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    Le Voltaire

    4.4 (173 reviews)
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    Happy hour specials

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    Seafood and Pasta
    Troy B.

    My wife and I went there while visiting family in the Omaha area. Our first impression was a charming, relaxed atmosphere. We were met by Lisa who treated us with such respect and hospitality. She introduced us to others and shortly afterward, Chef Wilson came out and introduced himself and that was the beginning of a wonderful dinner. They had an extensive wine selection and also numerous non alcoholic cocktails. all of which paired quite well with our dishes. We had Foie Gras and Brie Josette for our appetizers. We had Duck Confit and a specialty dish of Seafood and Pasta for our entrees. We had a lemon parfait dessert to top it off. I can't say enough good things about our experience and the quality of service and food we received at Le Voltaire. We will dine there every time we are in Omaha.

    Brooklyn Sour!! Must Try!!!
    Pam S.

    Our 1st time sitting belly up at the bar for drinks & apps! This is a really nice, classy & romantic restaurant (usually a 2 hour dining experience). They have a nice bar by the entryway that seats about 8. It's OK to go by yourself or catch up with someone and enjoy a drink or 2, get an appetizer or dinner! The bartenders are friendly & take the time to explain any questions you have. They were offering a new drink called Brooklyn Sour: Rum, sour mix, Hibiscus simple syrup & red wine float! Great Concoction! We shared one of our favorite apps-smoked salmon with French bread! Very fresh! This quick dining experience worked well for us & is a nice option to have!

    Katie H.

    The food was incredible, and the flavors were stunning. We got the sample appetizer and it was such a nice way to try new things. It's a quiet little place, which is always nice. And the service was great. They even had some extra full loaves of bread at the end of the night that they gave us so they wouldn't have to throw it away. Absolutely will be back.

    Blake L.

    Went for the special Valentines Day dinner with my girlfriend. Everything was amazing. The setting, the food and the service were all 5

    a dessert with strawberries and blueberries
    Roland H.

    Great meal. Everything was excellent but the Rabbit Pot Pie was over the top. Great service and nice wine selection. Chef was super nice and visited our table. I'll be back next time through Omaha!

    Coq au vin

    Food was so delicious. The Coq Au Vin was so flavorful and fall off the bone. It's a little small on the inside, but filled with great food. The chef came out to wish my friend a happy birthday which was very personable and kind

    Entrance
    Navdeep S.

    First time here, the ambience is nice and cozy, the server were knowledgeable and the bar tender was fun to talk to. Made a good old fashioned with Cognac. Bread and butter is very French (although French don't have butter with their breads ). Ordered the mushroom blue cheese soup, salmon, chicken and Lamb Parmentier. Lamb was amazing, rest of the food items were great as well. Server was good and fun. Would come back for sure. Little bit on the pricier side though.

    Kevin P.

    I love Le Voltaire. Actually, it's my favorite restarant in Omaha. I've been here more times than I can count, and I'll continue going as long as they are still around. I've tried other French spots in town, and truthfully, they can't compare. The atmosphere at LV is small and quaint. There's a French "vibe" throughout, a small bar area, and a larger back room for bigger parties. The cocktail selection is good, and according to my girlfriend, their wines are awesome. Most of the staff I've spoken with have actually spent some time in France, and if I remember a conversation I had with a server one time, they will do work trips there from time to time as well. The chef is incredible, and I've been told he went to culinary school in France as well, so this place is about as authentic as you can get in ol' Omaha Nebraska. Obviously the food is the star of the show at this place, and I have yet to be disappointed by any dish I ordered. I love ordering whichever specials they are running when I'm in, and am especially a fan of the several different lamb and veal dishes I've had. This weekend's meal was no exception. I ordered the Veal Cheeks, and was absolutely blown away. The veal, per usual, was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and cooked to perfection. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and accompanied the veal excellently. I did skip the vegetables, and added fries for my side, because, well, fries, and they were incredible as well. The server actually brought out some of their aoli for the fries too, which put them over the top. The Foie Gras Toast was on point (lol get it?), the Apple Tart was awesome, and my girlfriend enjoyed the seafood stew she ordered (a little too fishy for my taste). I have never been let down here, and will continue to go as often as I can. Thanks for being great.

    Steak and frites
    Jen H.

    Le Voltaire is probably the most underrated restaurant in this city! A culinary genius owns this place!! It is situated in the Pepperwood Village strip mall, so it is kind of a funky spot, but it works! Per the reservation list, it appears to be quite popular. From the steak and fries to the French onion soup to the Choucroute de la mer, everything is exceptional! A Top 10 restaurant in Omaha!

