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    Spaghetti Works

    3.2 (518 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    SPAGHETTI WORKS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Spaghetti Works- chicken alfredo
    Dina V.

    We walked all around looking for something to eat and ended up at Spaghetti Works. It actually reminded me of Spaghetti Factory with the old timey feel and decor. Service was mediocre at best. Our server seemed annoyed to have to serve us but whatever. Maybe she was having a bad day? Food was just okay as well. I think the best part for me was the salad bar. I opted for the eggplant parmesan and spaghetti with meat sauce. I make a better meat sauce TBH and the parmesan felt like it wasn't heated all the way through. Mr had the chicken parmesan and he said he's definitely had better and the spaghetti with red sauce needed something. The only person happy with her food was our daughter who got the chicken Alfredo. Even the complimentary bread was sad, literally looks like the stuff I buy in the frozen section of the grocery store. I'd say the only thing they did right, the cheese curds. We love us some cheese curds, why do they only have them in the middle of the country?

    Clam sauce with spaghetti
    Carly W.

    We were walking around downtown looking for a place that we wouldn't have to wait for. We were seated right away and took in all the fun decor around us. I liked the variety in the menu options and the high affordability of items. We ordered the beercheese spaghetti and their pick 3 trio entree (clam sauce, meat sauce, and beer cheese), each entree also gives you unlimited access to their salad bar. I liked the salad bar options, there was so much to choose from. Staff were good about maintaining the salad bar which was nice. The staff that waited on us did have much of a sense of urgency even when they were very full of patrons. We waited for 10 minutes before getting our drinks and having our orders taken, which left us a little unhappy, however, food was served up quickly and quality of food was good.

    2 Slices of Garlic Cheese Bread
    Kylie P.

    Stopped in on a Friday night at 6pm expecting a wait, we were seated right away and greated promptly and ... because we've been here so many times we ordered immediately! Salad bar was okay.. lettuce seemed a little old and it was quite messy, but I believe they came to tidy it up right after we went through so we may have just come through after a big rush. We both had angel hair pasta, my daughter got beer cheese- I prefer a beer cheese/hot naked melody. Garlic bread was tasty, definitely a different bread than before- but actually really liked it more than any other visit! Our server was so sweet, she made a point to check in often and really gave great service! Restrooms were in need of attention and I really feel like that is one ongoing area this location struggles with. We left full and happy, the positives significantly outweighed the negatives!

    Lobster Sensation
    Amanda W.

    Indoor and outdoor seating. Huge overall with a salad bar. Loved the garlic bread. Reasonably priced. Italian sodas weren't too bad and had plenty of flavor. I ordered the lobster sensation and it was a bit bland.

    Kent M.

    Our first test for here. B says she was here years ago. Have a variety of foods requested now. Pasta both. Family type place. Not our usual choice, but good so far. And all is real good

    Parnika N.

    Spaghetti Works is located in heart of downtown of Omaha. The woman at the reception was a little arrogant yet the bartender was a very sweet, warm man. I got a takeout of chicken Parmesan spaghetti. The food tasted mediocre. It came with a side of Garlic bread wish was quite nice. There is parking available right outside the restaurant. One can give Spaghetti Works a miss.

    Reem H.

    Cute seating area, plenty space! Wait was fair, even thou it was Sat at around 6. Staff was nice and friendly.. The environment was clean, and the food was really good! Highly recommend the eggplant parmesan and clam appetizers

    Salad bar
    Jana J.

    I've been to this place dozens of times in the last decade--it is a staple for my family! The most impressive part is the price--$12.50 for this meal which included unlimited salad bar, and unlimited bowls of pasta (yes you can change your noodle and sauce!!)! The salad bar is much higher quality than you would expect--this is always my favorite part. The pasta is fine, nothing exceptional, but the Cajun with added peppers and parm was great!

    Cozy booth view
    Stacy M.

    Cozy booth, glass of chianti and warm garlic bread straight from the oven. Mmmm John was an excellent server, knowledgeable, friendly, prompt and accommodating. The atmosphere is classic Italian with fun decor to enjoy as you wait for lunch or dinner. Fettuccine Alfredo was delicious. Clam strip appetizer was good for Midwestern seafood. A very nice Sunday afternoon visit

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    I greatly enjoyed Spaghetti works, the penne pasta with the garlic sauce was excellent.

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