Went here for an early Valentine's dinner date. Atmosphere was great. Food and drink we're good but not out of this world. Ordered the duck dish and the waiter told us that the duck was over done but still brought it out to us. Requested from the chef but was nice enough to bring us another duck not over cooked. Not sure if wine is supposed to have grainy looking stuff at the bottom glass but it did. The soups and petits were really deliy and the bread was fresh. I have heard this place has great breakfast/brunch menu. So I plan to come again during that time. read more

The bread was good. Very long wait for our food and expensive for not a good meal, extremely salty. Also the server said that she would bring us more bread but she never did. Definitely not coming back. read more

Love the fresh raw oyster selection. The bartender there is a local, he made good recommendations on where to go after dinner.

While traveling in Omaha on business, I decided to stop in. I figured you couldn't beat a $12 wine tasting (4 glasses). What a wonderful place. I was alone and they made me feel at home and the service was great! I had the Lobster beignets. I think next time I'll try the cassoulet instead as I couldn't really taste the lobster, just the batter. But I'd love to come back! Awesome ambiance! Very knowledgable about wine. read more

Le Bouillon - Wine tasting on a rainy day. Perfection. - French Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

We come here knowing we'll be sharing everything. We started our meal with a glass of wine and the Brandade. So delicious! And it was on the happy hour menu..even better! Then we moved on to the shishito peppers. OMG! Grilled to perfection and so flavorful. The tomato and pistachios were an added delight and didn't distract from the pepper flavor. We finished with the smoked cauliflower and split a croque madame. The sandwich was devine! The crusty bread and salty jamon were great together. The cauliflower was okay, but I think we were just too full by then to enjoy it. The service is always great! We love this place and the menu changes from time to time, so we never know what we'll be tasting. This is one of those places that you walk away from thinking, "every bite was perfectly delicious!" read more

I'm conflicted between four and five stars on this one. It's good, absolutely, there were just a few cumulative aspects bringing me to settle on a four star rating. I came for dinner and had a couple glasses of red, the waygu hanger steak, the pate a bombe (lemon raspberry desert), a scoop of chocolate ice cream, and a cup of coffee. Starting with the wine list- it was really difficult for me to grasp what is going on there. Partially because half of the list I was given was misprinted and blurry to the point of illegible, but generally I found it really confusing. If you are a wine connoisseur you might get it, but for those who sometimes drink wine from a box (no shame)- good luck. I ended up with a wine that I can't remember what kind it was or where it came from, but luckily I enjoyed it, so hurray! I didn't order any appetizers because I was told the pastry chef was really good, so I saved some room for desert and just got the hanger steak. It was served with a potato waffle, the steak, broccolini, and red wine reduction. The broccolini on the plate was the star, surprisingly. Cooked perfectly with a satisfying but not overwhelming crunch and delicate seasoning. The steak was very enjoyable but nothing to make me say "wow!", and the waffle was good on it's own. The downside for me on the plate was the red wine reduction. It was extremely salty, and unfortunately drenched most of the waffle. Eating a piece of the waffle drenched in this sauce by itself was too much, but paired with a piece of steak it was better. The bits of the waffle without the sauce were nice. Oh- I was served some of this fantastic bread and butter. WOW the bread was good and the butter was soft, but not too soft, with some sort of seasoning sprinkled on top... really nice! DESSERT! The chocolate ice cream was great. Dark and sumptuous. They make it in house. Recommend that! The pate a bombe was good- however the texture wasn't right. It's supposed to be a mousse with a curd filling, but it was refrigerated right until it was served which made the mousse rock hard. It was very pretty though. Last, but not least, the coffee was great. Next time I'm in Omaha I'll be going for breakfast just as an excuse to drink at least three cups of it. Would I go again? Yes- absolutely. There were parts of my meal that were top knotch- but unfortunately not quite everything was tippity top. read more

