First time at Rathskeller Bier Haus and had a great experience. Wish I would have found their pretzels during Oktoberfest because it would win the best soft pretzels in Omaha in a landslide. Their cheese is an extra charge but I would highly recommend (the mustard is also a perfect addition). Washing it down with a beer was a perfect way to kick off the weekend! I'm excited to come back in the future to try some more food. The restaurant has great Bierhaus vibes - feels like the perfect place to grab a bratwurst. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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I love this place! The bartenders were super helpful when we asked about the different beers. I ended up getting the bierhaus maisschaler lemonade radler and a pretzel and they were both delicious. The mustard that comes with the pretzel is great, but I highly recommend adding the cheese sauce! This place has a really cool vibe, will definitely be coming back! read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Pretzel and beer - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

So glad they're open again! We went for Bockfest. It was very busy, but that was to be expected. They have great German everything- beers, food, drinks, music, and decor. I love their food. They're surprisingly quick for a small kitchen. The outdoor patio is large and allows for dogs. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Meisterteller Wurst Platter - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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This place is amazing! Ate here with my family for the first time and we were pleasantly surprised. The owner was wonderful! He was super friendly and knowledgeable. Took the time to explain the menu and how the food is made. The food itself was amazing! I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. I feel like this place is kind of a hidden gem that is underrated. Highly recommend! read more

So happy Rathskeller is back open! It's a great German restaurant in the heart of Blackstone/UNMC! It's a huge restaurant and outdoor patio for when it gets warm outside! You order all food & drinks at the bar but they will bring the food out to you and clean up after. We got the sauerkraut balls & Bier soup for apps, I liked the sauerkraut balls, my husband didn't like the texture,but he LOVED the bier cheese soup! He also loved the spatzel with his German meatballs, and my Brat was just fine, I'd probably try something else next time, like the Italian grinder I was also eyeing! Lots of free parking around the building, lots of TV's, food came out quick, and service gals behind the bar were super friendly and welcoming! read more

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Great place with fantastic food and awesome wine and beer collection! Black Forest was amazing! read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Wine - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Huge servings! The Reuben was really lacking flavor but the Italian grinder was full of bold flavors - odd for a German restaurant. Pretzel and cheese was unbelievable, though. We were the only customers in the place and that was kinda strange. It must really rock on the weekend, though. It was clean and quaint and service was friendly and timely. read more

First time going and the food was delicious. You got to try the German potato salad. Off the hook amazing. Also had several of the Krampus Winter Ales which were great! read more

We had a gift card to go here and thought we'd give it a shot. My husband ordered a Bratwurst and I had a Cheese brat. I was very disappointed with the German potato salad. It was just cubed potatoes mixed with bacon. There seemed to be no oil/vinegar on it and it didn't come close to anything I have had in Germany. I also ordered an Apfelstrudel , but when she first brought it to me, it was covered with a chocolate sauce. I sent it back, requesting it without chocolate. Those are competing flavors! And I'm not a fan of chocolate. Taste wise it was good, but the crust was a bit tough. Atmosphere here is good for soccer fans, or any other sport that is featured on screen. I found the bench to be very hard and just uncomfortable. Noise is a given and that might be a negative, if you want to talk with fellow customers. Not an experience I want to repeat. read more

Arrived late hoping to get a quick snack and they very kindly squeezed us in for a fine brat and soft pretzel. Plus, the Radler - almost NA - was entirely refreshing. read more

This restaurant continues to be amazing! I've been a few more times I've tried different things, and every time I love what I am eating. They still have an awesome selection of beers, and the customer service with their servers is top-notch. The place is always clean and well-maintained as well. Right now it's kind of difficult trying to get there because of a huge road construction project but still worth going. read more

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I love German food, and this place is on point. The service is always top-notch, and they always have a nice menu to choose from. Plus having a ton of German beers on tap is always a positive. I usually go with one of their bratwurst, and their beer cheese soup is a must order item. My wife and I keep saying we're going to visit for Oktoberfest, and it's on our calendar for this year for sure. You should definitely check this place out! read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Cheddar bratwurst - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here, but the food wasn't quite as good as we hoped. Everyone working was very friendly, and our dog got lots of pets, but we were disappointed in the food. There are a dozen things on the menu we would love to try, but as it of towners our experience was limited. We each got a "wurst". While the sausage itself was good, no complaints, it just wasn't anything that can stand out. They came with a side of a bag of chips, nothing you couldn't buy at the store. The indoor and outdoor offerings for drinks were different, which made it difficult since you had to pay separately or have a tab each place. It was a nice place to hang out for a bit, but not somewhere we'd go out of our way to revisit. read more

