Yes. Just... yes. If you haven't gone to this sweet little corner of the Old Market Omaha, you are truly missing out. I was delightfully introduced to this cozy corner by the ever busy Shannon, and she wasn't kidding when said her (Nicola's) Lasagna Mediterranean was to die for. I was gifted a few bites and let me tell you... what ever magic Nicola sprinkles on it, was DELISH. I'm hardly a red sauce fan but ok now.. I see you. Snagged their Tiramisu Martini... and it was just.. perfect. No where near burnt (martinis seem to trick a few up), with that cozy warm Kahlua kick on the back end. A definite will do again in my book! I was feeling a little appetizer-ee this evening so I chose the Bruschetta and Prosciutto e Melone as my meal, and it was plentiful! The sweet (melon) salty (prosciutto) combo, mixed with some tangy asiago was out of the park. I may even dream about this appetizer if I'm completely honest... never mind the pieces of delish bread, topped with finely diced tomatoes. Just everything paired really, really well and it's such a great summer eve meal - peep that patio folks! Not pictured, was a few bites of their Lemon dessert that was incredibly light, airy, fresh, the slightest hint of lemon (it won't smack ya in the face) and the best sponge to her cake. A LOT of love is included, and you can tell. read more

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In town for work and was recommended by a friend, by far the best Lasagna I've ever had. Great place!! read more

Nicola's - Lasagne Mediterranian - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Attentive service, cute interior and delicious food. A great experience, can't say enough about the generous portions, fresh ingredients and made to order delights; we will definitely come back - vegetarian friendly too. Salads were amazing too! read more

Nicola's - Spinach ravioli and meatball pizza - salads were amazing and fresh too! - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

It's been years since we've been here but tonight the weather was too good not to try and sit on their patio. Such a cool spot. There aren't many shaded patios in downtown Omaha so Nicola's has the ambiance that can't be beat. We enjoyed our food and the service was great despite them having a full house. read more

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Food was excellent!! Loved the small environment and loved supporting a smaller local restaurant. read more

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After attending a baseball game we wanted Italian and Nicola's was about a 20 minute walk from Charles Schwab field. Off we went - to the Old Market district! We made a quick reservation so we were seated very quickly. The server provided some good recommendations and shared about the menu. We didn't have to wait long for our drinks, salads and bread. Our party of 6 enjoyed our entrees. Portions were good, not too small or big. read more

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Great Service. Loved the outdoor patio. Not rushed. Good food. Fun time with friends. read more

This is my favorite Italian restaurant in Omaha, especially when it's nice outside so you can sit on the patio. The patio has trees overgrown covering it making it very cozy. The mushroom ravioli is my go to, so hearty without any meat required. You can tell this authentic, hand made pasta and service is always great read more

It's been awhile since I visited an Italian restaurant and I would say this is one of the freshly made authentic Italian food. The pizza, especially is good. It is topped with pesto sauce, artichoke, olives and shrimp and the shrimp is very fresh. The taste is great and honestly, if I were to come back, I might pick this again. My friend had the aglio olio and she said it was good. The only drawback is that the price is a lil on the higher side. The service is okay. read more

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A very pleasant evening on a beautiful shaded patio. We enjoyed salads and a couple of pizzas, a glass of wine, and a beer. Good service from the owner, Nicola, and a lovely time all around. read more

The pastas are so fresh, and SO good!! Shrimp and crab ravioli is I got it with a side of ragu sauce. The meat ravioli with meatballs is a hit too! All plates come with bruschetta. Served with side salad! read more

Nothing beats sitting on a patio with good weather and a refreshing bottle of wine. I did the spaghetti alla carbonara and oh my, it was good. The bad news is the tiramisu was the worst i've ever had. Pretty much inedible read more

Nicola's - Spaghetti Alla Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Date night of the month and we of course waited till the last day of the month, We had reservations for New Years Eve, we got the last reservation at 7:30pm, showed up 15 minutes early and was still able to sit us down right away! I didn't know how small it was 10 tables and 4 seats at the bar! Everything was great, atmosphere, service, food and wine! Parking is your typical downtown parking, meters and what not! read more

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I live by a "I'll try anything twice" mindset, and I'm SO glad we tried Nicola's again. I had the tortellini formaggio with prosciutto, and it was once again incredible. My boyfriend had the pesto fettuccine, and I was envious of his meal. The pesto was deliciously creamy and the portion was large. We finished our meal with a raspberry cheesecake and basically had to roll ourselves all the way home. I can't wait to come back in the spring and sit on the patio! read more

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We got food to go and it was delicious! It is a little pricey but so worth it. Pictured is the shimp scampi ravioli with added shrimp. It is so yummy (sorry, I forgot to take a pic before I took a bite). It has a hint of lemon to it and plenty of sauce. My hubby got the bolgonese and my son got the lasagna. They both loved it. We have eaten here before and the patio is beautiful. We have always had great service also. read more

