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    Library Pub

    4.3 (59 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Whiskey Bars, Beer Bar
    Open 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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

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    Tracy L.

    I love this bar! The bartenders are extremely knowledgeable on whiskey. They gave me some recommendations on different rye whiskeys to try. I really enjoyed the entire experience. I will be back!!!

    Scotch scotch scotch scotch-scotch-scotch!
    Sarah G.

    Great place. A little out-of-the-way but if you're in the Benson area it's worth a stop if you're into beers and especially scotch. I also learned here for the first time the magic of half pint glass (critical if you're out on a beer tasting day). The bartenders were helpful and regulars seemed friendly. There was plenty of room - in the afternoon at least - for a group to pull together some tables and enjoy drinks and conversation among friends.

    My cat apreaceated me getting out of the house during covid...
    Lok P.

    Outstanding professional services. Hey, I sat and bank my beer. No problems. The folks around here seem to be logical and about the drink.. Not the politics. amen to a solid realize from the grind...

    Manhattan. The book in the background is their whiskey list. Wowzers!
    Will S.

    This is a great bar. Excellent selection of tap beer plus an enormous selection of whiskey. Like bigger than the selection at Dundee Dell. It's pretty glorious. The Library Pub is also clean and plenty spacious. Sit at the bar and chat with the day-drinking regulars and the bartender or grab some buds and spread out at a table. Don't be fooled by the modest exterior. This ain't no dive bar (although they will accommodate your Coors Light needs if necessary). I tried Zip Line's 7-hop IPA and the Duet IPA from Alpine Brewing. Then I finished things off with a Manhattan, rye whiskey and dry. I could've stayed all night, but reason started to kick in once I realized it was only 5:30pm and I had a serious buzz going on. If I lived closer, I'd definitely make this "my bar." But I don't live nearby, so I'll gladly put it in my regular rotation instead.

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    Mike S.

    A dimly lit interior greets you upon entry. The walls are lined with over 250 bottles of Whiskeies. there are like every aged kind you can think of.Lagavulan? which age? Tasty Manhattans (Chris K, looking at you) and generally great cocktails come from the bar. A very bartender was on and he happened to be more of a Stout person whereas I am an IPA guy. 7 hop IPA was a great start. Then I noticed the Monk's Cafe Flemish Red. Seriously one of my all time favorites. Add to the selection of beverages the music, Frank S and pals, good company, and this is a really solid bar.

    Over 200 different Scotches. My god!
    Roland P.

    Incredible place, incredible selection and as far as I am concerned, the best and most complete selection of Scotch anywhere. If you want a $300 shot or a gentle $10 shot, its here. Mark, the owner knows his shit. He is amazing and spends hours with me teaching me about Scotch and the regions everytime I go in. I love this place and if you are a who's who in Omaha, you better make a stop by and say hi to Mark. Tell him Roland sent you and he will hook you up with a little tasting if you are a new client.

    Felicia L.

    Hands down, one of the BEST bars inOmaha! Doesn't look like much from the outside but go in and you'll find a great whiskey selection and amazing beer selection as well. We've been here weeknights and days and it's not crowded- always just people enjoying good drinks and chatting with their friends. This has become our go to bar!

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    11 years ago

    You won't believe the selection of scotches they have here! Brad took excellent care of us. Get in here!

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    9 years ago

    Mega strong drinks, make sure you are a no ball pussy loser who can't handle his drinks

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    12 years ago

    The bathrooms in this bar are amazingly clean! I am pretty sure whoever cleans them in a mythical goddess.

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    8 years ago

    Amazing selection of beer. Very laidback atmosphere. Pretty decent selection of whiskey. Not a cocktail kind of bar.

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    11 years ago

    They need to find happy bartenders. Every time we have visited seem crabby...good beer a bit pricey.

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    6.4 miWest Omaha
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    We were greeted and given menus quickly. We ordered and received drinks. Finally our food order was…read moretaken. I enjoyed a Snowbeast Winter Ale while waiting for our food. We had potato skins with cheddar and bacon as an appetizer. It was tasty but not wonderful. Bookguy had fish and chips. The fish was great, very crispy and light. It was a big portion so leftovers provided dinner later. The fries were a generous size and good too. I had a patty melt on rye with a salad. The salad was pretty standard and I really liked the patty melt-- big enough to take half home and not greasy. It was rather noisy while we were there and they probably could have used another server. We enjoyed our lunch and plan to come back again.

    I visited Sean O'Casey's for a quick take out lunch this week and was pleasantly surprised by their…read morevariety of food options available. I went with the fish and chips and was blown away by this portion size and flavor! Two HUGE cod filets accompanied by a side of fries, but I went with the onion rings as I heard they were delicious. The cod has a thick, crunchy breading around it, making it very very filling. The onion rings were very unique. Not a long onion deep fried, but small onion pieces within the breading. I've never had something like that before, but they were golden brown and amazingly crunchy. Make sure you get extra tartar sauce for this dish because you're going to need it! Service was quick and easy for a take out order. I would come back for another meal to try their other menu options and drinks. Thanks for a great first impression!

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    Excellent selection of craft beers! And the bourbon bbq pizza was fantastic! Friendly service…read more(order at the bar then either sit there or go find a table). They have a variety of games, like Yahtzee, Jenga, Shut the Box, etc that you can play at your table for free. On the weekend, the kitchen has a more limited late night menu. Still a good selection of appetizers and pizza as well as all the beers. Definitely will be back!

    First impressions? Huge, bright dining room! Almost distractingly so. But let's be honest--I didn't…read morecome to Backlot Taphouse for the square footage. I came for the Detroit-style pizza, easily the most underrated pizza style there is. If you know, you know. I ordered The Cadillac: cream cheese, cherry peppers, hot honey. On paper, it's chaos. In practice? A beautifully thought-out balance of sweet and spicy. Rich without being heavy, heat without going overboard. Someone in that kitchen gets it. And for a moment, it's flirting with greatness. Almost a perfectly executed Detroit pie... until the crust. That signature Detroit crisp--the caramelized, fried-edge crunch--is just a little undercooked. Not bad, but quickly soggy. Just missing that final snap that makes this style elite. Still, credit where it's due. This is a valiant effort, and not an easy style to pull off outside its home turf. I see you, Omaha. You're closer than you think!

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