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I love this bar. Amazing atmosphere and decor. Service is great. A ton of fun card and board games. Live music. Plenty of TVs to watch sports. And huge outdoor area for when it gets warmer. Please check it out! read more

My wife heard a lot about this place. We decided to give it a try. We weren't disappointed. The building is huge, with a large patio. Effort has been made to space people safely, with plastic screens on the large tables. Screens which can be moved. Quite sophisto, I thought. Handles the slack mask wearing of some patrons. Spacious enough at the tables to avoid hassle. It's still a bit tight by the bar. So be it. The bar. Oldest German beers in the world are featured. I craved a pilsner and was not disappointed. German pilsners are flavorful. My wife trusted me on this and had them as well. The place had a huge group of younger folk meeting up, filling the patio and half the restaurant. It was lively. Slowed the food a bit. Her reuben and my charcuterie were still delicious. They even make the reuben with corned beef, which is her preferred way. My chef's board charcuterie was a pleasant mix of German charcuterie that made for a delightful lunch. Definitely will return. read more

I had heard a lot of good things about this place so we gave it a go. The building it's in has been around forever. Back in the day, it was a coffee house, and even more back in the day, it was "3 Cheers Bar", where I would partake in the occasional under-age drinking. I digress. My husband had the charcuterie board. I tried some of the sausages and pretzels and they were delicious. I had a Ruben sandwich which had sliced corned beef which always makes it taste great. We had a couple of beers with it. I can't remember what I had, I went with what the bartender recommended. I'm not a big beer person anymore, but I liked what he gave me. There was an event going on on the patio, so the kitchen was slammed with that, so our order took longer than usual. We also saw some staff not wearing their mask correctly, but at least they were wearing one. We'll be back. read more

I tried this place for the first time during the great Reuben debate. This was also when I found out they sell stuffed pretzels?! The Reuben itself just wasn't my favorite. It was good but it had a lot of fatty pieces which I had to pull out. The pretzels however are so exciting I need to go back to try others. I don't dislike this place, it just wasn't my favorite food. Somewhere I'd try again for the pretzels. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - RATHSKELLER REUBEN - OMAHAS BEST VOTED #1 REUBEN PRETZEL - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Great place for lunch! We were there slightly after typical lunch hour so it was not busy. Everyone was very friendly and attentive. The menus at the table could use some refreshing, as they are semi-tattered, but useable. We ordered a pretzel to share, and it was tasty. The grilled cheese sandwich was gooey and delicious. My bratwurst was unlike any other one I've ever had, but I enjoyed it. The best part of everything was the tomato jam that came with the grilled cheese. It makes a fantastic dip for the kettle chips that come with the sandwiches. I'm not from the area so it's unlikely I'll ever have the chance to get back there, though I would if given the chance. read more

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First impressions are everything right? I called to see if they were doing dine in before we made the trek out in the snow, and a gentleman answered, rushed through the answer (sounding as if I already knew the answer) than hung up on me. While I'm sure they're "busy", don't ever hand up on a paying patron. Also, websites/Google aren't always updated with hours, so. We picked our spot to sit instructed by the folks behind the bar (seat yourself), and we chose a table off to the side around 5:51p. The waitress for the area passed us 5 times, never dropping off menus, never asking for water orders. So, we got them ourselves; excluding water. At 6:21p, a rushed guy came by and ask what we'd like to drink. By then we ordered. The dressing on the salad was too much for what little fancy lettuce there was. I might suggest to tone that down a bit. Plastic utensils are given, and hard to cut BLTs with. Granted we felt like we shouldn't even inquire about the possibility of getting a real knife just for the cut. So we didn't. Didn't hear too much back on the "best" Reuben, and the BLT was dry. Honestly, I felt in the wrong asking where the ladies bathroom was at one point, but noted if there's a next time. read more

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My wife and I and 2 friends met here recently and enjoyed the beer, and the food. One friend thought her Reuben was excellent. Another enjoyed his brat, and I liked mine (although, in my opinion, sauerkraut should be served warm, not ice cold), and my wife liked her brat. The Reuben balls were enjoyed by all (although they were initially served cold in the middle, but this was corrected once this was pointed out). Overall, I give this place a 5. The atmosphere was good, but employees kept going outside in the back, and at one point left the back door open (which we ended up closing ourselves), so it was fairly cold inside. The bathrooms were clean. Parking was ample. Service was good, and most importantly friendly. read more

Should've stayed closed. Service was rude, food wasn't prepared correctly with multiple hairs to be found.

