New Owners as of a week ago .....right across the street from my work..stopped in for their delicious fresh blueberry muffins...so moist and yummy! They have lunch specials every week..hearty comfort food! read more

The Special Restaurant - American Near Me - Bellevue, Nebraska

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Great old school diner vibe - friendly, efficient staff works heard to deliver delicious breakfasts and lunches - standard diner fare-portions are generous and delicious. I wish more folks would step away from the chains and enjoy food where all the money goes into the community. read more

The Special Restaurant - Garden skillet - American Near Me - Bellevue, Nebraska

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Every thing is great corned beef and cabbage was great they were just friendly service was good

Food always really good. Service pretty good. Ambiance is dependent on who your server. Shannon is always great. We "broke her in" on her first day always kind and humerus! read more

We were welcomed by a customer when we entered. Very friendly place. We walked past the bar and a hostess promptly seated us at a booth. We ordered water. For breakfast my friend ordered the Hungryman, I ordered the Traditional breakfast. We barely had to wait 5 minutes before our meals came out. Our waitress was very attentive. She encouraged us to enjoy our meal and take our time. You could hear perfectly there, low background noise. I want to return to try the prime rib and eggs!! read more

The Special Restaurant - Traditional breakfast - American Near Me - Bellevue, Nebraska

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The Special never lets me down. Always consistent, always great service. Definitely make this a part of your morning restaurant rotation. The food is affordable and it has that old-school diner feel that just hits every time. I'll never stop coming here! read more

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Came here to eat as a work function and wasn't exactly sure what to expect. Staff wasn't the friendliest and I get it, we were 15 deep, and some folks kept staggering in. Wouldn't let us order until everyone was there, and that made a pregnant lady very unhappy. I ordered the pancake breakfast with scrambled eggs and bacon. When she brought out the food, she started auctioning off plates. Unsure of who ordered what, who got what sides, and it was a mess. Not sure if I got the right sides, but mine ended up coming with hashbrowns too. The pancakes were delicious. Reminded me of Cracker Barrel pancakes. If it came with warm syrup, it would have been a game changer. The eggs were fine, the hashbrowns okay, but the bacon was cooked perfectly. My entire meal, was $10. Absolute mountain of food for $10. I honestly can't believe the price. I'd consider this a hidden gem, and a nice place to eat if you bring a small group. read more

Had a late breakfast here the other day and enjoyed it. I had a three meat omelet and french toast. Both of the items were good, tasted much like it would taste if you cooked it at home. The prices was reasonable and the service was good. read more

They advertised the special of brats and sauerkraut on Omaha Eats and I knew I had to bring. He also tried a small cup of vegetable beef soup. It was a full plate of food! The potatoes looked wonderful. He took home over half but the soup was hearty. I had the turkey bacon Swiss on ciabatta. The spinach instead of lettuce was a delicious bonus. The fries were superb and reminded me of the old Woolworths cafe. Service from Jen was prompt and pleasant. She rattled off the different soups of the day they offer without a breath. We didn't have a muffin but they looked delicious! It's so nice to have a down home old fashioned cafe. read more

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Love this place, will always love it. Wish they were still open on Sundays. The muffins are out of this world and the food is exactly what you want out of a diner. Predictable, comforting, and delicious read more

My family went here for lunch one day because I kept hearing how good the food was. I went with some type of grilled chicken and bacon sandwich on ciabatta bread with sweet potato fries. It was delicious! We only had to wait a few minutes to be seated. Our server was busy, but we still received good service. I will definitely come back again. read more

The Special Restaurant - American Near Me - Bellevue, Nebraska

Great food, great service! We will definitely be back. Love the restaurant! If you are in the area, it is worth the visit!

