Orsi's is a true Omaha staple with that classic, old-school neighborhood feel. The atmosphere is…read morecasual and welcoming, and there's something about walking in and seeing the bakery and pizza counter that feels timeless. The pizza has a great traditional style with a flavorful sauce, plenty of cheese, and a crust that has a nice balance of crispness and chew. It's the kind of pizza that doesn't need to be overly complicated to be satisfying. The bakery selection is also a huge bonus and adds to the charm of the place. Service was friendly and neighborly, which really fits the personality of Orsi's. It feels like the kind of place where generations of Omaha families have been coming for years.

I am for supporting local businesses but the owner makes it so uncomfortable when you order from…read morethe deli. I cater and live downtown so I used to order deli meat from here. I noticed as I kept going he would be increasingly irritated. One day he finally told me to call ahead for deli orders. I called ahead and he quoted 3 hours for 1.5 lbs of meat. I wandered around then after 2 hours I thought this is ridiculous and called to cancel my order. Not long after I got about 10 missed called from the store...it was scary to be honest. I didn't even want to listen to the messages. I avoided going there for months but my son loves the fresh bread and meat so I went back. I didn't call because I didn't want to wait 3 hours. I'm sure he recognized me because another customer came in to order deli meat and he loudly said "IT'LL BE AWHILE BECAUSE THAT CUSTOMER DIDN'T CALL IN EITHER". I don't understand why he makes paying customers feel uncomfortable for ordering deli when there's literally a deli counter there. If you don't like it make prepackaged items to go, or get more staff. But don't take it out on the customer for doing something every other deli will do normally. I'm bummed to say I won't be coming here again. There's another deli out west called Casanovas where the owner is much nicer and doesn't mind slicing deli meat to order. It's worth the trip.

We were wanting pizza and after looking for spots around the hotel, I found this gem. I ordered a…read moreMargherita pizza, a breakfast pizza with scrambled eggs and a couple slices of pepperoni pizza. This establishment proves it is worth your effort to source out the local family-owned pizzerias. They specialize in brick oven pizzas and it was refreshing to find a place that didn't burn the crust! Their dough was very tasty and chewy. The sauce on their Margherita pizza was probably the best Roma-based sauce I've had. My daughter had the breakfast pizza and made similar remarks. I wanted a bite of the pepperoni but my 5-year-old granddaughter scarfed it up before I had a chance. I'll definitely return if I'm ever in the Omaha area again.

the definition of don't judge a book by its cover.. this classic omaha hole in the wall exceeded my…read moreexpectations with their delicious pizza and friendly service. FOOD : we got a few orders - but i personally ordered the gluten free pizza with cheese, basil, and banana peppers. It wasn't too greasy which i liked and it had just the right amount of flavor in all the places it needed it. I love that it was straight out of the brick oven and cooked to perfection. I got the gluten free crust because it only had olive oil, whereas the other normal gluten pizzas have a mixture of olive oil oil and soy bean oil. The pizza was light because the crust was thin, but I still prefer the double zero Italian flour over the American flour overall it was a good pizza and I enjoyed it, however, still probably not in my top favorites for omaha! The table at large really enjoyed their pizzas, I think if you just want a quick basic pizza that's good and better than going to a fast food spot, this is a good choice, but if you're looking for high quality ingredients with local sourcing, this isn't it. Alas, it was still really good and we enjoyed our food! SERVICE : it definitely gave a mom and pop feel, we had exceptionally kind Service and really enjoyed the people that we met. They were extremely helpful and made it feel homey! ATMOSPHERE : Very much so a hole in the wall - I'm not going to lie, I was a bit turned off by the ceilings and the cleanliness of the place. I get a little bit freaked out when it comes to atmosphere / food so this was a bit of a downfall for me!

I've been to Lyle's a handful of times over the years, and after a gap of over a year, my recent…read morevisit reminded me why I keep coming back. I went with the Tre Carne: fennel sausage, pepperoni, mozzarella, and oregano topped with thinly sliced prosciutto draped over everything. Salty, savory, and seriously satisfying. The sourdough crust is the standout! thin but sturdy, with a blistered edge that's airy and satisfying.

Great pizza and great vibes! Grabbed a mid week lunch here with a friend and it did not disappoint…read more Service is so friendly too! We split the Caesar salad, Bianco pizza, and the Tre Carne pizza. The Tre Carne pizza was definitely my favorite. SO good. I added hot honey on top because it sounded good. I feel like you could add their hot honey on any of their pizzas and it'd be amazing! The Bianco pizza wasn't my personal taste but worth a try! I suggest the Caesar salad if you visit. It's so well done and very refreshing! I hope to be back to try more!!

