Guidebook for Omaha

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Guidebook for Omaha

Food Scene

Open until midnight if you have any late night work you need done. Occasional live music on weekends and check out local art work when you stop in! Hidden Gem: This coffee spot also offers pool tables!
6 locals recommend
Sozo Coffeehouse
1314 Jones St
6 locals recommend
Open until midnight if you have any late night work you need done. Occasional live music on weekends and check out local art work when you stop in! Hidden Gem: This coffee spot also offers pool tables!
Come here to get your fix of coffee and pastries. They also serve breakfast and lunch sandwhiches. Their arrtisan bread is hand rolled and baked daily.
16 locals recommend
Culprit Cafe & Bakery
1603 Farnam St
16 locals recommend
Come here to get your fix of coffee and pastries. They also serve breakfast and lunch sandwhiches. Their arrtisan bread is hand rolled and baked daily.
What more can I say? Fresh donuts! Great for early mornings, they're open 5:00AM-10:30 AM Also great for late nights, they open again from 8:00 PM-1:30AM. They also have board games to play. TIP: Not open on Sun.
Donut Stop
1928 Leavenworth St
What more can I say? Fresh donuts! Great for early mornings, they're open 5:00AM-10:30 AM Also great for late nights, they open again from 8:00 PM-1:30AM. They also have board games to play. TIP: Not open on Sun.
The best New York Style pizza you can find in Nebraska! Lots of creative toppings...the steak pizza and the fungo pizza are my favorites. Impressive beer and wine selection. Choose your pizza by the slice or a whole pie. On Fri's there's a live cello during lunch rush.
42 locals recommend
Noli's Pizzeria
4001 Farnam St
42 locals recommend
The best New York Style pizza you can find in Nebraska! Lots of creative toppings...the steak pizza and the fungo pizza are my favorites. Impressive beer and wine selection. Choose your pizza by the slice or a whole pie. On Fri's there's a live cello during lunch rush.
Awesome, unique flavors. Always a new flavor of the day. Be prepared for long lines. This place gets packed when the weather is warm!
54 locals recommend
Ted & Wally's Ultra-Premium Ice Cream
1120 Jackson St
54 locals recommend
Awesome, unique flavors. Always a new flavor of the day. Be prepared for long lines. This place gets packed when the weather is warm!
TIP: They have vegan options here. Excellent, quality, HOME MADE ice cream. TIP: Closed on Mon's.
74 locals recommend
Coneflower Creamery
3921 Farnam St
74 locals recommend
TIP: They have vegan options here. Excellent, quality, HOME MADE ice cream. TIP: Closed on Mon's.
Best nitro coffee in town. Strong espresso shots and their latte's are on point. Almond milk and soy milk are offered here. Come in early to have a chance to snag some fresh, home made pastries!
70 locals recommend
Archetype Coffee
3926 Farnam St
70 locals recommend
Best nitro coffee in town. Strong espresso shots and their latte's are on point. Almond milk and soy milk are offered here. Come in early to have a chance to snag some fresh, home made pastries!
A coffee shop that is also a comic book store. You can meet here for board games and coffee. Best of both worlds :)
9 locals recommend
Legend Comics & Coffee
6068 Leavenworth St
9 locals recommend
A coffee shop that is also a comic book store. You can meet here for board games and coffee. Best of both worlds :)
Chill gathering place with a large board-game library, plus coffee, pizza & rotating craft taps.
24 locals recommend
Spielbound Board Game Cafe
3229 Harney St
24 locals recommend
Chill gathering place with a large board-game library, plus coffee, pizza & rotating craft taps.
Home made pasta! They also offer pizza but I would definitely encourage you to try one of their fresh pastas! Classy atmosphere with a nice drink selection.
28 locals recommend
Via Farina
1108 S 10th St
28 locals recommend
Home made pasta! They also offer pizza but I would definitely encourage you to try one of their fresh pastas! Classy atmosphere with a nice drink selection.
If you want an oyster bar and a seafood grill this is your place! I have never had a bad experience at this location....friendly staff, deeply satisfying food..great for seafood lovers! Seating is indoors or a choice of the patio, weather permitting.
32 locals recommend
Plank Seafood Provisions
1205 Howard St
32 locals recommend
If you want an oyster bar and a seafood grill this is your place! I have never had a bad experience at this location....friendly staff, deeply satisfying food..great for seafood lovers! Seating is indoors or a choice of the patio, weather permitting.
Reverse happy hour and mid day happy hour. Always great for those budget conscious. Nice atmosphere, laid back clientele.
29 locals recommend
Hiro 88
1308 Jackson St
29 locals recommend
Reverse happy hour and mid day happy hour. Always great for those budget conscious. Nice atmosphere, laid back clientele.
HANDS DOWN BEST CHINESE FOOD IN THE AREA. Well worth the trip. Expect a wait, it is ALWAYS packed. I'd recommend calling in advance! They have a impressive menu, many options.
14 locals recommend
Three Happiness Express
5107 Leavenworth St
14 locals recommend
HANDS DOWN BEST CHINESE FOOD IN THE AREA. Well worth the trip. Expect a wait, it is ALWAYS packed. I'd recommend calling in advance! They have a impressive menu, many options.
Best handmade chocolates in town. This is my go-to place for a little thank-you gift or hostess gift.
8 locals recommend
Old Market Candy Shop
1005 Howard St
8 locals recommend
Best handmade chocolates in town. This is my go-to place for a little thank-you gift or hostess gift.

