged question mark at the end. It was just all around a super bizarre experience. The food was still on point, as it had been all the other times I'd ever ate there. The Black Forest ham melt is the bomb, and they have the best Reuben in town. The beer was also crisp and cold. I still recommend you go there and try the food/drinks, just maybe go at a time when they're not as busy, as it seemed to trigger our sever to have a pretty bad attitude. read more

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We stopped in for a drink at their holiday, pop-up and had a delightful time. Even though there was only one bartender on the holiday pop up side, he was courteous and quick with making drinks. The holiday special drinks were all delicious, and as always, they have quite an extensive beer menu. Overall, Crescent Moon remains a staple and Blackstone and is always a delight to visit! read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Fantastic beer selection! Stopped here on a Tuesday night and they usually do $5 pints but were running a mystery holiday beer selection for $3 instead. I've lived in Omaha 18 years and had not yet tried their famous Rueben sandwich. I'm not much of a sandwich person but it was pretty good with lots of chopped corned beef and good amount of sauerkraut. Tater tots were a solid choice, not oily. read more

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Great corner pub to go grab drinks, a little pricey but service is always good and the place is clean. A great spot for happy hour or after work wind down. read more

Great spot with a lot of history. The Reuben egg roll is a special treat, you won't regret it. The blackstone Reuben is perfect, wash it down with a pickle flavored beer. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Reuben Egg Rolls - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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What a buffet!! Moon Brunch worth fighting the construction traffic for. Then add Yacht Rock DJ's Dark & Stormy to the mix and you have a hit!! Great buffet variety, Made to order omelets, breakfast pizza, danish, fruit, biscuits and gravy and more. read more

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We saw a video where it said that the Reuben was created here and knew we had to try it. It's your traditional bar grill atmosphere. They have a large menu so something for everybody. The had a kids menu as well which always gets bonus points from me . The server we had was very friendly and our food came out very fast. The Blackstone Reuben was exceptional. The location is great a nearby other pubs and dessert places as well! We will be back when in town read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Loaded Potato Soup - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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I can't believe its taken me this long to get to the Crescent Moon! I visited on a recent Saturday afternoon and we enjoyed a couple of beers on tap and the Rueben egg roll. We liked the casual environment and service was attentive. The egg roll was a unique spin as well. read more

What a gem of a place. Was greeted by Chris with a huge smile and a friendly greeting. He suggested several so I tried 2 of them. Over 60 on tap you can't go wrong. The Beer was awesome however the Ruben Egg Rolls were "out of this world amazing". Traveling from out of town, however if I lived here this would be one of my weekly stops. Chris was awesome, friendly and very attentive. 5 stars all the way!! read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Schell's and Ruben Reuben Egg Rolls - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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We love this place! It's a lil retro interior and they have fancy unique drinks (I didn't manage to take photo of it), and their food is good. I had the totchos for the brunch samples it's was good. They have some cheese and beef with some tomatoes on top of the tots, and the tots are still crunchy. There is only one waitress/bartender working that day and she was super helpful with the drinks and food. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Totchos - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I agree wholeheartedly with my husband's review. This was not how I anticipated reviewing based on all of the feedback I've heard about this place. Yes it was busy, and yes, they might've been shortstaffed, but it still stinks to sit and wait over 30 minutes for food and not have a very attentive server. I kept hearing the hype of how awesome their Reuben was, but it was not worth it for me. I personally didn't think the meat had much flavor, and what flavor I could taste was the toasted bread and sauce. I will definitely try again because some of their brunch items looked delicious, and the atmosphere of the bar looked pretty cool if you wanted to watch a local college sport on their TVs. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Blackstone Reuben - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Decided to come and try the famous Rueben sandwich here. Sat ourselves at a booth in the back of the bar. It's a bar. Thinking the bar seats might have been a better choice? No one has said a word to us for 7 minutes, yet. Then a waitress came to grab us some drinks. Ordered their famous Reuben with their seasoned fries and a turkey Reuben with upgraded onion rings. $32.85. Have to get used to being charged state and city taxes They no longer offer sweet potato fries. :( The original corned beef Rueben is quite flavorful and good. The fries aren't bad. The turkey Rueben has real oven roasted turkey meat in it, the sandwich isn't as good as the original Rueben by miles. They charged us for the small ramekin of not so tasty BBQ sauce. The onion ring dough is quite heavy and panko like, not for me. read more

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Stopped in for a couple beers and to watch the game (Go Huskers!). We sat at the bar and had prompt service even those the place was pretty busy. Great variety of craft beers on tap and domestics in bottles. They have specialty drinks too if that's your thing. And food, which looked good when it was coming out but we didn't eat tonight. But I would come back to try the reuben. read more