Pizza Quest -- Episode 3: Built with Love…read more The campaign continues. Next stop: Piezon's Pizzeria a neighborhood stronghold with a robust menu that offers plenty of choices without feeling overwhelming. For this session, I picked up: One slice of the Oh Mio Dio One slice of the Mahalo with jalapeños The standout of the encounter was the Oh Mio Dio. The combination of fiery chicken and cream cheese landed exactly where I like my pizza builds to be--bringing the perfect balance of heat and coolness in every bite. The Mahalo took a different path. Built with Canadian bacon, pineapple, and cream cheese, it already offers a unique take on a Hawaiian-style pizza. Adding jalapeños gave it just enough kick to complement the sweet and savory flavors without overwhelming them. I can see why it's my wife's favorite. The menu itself deserves credit. There's a lot to choose from, but it never feels complicated. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a first-time visitor, finding your next slice feels straightforward. What stuck with me most, though, was the atmosphere. The walls are filled with stories and adventures drawn by kids, while pizza trays signed by Husker fans cover the space with messages and memories. Everywhere you look, there's evidence that people care about this place and that this place cares about its community. Heart 18 (+4) From children's drawings to signed pizza trays, the entire restaurant feels built on memories, traditions, and community. Wisdom 16 (+3) A menu with plenty of variety that remains easy to navigate and approachable for any adventuring party. Dexterity 17 (+3) The Oh Mio Dio balances heat and coolness with precision, while the jalapeños on the Mahalo add just the right amount of extra movement to the build. Session 3 Complete. #PizzaQuest #OmahaFood #OmahaEats #FoodJourney #SupportLocal

This is in my top three pizza places in Omaha. The Mio Dio is my go to and a pizza unlike any other…read morein Omaha. The buffalo chicken with the cream cheese with the pepperoni. Chefs kiss. You need to try it yourself.

Mootz isn't just the best pizza place in Omaha, it's in the running for the best Omaha restaurant…read morePERIOD! I was blown away by every aspect of Mootz. Get ready for a novel of a review! I warned you... The exterior of Mootz is basically the same as all of Countryside Village (which is probably a requirement), but the inside is a different story! The interior is all white and bright, and super clean. They really let the food and service do the talking without needing to dress the place up (which I appreciate!) The star of the show is their Acunto brick oven. It's gigantic, with white tile, and their Mootz name at the top. They had it made in Naples and it was definitely worth doing that for this amazing centerpiece of the space. And the oven is not just for looks, it puts out some of the best pizza I have ever had. I am not usually a fan of pizza crust, and only eat the main "body" of each slice, but at Mootz, even the dough and crust is flavorful and tasty! It has a salty and (super) semi-sweet flavor. It makes each slice all the better. That's just an example of how much they obviously care about the product they are producing. We got to chat with many of the staff, including Mootz himself, his dad, and others, who were all extremely welcoming, kind, and helpful. My husband and I are doing the ABCs of Omaha restaurants we haven't been to yet, and Mootz was our M pick. We didn't plan to tell them that's what we were doing, but when two people are ordering two whole pizzas, there's a little bit of explanation needed - LOL! Once they knew that was what we were doing, they made sure to help us pick the slices to try that they loved best, and based on what we were craving. What's great about Mootz is that you can order just a single slice of a certain flavor, or get a full pie of different flavored slices. Because of this, we were able to try 8 different flavors of pizza! We ordered slices of the Buffalo Chicken, Cheeseburger, Chicken Alfredo, and Jalapeño Oaxaca for one pizza, and then the second pie we did a lot of the normal pizza flavors, so slices of the Cheese, Pepperoni, Supreme, and Margherita. They were ALL fantastic (and I am not exaggerating), but our favorites were the Cheeseburger, Buffalo Chicken, Margherita, and Jalapeño Oaxaca. I'm a cheeseburger girlie and I achingly missed the Cheeseburger Pizza that Pizza Shoppe (RIP) used to have. But no more missing that flavor - the Mootz version is so great, it has satiated that craving! The Buffalo Chicken was BOMB! Not too spicy of a buffalo at all, and the chicken is juicy and flavorful. They make their own Ranch too, and the Buffalo Chicken dipped in that was perfection. (And in mentioning the house made ranch, we also had a side salad that we shared, with that ranch, and it was awesome - very well dressed and with lots of veggies!) The Jalapeño Oaxaca was a fave because I appreciated the heat that the jalapeño gave, and the crema on top giving it a creaminess that counterbalanced the spiciness. The surprise of the day was the Margherita! I normally don't order Margherita pizza just because it's not too full of toppings or flavor usually - but that's not the case at Mootz. The dough being so flavorful works wonderfully with their delicious pizza sauce, basil, and SO much cheese (parm, Romano, mozzarella). It's a lighter slice if you aren't wanting anything too heavy, but that doesn't mean it's not big on flavor! And to round out the meal, they have some awesome desserts too. We tried the tiramisu and the chocolate chip cookies. Tiramisu is my favorite dessert, but my husband on the other hand does not super enjoy it (since he's not a coffee lover). But we BOTH loved the tiramisu at Mootz! It comes in a little cup and it's almost "crumbled" (vs layered, like a normal tiramisu slice), which gives each bite a little bit of each layered flavor. Yum! The chocolate chip cookies were on point too; chewy, sweet, soft, and definitely homemade. We made a great decision to try Mootz for our M restaurant, because it was so dang amazing. I definitely recommend you go here for your next night out, immediately, right now! Do it!

