Observatory Bar and Grill

I had my birthday brunch here recently. I love 30hop for lunch/dinner but never had brunch...and…read morethat didn't change as I ordered my favorite turkey pesto with tomato soup and sweet potato fries YUM!! I did however get $1.99 mimosas and they were fab. We also got a piece of chocolate cake and oh em gee it was amazing. Highly recommend 30hop for any event or occasion. there is something for everyone.

first of all, they took away my wife's go-to staple Bacon Jam burger?! so now she's basically done…read morew 30 Hop secondly, seriously? only 6 IPA options? Iowa locations have 2-3X that! love 30 Hop but Omaha's got to step up their game

Crispy Buff. Chicken Cobb

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Salt foam paloma

Rookies Bar and Grill

4.5(46 reviews)

3.7 mi•West Omaha

This was my first time visiting Rookies. I was very pleasantly surprised to see a warm sports…read moreambience and such welcoming bartenders. Drinks were poured nicely beer nice and cold. Unfortunately we had dinner prior so I'm looking forward to going back and try a few menu items so much to choose from. Meet some new friends and old friends. Had a chance to meet the owner Neil who gave me some great history of the bar. See you soon Neil!

Best bar food in Omaha! Superb pork tenderloin sandwich huge amazing crispy breading, fry's two…read moremeals! Taco Tuesday is fried tacos or soft serve delicious also! 2.00$ per taco! Monday chicken fried chicken mashed gravy salad all delicious! Opens 2:00-? Friendliest bar staff also! Enjoy!!

Nachos

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Fried pickles

Rudys Bar

4.8(9 reviews)

6.3 mi•West Omaha

I've been here twice for St Patricks Day festivities and it's always a great vibe! Centrally…read morelocated and always busy, Rudy's provides a fun and energetic atmopshere that is equally lively as it is divey. Good service, and all the classic drinks.

You've probably heard this before and that's why you're looking for a review on it. Yes, it is that…read morefun! Rudy's has a great atmosphere and it's pretty full all the time, but around the holidays is definitely the most fun. A large party bus had just pulled up but it was still a great time and the service was as quick as it could be. Didn't eat the food this time around but will def be coming back for that!

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The Good Life Sports Bar and Grill

3.5(189 reviews)

2.8 mi•West Omaha

First of all, are you kidding me with the Volcano Tots?? OMG, these were odd but incredible. The…read moremix didnt make sense but my stomach said otherwise. Fantastic!! The combo wings which are 5 bone-in and 5 boneless is perfect for a couple. Very good crisp, great amount of sauce and ranch was legit. Our server was fantastic on Saturday around 10 PM (7/18) at a high top behind the bar. I've been to the one in Papillion which is good also but this one rocked.

Came to watch the World Cup with friends. I haven't been out to this location before and I was…read moreshocked with the size of the place. Absolutely massive. Wasn't a open seat in the whole place by the time the match started. Our waitress(wish I got her name) did all she could trying to serve everyone she was accountable for. She was great and didn't let the crowd get to her at all. She truly tried to deliver great service. That being said, the kitchen got backed up pretty quickly with all the people there so good ended up taking around 70 minutes or so. I got the Mac burger and thought the burger was flavored well and juicy. Toppings were really fresh. I wasn't a big fan of the sauce on the burger which is their house sauce. The tater tots had a great seasoning on them also!

Burger

Outside of original bar

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The Rusty Nail

3.8(69 reviews)

1.1 mi•West Omaha

This place has been here forever. Been coming here since I was in my 20s and still coming back. It…read moredoes help that it's right across from where I work, but it also helps that the prices are very reasonable. You're not expecting high class dining, but you do want what you're eating to be filling for the lower price. I ordered the cheesesteak and it was very good. I was surprised how fast it came out as usually it takes a while when others are also there, so that was nice. It's a good place to go to for a quick bite and drink after work, but also for a late night drink too.

The Nail is a classic place to head with coworkers for after work drinks and noshing, or at least…read morethat's what I've always been here for! Honestly, the food is pretty okay and drinks are too. Last time I came, I got an order of fries + ranch (such good ranch, akin to Runza ranch) and a glass of Chardonnay. It was the perfect after work treat and I wasn't expecting it to be the best wine or fries I've had. Manage expectations with food and drinks, it's the vibes here that you want, not necessarily great food and drinks. Laid back, casual, there are TVs ALL OVER, which is great if you want to catch a game. The service can be slow if they're really busy but it's quick if you come during slow times like early evenings on weekdays.

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Pickle pull tabs

Omaha Tap House - Pepperwood

3.9(276 reviews)

2.3 mi•West Omaha

First time at Omaha Tap House. Met up with a friend at 5:30 on a Friday night. The place was busy…read more We had to sit at the bar. My body hurts sitting at the bar stools but the service was excellent. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. She was considerate in giving us a heads up when she was about to make a blended drink so we knew when to pause our conversation. We shared the Wisconsin cheese curds that I thought were fine. My friend enjoyed them. I got the Jalapeño smoked cheddar smash burger. It was decent. Extremely messy with the spicy mayo. The prices are very reasonable. I didn't partake this time but they have a good amount of beers on tap. I think the pricing is very reasonable. Service was quick.

