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Sauced by Alfaro

4.1 (114 reviews)
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Sam W.

Cute little counter order spot in Papillion! Definitely on the smaller side for eat-in seating with 4-5 tables for 2 and one for 4. I think the restaurant is more set up for to go orders with only a drink fridge for drink options. We were dining in and started with the dipping tots. They came with a spicy ranch that was really yummy. Next came our entrees. They package everything up to-go style with fries as the side. Very good chicken sandwich, but HUGE. Mine came with 2 chicken patties. One patty eventually fell off and it was much easier to eat. Chicken was crispy and flavor was really good. Overall love supporting small, and we will definitely be back. But maybe ordering to go as the seating was a little tight and the sandwich was a little messy!

Juliette D.

I have been meaning to try Sauced for over a year now, but I knew I wanted to strategically plan when I go, since I have heard how popular they are and wait times can be long. We went on a Thursday night around 5pm and we were able to walk right in and order. Our wait time for food was only 20 minutes, so we went out to the patio to grab a seat. They do share a patio with Twisted Vine and there are servers from that come over and take your drink orders, which was super nice. I tried the Honey Sriracha Chicken Sandwich and it was amazing. I don't usually do too well with spice, but this was manageable. The tomato and lettuce on the sandwich helps give it a refreshing feel, since the sandwich is a bit heavy! My friend ordered the bang bang Dirty Curdies and I almost went in to order my own serving . The cheese curds are super fresh as well, i will probably order those every time I go in the future. I do wish they didn't serve the food in to-go boxes as it is a bit hard to eat. If you are cautious of the long wait times, try to plan going on an "off time" because it is worth the trip!!

The Big Dill with fries
Jay B.

Service was quick! Food was great, I tried dippin tots special and big dill chicken sandwich. The chicken was juicy with crisp breading. The only complaint is there isn't much space in the shop to eat, the tables are rather small for the boxes and big sandwiches, would suggest getting it to-go.

Bang Bang Shrimp Taco
Elma L.

I ordered the Bang Bang Shrimp Taco, which comes as a single taco for just under $10. I would highly recommend ordering more than one--not because of portion quality, but simply because it's so good you'll immediately wish you had more. While it doesn't completely fill you up on its own, the flavors absolutely deliver. The taco is extremely flavorful, with a perfectly balanced sauce that enhances the shrimp without overwhelming it or making a mess. The crunch from both the shell and the shrimp is incredibly satisfying and adds great texture to every bite. When I arrived around 5:30 p.m., it wasn't very busy, but by the time I left around 6:15 p.m., the place had started to fill up. I placed my order and waited about 45 minutes, as I did order additional items for my coworkers (not pictured). Parking is street-only, so be prepared to park nearby and walk in--especially during peak hours. I've heard a lot of great things about this spot, and it definitely lived up to the hype. My coworkers swear by the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich, so that will be next on my list. While the prices are slightly higher than nearby options, the quality, flavor, and overall experience make it well worth both the wait and the cost.

thai Cauliflower

Dont let this small building deter you from the BIG flavors on this menu. Tried many chicken sandwiches across the metro, this is by far my favorite. Chef takes great pride in her food and it shows! There is a nice back patio to enjoy, lots of other bars/restaurants close

The Big Dill
Kristy H.

I wanted to like this so much more than I did! :( The hype is unreal and people always rave about it but unfortunately I wasn't blown away. I do appreciate the massive size of the chicken and the creativity of the different sauces but I think I'm not the biggest fan of the breading when it comes down to it. I got the Big Dill and my Husband got the Bang Bang sandwich. We both really liked the fries. The plain and the brisket fries. This place does have a massive following. We went after 3 on Saturday and the wait was still over an hour. Luckily we went next door to have a few drinks while we waited and then could even eat there since seating is so limited.

Jalapeño popper cheesesteak, amazing, and huge!
Chris D.

There is never a meal that is not good here! Lucky to have such a talented female chef in Nebraska! Not my first time eating here, but I really wanted to try the jalapeño popper cheesesteak! This is how a cheesesteak is supposed to be made, thin sliced ribeye melt in your mouth! The seasonings were amazing but maybe a bit too spicy for me which I was surprised after the reviews but it's all good! I can take some spice but let's face it. It was so good. I just wanted to throw it in my mouth, but I had to go slowly because of the spice. My only comment other than it was amazing would be that there was too much meat on my bun... said no one ever! it was a huge sandwich plenty for two people! Next time when I am not shoving it in my face, I will pull half of the meat off and enjoy the bun to meat ratio and have a snack for later! Simply amazing! Thank you, Chef!

Fries
Bev C.