We went to dinner there, due to recommendations from friends. I just had a weird experience there. Service was really sparse and slow. I only managed to order one drink throughout dinner, because it was soooooo slow. I wanted another drink, but I didn't want to wait forever. We had an appetizer, one of the charcuterie boards, and it was fine. Then I ordered the local farm chicken. You would think that since the chicken was one the bone that it would be moist, not the case. It was so dry it stuck to my throat. The polonaise sauce wasn't for me. It reminded me of the oil you pour off of cooked meat, with less taste. Then there were flavorless breadcrumbs on top. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing and there are better menu choices. I can only speak of this initial experience, but I don't think I'll go back. read more

When we arrived, we were seated outside, right in front of an idling car. There was no one in the car, but the car was locked and there was a dog inside. Annoyed by the car idling a few feet away from our table, and concerned for the dog's welfare, we asked our server if she could check with the half-dozen sets of patrons in the restaurant to see if the idling car was theirs. She refused to do so. We then asked the manager to do likewise, and he refused to do so. Sure enough, after a half hour, eventually one of the patrons came out of the restaurant and got in her car and drove away. These folks don't care about their patrons, dogs, or the environment. If you do, don't eat here. read more

Stopped in based on my Airbnb host's recommendation and couldn't have been happier. Great dish of rabbit tenderloin, lightly floured and pan fried crisp, with fresh potatoes and mustard sauce over lentil greens. Amazing dish, paired with a glass of Cotè de Gastone, perfection. Finished with a dark chocolate lemon tart with creme fraise, prickled raspberries, and mint leaves. Total bill before tip: $25.35. I must not move to Omaha, I will weigh over a ton within a year. read more

This place has amazing food. There will most likely be some waiting involved, but quality takes time. The grilled Romain salad with anchovies was good! Nice size portion. I think it should be served on a bigger plate. I got the potato with trout roe. It was good but very small. Typical for French cuisine. It is a flat mashed potato patty fried on each side and topped with sour cream and trout roe. Delicious. Now I am not exaggerating about what I say next. The NY strip steak was the best steak I've ever had in my life. Seriously it was ridiculous. It comes sliced on top of weird square fried potato with what I think is a tarragon cream sauce. Eat at this place! Have the steak and you will see what I mean. Don't expect a big appetizer though. The tea is nice and strong. I got the salad on my first visit, went back and had the steak and potato the next day. The steak, potato, and iced tea came to $50 after the tip. So kind of pricey, but you won't find a better steak anywhere. The servers are very professional and polite. You can sit outside and eat which is pretty cool. There were some loud mouth people using vulgar language in my first visit. If I were an employee I would have asked them to stop. Some people have no manners. But the food is amazing! I'm serious. Give it a shot! read more

One of my all time favorite restaurants in Omaha. Staff is excellent and food is even better, I've never had a dish here I didn't like. I would highly recommend the Cassoulet and Market Fish. Dessert is an absolute MUST. Their pots de creme changes regularly and is always fantastic my favorite dessert there. Don't forget to get a cocktail or wine recommendation as the owner has a wine shop right next door. read more

Went for Mother's Day. Great atmosphere. Average, over priced tasteless egg dish. Waitress never around. Should of tipped the buss boy since he was helping most of the time. Omaha has to many good restaurants to try this place again. read more

The food was delicious. The wait staff pleasant and overall very safe and comfortable experience. We ate outside and the wait staff wore masks. It was great to get out!! read more

We had a wonderful experience and I would go back tonight if I could. The food was delicious, the service was caring and the ambience was spot on. read more

If I could, I would give Le Bouillon six stars. My wife and I got married here in March of 2018. There were some specific and particular details and the staff was simply awesome to work with. Everything went off without a hitch and worked out better than I could have hoped. As far as the food goes, the steak and eggs is fantastic and the pancake is without equal. The service, menu, and staff are all aces. read more

