The restaurant is well lit and the decor is truly incredible and inviting. The music wasn't too…read moreloud either which allowed for conversation which was nice. The service was excellent and our server was attentive. Went there for their fried chicken which was highly recommended but was not a fan. The chicken is under seasoned and dry. Even with the dipping sauce it needed more flavor. Didn't even take a picture because it wasn't that good looking either. It was underwhelming to say the least. However, the biscuits were DELICIOUS. Crisp and amazing with butter and jam. We ordered the fried green tomatoes as well which were tasty and crunchy, they came with tasty goat cheese and some sauce, while I do wish there was a bit more sauce it was still a great choice. The Mimosa flight was good but it wasn't anything special, I do wish for the cost that there was a bit more going on or even bigger portions. Overall good place to go with a good variety of options.

We stopped here for brunch with family on Sunday, and I don't know how it wasn't packed! Every…read moresingle thing on the menu sounds fantastic. We started with the biscuits, which came out hot and fresh. These were so delicious and buttery, and the peach and blueberry jam took them to the next level. My husband and I both had the mountain morning bowl. To me, this is a perfect breakfast! Goat cheese grits, crispy potatoes, egg, a little spice...YUM. The other members of our party also loved their meals. I can't wait to come back and try more!

My wife and I went to Mouth of the South, as she knew I love New Orleans style food and culture,…read moreespecially gumbo. They had some jazz playing on the overhead speakers but not too loud so you could hear the person you are with. They had a chandelier made of trumpets and trombones draped in carnival beads. We went just before 5 on a Saturday and it was not too full. It got quite busy by the time we left and I can see why! We usually do not get appetizers but I had to try the gumbo. I got the small so I could leave room for the meal. It was hot, and tasted very fresh and authentic. Our server, Alex, was very enthusiastic and quite knowledgeable about the many dishes they had. The hardest part for me was to choose what to get as everything sounded so good. I got the Andouille breaded red snapper, which was pan fried, served with a crawfish cream sauce, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables (green beans and yellow squash). It looked as good as it tasted, which was incredible! My wife got a burger and fries which she said were also very good. We had to try the Beignets, which I haven't had in a very long time. They were hot and crispy, covered with a blanket of powered sugar, and served with a chocolate sauce and a whisky sauce. They were delicious and definitely reminded me of being back at Cafe du Monde in the French Quarter. We left full of some of the best food I had ever eaten, and felt like we were treated like family while we were there. This has quickly become my favorite restaurant in town and look forward to returning to try some of their other amazing looking food. If their other dishes are as good as what I just had, I will likely never want to go anywhere else.

We were excited to try this place for the first time, but after waiting about 20 minutes without…read moreseeing a server, we had to ask around for help. It was disappointing to see another couple who arrived after us get served right away. The server we asked did end up helping us, but I did expect a manager to come over and at least apologize--unfortunately, that didn't happen. The food was not bad and definitely tasted made to order, though the jambalaya was a little dry. The restaurant was pretty loud, which is expected. On a positive note, the server we ended up with was very nice. Overall, I will not be returning. Another frustrating issue was with the entrées: you cannot substitute mashed potatoes and grits as sides, with fries or something else that you actually enjoy eating, which was disappointing. This is something the owner may want to consider changing.

The Shrimp Po' Boy was amazing! The taste was spot on and the quality and quantity of shrimp was…read moreoutstanding.

Sharing space with Ted & Wally's in the heart of Benson, A Taste of New Orleans is a hidden…read moretreasure. My daughter and I decided to walk the shops of Benson today and stopped in to get ice cream. Seeing the menu, we quickly decided to get the Bacon, Ranch & Cheddar Cajun Fries with the house made Who Dat punch. It was delicious and filling for the two of us. Generous amount of bacon, ranch and cheddar on fries that stayed crispy and had the best flavor and texture. We will definitely be back to try other items soon. Unfortunately, we were so stuffed that ice cream was out of the question.