Really not a long wait and got a table inside! I ordered Jalapeño soup and was blown away when it came with tender chicken, potatoes, bacon, onions and carrots. All in a light broth with a slight hint of heat. GET IT! I got an extra order to take home. My friend had the Dill pickle chicken sandwich. It was so large she took 1/2 home and half of the fries for another meal. The fries are so crispy with a fabulous dipping sauce. Yummy!!! I got the French dip. It was great! Nice rich flavor in the dipping broth for the sandwich. 1/2 went home with me. Really nice people working there. Great service. Clean restaurant. My small do better is that I wish the cook was wearing plastic gloves instead of bare hands with all the ingredients, containers and cooking utensils he was touching as well as making the sandwiches. I can't wait to go back!!!

Samantha L.

A cute and small restaurant in downtown papillion next door to twisted vine. So many good options to choose from will be trying the cauliflower next time !

Salted Caramel Whiskey sandwich
Eileen D.

I'm not sure how Sauced popped up on my radar but the website photos are awesome and enticing. I couldn't wait to try it! One photo you won't see on the site is a picture of the interior, and that's too bad. It wouldn't have stopped me from going, but I would have had different initial expectations. It's a hole in the wall. I dont say that disparagingly, but to prepare you for the crush. There were two couples in front of us when we walked in, and the result was an immediate backup. You order at the counter and the expectation, I gather, is that you will move to the back of the store and out to the courtyard. Too chilly for us to do that, so we grabbed one of two tables in the front window and watched the crowd enter and wrap the counter toward the back. This was at 1140 on a Saturday morning when Sauced opens at 1130. Good for them this popularity -- and well deserved, but again, be forewarned. We had scoured the online menu and knew exactly what we wanted, so placing our order at the counter was quick, but it came with what I believe is the standard response, "That'll be 20-30 minutes. Is that ok?" For us, it was perfectly fine. These chicken delights are hand breaded and prepared to order. Delicious takes time. (Upon reflection, it probably was closer to 40 minutes, though.) There were at least three couples for whom that wasn't OK, as they immediately turned and left. Not in a cranky angry way, just, "nope." Their loss. We started with Dippin' Tots, croquettes stuffed with cheese, bacon and chives. They come with a fantastic Kickin' Bacon Ranch Dip. Glad we tried them, they were good, but could've used a little more crunch on the outside. Sorry, no picture, but the website has a great one. Next up -- Adult Chicken Nuggets. These babies are a great size for dipping, they have a fantastic super-crunch that tastes delicious and doesn't tear up the roof of your mouth (IYKYK), and the selection of dipping sauces is adult and wildly varied. We tried Sweet Thai Chili (pretty standard), Bourbon Honey Mustard (the BEST -- after that Kickin' Bacon Ranch), Bourbon BBQ (guessing this was maybe 80% bourbon?), and Bang Bang. The overwhelming Bourbon in the BBQ sauce made it a disappointment, but the others were very good. Fries come with the nuggets and they were FANTASTIC! Crunchy, salty, slightly greasy without going mushy. I ate every last one! Next up, the Salted Caramel Whiskey sandwich. Super-sized, to say the least! We took one chicken tender off to save for later, and it was still an overwhelming sandwich. The brioche bun was just ok, as the bottom had steamed to mush from the heat and weight of the chicken. The chicken itself was nice, but almost nondescript, outside of the amazing crunch it still delivered even after being dipped in sauce. As for the salted caramel whiskey flavor, it came off as a delicate whisper of sweetness, but neither really caramel or whiskey. I like my fried chicken with iced tea, but sadly the variety offered was bottled Gold Peak, a really wretched option, so we went with Coke, but more sugar was not really what we needed this day. All in all, the food was delicious and the people are nice, but there's a vague sense of, "take this and go ..." which you might want to do, since it's pretty small inside. It made the "experience " less than amazing, but that's as much on me as anything, having had no idea what to expect. I'd definitely go back, there are so many options, but if YOU go -- allow lots of time, choose a nice day so you can sit outside, and be prepared for leftovers! (My pictures absolutely cannot compare with what is shown on their website.)

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Reviews are largely positive. People enjoy the creative, flavorful sandwiches, friendly staff, and the patio and drinks next door.

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Food was tasty and different. Have to come back and try other things on the menu for sure.

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Reuben Cheesesteak and the bang bang cheese curds are amazing. Long waits, but that's a good issue to have.

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Food was so good and plenty of it. My hubby and I both had leftovers. Service was great! We will definitely be back..

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My favorite restaurant of all time. I could eat this for every meal for the rest of my life. Staff is awesome too!

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