OK, if you're willing please just get ready to slog through a thorough yet admittedly strident review of Le Bouillon. The up-front warning is offered here simply because we have some obvious pretenders among a few early-bird "reviewers," whose shortsighted perspectives could otherwise mislead you if you let them. Don't let them. Don't miss out here. Le Bouillon is a great call -- an important place and a true destination. Bottom line is if you love great food -- and by that I mean seriously great food -- trust both your own instincts and the advice of those who share your overriding outlook. By contrast, for those who care not so much about great food but prefer to navel-gaze about how, if they ran their own fantasy restaurant, they would pick another carpet or a different lighting manufacturer, etc... -- Well, we're just on another page there, so those folks need read no further. All I can tell you is I'm a born-and-bred local who's also been around the global block, a careful watcher of all things food here and elsewhere, and make it my business to know what's happening in Omaha especially. I pay attention whether due or not. Yet I pay respect only where due. And be assured, I watch my own backyard. So... onto the so-called review: Le Bouillon is at the top of the top places to eat, and enjoy life, here in Omaha (and frankly through to Chicago, Denver and KC), particularly if you appreciate French regional cuisine. You've either heard of Paul Kulik and his crew here (or at the Boiler Room) or you haven't, but I'll tell you if you haven't maybe you should just pull out the old smart phone and try a Google on that. You are in good hands. I won't push some personal "take" on what's best here, but I will offer you a current what's-up from my knowledge of some the heavy hitters: super fresh oysters at the raw bar, superb charcuterie (you can never miss with the pate maison), the duck confit on the Toasts menu, sweetbreads or arroz a la plancha on Les Petits menu, and PFC chicken or Piedmontese Ribeye (for 2 plus) on Les Plats menu. Just saying and just for instance. Plenty more where those came from. The thing that gets me is that literally just weeks after Le Bouillon opened up earlier this year (and mind you this place is an iconic venue in Omaha's Old Market that had been put aside for years in wait for just the right chef), we locals were astounded to find ourselves with a smattering of know-nothing armchair critics whinging absently about how they would prefer some other type "art" on the walls here -- yet all the while praising the food in otherwise illogically mid-starred reviews. So let's just get to and then past the question of the art on Le Bouillon's walls. And I approach this as someone who admittedly wouldn't know art if it bit me on the behind, but at the same time as someone who knows very well the history of this city, this neighborhood, this block, and this highly coveted space. The art on the walls of Le Bouillon is all by the late Sam Mercer, the very artist and visionary without whom nothing in the Old Market would even exist as a destination. None of that is remotely an overstatement, as any additional Google search will amply attest. Although Sam was a talented if not a professional painter, the deeper point is that he and his family are the first and founding generation of a far deeper and civic art form -- the establishment of the Old Market itself -- and as such they are now the true ancestors to at least three generations of scores of other artists who cut their teeth in this very "arts district" that Sam was instrumental in founding -- something that now stands as Omaha's artistic crown jewel. So when I see some random Yelper spouting off from one side of their mouth about how an appetizer at Le Bouillon is "fantastic" yet leaving a ridiculous mid-starred review because they do not personally appreciate the restaurant's decor, I am left scratching my head to the point I can feel the scraping on my own brain. After all, such people presumably must walk through the streets of the Old Market just to arrive at Le Bouillon's door -- yet somehow they miss entirely Sam's other and crucial palette on the way in? So all that aside, how about we just keep it simple: Do you love truly great food -- so great you'd be amazed it has hit that level in Omaha? Next, do you love that same great food with impeccable service -- to the point where service is not merely service, but, dare one say it, an "art"? And would you like both of those in one of the most important historic and artistic venues in Omaha (and, frankly for that matter, west of the Mississippi)? OK, then. You've come to the right place. Oh, and once again, the duck confit is freaking killer. And if that's too fancy for you here in little old Omaha, by all means try the ribeye. You don't have to be an art critic to appreciate a perfect ribeye in Omaha. Don't miss out. Bon appetit. read more

Do you like the execution of Boiler Room but have a taste for French comfort foods in a slightly more casual setting? Then eat here. They also have craft cocktails. Like most places in Old Market this place is re-purposed with coated brick walls and exposed beams in the ceiling. The dining room is spacious and the tables have a generous separation between them. There are large abstract water color paintings that line the walls of the restaurant and a funky paper mache tree in the entrance. It's like fine dining in an art gallery. The rib eye in anchovy butter is my go to but I haven't had a bad meal here. read more

6 of us for dinner ordered 4 different meals and we are all delighted! Everything is bursting with flavor. So glad to have a great new restaurant in Old Market! read more

Great dinner. Had a dozen oysters on happy hour. Food was tasty. Good wine selection.