Had a good first visit to rathskeller in which we ordered some large beers and even larger tray of sausages (and slightly less pretzel than I would've preferred to eat). I also would've preferred there hadn't been a strong draft the whole time we sat near the stairs... I wasn't totally sure where it was coming from whether it was getting sucked in from the patio doors by the front doors. But this place is super cool. Warm. Lots of wood. Lots of beer. Lots of wins. I have a feeling this place is here to stay. read more

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So I went here two months ago and was not able to eat due to an early closed kitchen. Last night I met a couple people here for dinner and got to experience my first meal here. I am a huge fan of the Reuben sandwich so go in and I knew that's why I had to get. I'm not a huge drinker but the selection of beer at second to none. I did have one glass of that Fruh Fruh Kolsch and it was decent and light. The service was decent and those I interacted with were all very polite as accommodating. As for my meal..... it is advertised as being Omahas number one Reuben. While I really enjoyed the salad that came with it and the basic chips, I didn't love my rueben. For me it wasn't horrible, but it was different. I'm not hating on it but it just wasn't my thing. It came across with different flavors that didn't connect with me and my Reuben palette. The sauce wasn't typical "thousand island type"... it was thinner and different tasting. The bread didn't seem to hold it all together well either.... Mine was borderline soggy. I'd go back here but I won't be getting that again. Still a decent atmosphere.... Though can be loud at times. Also had live music just starting as we were leaving and that was kinda cool. read more

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Some of my co-workers and I ventured to Rathskeller a few weeks ago for a Friday lunch and it was pretty good. We walked in very surprised, as we were the only ones there. No one else walked in the entire time we were there, which kind of baffled me a bit. We sat down at a long, really cool, wooden table and gave our drink orders. The waitress was very quick and took our food orders a few minutes later. I ordered the Curry Wurst with the Bier cheese soup. Both were awesome and right on the price point. It was a good, intimate experience of Rathskeller. I definitely want to go back. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Curry wurst. - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

If you like German bier and want a larger selection than Huber Haus, then the Rathskeller is for you. Located on the outer edge of Blackstone in what used to be the old caffeine dreams, this fun little spot with an inventive menu and a menagerie of beer on tap is A-okay by me. The menu consists of a variety of sausages, pretzels, and some sandwiches. All of which are good but lets be honest, we didn't come to a bier haus for a sandwich, we came here for a sausage, a pretzel, and a beer. Inside it really feels like a german bierhaus. Long group seating tables, high ceilings and lighting, if I didn't know better I'd think i was transported to Bavaria upon walking in the door. One of the highlights of this spot for me, is their bier garden. Out back they have a spacious fenced in lawn, with bags (Cornhole), giant jenga, and hammerschlaggen/stump. if the weathers nice on a weekend you can bet you'll find me hanging out on this patio sippin' sudz and swinging a hammer. read more

Jawohl! This place is low key and high German. Love it. Great beer selection (including Flensburger!), incredibly friendly service, and just a nice vibe all around. Could be a new local for me and many others. Also, great music in the background. Lots of 60s/70s funk, soul, and classics that somehow perfectly round out the experience. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

The bar is inside the old Caffeine Dreams coffee shop building. It was definitely different seeing how much the interior changed but loved the decor and lighting. There were cafeteria-style long tables and benches made of solid wood pieces. Great selection of beers and food. The food was overpriced for what it is and what you get though. My friend got beer cheese soup and it was very soupy. His currywurst also lacked in flavor. My Cajun brat was good though and the German potato salad was delicious. My first choice of beer (Kristallweizen) was out so I went with a Hefeweizen. Service was very slow. Based on other reviews (via Google), this has been an ongoing issue. We went during the third week so I would have expected improvements in this area. Overall, fun environment, decent beer selection, overpriced food, slow service. I'd go back for a beer with friends later at night but probably will not bother dining there again. read more