I had attended an event here and I was really surprised that they had enough room for everyone, from the outsider his building seems so small! We were all able to enjoy the open bar and tasty snacks like the Ruben rolls! They have to be my favorite! The bartender was more than happy helping out, making sure each individual was happy with their drink choice. I highly recommend this location if you're hosting a medium size gathering! read more

Ordered the Reuben and Thai Peanut wings to go. The Reuben is always great and the wings were nice and crispy and plenty of ranch. If you are in a rush and don't want fast food, I'd recommend calling in an order. read more

I'd give it 7 stars if I could! I flew in from Ohio and picked a tremendous spot for my only night out!!! They are famous for their reubens. I'm one of few humans that doesn't like rye bread so I got the reuben egg rolls. Stellar service. Fun bar ambiance with a lot of tv's and keno. A crazy selection of beers,...plus you can order lil 5oz options for $2-$3 each. Would highly recommend this spot! Great part of town. Casual. Safe. And, two other bars are inside. A German bar in the basement and another one on the first floor. I don't know about parking as I took a Lyft but can't say enough good things about this for a chill spot! read more

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Came here since Rueben's were recommended from this place. Luckily when we came, there were unlimited mimosas and we love a good unlimited deal. The server was super attentive and chill, And i dug how cool the place was decorated. We ordered two Ruben's, which were actually really good. Would def come back. read more

Great pub grub, with the exceptional Rueben being the star of the show! You won't be disappointed if you choose to indulge in their specialty! The perfect balance of meat, sauce, and kraut; the best Rueben we have ever had. None of the flavors overpowered the others, as is typical with a Rueben. Multiple TVs made it easy to watch the game; the environment is more bar-like than we expected. The tables were in long rows, German beer hall-style. We were grateful we didn't bring our stroller in as it would have been a tight fit! Service was average. Drink prices are moderate and as expected, and the Long Island was great. Worth the visit while you're in town! read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - The famous Rueben! - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Beer? Theres beer here? Why I guess there is! I was distracted by the amazing Ruben sandwich. You can't go wrong with having this in the town this sandwich was invented! The ambiance here is awesome. The kind of place I want to be in when I'm in the mood for a beer. Friendly staff, comfortable seating at the bar, and easy parking. read more

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Oh baby. This Reuben sandwich was the bee's knees. It was delicious and I can see why they claimed to have invented this sandwich! We asked the bartender to make our beer red! And it was... interesting. Omaha is known for their red beer! read more

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This is a place I frequent when I'm in town for work. It is a bar and grill that offers food and drink that is a regular hangout for the locals. When I normally go, I just get drinks. This was my first time getting food. I have to say the food was pretty good for "bar food". I am on a pescatarian diet so I couldn't eat everything they offered but I shared some cheese curds with my coworkers and for my entree I got a burger. They offer a lot of burger options. I chose the Swiss and mushroom and added guacamole. The burger was cooked well and not dry. For the side they offer chips and salsa. The salsa was good but some of the chips were a little stale. The drink was good and they offer happy hour specials. I got tequila so that is always good. I will be back and I look forward to trying other food options. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Mushroom Swiss veggie burger w/ chips and salsa - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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We heard from multiple people how this was the best for a Reuben, but sadly I was unimpressed. Yes, the place was very busy for brunch that Saturday when we stopped by, but our party of four had to wait over 45 minutes for food to start off. Our server was not very attentive, and we had to be on the lookout for him to rapid fire our drink and food orders. The Reuben was dry, and the bread was burnt. Overall, it was not what I was hoping for. I wouldn't mind stopping by and trying other food options because I did like all the beers that they offered on tap. read more

Date of visit: November 25, 2023 We were staying across the street and wanted something simple and easy so we could settle back into our hotel room for the evening. The menu here at Crescent Moon Ale House was varied and featured sweet potato fries, so why not give it a try? Service was a bit spotty, it took quite a while for us to be waited on and then visits from the server were few and far between--good thing we're low maintenance! While the food was decent, the aforementioned sweet potato fries somehow managed to taste like...nothing. Weird, right? My burger on the other hand was pretty good and the cheese curds were top notch. With a large number of options in this area, you could likely do better than Crescent Moon, but likely worse as well. Perhaps the ale is where it's at and the food is an afterthought? read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Sweet potato fries that have no taste, no taste at all. - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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We came here Sunday night after a long day and my girlfriend really wanted soup. We're staying at a hotel close by and our choices were limited based on how late it was. My girlfriend grew up around Omaha and suggested we come here since she came here a lot during her college days. I saw the Blackstone Ruben on the menu being highlighted and since I'm visiting from out of town, I had to get it. As you can see from my photos there was very little meat. This was something pointed out by other reviews. I was wondering why my sandwich was tasting so tangy and it was all that kraut and no meat. Not going to lie, this was a disappointment and I would not order again. As for the BLT and the potato soup my girlfriend ordered, she liked them both and was happily satisfied. But my girlfriend says everything tastes good and we don't see eye to eye on a lot of things when it comes to food. The pickle chips were the best part of the meal. They were cut just right, not thin and just thick enough. The batter didn't overwhelm the pickle. They were salty as they should be. My girlfriend and I agreed this was the best thing we ate here. But there wasn't enough ranch for all the pickles. If you like deep fried pickles, they do them right here. We sat in a booth and the service was fine. If it was just me alone, this would be a 3 star review, but my girlfriend said her food was good, so I took that into consideration. read more