    Brie Jossette.  Excellent!

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    Wonderful experience. Food was delicious, staff was friendly, and chef came out to speak with patrons. Will be returning shortly!

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    Authentic French dining experience from the menu to the service. Fresh and fine dining with a warm atmosphere. Bon appetit!

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    Great food and service. I had a blast and enjoyed the ambiance. I will come back for sure. Get the escargot and pate.

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    Ask the Community - Le Voltaire

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    We visited Au Courant for the first time this past weekend for my husband's birthday…read more The space is cosy and I really liked the overall ambiance they provided with the lighting (lights did slightly dim at 8). My husband wanted to try the chef's tasting menu but I unfortunately for him wasn't feeling very brave. Just a heads up; if you decide on the chefs tasting menu, everyone at your table needs to do it as well. While slightly less adventurous, we found some truly amazing dishes on their à la carte menu. For a starter, we ended up choosing the featured chovy's egg for the week which included beurre blanc, steelhead roe, and turnip. While I didn't try this myself, my husband enjoyed it. For the rest of the meal we decided to share the fagottini which was filled short rib and was placed on a bed of sweet potato with caramelized onion. The flavors on this were so delicious. The red wine they used was perfect. Next, came the pappardelle bolognese with basil and parmigiano. Again, amazing. So flavorful and so many different textures which elevated the dish so much. Last was our agreed upon favorite, the picanha that was served with a wonderful grilled/smoked cabbage and topped with hollandaise (though I think the menu said it was served with spinach and potato). I loved everything about this dish. The meat was cooked to absolute perfection and the cabbage (a total unsung hero) was delectable! I would 1000% get this dish again. We also both had their Raspberry Beret which was fantastic. A perfect summer drink. They have a little fun with their featured drinks; if the song they are named after is played during your visit, the drink is half-off! While Prince didn't end up serenading us, I do always love a little challenge! Our server was very friendly along with each staff member who brought our various dishes to us. Wow is all I have to say after visiting. I haven't loved everything I've eaten at a restaurant in such a long time. Will definitely be back!

    Went to Au Courant for their España pop up. It was my last dinner of my 30s and it was great. I…read morestudied abroad in Spain so I love anything spanish! There are no spanish restaurants in Omaha so when I heard they were doing a pop up I quickly snagged a reservation. My husband and I sat at the bar. I had a spanish spritz and my husband had the mojito. The mojito was delish! We ordered gazpacho which was probably my fav of everything that we ordered. It was a white gazpacho with green grapes and almonds. We also ordered the tortilla española, croquetas, queso flambeado, Cordero, and paella. Everything was delicious and reminded me of being back in Spain. It was my first time eating here but will def come back. This may be my new fav restaurant in Omaha! Oh! Forgot to mention. For dessert, had the tres leches. Tres leches is my fav cake and this one was def one of the best I've ever had.

    Cedar

    Cedar

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    West Omaha

    It may be a bold statement, but I say hands down Cedar has the best Espresso Martini in Omaha…read more Perfectly sweet, with the right amount of coffee flavor. Served cold with a light layer of foam. The vibes are intimate and is a great place to hang with friends. They have a huge menu of cocktails, beers, ciders, and some snacks. The bartenders are always friendly and keep your drinks full. There's a good amount of seating inside and a cute outdoor patio with heat lamps. I love the location too!!

    Not only do they have snacks, they make a fine cocktail, and have a very wide selection of beers…read more Also selections of ciders, sours, seltzers, and wines. It's excellent. The parking is okay. I'm here in opening hours, and it's packed out there. Not sure whose biz is flooded. This fine location has several people, but most arrived after me. Cools folks, too, FWIW The bar is rustic wood, with worn wood barstools. Charming. There are a varied set of tables with comfortable seats. While not huge, it's a reasonable sized bar. One TV at the far side of the bar. The bartender is cool. Someone called her Charlie and she responded. Served me a Manhattan with double the sweet vermouth, as requested. Hasn't quit moving. Whoever owns this place must be quite pleased with their work. I appreciate the black clothing worn by them. It's a look I favor. It's especially great when one's partner is at the nearby salon. Comfortable and inviting. Been here before. Will be here again!

