the definition of don't judge a book by its cover.. this classic omaha hole in the wall exceeded my…read moreexpectations with their delicious pizza and friendly service. FOOD : we got a few orders - but i personally ordered the gluten free pizza with cheese, basil, and banana peppers. It wasn't too greasy which i liked and it had just the right amount of flavor in all the places it needed it. I love that it was straight out of the brick oven and cooked to perfection. I got the gluten free crust because it only had olive oil, whereas the other normal gluten pizzas have a mixture of olive oil oil and soy bean oil. The pizza was light because the crust was thin, but I still prefer the double zero Italian flour over the American flour overall it was a good pizza and I enjoyed it, however, still probably not in my top favorites for omaha! The table at large really enjoyed their pizzas, I think if you just want a quick basic pizza that's good and better than going to a fast food spot, this is a good choice, but if you're looking for high quality ingredients with local sourcing, this isn't it. Alas, it was still really good and we enjoyed our food! SERVICE : it definitely gave a mom and pop feel, we had exceptionally kind Service and really enjoyed the people that we met. They were extremely helpful and made it feel homey! ATMOSPHERE : Very much so a hole in the wall - I'm not going to lie, I was a bit turned off by the ceilings and the cleanliness of the place. I get a little bit freaked out when it comes to atmosphere / food so this was a bit of a downfall for me!

Yummmm This pizza…read moretasted fresh and was so yummy. I love that you can do half and half I enjoyed the pepperoni Italian sausage and mushroom with marinara sauce the most The other half just wasn't my preference but still enjoyable. We also got the house salad which was a typical salad Service was super welcoming and pleasant. Their menu is pretty busy but I felt no rush to make my order The vibe is very mom and pop, hole in the wall type of place. Restrooms were in an odd spot, seems like you could get locked out? Without a prop lol Maybe could be a little tidier Overall, would come back when in the area!

I've been to Lyle's a handful of times over the years, and after a gap of over a year, my recent…read morevisit reminded me why I keep coming back. I went with the Tre Carne: fennel sausage, pepperoni, mozzarella, and oregano topped with thinly sliced prosciutto draped over everything. Salty, savory, and seriously satisfying. The sourdough crust is the standout! thin but sturdy, with a blistered edge that's airy and satisfying.

Great pizza and great vibes! Grabbed a mid week lunch here with a friend and it did not disappoint…read more Service is so friendly too! We split the Caesar salad, Bianco pizza, and the Tre Carne pizza. The Tre Carne pizza was definitely my favorite. SO good. I added hot honey on top because it sounded good. I feel like you could add their hot honey on any of their pizzas and it'd be amazing! The Bianco pizza wasn't my personal taste but worth a try! I suggest the Caesar salad if you visit. It's so well done and very refreshing! I hope to be back to try more!!

Pizza Quest -- Episode 3: Built with Love…read more The campaign continues. Next stop: Piezon's Pizzeria a neighborhood stronghold with a robust menu that offers plenty of choices without feeling overwhelming. For this session, I picked up: One slice of the Oh Mio Dio One slice of the Mahalo with jalapeños The standout of the encounter was the Oh Mio Dio. The combination of fiery chicken and cream cheese landed exactly where I like my pizza builds to be--bringing the perfect balance of heat and coolness in every bite. The Mahalo took a different path. Built with Canadian bacon, pineapple, and cream cheese, it already offers a unique take on a Hawaiian-style pizza. Adding jalapeños gave it just enough kick to complement the sweet and savory flavors without overwhelming them. I can see why it's my wife's favorite. The menu itself deserves credit. There's a lot to choose from, but it never feels complicated. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a first-time visitor, finding your next slice feels straightforward. What stuck with me most, though, was the atmosphere. The walls are filled with stories and adventures drawn by kids, while pizza trays signed by Husker fans cover the space with messages and memories. Everywhere you look, there's evidence that people care about this place and that this place cares about its community. Heart 18 (+4) From children's drawings to signed pizza trays, the entire restaurant feels built on memories, traditions, and community. Wisdom 16 (+3) A menu with plenty of variety that remains easy to navigate and approachable for any adventuring party. Dexterity 17 (+3) The Oh Mio Dio balances heat and coolness with precision, while the jalapeños on the Mahalo add just the right amount of extra movement to the build. Session 3 Complete. #PizzaQuest #OmahaFood #OmahaEats #FoodJourney #SupportLocal

Hour and a half wait with a door dash order and then the restaurant canceled the order. Don't have…read morea take out if you can't make it work.