Staff are kind,food is Perfect! Time was not bad,Very Fancy inside, lots of food for the price. Love the Special! read more

I heard this restaurant had huge portions, but I didn't really think that much about it. Good gosh, I ended up having three meals out of one order. I went with their well-known chicken fried steak, hashbrowns, and two eggs over medium. Not only was the hashbrowns and eggs plenty enough, but the chicken fried steak was large too. The meat was well breaded, and the gravy topped it off perfectly. This place did not disappoint, and I can see why it has such good reviews. I can't wait to bring my family here next time. read more

The Special Restaurant - Chicken Fried Steak - American Near Me - Bellevue, Nebraska

I had to try The Special after hearing people rave about the food and the portions for the price! This place is a well oiled machine for sure. The amount of people willing to wait is a testament to how delicious it is! I ordered a skillet and it fed me and my husband for two days! Worth the drive to Bellevue. Also just get hollandaise on the side because you deserve it! read more

A nostalgic old school greasy spoon that delivered. Ornate oak decor, brown carpet, no windows and several waitresses moving nonstop serving up coffee, eggs and a mountain of a hot beef sandwiches. We enjoyed menu items of breakfast and lunch that we ordered from printed out staples menus (bring your bifocals, folks). The portions are very large but don't compromise integrity. The Frisco omelette was fluffy stuffed with large broccoli and an unbreakable sauce. Always go with the side of pancakes. Make sure you have your napkins ready for the well prepared Reuben. Side salads are $1 more but are packed full of greens. Prepare for a a little wait because this place gets packed. Worth it 100% recommend read more

Amazing food at a great price. The wait staff is always polite. The sweets are homemade.

Went to lunch with a colleague after hearing they had great sandwiches and breakfasts. I tried their special, a bacon and egg cheese burger. This was fantastic! Bun: soft, almost Krispy Kreme donut consistency without being sweet, sturdy, well proportioned brioche. Perfection! A+ Patty: good size, well cooked, well spiced, tasty B+ Add ons: well cooked, good options, perfectly executed! A+ Fries: better than average B Of the burgers I've had in Omaha, this one is my favorite so far! The staff was swamped when we were there, but we still had great service. read more

The food is delicious, we had the chicken fried chicken and it cooked to perfection. I had the great mashed potatoes with it. The plate was huge and filled. The service always has a smile. I wish they were open for dinner, because their breakfast and lunches are fantastic. read more

This was a nice surprise! The table next to is ordered the 4pc fried chicken. They were HUGE pieces and they looked delicious! You get your choice of 2 sides. I ordered the chicken, a salad with house dressing and the chicken noodle soup. I was feeling an little sick so the soup helped me feel better. It also helped that this soup was made with homemade noodles and fresh ingredients. One of the best chicken noodle soups I've had! The people next to me recommended that we try the house dressing. They gave me a sample. HOLY CHICKEN!!! This is a sweet vinaigrette dressing. We ended up buying 3 jars of the salad dressing! It is the beast I've had! The ranch is homemade is just as good and tastes just like the Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch! The chicken was out of this world! The breading on the chicken was super crispy and not too greasy. It was seasoned just right and the chicken was moist inside. One of the best chicken I've had! This is really a Special Restaurant! We came back on the weekend for breakfast. The biscuits and gravy is out of this world and the chicken fried chicken was amazing. I would love to come back here just for the food! read more

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Food, service and price are all fair. We enjoyed our meal very much and will definitely return.

Family cafe dining at its most basic and so good! We've never had bad service or bad food. There is sooo much food for the price that we always have leftovers. The regular menu is great but make sure to check out the specials board when you walk in. The best choices for the day are almost always found there. read more

Absolutely love the mid-western hometown service and atmosphere. FB or Yelp is the best place to find info, but FB not always updated regularly. The menu is extensive with comfort food that is delicious and served hot. The Special Restaurant usually has daily and weekly specials, but it is hard to find what they are prior to arrival. Selection of homemade pies, muffins, and sweets worth the look. Occasionally has authentic style German dishes which are on point. read more

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Attempted to go here on a Friday but they were closed. Only a note on the door saying they were closing early on an upcoming day but this wasnt the day nor the time they said they wouldclose early. Others were there to eat but couldn't. Absolutely nothing special about this place. read more

Fantastic place to have breakfast! Food was amazing and the service top notch! A must visit if you are in the Bellevue area

The ambiance, food, and quality of service are great. Can't say enough things about the country fried steak. Portions are spectacular and the flavor is amazing. Servers are very attentive; the whole restaurant gives you that small town family diner feel. Highly recommended. read more

Come Hungry! You will get plenty of food that is really delicious, homemade quality. I've tried almost everything on the menu. One of my favorites is the Artichoke Omelette. It has a lot of artichoke, feta cheese and three eggs. I love this menu item. I order it often. But I also like so many of their other menu options too! You can't go wrong here. I only wish I could come here for dinner too! Great food, great service and reasonable prices. read more

