Full fledged five star American cowboy/grain town standout…read more I get to run up and down this country a lot, and can tell you it's worth it to hop off the highway and get a burger or a steak at the Gap!

We love the Windy Gap Saloon & Grill in Paxton, Nebraska! This is where the locals eat and we take…read moreour friends here when we want to give them the experience of a great steak or burger! Among our favorite menu selections is the "Juicy Lucy Burger", and the Rib Eye Steaks on Friday nights. We've enjoyed the Sunday and Daily Specials too. Can't go wrong with this place. It is family friendly too! Located in Paxton, Nebraska on main street.

This place is awesome. And I do mean awesome in that totally bad way - the way where it becomes…read moreenjoyable. It's one of the only bars in a tiny town in middle of nowhere Nebraska. All the locals turn out for the Cornhusker games. And no matter the time of day (during operating hours anyways), there are always a couple of, um, interesting locals hanging out. And, best of all, there's an "Illegal Immigrant Hunting Permit" hanging behind the bar. Yeah, for reals. If you want to experience small town, western Nebraska culture, this is the place to come.

I am in love with THE BAR!!!! You walk in and the atmosphere is also happpy friendly and welcoming…read moreit is A BAR it's exactly the way a classic bar should be no bcrap like Applebee's Wat a nightmare too many people tryin to keep their cool as they are squished tightly in their booths because the bar is full ya got family's coming into eat with their kids meanwhile the table next to them are loud cussing trying to fight THE BAR IS A PLACE WHERE ADULTS CAN KICK BACK RELAX AND GET THEIR DRINK AND SOCIALIZE ON NO PLACE CAN GIVE YOU THE EXPEROENCE LIKE THE BAR

First off I gotta admit that this was one of the best steaks I've ever had while traveling the…read morecountry many times in the past. We came in a lil over an hr before closing and wow the quality and flavor was amazing. Definitely worth the stop with out a doubt the service was amazing and everyone was so nice and friendly. Do not miss out if your passing through. It's a great place to relax and unwind before hitting the road again!

* Vintage vibe, decent steak, but pricey + stomach issues*…read more Stopped at Ole' S Big Game Steakhouse in Paxton because my brother said Nebraska does steaks right. The place definitely has character - it's vintage with taxidermy everywhere. Polar bear, giraffe, bull, deer heads on the walls. Feels like you're eating in a hunting lodge. *Food*: I ordered the boneless ribeye, medium rare. It was an average steak - easy to chew, but had more fat than I'm used to and the flavor was nothing special. Didn't dislike it, but wouldn't call it memorable. My daughter got the steak sandwich and my wife got the steak burger. We all agreed the food was delicious at the time. *The catch*: A few hours later my wife and daughter both had upset stomachs. I just felt bloated. My son was fine. Could've been a one-off, but worth mentioning. *Price/Service*: Restaurant itself is pricey. Menu items are fair, but the steaks are expensive for what you get. Service was fair - nothing bad, nothing great. If you're passing through I-80 in Paxton and want the experience/vibe, it's a stop. If you're driving out of your way for "best steak in Nebraska", I'd keep going. The taxidermy is the main attraction.

Walked in and got nothing but a nasty stare from the bartender.. very rude and unwelcoming!! Out…read morehere for work and I'd never come here again!! Definitely recommend people do not come here!!! 10 o'clock bartenders are rude and very unwelcoming! Not a place I'll spend my money at again! One drink and leaving

Stopped by this gem on the way through town and the service and atmosphere made my day. From pool…read moretournament brackets to killer music on the touch tunes, this is the place to be in North Platte.

Awesome dive bar and liquor store. Definitely check it out if you are at the Ogallala KOA, it's…read morewalking distance!

I stopped into the Ponderosa last weekend on my way to Denver to get an ice cold beer and something…read moreto eat. The people in there were really nice to me and made me feel right at home. Especially my bartender. She was an Alabama fan just like me, friendly and absolutely beautiful. Can't wait till I go to Des Moines again. I just might stop in there.

So we were just driving through but we didn't want fast food. A lot of places closed at 7 and they…read morewere open till 9 so they won. I LOVED that you could just place your order, find a table and they'd bring it to you. Fill your drinks yourself so no bugging for refills. Definitely more of a rustic restaurant but clean and helpful people. Lots of fun menu options but they were busy so it was 45 mins for our food thankfully they had a pool table and shuffleboard! A kids area with some books and a chalkboard. We sat outside because we had been cooped up in the car and all the kids were playing on the big hill next to us! lol They ran out of fish n chips and they flew my husbands new order out in less than 5 mins

Not open when we showed up at 7p on a Saturday? Both Google and Yelp stated they would be open.read more

Sat at the bar. Service was great. Sampled lots of brews before deciding. We're very happy with…read morethe everything we tried. Made it hard to decide. Apps and meals were perfect. Would definitely come again. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

We stopped here for a mid afternoon lunch, and my husband really enjoyed the beer choices, the…read moreveggie pizza and the beer keg shaped urinals! The service was great, as was my salad.

Passing through from Michigan after a long 13.5-hour drive, we were searching for the best upscale…read moredining experience in North Platte, and North 40 Chophouse exceeded our expectations. Practically perfect in every way. Amelia and the rest of the staff were attentive, genuinely welcoming, and kept everything running seamlessly from start to finish. Both of us ordered the Prime Rib Dip with fries--and wow. The beef was incredibly tender and flavorful, with not a trace of fat or gristle. The rich, savory au jus added even more depth, and the horseradish sauce brought just the right amount of kick to complement every bite. Even the fries arrived hot, crisp, and satisfying after a full day on the road. Although we visited on a Monday and missed the live piano music, the warm atmosphere, outstanding food, and exceptional service more than made up for it. North 40 Chophouse delivered an experience that was well worth the stop, and we'll gladly return the next time our travels bring us through North Platte.

We just drove 10 hours today and we're looking for a nice restaurant to have dinner and a drink. We…read moresat in the bar area and ordered off the tavern menu. We both had a prime rib dip and it just melted in your mouth. We ended up sharing an espresso crème brûlée for dessert and it was delicious as well. Service was great and our waitress was very friendly and sweet. If you're in town and looking for a great place to eat, I would highly recommend this.

Don't waste your time. The place is gross and the owners are rude. The drinks are over priced for…read morewhat you get.

I love this place,great service(pretty gals)buckets of ice cold beer and if you're a gambling…read morede-gen like myself u can lose ur Tijuana child support money

They have a great thing going on at DJs . Couldn't ask for better service than this place has! The…read morefood was excellent and it was a busy noon lunch while we were there! Nice set up of the bar and tables. Not crowed together like some bars are! Can't wait to go back for my second meal

Great place!! Wishing Angela and Jake all the best!! We'll see you soon!! Visit this cute little…read morebar for great food, cold drinks, and great staff. Enjoyed many conversations with Angela. Wishing you all the best in the future. Wish we were down the street, but worth the drive.