I went with a total of 4 people with the understanding we would each order something different & share off each others plates. After placing an order for a bottle of red & white wine we were off! We started off with an appetizer of oysters from Washington State that had a wonderful sweetness that at the time I wish we ordered double & the Butter Lettuce with Shallot Dressing was so good I could hardly wait for the entrees. Our entrées were Heritage Pork, Skirt Steak, Plancha, and Swordfish. Now I typically like to order items that I do not like and/or do not imagine tasting good. So naturally I ordered the swordfish (never had before) with dehydrated brussel sprouts (what?) and grapefruit (cannot stand grapefruit). This was so good I damn near growled at anyone that wanted a bite. The wait staff was wonderful. When we mentioned we were going to a concert they made sure that not only we know where it was located but made sure we received our check when we originally asked when we walked in. (We actually risked being late for the concert & indulged in their amazing desserts). I didn't check out the inside of the restaurant since we had an outdoor table & had fun people watching. Check this place out & order something outside your comfort zone, I promise you will not regret it. read more

Le Bouillon opened where French Cafe used to be, so it had big shoes to fill. The bathrooms are the same, but otherwise, the space has changed quite a bit. It's a very open floor plan and not too crowded with tables at this point. Large art hanging on the walls and a big art sculpture when you enter. Most of the dining area is carpeted, which is a bit odd, but it definitely helps with volume, meaning we could hear each other while dining. That's a welcome feature compared to other Old Market restaurants. We dined there on the second night that the restaurant was open to the public and service was already very smooth. We ordered two of the "Les Toasts," which are a small piece of toast with toppings. We had the Ricotta with Edamame and Lemon and the Rabbit Rillettes with Currant Jam and Marrow. We enjoyed both. My husband especially liked the rabbit and I thought the currant jam was a highlight. We also ordered two Le Petits Plats to share. My husband thought the Crispy Sweetbreads with Chèvre and Honey were the highlight of the meal, although I found them to be chewy, even for sweetbreads. I enjoyed the Cassoulet with Garlic Sausage and White Beans a bit more. Lots of fatty pork products that had incredible flavor. We shared one entree (Les Plats) - the Marinated Wagyu Skirt Steak with Shallots. This is a very fatty meat, but full of flavor. The shallots were delicious. Although it's an entree, it still wasn't an especially large serving and even with all the food we had already ordered, I was wishing we had added a couple side dishes. For dessert we had the Chocolate Pôt de Crème. That was definitely the highlight for me. With those food items, three glasses of wine, a dessert drink, and tip, we came out to just over $100. Overall, we were both pleased, but not blown away. I think serving size will be an issue here. I understand that most items are small plates and meant to be shared, but serving sizes still could have been more generous. We'll likely be back, but with several upscale dinning options in the Old Market, there wasn't anything so exceptional about this place that I see it becoming a staple in our rotation of fine dining restaurants for special celebrations. read more

The food here in unexpected and extraordinary - a blend of southern France and northern Spain that is made accessible by excellent and patient servers. I'd agree that the artwork is very odd and disjointed - in fact I think this place would have a better shot were it half the size. Still, a meal of this quality in Omaha was surprising. Outstanding wine list and very knowledgable staff who let us sample several options. Cheers! read more

Disappointed tonight, the Wife had the monk fish and they burnt the parmasian cheese topping and tried to cover up the favor by adding melted butter. Not the place that I remember. Paul K, the toasted breadcrumbs were blacken and burnt; therefore I'm still disappointed in your response. Based on manager response, I've changed my rating to 1 star. read more

I went here 3 times in a two week span. Twice for dinner (including New Year's Eve), and once for brunch. All of the "Les Toasts" are amazing as well as the Wagyu Skirt Steak and Cassoulet. The brunch menu is unique and is equally as good as everything else. A great place to try something different and take in the beautiful old market scenery. I'd eat here once a week if I lived in Omaha. read more