    Boiler Room

    Boiler Room

    (378 reviews)

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    Downtown

    I've admired Boiler Room from afar. Collecting reviews from friends and telling others how much I…read morewanted to try it, even living a couple blocks from it...with never the 'right' circumstance to go. That all changed last night and it was beyond my wildest dreams. You arrive to a beautiful, semi-rustic open kitchen/bar concept and warm people who sat us at the coveted kitchen-view table (note, it gets warm--I love this). We shared the Valentine's menu; two starters, two entrees, and two dessert options resulted in us trying one of everything. The starters: Crudo--our surprising favorite--contained buttery yet tart scallops we couldn't shut up about, and fresh made tortellini in a rich red pepper sauce we were spooning out at the end. The entrees: a perfectly cooked crusted, yet tender steak with alarmingly good seasoned hasselback fingerling potatoes, and tender swordfish on a bed of creamy cous cous. The dessert: tart lemon mousse cake was a refreshing end, and a dark chocolate, caramel dish with chantilly I was adding to everything. I had a glass of brut champagne with the dinner and it acted a good cleanser between the numerous tastes but my date had the wine pairing, and that too, complimented everything perfectly. Right mix of acid, salt and sweetness.

    I'm obsessed with this restaurant. I've only been here twice because it's a type of place to go for…read morea special night in my opinion. The vibe in here is peaceful but moody which I love. The most recent time I came, I ordered chicken breast, and it was the best chicken I've ever tasted. It was cooked to perfection. Everything was so good. The service has always been prompt. The waitress gave us free macaroons for our anniversary which was sweet. Can't wait to come back here!

    Lola’s - Happy Hour $2 off Charcuterie and Wine, Tuesday - Friday 4-6pm.

    Lola’s

    (174 reviews)

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    Dundee

    To start off, Anja our server, was phenomenal! Quick to get orders in, all questions answered, and…read moreshe kept the waters full. She listed off all the daily specials and I'm so glad she did because the Croque Miss was a GREAT breakfast sandwich! The coffee and chai were some of the best I have had in a long time! The vanilla latte was made iced with oat milk and it was just sweet enough, something about the espresso beans just made it all blend together so well!! The chai was house made and it was SO great, like Christmas in a mug, just phenomenal. The food is different from other breakfast spots around Omaha. The croque miss was the breakfast sandwich special and it blew all other sandwiches out of the water. Thick bread, Dijon mustard, ham, and topped with 2 eggs! WOWOWOWOWOOWOW!! It was so complex and the flavors blended so well together! The only thing I wish there was more of was ham, just one more slice would have been great! The brioche French toast was thick, fluffy, and sweet. I loved the cranberries on top, another dish with great complementing flavors. The space itself is inside the Film Streams, it can seem funny walking into a theater and not going to see a movie but wow is it worth it! There are floor to ceiling windows to let in the beautiful natural light, plants all over and you can get your coffee to go here if you'd like! Lola's is definitely my new go to breakfast spot!

    Found our way in- 1st I can say the ambiance is lovely and…read morevery girl forward with is welcoming design and atmosphere, the service was very prompt, knowledgeable and delightful. However- the hot vanilla latte was tasty yet lukewarm- the sourdough doughnut was nice, the curry chicken completely missed. Bread with barely any curry chicken. I'd try it again to see if I could get a "hot" vanilla latte. And it is a lovely place.

    Mercury - Sugar plum fairy

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    (210 reviews)

    $$

    Downtown

    Mercury is always my go-to stop for a pre-show cocktail before heading to the Orpheum. The vibe is…read moresleek yet cozy, and the bartenders always seem genuinely excited about what they're mixing up. Their rotating cocktail menus are one of my favorite things about this spot -- each one has its own creative theme, and the current Halloween menu is such a fun touch. On my most recent visit, I tried the Poltergeist and the Bahama Rita on the recommendation of the bartenders -- both were absolute hits. The drinks here are always beautifully crafted and well-balanced, with a lot of thought behind the presentation and flavor combinations. My only complaint (and it's a small but sad one) is that they no longer serve entrées. I miss when Mercury had a full food menu -- their pasta and burger were truly underrated. These days, you'll only find light bar snacks, which pair well with the cocktails but don't quite replace a meal. Still, for creative cocktails, a stylish atmosphere, and great service, Mercury remains one of the best spots downtown.

    Everything was fine! Street metered parking is around. Easy to find restaurant. Service was good,…read morethere was only us (table of 3) and 2 people at the bar for a couple hours after 5pm on a Monday. They were out of a couple food items, and having a limited menu does take a large hit on the experience, but not their servers fault. Lots of couch sitting, not lots of eating normal table height seating. Indoor & outdoor seats. Nice downtown location right across from The Orpheum!

    Le Voltaire - french - Updated May 2026

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