I came here for a poetry reading. It is a really great space for that, lots of comfortable seating…read moreoptions. Sound was good. They have a selection of unique cocktails. I chose "Marianna's Marvelous Old Fashioned" which was delicious and also strong. Staff was really nice, and I felt comfortable there. I plan to pay attention to events here and return - or I might even just come here to read sometime and try another delicious cocktail, or maybe a mocktail, next time.

This place was a hidden gem to stop in while waiting for a friend in DT Omaha. Even if you're not a…read morereader the vibe of it being a lounging place to actually read while sipping a drink or playing board games is fun; if you're an avid reader this is a Dream. It looks like you can even buy the books here. They also have some small bites and mocktails in addition to craft cocktails. I got their take on the old fashioned, which included orange and chocolate biscotti liqueur and cherry syrup. It was definitely more sweet than a typical old fashioned, however I enjoyed it, and it was prepared very well--spirit heavy. This was a nice sipper and service was great, no complaints!

I went here with a group of friends a few weeks ago and we had fun…read more The bartender was super nice and the drinks were priced really well. The inside was clean and well-maintained as well. All in all, this is a nice, little bar in CB that I plan to go back to.

Clean bar! Good drink prices! Friendly staff! They have many, many dart boards. They host a lot of…read moreleagues. They do offer food but it is minimal and not advertised much. Doesn't look like much from the outside but is very nice on the inside.

This was probably my favorite place we visited in Omaha. It was enchanting, the staff and the…read morecustomers were all so nice and charitable with everything. I've never been to a speakeasy before so it will be a memory I cherish.

We had the Wicked Rabbit recommended to us by multiple people, so we knew we had to stop by on a…read morerecent visit to Omaha. There were quite a few people in front of us when we arrived, but we only ended up waiting about 30 minutes or so. When we got into the Wicked Rabbit, the ambiance was awesome. We were seated at the bar, and really enjoyed watching the bartenders work their magic. We struck up some conversations with those around us, and just had a great time. The drinks were all amazing, and this is a must visit in the Omaha area. I will be back for sure.

I went on a Friday night to see some singer/songwriters perform. We walked in and everyone working…read morethere was friendly. It's dimly lit, which is fine because the focus is on the stage. I did not have a drink or anything to munch on. I'm not sure if food is available, but I saw plenty of people ordering drinks from the bar. The seating was comfortable and the sound system worked well. We had a good time there!

Walked in here on a Tuesday night and they had phenomenal karaoke going on...I mean, these people…read morewere GOOD. Usually I'll try my hand at a song or two, but I just sat back and listened to the true professionals. It's a bit small in here with a few bar seats, and some bar tops. There is a small room in the back with 1 bullshooter dart board. In the warmer months, there is a back patio with tables and lights. Otherwise, it's just a small corner bar with great karaoke!

My boyfriend and I stopped by Catalyst after dinner nearby since it's one of the spots on our…read moremartini passport! I had been before, but it was his first time, so I was excited for him to try it. You walk in through the hotel's main entrance and the bar is tucked away in the back, which makes it feel cozy and a little private. It wasn't very busy when we went. I think this spot would be great for a date night! The bartenders were amazing. They were incredibly friendly, explained the drinks, and checked in on us throughout the night. You can tell they really care about the experience of patrons. Our espresso martinis were great and we really enjoyed them! Every time I've visited, their cocktails have been consistently good, and I love that they offer a seasonal menu to switch things up. They also have a patio that looked like it would be so nice in the summer, but it was too cold for us to sit outside this time. We both loved the decor and overall aesthetic. It feels upscale without being too intimidating, Overall, such a great experience and definitely a place we'll keep coming back to!

It's my third or fourth time visiting this lounge. Always a mellow experience in this lounge bar…read more Artsy modern decor give it that "the fact that I'm here makes me cool" vibe. The drinks were SO GOOD that I forgot to take a pic because I sucked it down like I hadn't had water all day. The apps...yum. Tube in croquettes were my favorite! You can rent the lounge space and/or the outdoor space for a private event the floor to ceiling windows open to extend the indoors outdoor. They have built in TVs in a grotto style patio with more lounge seating. There is a bar indoors and one on the patio. I've seen live bands play outside during a cocktail reception and the energy is contagious. A must see intimate venue.

This is a very nice local adult entertainment lounge to hang out at with friends and have a few…read moredrinks plus there are a variety of different ladies. Very nice environment with some nice music by the DJ. This lounge is more like a bikini bar.

Used to be THE place to go. Now there's like 7 girls and only hang out with regulars. If you want…read moreto pay for over priced drinks and sit alone by all means go here.

Went here for a watch party for a show my wife and I watch. There were two other places that showed…read moreit but this place offered it first and had drinks made for the show so we tried it. They did a great job offering multiple kinds of seating for everyone. The Hurricane Huda was my favorite. Sound and connection couldn't been better but prices for their drinks were very good! Bartenders were great and they have an incredible space. For sure want to come back again.

Bartenders are "mother and daughter" and cannot math. First time I've been to a bar in four years,…read moreand I can say this bar was a quick reminder why bars are trash.