I generally do not do negative reviews and especially of the local places I enjoy frequenting. I will keep it short and, as always, encourage others to form their own opinions (as can be seen by the good reviews already posted). Our waiter was a little on the "arrogant" side and insisted on telling us how to pair and prepare (yes, I have eating PLENTY of French food and know how to pair things - it's all a personal preference). I am a huge fan of bone marrow and love seeing it on any menu - unfortunately, it wasn't prepared to my liking but I will strike that up to me. The cassoulet main dish was ok but not what I hoped for. The real issue was in my girlfriend's burger. The waiter insisted it should be done medium (which I agree is the case if cooked right), although she asked for medium well. The first attempt yielded a rare to medium rare at best so I asked him to take it back - he didn't approve but did take the burger back. I am not sure anything was really done because the second round yielded the same rare to medium rare. She decided she would just forego the burger and left it. I would have expected a "is the burger better now" from the waiter but he just stopped by, looked at the burger on the plate and asked if we were done. Hopefully others continue to have better luck. read more

Second and last visit. $200 for a meal that included undercooked (raw) fish, undercooked (raw) pork sausage, and a cassoulet with the distinct taste of the metal dish it's cooked in. And two cases of heartburn. read more

i wish I could give Le Bouillon a million stars! We had our wedding reception here after our previous location cancelled on us with short notice. Within 10 minutes of submitting an inquiry, Alex called us and said they could help. Alex, Lia and the entire staff were incredible to work with and helped us throw a fabulous event. The food, drinks and service were absolute perfection and our guests were in awe and we received so many compliments. We love supporting local and businesses like Le Bouillon are the reason why. I would recommend Le Bouillon to anyone for lunch, dinner or a large event! read more

I'm a native New Yorker and have spent time in Paris. Can truly say this is not just a first-class French restaurant but a first-class restaurant. Even a simple hamburger (on brunch menu) is out of this world. Made with only locally raised beef, the BEST. The cassoulet is wonderful, as are the oysters and lobster salad. Owners go out of their way to ensure you're happy with the meal. I brought a recent, out-of-the-ordinary service fail to the owner's attention. He was so professional and courteous about it, and genuinely concerned. I recommend Le Bouillion highly and look forward to my next visit. read more

My wife order the scallops dish. She only got three scallops that costed her $30.00 way over priced. The dish was then served on a bed of sugar snap peas with sugar snap pea and pistachio pesto that was over salted and to fibrous to eat. It was like eating salty pesto with dental floss. Clearly they used salted pistachio but failed to realize that the pesto would not need anymore salt. She also order a cold melon-tomato gazpacho with micro-greens. Again over salted and the micro-greens over powered the broth. This was just not worth the money clearly they don't have checking for balance of flavor. In addition it should say something about the place that at 5:30 pm on a weeknight there were no other dinners. read more

I celebrated my birthday month brunch last weekend at Le Bouillon and it was nothing short of Spectacular!!! From the service to the incredible culinary delights I was blown away and could not be happier than I am right now!! DEFINITELY a MUST in DT Omaha/Old Market but honestly Omaha in general. Omaha has the most restaurants per capita which means there's a lot of competition and you better be the top of your game to make it & survive and Le Bouillon is one of the places I will return to again & again over trying something unknown and not tried & true. read more

Fabulous eatery in the Old Market!! Really enjoyed the Hangar Steak (cooked to the perfect temp , medium, that we ordered) entree and beet salad. Wished we hadn't had a big lunch because I also wanted to try the oysters, steak tartare and charcuterie. The space is beautiful and airy with high ceilings; I imagine the patio would be lovely in the summer. Our server was knowledgeable and helped me order items without gluten (I have celiac). When in town again to see family, I will definitely return! read more

This place is fantastic, from menu choices to staff and ambiance..... I'm so glad to have treated my sister and I while in Omaha for the World Cup read more

Today I had the German Pancakes! Oh La la! Kaiserschmarrn (German Pancake)! It melts in your mouth! Best ever! My husband loves the LeBoullion hamburger! Orders it every time. read more