Had Mootz for the first time. It's a solid 4 stars. Crust is really good. The pizza are a tad small…read morefor the pricing. Felt it could use a tad more sauce and cheese. They cook extremely quickly in the oven so your wait time is short which is nice. Located in Country side village towards the back.

My go-to pizza spot in Omaha! The service is always great and friendly! You may need to circle the…read moreblock for parking, but it is so worth it when you eat delicious pizza and have the Coneflower ice cream shop next door! My go-to is the Rustica pizza, the hot honey on it has an amazing flavor. My friend ordered a standard pepper and was impressed with the flavor and quality. We also shared some of the best meatballs as an appetizer (it comes with bread for my bread lovers out there) Indoor and outdoor seating both provide a lovely dining experience! I'll be back soon!

Stopped by Dolomiti as part of my Omaha Pizza Quest and went with the pepperoni pizza…read more The sourdough crust was definitely the highlight for me. It had a nice chew and some flop, but what really stood out was how light it felt. After a couple slices, I never had that heavy, "I just ate a bunch of pizza" feeling. The ingredients tasted high quality, and this is definitely a pizza I could see myself enjoying outside with a cold drink. Honestly, I probably should've paired it with a salad because the whole meal felt like it was designed for a lighter pizza experience. The staff was nice and the inside was fine, but there wasn't anything about the restaurant itself that really stuck with me. For me, the crust was the star of the visit.

First time dining here tonight with a party of seven, and we had a great experience! We were seated…read morepromptly, which was a great start to the evening. For my drink, I ordered the Cecilia's Mule (vodka, strawberry aperitif, Galvanina ginger beer, strawberry syrup, basil, and lime). It was incredibly refreshing and definitely something I'd order again. For our appetizer, we tried the Italian street corn, which was one of this week's specials. It was okay, but in my opinion, it could have used a bit more flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the Spaghetti Nero Fra Diavolo with shrimp, garlic, white wine, butter, chili, herbs, and lemon. It was absolutely delicious! The shrimp tasted fresh, and the flavors came together perfectly--chef's kiss! My only critique is that the portion size was a little on the smaller side. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. It wasn't overly loud, making it easy to enjoy conversation. Our waitress was attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout the meal. Overall, we had a wonderful first visit, and I'll definitely be back!

This restaurant has become one of my go-to spots because the food is consistently great every time…read morei visit. The pasta dishes are definitely quality over quantity, which I appreciate. I love a good pizza and theirs is some of the best I have had in Omaha. I love that they have some rotating flavors. Their drinks are also excellent. I like their selection of wines, and all of the other cocktails I have tried were well done. As far as happy hour, this is one of the best around with great options and a nice atmosphere. When it's nice out the patio is relaxing. One thing I really appreciate is that reservations can be done quickly online, parking is conveniently right in front, and the service is always fast and attentive without feeling rushed. Highly recommend!

Just found out Bernie's has closed permanently. Beyond sad. This was my favorite pizza in Omaha by…read morefar. Plus it's just sad to see a long lasting Omaha small business close. Sad day!

Best pizza I've had in a long while. They made it exactly like I asked, and it was delicious…read more The nice fks running this please were so friendly. I definitely recommend trying their pizza if you're nearby.

Lighthouse Pizza seriously rocks!! The pizza is always delicious, I love that you can customize…read moreyour own slice. The slices are big enough for 2- so you can easily split and try multiple types! The fries are top notch, the salad is wonderful, and the service is quick. You order up front and the food is brought out to you. Definitely worth the stop if you are in the area!

I mean, what can I say other than 10/10. TRULY! A must have! I went with some friends on Sunday…read moreafternoon - we may have been the only ones there. I got a slice of the hot honey pepperoni to split with my friend as we also shared a thai pizza. I loved BOTH! The prices may scare you if you just look at the menu, but the slices are huge! One is so filling, I couldn't even finish. I tried a few bites of the truffle fries and I was mad I didn't get any for myself! I want to go back and try a few more variations. This is something Omaha should be known for! Plus - a drive thru and late night hours!

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!

Great Detroit Style pizza in Aksarben. I wish they had some pizza portions that are smaller, but…read morefor 2 people the classic 8 by 10 is just right. The space can get a little loud, but feels pretty lively usually. I haven't seen the same people working there twice, but they've all been good.