Nothing special about this place, It was okay breakfast. I can make good breakfast at home than this place. read more

Every time we eat here, I say out loud: "This is what food is supposed to taste like." Never a disappointing dish. Excellent service. Thank you Special Restaurant!! read more

Brought a friend here for the first time and it was amazing as always! Everything was cooked perfectly, the service was great, and the price can't be beat. read more

Stopped in for lunch and totally forgot they do breakfast all day. Decided on the Chicken Fried Steak breakfast. The service was quick and the price to food ratio; amazing. The hash browns were crispy. The CFS was definitely fresh and covered in yummy white gravy. Mom had the Roast Beef and it was piled on. The beef was tender and tasty. Definitely check this place out or put it back on you go to list read more

The Special Restaurant - Hot Roast Beef - American Near Me - Bellevue, Nebraska

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This my office go to lunch place. Everything is hand made here. There are a menu full of every day staples here and there are always a handful of fresh "specials" every day. On the daily is a hot roast beef sandwich that is one of the best I've had. When they have the Chili Burger on the special board it is a must. Have not had a bad meal here. The staff is very nice and fast with the food. Highly recommend. read more

The girl at the door was very rude i think she's pregnant told us they were closing and we needed to hurry up and get out way to make a customer feel wanted. We had an hour before closing! If she's the face of your business get rid of her! read more

The Special Restaurant is a fairly new business, having opening in 2015. However in that short time, they have already been voted Best of Bellevue, Best of Sarpy County, and even Best of Omaha multiple times! That's a pretty big accomplishment for a true "Ma & Pa" style restaurant. The first time I ate there it was so good, I ate there again the next day. On that second day I ordered something different and it was so good, I ate there the next day. :) My favorite menu items are the Chicken Fried Steak, The Bacon & Egg Cheeseburger, and the Prime Rib (served only on Fridays, I believe). I also recently discovered the Fried Chicken Dinner on their menu, so I've ordered that the past few times. The other thing to add is that Laura is also a top-notch baker in her own right. The Special is actually one of the only places I ever order dessert from. But they sometimes sell out of things so quickly that I order them "to go" right when we sit down. read more

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Food is good and the quantity if that's what you're looking for. Comfy food and the service is pretty good too.

Great local diner! You receive generous portions of food and the pricing cannot be beat. Crowded on the weekends but expected when you have good food at reasonable prices. Wait time was short and staff are very friendly. read more

I have eaten here on past occasions. It is one of the few places in the Omaha area that serves liver and onions. They are well prepared and served with brown gravy and mashed potatoes and a veggie. Excellent choice if you like liver and onions. Otherwise the menu is riddled with a myriad of selections, most of them old style cafe choices from hot beef sandwich to fried chicken or NY steak. All of the classic sandwiches are there as well. The only problem if any is the fact that this place is so popular that it is very crowded especially during the lunch hour and there is very little waiting room. Parking can also be difficult. The interior of the cafe is right out of the "50's". Very old fashioned right down to bar stools at an eating counter. My guess is that this place is managed by a group of elderly ladies like mom and grandma and boy do they know how to cook. Sadly the cafe closes at 2:00 PM so get there early if you want a good spot to eat. The best eating house in Bellevue and maybe in Omaha if you like old fashioned cuisine. read more

Delightful local spot! Focus on Midwest food but also occasional Mexican food etc. my go-to place for open faced hot beef sandwich. Staff and food are always good. I often try the daily specials and am never disappointed. Really enjoy their pie too! read more

Outstanding homemade tasting food. I had a Reuben, a common enough sandwich, but mine was dripping with melted cheese and sauerkraut on buttery rye. My daughter had roast beef and potatoes that tasted just like Grandma's. The prices were reasonable, something to brag about in this day and age, and and the servings were more than adequate. I would highly recommend this restaurant when you have a desire for good, old-fashioned food. read more

When my niece is in town we go to the special. My niece likes there eggs Benedict's. I don't have anything there that is a favorite. We finished up and was drinking coffee and catching up about family, her bout with cancer, and work. She had to go home the next day. A lady who works there came to our table a rudely told us if we didn't want anything else we needed to leave so they could have the table. We just finished up eating and was there another ten minutes to visit. We won't be going back. Village inn has better food and coffee and appreciates who eat there. I have never been asked to leave anyplace else I have gone. LH read more