Drinks & Nightlife

If you like electronic music, namely house music this is DEFINITELY the bar for you. It does tend to get packed on weekends, and it's a small place. But if that's your thing, do your thing! TIP: There is an area upstairs with seats. Sometimes if you're lucky you can snag some.
Bar 415
415 S 13th St
If you like electronic music, namely house music this is DEFINITELY the bar for you. It does tend to get packed on weekends, and it's a small place. But if that's your thing, do your thing! TIP: There is an area upstairs with seats. Sometimes if you're lucky you can snag some.
From their website: Brickway Brewery & Distillery is Omaha’s first combination brewery and distillery since prohibition! At Brickway, we distill a variety of spirits: American Single Malt Whisky, Bourbon, White Whisky, Cinnamon Whisky, Vodka and Gin.
39 locals recommend
Brickway Brewery & Distillery
1116 Jackson St
39 locals recommend
From their website: Brickway Brewery & Distillery is Omaha’s first combination brewery and distillery since prohibition! At Brickway, we distill a variety of spirits: American Single Malt Whisky, Bourbon, White Whisky, Cinnamon Whisky, Vodka and Gin.
It's worth a try to get in. A prohibition style bar. Pricier drinks but worth the expense if you find yourself inside this gem! From their site: Part hotel bar, part speakeasy—the Wicked Rabbit is tucked inside the Hotel Deco building. Dedicated to craft cocktails, this intimate 24-seated room is Omaha's first speakeasy style lounge. Seating policy is a first-come, first-serve basis. No password needed. Sorry, we currently do not take reservations or text when there are openings.
37 locals recommend
Wicked Rabbit
1508 Harney St
37 locals recommend
It's worth a try to get in. A prohibition style bar. Pricier drinks but worth the expense if you find yourself inside this gem! From their site: Part hotel bar, part speakeasy—the Wicked Rabbit is tucked inside the Hotel Deco building. Dedicated to craft cocktails, this intimate 24-seated room is Omaha's first speakeasy style lounge. Seating policy is a first-come, first-serve basis. No password needed. Sorry, we currently do not take reservations or text when there are openings.

Essentials

My friend Charla, works at this location and she is willing to provide my guests with flier, she has some for a discount coupon. Very relaxing place for those of you who love massages. They offer: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Prenatal Massage,and Chair Massage. You can also upgrade to receive aromatherapy, a sugar foot scrub, or hot stones.
In Touch Wellness
1941 NW Radial Hwy
My friend Charla, works at this location and she is willing to provide my guests with flier, she has some for a discount coupon. Very relaxing place for those of you who love massages. They offer: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Prenatal Massage,and Chair Massage. You can also upgrade to receive aromatherapy, a sugar foot scrub, or hot stones.
This gas station also has some very good pizza and food options for a gas station! As well as all essentials you'll need such as TP, paper towels, etc.
Casey's
1202 S 13th St
This gas station also has some very good pizza and food options for a gas station! As well as all essentials you'll need such as TP, paper towels, etc.
Gas station/Grocery store. Butcher on site so always some good meat choices!
27 locals recommend
Cubby's
601 S 13th St
27 locals recommend
Gas station/Grocery store. Butcher on site so always some good meat choices!