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I decided to try their famous Reuben, which came highly recommended. While the flavors were good (and I love Reubens), I was disappointed by how little corned beef was on it. It felt more like I was eating a sauerkraut sandwich with a hint of meat. However, my husband enjoyed his meal - he had the chicken wrap. The service was fine, despite it being crowded, our food came in a timely manner. Overall, it has a great vibe and is worth checking out for the beer and ambiance, but if you're going for the Reuben, you might find it a bit lacking in the corned beef department. read more

The owner sent an email without using blind carbon copy, resulting in my email address being shared with more than 140 recipients. This oversight reflects a disregard for professional communication and raises concerns about privacy and confidentiality. Such practices can jeopardize relationships and trust. In my recent email, I politely pointed out his mistake and requested that he refrain from contacting me again. Unfortunately, he disregarded my request, clearly showcasing his dismissive attitude as a business owner. While I have previously enjoyed the food at his establishment and attended various events, including Oktoberfest, the overall atmosphere was lacking, and I won't be returning. If he responds to customer concerns in this manner, it's hard to imagine he values feedback or genuinely seeks to improve his restaurant/bar. Wishing you the best, Bill, but I believe you're going to need it. read more

The Blackstone Rueben with fries were delicious especially the reuben. I noticed that the reuben uses chopped beef instead of sliced beef which elevates the sandwich. The server was super friendly and the inside had a lively bar feel. read more

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Think of a dive bar that has various beers on tap (along with other available drinks) and you have the ale house! We were staying across the street and stumbled in on a Tuesday night and was greeted the moment we walked in be door. We arrived on pint night where they had a special running in which you got to keep the glass, the beer changes for each event. Unfortunately I wasn't a fan of the beers being offered however I found a local beer I would drink again and again. The folks I was with enjoyed a glass of wine and a shot of something or another. When we arrived the kitchen was already closed but the other folks said the food was good. Overall it was great to be able to taste local beer without having to go too far, and the staff was friendly, welcoming and stayed on top asking if there was anything else we wanted before our glasses were empty. read more

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We went for the Reuben and I have to say we were let down. The sandwich had little corned beef, no flavor of thousand island or Russian dressing, little sauerkraut and the bread had been overcooked on the griddle. I say go for the great atmosphere and fun vibe, good drinks and cool speakeasy downstairs. read more

Found this place when I was visiting for work. A very unique spot with friendly bartenders and a huge beer list from all different breweries. If you're a beer fan I 100% recommend giving them a try. read more

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Quick | Wing Night | Chill Quick - overall, the experience was quick and easy. We sat down at 7 p.m. on a Thursday in late September. The place was 65% full. From sitting down to ordering drinks and food, it was about 8 minutes. Therefore, the service was pretty quick. Wing Night - Thursday Night was 25 cent wings, provided you ordered an alcoholic beverage. I had 15 wings and was relatively full - the wings came in wing and drumlett form. Chill - Overall, the place is pretty chill. It is a great spot for a quick bite to eat, a good place to watch a game or hang out with friends. Pro tip - overall, it is a pretty standard bar. What you see is what you get--solid service, solid food, but nothing special. Why not 5 stars? - It is not anything special. It is a pretty standard bar with good service. Given it was their special wing night - I was surprised by how underwhelming the wings were. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - View from booth - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Read through the majority of reviews and can add the following. This (IMHO) is the best Ruben sandwich around. The city has many varieties but this one takes the prize. Pro tip: upgrade the fries to garlic fries and add a side of dill ranch. In regards to the negative posts, the service at lunch was spot on. Sitting at the bar is the move but the dining room had attentive service. The beer selection is massive and they have daily specials. I'm from out of town and came for the history and storied Ruben. It was worth the trip. The bar (pun intended) has been set very high and this is what I will rate other versions off of. read more

Crescent Moon Ale House - Ruben sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

First time going to Saturday brunch at Crescent Moon and I am so happy I went! From the extensive reasonably priced brunch drinks to the also reasonably priced tasty food, you can't go wrong coming here for brunch on the weekend. I got some French 75s to drink and they were so good! Our server was so nice and always made sure we were still doing well. I love all of the decor inside and they played lots of feel good music such as The Beatles Here Comes the Sun. I love how much character Crescent Moon has inside and their diverse menu. If you enjoy beer, then they have to have a beer you'd enjoy! I had only been here years back for St. Patrick's day later in the day and I am so glad that I decided to come back! read more

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