Nicola's - Shrimp scampi ravioli - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Italian food at its best! First thing you notice when you walk in is how intimate the space is, it has an old school vibe where you can feel the history even though I am not sure how long has it been open. The pasta is so flavorful and the charcuterie was delicious. The waitress and staff we easygoing and paid attention and answered any question we had. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a chill place to have dinner at. read more

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1st time trying Nicola's.... And we will definitely be going back. The wait staff were amazing, the food was superb and sitting out on the patio on a summer evening made it all a wonderful night. Definitely one to try! read more

Wonderful atmosphere and delicious Italian. Nice outdoor seating on a weather perfect day. Great service and wine selection. read more

I went to Nicola's for the first time on my birthday for my birthday dinner. I had made a reservation beforehand over the phone which was an easy process! They had a lot of options on their dinner menu, but ultimately I got the fettuccine al salmon which was tasty! The service was great when we first arrived when they had just opened at 5PM and no one else was there. But as it picked up, the service became not as attentive and was good but not great. We sat on the outdoor patio which was really nice! There's a lot more space sitting outside instead of sitting inside. I think this would be a 5 star experience if we had better service and it felt more special for a birthday dinner. I would definitely come back especially when it is warm outside to sit on the patio. I love the trees and the lights! They also have a good selection of drink options. My fiancé got the chicken alfredo and would definitely come back! I would come back too. read more

Nicola's - Lemon Cream al Salmon Fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Came to Nicola's for a girls night. It was super tough to find a reservation, so I got excited thinking this would be a life changing meal. We arrived at 5:30 and the restaurant itself is cozy and cute. We ordered a martini (would not recommend) and some wine (great wine list). We ordered the prosciutto e melon and buratta to start, both fantastic. What bummed me out is I ordered the Penne Al Ragu at the recommendation of the waitress and it wasn't anything special. To be honest, it tasted like something I could get anywhere my girl friends ordered the gnocchi special and it was INCREDIBLE! read more

Nicola's - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Nicola's is a true gem in Omaha! Being from Omaha, l surprisingly have never been here until today. The food was outstanding -- full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. The atmosphere is warm and inviting (especially the back patio), and the service is top-notch. Nicola's personal touch and passion for great dining really shines through. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an unforgettable meal whether it's a date night, birthday celebration, or just in a the mood to leave the house. You will not be disappointed with this hidden gem. read more

My two girlfriends and I had an amazing night at Nicola's! I ordered the shrimp and lobster ravioli with the additional shrimp (worth it!). 10/10 for me. The pasta also comes with a small yummy salad. We ate outside on a beautiful night. All staff were busting their tails to provide great service. At the end of the night, we had the pleasure of meeting Nicola herself. She is an absolute gem. She went out of her way to write down several restaurants/attractions she thought we should visit while in town. Furthermore, she brought us THREE free desserts that she had made herself! They were all three wonderful. Fun fact she told us, Lynn Painter (popular YA romance author) has eaten at restaurant and named one of her book characters after Nicola's daughter. Lynn Painter has two characters go on a date at Nicola's and share her favorite vanilla lemon cake. read more

Nicola's is my "go to" place whenever I'm in town and desire a fantastic Italian meal together with a quaint, inviting atmosphere..., which translates to "always". Plus, their quality cuisine, delectable dishes, and varied wine/cocktail menu won't break the bank, yet it will certainly make a palate pleasing "deposit" on one's taste buds. Don't forget the luscious and light Lemon Cake, a staple signature of the Nicola's experience. read more

Nicola's - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

My husband and I came here for a Saturday date night dinner. Since it's summer, we had to sit outside on the patio! The patio area is lovely, the only downfall was being shed on by all the trees. It's a little secluded even for being downtown, but we could still feel the buzz of downtown nightlife. We both got pasta dishes and a side salad. The salad was really good, the pasta on the other hand, was fairly bland. It wasn't bad by any means, but it also wasn't very good, it was just...dough and sauce. The bruschetta appetizers were fantastic, though! I got an aperol spritz, which was good, no complaints. The wait time was a little long at the end of the meal, which is very European. I only wish the food would have been better so we'd want to return, but the food quality vs the price point isn't quite worth going back for the food. Perhaps for drinks! read more

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Decent atmosphere but my food came out a little cold. Enjoyed the app we had and I tried my husbands carbonara which was really good. Will probs get those next time. read more

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We were in Omaha at my brothers condo and he mentioned this place. Boy, I am so glad he mentioned it. We were very pleasantly impressed. Loved the close feel of this place. Thankfully we called ahead for a reservation. This place couldn't take walk ins that night as they had every table booked. We see why with the absolutely amazing fresh foods!! This is one of the best Italian restaurants we have ever eaten within the US. This place will not disappoint. The owners were amazing and took care of everyone, quickly, professionally and efficiently. We didnt wait long at all for our foods or drinks. BRAVO!!!! read more