Hands down the best traditional French cuisine I have ever had. If you're in Omaha, put this place on your 'must visit' list. Recommend the Bloody Maria, Eggs in a Basket, and the Chef's pastry basket for Sunday brunch! read more

Just as Yelp says about it's 5 star ratings, this place is as good as it gets in Omaha. Took the wife there for her Birthday dinner and boy did they get it right. It seems that from reading others reviews that they get it right everytime. The food, the drink, the service and the ambiance were all right on spot. Having just returned from France we were somewhat knowledgeable of the menu and what to expect. She had the Grilled Wagyu Skirt Steak and I had the Cassoulet both accompanied by a bottle of Rhone Valley's Pierre Gonon, Sainte Joseph 2012. The meal simply could have not been any better. The service is impeccable from the time we walked in to the time we walked out. read more

We discovered this gem by walking around the Old Market District. The food is wonderful - this place would star in any large-city market (like our home town, Chicago). The room is a nicely retro old commercial space, with plenty of space between tables, quiet enough for conversation without being dead. The service was superb. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about both the food and the wine. The duck confit "toast" was delightfully unusual - very light and very tasty. Both the pork presse and arroz a la Plancha entrees were similarly out-of-the-ordinary: great combinations of flavors and textures, and beautifully presented, to boot. And the wine! A wonderfully smallish but exceptionally well-chosen assortment of mostly French wines. Criticisms: (1) we would love an actual Champagne by the glass, though the cremant from Jura was nice; (2) it would be nice to have a Burgundy and/or Bordeaux by the glass (rather than Beaujolais and Chinon - neither is a favorite of ours). Bravo! read more

This place has a beautiful ambience and great service. Happy hour was flooringly inexspensive and every last detail was charming and pleasant. read more

My son and I have been here twice now for the Sunday brunch. The atmosphere is comfortable and charming. The food is hot and delicious. we feel welcomed by the courteous staff and they do a great job of providing excellent service. read more

Le Bouillon is my favorite Omaha restaurant, and I've written reviews before, but, in this one, I want to mention two singularly outstanding motivations to bring you in the door. And because Yelp is their new reservations system (formerly they used Open Table), I want to put one in place on Yelp. ONE: the restaurant's manager, Haley, and Chef Paul will provide the most accommodating, thoughtful, and SAFE dining experience I've had in any city, if you have Celiac disease, as I do. Note in your reservation that you have Celiac and would like to be advised about menu choices; 2/3 to 3/4 of what they offer (depending on that night's menu) is either Celiac-safe or easily modified (and by "modified," I do not mean "Made into something tasteless"--the quality of food here is so high, and the Basque style of food offers much that naturally does not include gluten ingredients). You'll even have your choice of two or more desserts that are Celiac-safe; again, this is unique in Omaha, and the selections, as with the entire menu, change seasonally. TWO: If you are sober (as I am) or just prefer not to imbibe alcohol, the bar program here will provide you with nuanced, exciting mocktails composed from house-made bitters and grenadines and a wealth of imagination. In most any other restaurant, I wouldn't bother with a non-alcoholic bar drink. But please, tell them what you like (sweet, tart, herbaceous, a preferred flavor base, etc.) and let them bring you a concoction that pairs well with your meal. There are a million reasons to dine at Le Bouillon. But these two mean you can enjoy an exquisite meal and not feel you are a burden for having your needs attended to. Also, if you yourself don't have any specific dining concerns, but you're taking a group or a first date or any dining partner(s) whose needs you have not been made aware of or could not anticipate, Le Bouillon is your best bet to have everyone covered and delighted. They will also provide options for the vegetarian or vegan, and if you don't see how this is possible when you first peer at the menu, ask the staff, and they will make you something delicious. read more

What can I say, everything was perfect. Menu had excellent variety. I went with imported Serrano ham, grilled romain with an excellent anchovy dressing, duck confit cooked perfectly with a crisp skin and tender meat followed with a house made pistachio ice cream of the day. The wine list has excellent old world options from France and Spain and even some delicious splits. If you've had a bad experience here it's the exception. I will be back next time I'm in Omaha!!! Vraiment magnifique! read more