It's unlikely I'll return here. The server, Rachel P, didn't seem interested in serving all of us…read moreat the table. My dining companion ordered water for me. She never asked me if I wanted anything besides water. And she never asked if I wanted my water refilled during dinner. The burger was dry and the bun disintegrated while eating. I had to use a knife and fork instead of picking it up like a sandwich. Lots of wait staff standing around the entry area doing nothing. Floors were dirty.

Bar area

Bone-In Wings - 6

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Ref's Sports Bar & Grill

3.8(41 reviews)

4.6 mi

Tatum was amazing and incredibly attentive and nice. Food was great, atmosphere is fantastic!read more

If Zach isn't your bartender expect slow, shoddy service. When Zach is there - 5 stars. When he's…read morenot there - 1.5 stars.

Bar seats

Chicken fried steak with brown gravy.

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Buffalo chicken pizza

Let It Fly - West

2.7(41 reviews)

4.6 mi•West Omaha

Well, we went here to watch the game. We got there pretty early great set up for the TVs with a big…read morescreen. We set more of the raised bar that faces the screen one issue with that is I think they got too many chairs squeezed in between there wasn't just us mentioning other people that were sitting down there said there's too many chairs in between there maybe take a few out that might help. Good selection of beverages decent price. Started off with pickle chips and honey mustard. I've had better they come out with a little plastic cup of dipping sauce, which is half full at least you're gonna give a cup at least fill it all the way up decided to go with the Greek salad with an extra add-on of salmon salad was very good. It was a big salad. It says it came with kalmato olives, but I would say they were just black olives. Cowmeadow olives are normally reddish purple. These were black probably from a can. Almost definitely come here again. It's an easy location. The parking was very good. A nice environment to be at watching the game. There was good. I'm not sure they really needed a DJ in between timeouts, etc. But hey it gets people in. The staff was very attentive to Concerns and address them immediately so kudos to the staff. They were sure busy as for sure..

The food was pretty good. Ordered the smash burger and the let it fly burger. I liked the let it…read morefly burger more, but both were good. It also came with a side of fries, which tasted exactly like McDonalds fries. Not too salty and a decent crispy crunch. Our server was friendly, and the food did not take too long to be ready. The atmosphere of the place is your standard sports bar with a modern design. Tons of TVs to watch a variety of different sports being played that day. Good place to bring the family or to hangout with a couple friends.

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E'z Place

5.0(2 reviews)

2.1 mi•West Omaha

Super neighborhood bar just off Dodge at 156th so easy access for people coming from West or…read moreCentral O. Food is def a step up from the typical pub grub. GREAT pizza (meat lovers is my fav) burgers (Try the Roethlisberger) and wings. The owner Renee is super friendly and attentive, often tending the bar herself. Solid selection of liquor at the bar which is a nice place to sit. Plenty of TVs. The restaurant/bar is set in an L-shaped configuration with low and high-top tables spread out so you don't feel on top of each other but retains a cozy feel. For football fans, there are autographed jerseys of Pittsburgh Steeler greats, but Renee will put on whatever event you want to watch. Highly recommended. Has the comfy feel of a neighborhood spot but classier with a great menu that caters to men and women alike.

This is probably my favorite classy neighborhood bar in West Omaha. The location is perfect to…read moremeet up with my friends in Elkhorn and have a great experience. Renee and her staff treat everyone like royalty. Great pizza and drinks- what more would you want!

The Dandy Lion

4.1(16 reviews)

4.3 mi•West Omaha

I'd had my eye on this place since it opened--the name had me expecting something a bit more…read morerefined. But the aesthetic didn't quite match the vibe I had in mind. Leftover holiday décor (maybe from multiple holidays?) and a setup full of TVs, a pool table, and darts gave it more of a sports bar feel. To their credit, the bar itself is impressive, and the cocktail menu is clearly curated with intention. But overall, it feels more like a dressed-up dive bar than a polished spot. We played pool and had a good time, but honestly, it might serve them better to embrace the casual scene and rebrand--maybe just "The Lion"--to better fit the crowd and vibe. There's potential here, just needs clearer direction.

Great time was had...the music and DJ was GREAT..great space..drinks were perfect...Halloween Party…read morewas enjoyed by everyone...Bartenders and servers were very attentive and friendly (dressed like In and Out servers) the total vibes was nice...

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Jay N.

17 years ago

We stopped into this bar and listened to our favorite band the Lava Rockets this past Saturday evening. A small bar, but what a great place to go. There is a deck wrapping the around upstairs, pretty awesome. A older bar, but tons of charm. Some of the best bartenders I have seen in Omaha. You can tell that this place is full of regulars, but they reached out and sure made us feel welcome, which was a pleasant surprise. Prices were more than reasonable. We had some wings.....which were awesome. What a great place to go see live music....it is on our list!! read more

sherry d.

17 years ago

Have not been into this place in a few years. Stopped in Saturday night. Apparently it is under new management. They had a great band, full of people, and very clean. From what I remember, it was never a clean place....but I was impressed. Clean, bright, and full of people. Give them a try, it is a great little spot. read more

Jacki '.

142

9 years ago

Food is phenomenal and staff is even more exceptional! Service is awesome! Food and drinks always come very timely! Very clean! Lots of fun..... Darts, pool, shuffleboard read more

Zach M.

9 years ago

Amazing place. Didn't expect it to be tidy for a bar. Serves good food and serves em pretty quick. I'm adding you dear Observatory Bar and Grill to my go to places. read more

Donde P.

9 years ago

If you are wondering how a great five-star dive looks like check out Observatory

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