Arts & Culture

From their website:: OMAHA’S HOME TO HISTORY Beautiful architecture blends with memories of a time gone by at The Durham Museum. Making its home in one of Omaha’s most unique treasures, Union Station, The Durham Museum offers a fascinating look at the history of the region and offers a broad-range of traveling exhibits covering subjects ranging from history and culture, to science, industry and more through our affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution and strong ties with the Library of Congress, National Archives and the Field Museum.
157 locals recommend
The Durham Museum
801 S 10th St
157 locals recommend
From their website:: OMAHA’S HOME TO HISTORY Beautiful architecture blends with memories of a time gone by at The Durham Museum. Making its home in one of Omaha’s most unique treasures, Union Station, The Durham Museum offers a fascinating look at the history of the region and offers a broad-range of traveling exhibits covering subjects ranging from history and culture, to science, industry and more through our affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution and strong ties with the Library of Congress, National Archives and the Field Museum.
https://www.gallery1516.org/about/ Nice place to view artwork by local Nebraska artists and some regional artists as well.
Gallery 1516
1516 Leavenworth Street
https://www.gallery1516.org/about/ Nice place to view artwork by local Nebraska artists and some regional artists as well.
http://www.hotshopsartcenter.com/info/index.html There are four anchor studios, Bruning Sculpture, Hot Shops Pottery, CK Fabrication, and Crystal Forge, that make up the very heart of the Hot Shops, with the molten nature of their work giving it its “hot” name. The Hot Shops Art Center also hosts over 80 studio artists, as well as multiple gallery spaces, in our building complex located in downtown Omaha, one block north of TD Ameritrade Ballpark on 13th Street, between Izard and Nicholas.
30 locals recommend
Hot Shops Art Center
1301 Nicholas St
30 locals recommend
http://www.hotshopsartcenter.com/info/index.html There are four anchor studios, Bruning Sculpture, Hot Shops Pottery, CK Fabrication, and Crystal Forge, that make up the very heart of the Hot Shops, with the molten nature of their work giving it its “hot” name. The Hot Shops Art Center also hosts over 80 studio artists, as well as multiple gallery spaces, in our building complex located in downtown Omaha, one block north of TD Ameritrade Ballpark on 13th Street, between Izard and Nicholas.
https://thekaneko.org/categories/exhibitions/ Many art exhibitions...Check their website for most up to date exhibits. WORTH IT.
32 locals recommend
KANEKO
1111 Jones St
32 locals recommend
https://thekaneko.org/categories/exhibitions/ Many art exhibitions...Check their website for most up to date exhibits. WORTH IT.

Entertainment & Activities

A bit on the pricier side but the zoo is a MUST see attraction in Omaha. It features a large aquarium, a new jellyfish exhibit, a rain forest jungle, a desert dome, and many more attractions!
438 locals recommend
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
3701 S 10th St
438 locals recommend
A bit on the pricier side but the zoo is a MUST see attraction in Omaha. It features a large aquarium, a new jellyfish exhibit, a rain forest jungle, a desert dome, and many more attractions!

Parks & Nature

If you love nature this is the spot to be. From their site: Lauritzen Gardens is a living museum of unique four-season plant displays, maintained to the highest standards consistent with environmental stewardship. It provides memorable educational and aesthetic experiences for all. Escape to an urban oasis of beauty and tranquility to experience the glory of the garden. Discover a hidden sanctuary in the heart of the city. Relax while cultivating your mind in this living plant museum, conveniently located in the beautiful riverfront hills.
183 locals recommend
Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft St
183 locals recommend
If you love nature this is the spot to be. From their site: Lauritzen Gardens is a living museum of unique four-season plant displays, maintained to the highest standards consistent with environmental stewardship. It provides memorable educational and aesthetic experiences for all. Escape to an urban oasis of beauty and tranquility to experience the glory of the garden. Discover a hidden sanctuary in the heart of the city. Relax while cultivating your mind in this living plant museum, conveniently located in the beautiful riverfront hills.

Getting Around

How it Works 1. Purchase a membership online or at any B-station. Heartland B-cycle offers a $6 FUN! Pass as well as a Heartland Pass which can be paid for monthly or yearly. All membership levels can be purchased online (credit card required). A $6 FUN! Pass can be purchased at B-stations (credit card required) or online. 2. Choose a bike from any B-station. 3. Grab your bike and go. 4. Park your bike at any B-station.
Heartland B-cycle
How it Works 1. Purchase a membership online or at any B-station. Heartland B-cycle offers a $6 FUN! Pass as well as a Heartland Pass which can be paid for monthly or yearly. All membership levels can be purchased online (credit card required). A $6 FUN! Pass can be purchased at B-stations (credit card required) or online. 2. Choose a bike from any B-station. 3. Grab your bike and go. 4. Park your bike at any B-station.