Nice friendly place; Nice friendly bartenders; Excellent whiskey sours…read more Definitely recommend we will come back

The Council Bluffs 100 Block is the oldest commercial neighborhood in the metro area. Dating back…read moreto 1853, most of the block's buildings celebrated their sesquicentennial a couple of presidents ago. Omaha's first newspaper was printed on this block. This block is older than the invention of cocktails, imagine that. It was pretty rough and full of scoundrels in those halcyon days: journalists, lawyers, land speculators, railroad magnates, Abraham Lincoln. Eventually things improved as saloons, social clubs, gambling halls and bordellos moved in. Today, the 100 Block is to Council Bluffs what Buckhead is to Atlanta and a new whiskey bar called The Barrel is in the middle of it. The Barrel is a swanky, crafty, well-appointed, beautifully decorated, two-story lounge featuring cocktails made according to original recipes with top shelf brands. No mixes, no shortcuts. Every drink is a double just as our shameless forebears intended them. The interior is full of local art including the Barrel sign over the bar. It's well lit with high ceilings reflecting the warmth of the architecture and the staff.     The night I stopped in was moderately busy for a Friday night before 9 p.m. A dozen or so patrons filled the upstairs bar room before wandering downstairs to the more lounge-y Bottom of the Barrel. This is where the bands play and the furnishings swing more to the comfortable side of things. There is a bar here as well, but the craft cocktails were being made upstairs that night. So back upstairs, I asked for a recommendation to show me the takeaway, the thing I should know about The Barrel. Now normally, if a bartender recommends a whiskey sour I assume he thinks I'm in high school or doesn't want a tip, but the gregarious gent behind the bar that night was telling sincere stories, and not just with his beautiful scalp tattoos. The Whiskey Sour was a great place to start. The simple classic has been denigrated for decades by shortcuts and mixes. But this Whiskey Sour is born again hard made with Cody Road Rye, fresh lemon, egg white and love for only $8. Spectacular. And foamy. There is a literal wall of 130 whiskeys at The Barrel Each shelf is higher than the last. Your taste is limited only by your credit. Their Old Fashioned had me at spherical ice, but I intend to return for more classics (Manhattan, Negroni, Tom Collins) or clever originals (Brockway Bulldog, Baltimore Zoo or The Night is Dark and Full of Terror). And there's beer. Exile Beatnik Sour and Lagunitas IPA ($5), Burning Skye Scottish Ale, Lucky Bucket Wide Eye Coffee Stout, Millstream Pale Ale, Brickway Maple Pecan Brown Ale, Empyrean Dark Side Vanilla Porter ($4.50) and Bud Light ($3). There is live music on Fridays and Saturdays, an open jam from 4-8 Sundays followed by an open mic until close, and comedy every second Wednesday. The Bottom of the Barrel has $3 premium wells on weekends and there is never a cover. With drinks like this, it's obvious why our ancestors were so unapologetic about drinking doubles.

10 out of 10 experience that fizzy's! They had a Fizzranos pop up when I was there. As a lover of…read morethe Sopranos, I was sad to not see ziti the initial menu but turns out it was something we could just get on Sundays! My food was a 10 out of 10 and even though I wish I could've tried the mozzarella sticks subbing in for a basket of fries is never a bad second place. The interior decorator ( basically a White Russian) was a perfect as usual. Will be back soon for sure and excited to see what their next pop-up looks like !

This is for their weekend brunch review…read more Vibe: 10/10 Location: 10/10 Food: 4/10 Things didn't quite start on the right foot and sad to say that they were out of couple of breakfast items during out visit. So we settled for a cheeseburger and biscuits and gravy. Both items were just OK, and to be brutally honest, we've had better and tasty food from chains like Village Inn or Cracker Barrel. Service was hit and miss and not consistent with all cutomers. To be fair, I didn't order a fountain or a liquor on our visit...so I guess I shouldn't be too critical on their food menu.

We used to go to Laka Lono a few times a month when we lived downtown and always loved the drinks…read moreand ambience. We recently took friends there and were wowed! They have stepped up their game for sure! New menu, new food options, and more drink options. They take reservations for tables now which was a nice surprise as well. The puke punch says it's strong on the menu and I wasn't ready for it- I was feeling good after that one drink! It's very sweet which makes it the best on the menu for my sweet tooth. Most bang for your buck too! My friend said the zombie was delicious! I can't remember what the frozen drink was but my other friend said it was very good! My husband loved the Mai Tai. The volcano bowl (3-4 people shared drink) was fantastic ! For the food, we were pleasantly surprised with how tasty the spam fries were! The dip was excellent as well! The edamame was good as well! As always, the vibes were immaculate and the staff was super friendly! We loved having our own waitress and table reserved. Overall a wonderful experience!

Such a fun place!!! This is so worth the trip downtown. They have a huge menu selection of rum…read morecocktails, as well as tons of other boozy non rum options. They have great group drinks, shots, snacks, and food options too. I was absolutly obsessed with my Cats Pajamas Clarified Punch. I've never had anything like it. A perfect mixture of coconut, brown sugar, pineapple, and tequila. They do have plenty of seating but it was hard to find a spot. It can get pretty busy. The line moves pretty fast for getting long. The servers were always friendly and helpful, and made each drink a show.