Hidden treasure in the heart of Old Mill. As my friend said, "more people need to know about this…read moreplace." All of the food is made to order, and it's authentic Louisiana fare. Friendly staff, decent bar, and great meals. Budget-friendly food that's better than the standard whatever you're used to. Cool vibe - can't wait to go back. Also - check out their reverse happy hours - weirdly early and extra-late. Great deals. Cheers!

We live right by Acadian Grille, so we pop in there pretty often. It's a nice little Cajun…read morerestaurant, which there are not many of in Omaha. The interior is a little boxy, but with lots of decor like chandeliers with Mardi Gras beads hanging down, some uplighting, and cute New Orleans pictures on the walls. Our favorite little side/app, are the Boudin Balls, which are kind of like hush puppies, but with a nice helping of remoulade on top. Yum! My fave go-to entree is the Five Pepper Cream pasta, which is fettuccini tossed in a creamy creole sauce, with a huge breaded filet of blackened chicken on top. Another favorite is the Creole Mac, which is a Mac and Cheese, but with a spicy sauce/spices on top, and filled with andouille sausage as well as sliced, grilled chicken. It definitely has a kick, so if you're averse to any heat, then maybe choose something else. And lastly, I sometimes get the Cajun Meatloaf, if I'm feeling like a heavier dish. It is meatloaf, like you've obviously had a million times, but it is sitting in a dish full of grits and sweet potatoes, and topped with a creamy white béchamel sauce. They also have a lunch size portion of this, which I appreciate. And each entree comes with a little slice of cheesy bread, that's great to dip in the extra sauce of your dish! We sometimes also get the desserts, and they have a great crème brûlée and bananas foster. It's hard to find a good bananas foster in Omaha, and theirs is really good, and very large! The service we have had has always been pretty good, but we did have a weird encounter with one server recently. She made a joke about something (I can't even remember what it was), but it was a little bit poking fun at my husband. It was fine and we all laughed a little at it, but what was weird was that she kept coming over and repeating it over and over in different ways. It was a little annoying and awkward. The owner (I think?) was walking around making sure everything was ok and chatting with each table, so he was great - no complaints there. I will say the only other drawback is that it definitely is not an inexpensive place to eat, so you can't return TOO often. But when you do, you better come hungry and it needs to be a special treat. Acadian Grille is one of only a few creole/cajun restaurants in Omaha, so definitely give them a try if you are looking for that style of food - or know it and want to find it in Omaha!

This is hands down the check chicken and fish in Omaha. I wish it hadn't taken me this long to try…read moreit! Watching my meal be made after I ordered it was one of the joys of dining at Big Mama's: You know it is fresh! The location is a non-traditional restaurant because it sits inside a larger dining hall. But there is ample parking and tables along the street next to it. Price was very fair for the quality and quantity of food I ordered. I went with the fish and chicken combo with a side of sweet potato pudding. While the proteins were the highlight of the meal, don't sleep on the sweet potato pudding. This little side was the perfect compliment to my meal: Sweet and savory in each bite! Please do yourself a favor and check out Bit Mama's kitchen!

Called to order a Pig sandwich and was told that I have to order at least a couple of days ahead…read moreof time. Why? makes absolutely no sense .

Everything was great...food and service! Best fried chicken I have had since mom made it! You need…read moreto give it a try! The sides were great too!

Went to Shug's for a Saturday evening dinner. Some pretty big misunderstandings in the ordering…read moreprocess, perhaps partly my fault for making assumptions and not asking enough questions. I thought I was going to dine in, but a half hour later my food came out all boxed up for takeout. I thought I had ordered crawfish etouffee as the main dish, but instead I got catfish with a side of etouffee. I live nowhere near Shug's and would not have ordered takeout had I known. So I was a bit miffed as I drove home hungry. But once I got home and could eat, it was really good!!