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This place was amazing! It's the perfect small little authentic Italian place. It's small so definitely make reservations. We were lucky enough to snag two seats at the bar, but don't count on that. To drink, I had a Bellini and it was tasty and refreshing. For dinner I had the Lemon Cream al Salmon Fettuccine and it was to die for, SO GOOD! Perfectly creamy and the salmon was cooked perfectly too. My date had the Spaghetti Alla Bolognese and that was also really good. With each dish you get a small side salad and two little bruschetta/bread pieces. I was stuffed by the end! The waiters were all so attentive and very kind. I would highly recommend this place! read more

Nicola's - Spaghetti Alla Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Such a fun Italian spot for date night. Tons of wines and drinks to enjoy. Get like we were in a real Italian resteraunt in Italy. Staff was very friendly! read more

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Our 1st time here. All seating is outdoors on their tree covered patio. I called for RSVP, but was told 1st come, 1st served & open at 5 on Saturday. We arrived at 5:10 & it was 1/2 full. We quickly looked over the menu & made our choices: Cheese Ravioli, Penne Ragu & Thorn Merlot. We were able to give a spicy heat level to our meals that made it just the way we like it! Dinner meals come with a side salad & bread. Great homemade Italian salad dressing made the salad flavorful & Prisoner wine is fabulous with this dinner. We both got hearty meatballs with our pasta & if you haven't tried them you should. I've added Nicola's to my list of favorite Italian food in town! read more

Nicola's - Cheese Ravioli w Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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My husband and I went here for his birthday and it was just wonderful! We were sat right away and had such great service. The drinks and food are so delicious, you can't make a bad choice. We plan on going back soon! read more

Absolutely delicious. I was here in Omaha for a brief time but after going here once, I plotted my time to return before departure. The service is friendly with this low key vibe that they know their food is incredible. Every single bite had me going.... Mmmmmmm read more

Nicola's - Portobello Ravioli with pink sauce and broccoli - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Great service and delicious, authentic Italian cuisine. The perfect, small wine bar vibe.

I love supporting family owned businesses! The service was awesome. They were so friendly. I eat healthy and ordered the salmon with veggies and it was super tasty. The wine selection by the glass was good and they had a decent amount of Italians. I would come here again with family and try some of the other dishes. read more

Nicola's - Salmon with vegetables - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

We had a girls trip weekend and ate at Nicola's Saturday night. It was the BEST ITALIAN restaurant I have ever eaten at, and I travel quite a bit. We ate out in the courtyard at night and it was so pretty with the lights. The server was so friendly and helpful, and patient. Food was amazing, I sampled my mother in law and sister in laws plates as well. Hands down the best place to get Italian and I'll be back! read more

Nicola's - Fettuccine Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Stopped in on a Tuesday night - very attentive staff and was sat right away. Tried the wine recommendation (Pinot noir) and enjoyed it. The salad that came with the dinner had a delicious dressing! It had a good flavor and amount, but it didn't make it slimy. For dinner I had the portobello ravioli with meatballs in ragu sauce - absolutely delicious. And a please surprise was the bruschetta that came with the dish. Will definitely be back. read more

Excellent service and they were super busy with minimal staff but the wait staff knew what they were doing and how to pay attention to their customers. Beautiful site to sit outside and fresh and delicious food. Recommend to skip the martinis as they were warm and served in wine tumblers and portions seemed smaller than if served in martini glasses. read more

Nicola's - Pesci e Verdure:: Your choice of a Grilled Jumbo Shrimp paired with a Chef's Selection of Fresh Vegetables and Bruschetta. - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I'm so happy we finally got to experience Nicola's! The inside was small and intimate. Be sure to call for a reservation. We were able to get a table on the tree covered patio. The service is very attentive and courteous. Dinner was amazing, and the lemon cake is to die for. read more

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Never disappointed. Fettuccine El Salmone is smoky flavor perfectly mixed with lemon and creamy fettuccine.

This is our second visit and is unbelievablely worse than the first. We got ushered outside bt one person, who told us someone else would seat us, so we were left standing around for a few minutes outside until someone else came out, sat us and took off without asking for a drink order. We then waited more than five minutes to order drinks. Never got refills. Other tables heard about specials; we did not. People who sat down after we ordered our beer got their wine first. Food took forever, which they warn you about because it's made "fresh." After we got our app and our salads, and quite a long time after having ordered, the waiter came over to confirm what I had ordered and had gotten it wrong. After waiting forever again, we got food that was cold. Had to ask three times for refills and finally gave up. Our pasta was described as having a "bit of a kick" and was inedibly spicy (and we are from Texas). We pointed out the giant, raging ant pile near our feet several times and no one cared. Literally told us that someone had sprayed for bugs earlier but "must have just made them mad" and then did nothing else. Nothing here is very good, lots of things are very bad. read more

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This was my first time a Nicola's. It your looking for a cute Italian spot, this is it. They have a variety of wine selection and authentic Italian dishes. I was extremely excited to try the Pasta Carbonara, and it was delicious. My boyfriend got the Tortellini Ragu and he really enjoyed it. Each pasta dish comes with a side salad and two bruchetta toast. The space is small, I recommend getting there just before the dinner crowd. read more

Nicola's - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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