Mootz isn't just the best pizza place in Omaha, it's in the running for the best Omaha restaurant…read morePERIOD! I was blown away by every aspect of Mootz. Get ready for a novel of a review! I warned you... The exterior of Mootz is basically the same as all of Countryside Village (which is probably a requirement), but the inside is a different story! The interior is all white and bright, and super clean. They really let the food and service do the talking without needing to dress the place up (which I appreciate!) The star of the show is their Acunto brick oven. It's gigantic, with white tile, and their Mootz name at the top. They had it made in Naples and it was definitely worth doing that for this amazing centerpiece of the space. And the oven is not just for looks, it puts out some of the best pizza I have ever had. I am not usually a fan of pizza crust, and only eat the main "body" of each slice, but at Mootz, even the dough and crust is flavorful and tasty! It has a salty and (super) semi-sweet flavor. It makes each slice all the better. That's just an example of how much they obviously care about the product they are producing. We got to chat with many of the staff, including Mootz himself, his dad, and others, who were all extremely welcoming, kind, and helpful. My husband and I are doing the ABCs of Omaha restaurants we haven't been to yet, and Mootz was our M pick. We didn't plan to tell them that's what we were doing, but when two people are ordering two whole pizzas, there's a little bit of explanation needed - LOL! Once they knew that was what we were doing, they made sure to help us pick the slices to try that they loved best, and based on what we were craving. What's great about Mootz is that you can order just a single slice of a certain flavor, or get a full pie of different flavored slices. Because of this, we were able to try 8 different flavors of pizza! We ordered slices of the Buffalo Chicken, Cheeseburger, Chicken Alfredo, and Jalapeño Oaxaca for one pizza, and then the second pie we did a lot of the normal pizza flavors, so slices of the Cheese, Pepperoni, Supreme, and Margherita. They were ALL fantastic (and I am not exaggerating), but our favorites were the Cheeseburger, Buffalo Chicken, Margherita, and Jalapeño Oaxaca. I'm a cheeseburger girlie and I achingly missed the Cheeseburger Pizza that Pizza Shoppe (RIP) used to have. But no more missing that flavor - the Mootz version is so great, it has satiated that craving! The Buffalo Chicken was BOMB! Not too spicy of a buffalo at all, and the chicken is juicy and flavorful. They make their own Ranch too, and the Buffalo Chicken dipped in that was perfection. (And in mentioning the house made ranch, we also had a side salad that we shared, with that ranch, and it was awesome - very well dressed and with lots of veggies!) The Jalapeño Oaxaca was a fave because I appreciated the heat that the jalapeño gave, and the crema on top giving it a creaminess that counterbalanced the spiciness. The surprise of the day was the Margherita! I normally don't order Margherita pizza just because it's not too full of toppings or flavor usually - but that's not the case at Mootz. The dough being so flavorful works wonderfully with their delicious pizza sauce, basil, and SO much cheese (parm, Romano, mozzarella). It's a lighter slice if you aren't wanting anything too heavy, but that doesn't mean it's not big on flavor! And to round out the meal, they have some awesome desserts too. We tried the tiramisu and the chocolate chip cookies. Tiramisu is my favorite dessert, but my husband on the other hand does not super enjoy it (since he's not a coffee lover). But we BOTH loved the tiramisu at Mootz! It comes in a little cup and it's almost "crumbled" (vs layered, like a normal tiramisu slice), which gives each bite a little bit of each layered flavor. Yum! The chocolate chip cookies were on point too; chewy, sweet, soft, and definitely homemade. We made a great decision to try Mootz for our M restaurant, because it was so dang amazing. I definitely recommend you go here for your next night out, immediately, right now! Do it!

Had Mootz for the first time. It's a solid 4 stars. Crust is really good. The pizza are a tad small…read morefor the pricing. Felt it could use a tad more sauce and cheese. They cook extremely quickly in the oven so your wait time is short which is nice. Located in Country side village towards the back.

Cool place with delicious food. Located in the Builders district which is up and coming. The place…read moreis very nice inside. Our server, Jack, was great! He guided us through the menu and gave great suggestions. We started with the Seasonal Brushetta which was yum! Although, the amount of bread included isn't proportional. We got tricked into paying for another round of bread which we weren't told was an additional cost...I had the Pepperoni pizza and added hot honey - delicious! Overall, the food is high quality. I'd eat here again!

So glad my daughter suggested this place! Absolutely a no miss spot in Omaha. A solid high end…read morepizza place which I have been missing in Hawaii. We had 4 people and ordered 4 pizzas. We got patata, rustica, margherita, and prosciutto. My choice was the prosciutto and it was a perfect blend of arugula and vinegrette and salty prosciutto. Mmmmmmm yeah. Every single one was delicious and made perfectly. That was too many pizzas for us but we wanted to try them all. (Kinda like Pokémon) Coupled with the local hazy IPA after a long day out. It was a home run for sure. The prices were reasonable and waitstaff was kind and courteous and helpful. The restaurant was clean and spacious and the bathroom was shared with an ice cream place (more on that later) but it was clean and easy to find. Don't hesitate to try this place. You won't be disappointed!

This restaurant has become one of my go-to spots because the food is consistently great every time…read morei visit. The pasta dishes are definitely quality over quantity, which I appreciate. I love a good pizza and theirs is some of the best I have had in Omaha. I love that they have some rotating flavors. Their drinks are also excellent. I like their selection of wines, and all of the other cocktails I have tried were well done. As far as happy hour, this is one of the best around with great options and a nice atmosphere. When it's nice out the patio is relaxing. One thing I really appreciate is that reservations can be done quickly online, parking is conveniently right in front, and the service is always fast and attentive without feeling rushed. Highly recommend!

Yes! So much yes! Go! I waited too long to try this. We showed with a party of 8 for a birthday…read moreordering all sharing plates...every person had glowing reviews. The rigatoni was a top runner, with gnocchi, bucatini and marg pizza as contenders. All the flavors were rich, with quality ingredients. The environment had quite a few tables but still felt intimate. Our server too--the best! Recommendations, refills, samples, clearing...she was on it. It was an upscale yet slightly causal vibe. I already want to go back the next day.

Just found out Bernie's has closed permanently. Beyond sad. This was my favorite pizza in Omaha by…read morefar. Plus it's just sad to see a long lasting Omaha small business close. Sad day!

Best pizza I've had in a long while. They made it exactly like I asked, and it was delicious…read more The nice fks running this please were so friendly. I definitely recommend trying their pizza if you're nearby.