I got to the restaurant around 6:30 on a Saturday night and surprisingly the wait was only 10-15…read moreminutes. The waiting area was crowded so we waited outside until a few minutes before our table was ready. Our server Amanda was quick to get our drink orders and was attentive throughout the meal. I had the peach tea, which was nice and refreshing. They served the complementary croissant and it was hot and fresh. I ordered the buffalo chicken wrapper for my entree. This is something I order almost every time I go to Cheddars. Tonight the wrapper was not as tasty as I've had on previous visits. It was a little light on the buffalo sauce and could have been warmer. The fries weren't very crispy either. The portion sizes were huge though so I boxed up over half my meal to take with. Overall a very cost effective spot for dinner, but not the best Cheddars visit I've had.

Stopped into Cheddar's for lunch with a few friends and was impressed right from the start. Even…read morewith a packed parking lot and a steady stream of people coming in, we were seated right away, which was a pleasant surprise. Our server brought drinks quickly, and of course, those warm, sweet croissants that are pure happiness on a plate. We kept it simple and all ordered the sirloin steak entree for lunch. The food came out fast and cooked perfectly. My steak was tender, juicy, and seasoned just right. The green beans and honey-glazed carrots made the perfect sides, fresh and full of flavor. We wrapped things up by sharing the fried apple pie, which was crisp, warm, and delicious. The ice cream took it to the next level. Honestly, I could have eaten the whole thing myself. Next time, I just might. Overall, great food, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere. Cheddar's never disappoints!

Love to see a humble chef owned BBQ spot where the name on the sign is the man running the joint…read more Couldn't have been a nicer guy. The BBQ is really good here and it's done right. I got the burnt ends with pickles and onions on the side (didn't realize this is the pro move), coleslaw, fried corn bread with honey, and their spicy bbq sauce. The restaurant has an old school vibe to it, and is a cozy little spot to grub. I'm super glad I decided to stop here for lunch on my road trip. Thanks Jay, keep up the great work you are doing!!

Dang delicious!!! I've had a tin of BBQ across the states, and this is in the top 5. Brisket fell…read moreapart and had a great seasoning. You can always tell a great BBQ when you don't need sauce to season or moisten the meat. Pulled pork was excellent, the the corn bread had to be the best I have had anywhere. It tasted like they deepfried it quickly to add an extra crunchy outside and the flavor was on fire! Definitely a must if you visit Omaha

I drove by this shop for years thinking it was only a cake shop. After I stopped at the Tip Top…read moreThrift Shop and smelled something good, I crossed the street and was blown away by what I walked into. This shop has burgers, fries, and seasonal items. I was surprised to see they had a cod fish and chip basket for only $9.95! I also got a pumpkin bar and brownie to try some of their "cake by the pound" It was DELICIOUS, AMAZING, MADE TO ORDER FISH! And perfectly crispy fries. I was so impressed by this basket, I've been craving it since I had it!! The brownie and pumpkin bar were both great, moist and tasty. I liked the pumpkin bar more but both were amazing. The workers were kind, nice to talk to and got to work on my order FAST. I had the freshly made basket in under 10 minutes. I am excited to go back!

Ruby's is an absolute gem in Benson, if you're in the neighborhood and wanting a slice of cake or a…read morebrownie. The interior is small and homey, but that just makes it better in my book. Lots of cute decor all over the walls and a soap opera playing on the TV - I knew this place was legit. The owner (she was the only person there, so I'm assuming she was the owner, anyway), was so sweet and kind. I was headed to my Mom's for her birthday, so popped into Ruby's for a slice of cake for her, and Ruby made sure to ask if I needed a fork or anything (which I did, so am so glad she asked, as I forgot I needed that!) Also, when I went to pay, my wallet popped open, exploding my cards everywhere, and she helped me pick them up and make sure I had everything before I left. Excellent customer service for this clumsy girl - LOL! The delicious cake/treats, top notch vibes, and sweet owner make this an absolute 5 stars in my book!