Sgt Schultz has a weight problem, and I know why: He eats daily at the Rathskeller. This place--hands down--has the best Reuben sandwich I ever tasted. But it is more than the sandwich; it is the spring greens salad with their own stone ground mustard vinaigrette. Even the chips. Damn I'm impressed. And I'm going back. Today!!! read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - The best Reuben on planet earth? - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Wondering which St. Patrick's celebrating bar/restaurant follow a similar process to making GREAT #cornedbeefandcabbage? (Your Ruebens are Great, by the way, as well as when transposed to a Rueben Pizza!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqrSVeXvwv8&t=471s read more

My husband is German and we make a point to find German food whenever we travel so we were excited to see this place open up. The atmosphere/amenities from a bar standpoint are amazing. Such a cool vibe, patio/biergarden is amazing, lots of tvs for sports/events, fun games available and good drink options. I would love to see this space thrive but the food was mediocre at best. Not sure if they were understaffed but despite only having 3 other tables occupied and a handful of people at the bar the bartender seemed overwhelmed handling the POS and the bar. She forgot half our drinks and both spaetzles came out with red sauce even though the menu doesn't note red sauce. It says caramelized onions on the menu, but there weren't any of those either. Also the "German" meatballs are definitely from Costco/Sams and were cold. My husband's schnitzel was dry and overall everything tasted old. If the food improved this place would be 5 stars for sure. Hopefully they're still working out some kitchen kinks. read more

What's better than a cold beer and a delicious brat?! Rathskellers offers a large selection of German beers on tap and has a variety of pretzels and brats that are SO good. I have never had a bad meal at Rathskeller's and I try something new every time. I personally really like their side salad- the Dijon mustard vinaigrette is delicious! Rathskellers also has a very good vegan wurst (I could not tell the difference!). Would definitely recommend rathskellers! read more

We really liked this place, we'd been here for drinks but never eaten. On a last minute food run we decided to try the food. The service is great and always happy to explain the choices available. I was looking for a certain kind of beer that no one has and they had it. The have German beers, USA beers, European beers, you name it, they'll have it. Big beer glasses, too, chilled. Food is great, we had the Castle sandwich ($15) and the Turkey Gouda sandwich ($14). One cannot go wrong with meat and melty cheese on a pretzel bun. Seriously. Both were fantastic. I also saw a Reuben ($15) and a Chicago Beef ($14) go by our table. Wow. Next food run. Similarly I ordered the Potato salad as a side (German) $4.00, which was salty, bacon-y with red potatoes. Delicious with a sandwich, then the Mac n cheese went by our table, next time for sure. They also have pretzels, wurst sandwiches (sausage on a bun) and pizza! More reason to go back. Make a food run soon. Get a beer and a dog, watch a soccer game. read more

Food amazing, Beer amazing, service amazing, atmosphere amazing! I love the fact that they are pet friendly! I will be revisiting this place over and over! read more

Just had beers here. The bartender here was awesome. It was Super Bowl Sunday and not packed. My husband did have the Reuben and it was delicious. Only bad part was smoking on the patio, I didn't mind it but some other people did. Great place for day drinking read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Bar area - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Cold beer with a vast variety. Tasty affordable pub grub. And a darn tootin' friendly staff. Oh, and a sizeable dog friendly patio with turf. Alex the bartender was exactly what a travel weary visitor needs in friendly service; and Toni was the consummate hostess. Will return next month on our trip back through. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - @golddustyorkie - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

We stopped in for lunch on our way through Omaha and am I glad we did! Awesome selection of local and imported beers, served in a massive Stein!!! I had the house brat and it was cooked perfectly. It was served with a salad and chips, and was just the right amount and left room for my Warsteiner Oktoberfest; exactly what the afternoon needed! If I'm in Omaha again, it'll be on the list for places to check out again. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - House brat w/ chips and salad - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Here again for Thursday night trivia. We sat at a table for 15 mins before one of us asked a worker if we were supposed to order at the bar. My boyfriend had already gotten a beer at the bar, so I guess the servers/bartenders assumed we knew to order at the bar??? This was different compared to our previous visits. The two other times I was here, we always had a server come to us. This time we ordered at the bar, got a ticket, and someone brought out the food. We had two late trivia team members as per usual of our team. We decided it was a problem when one of the late members got their food before we did and he arrived 10-15 mins AFTER we ordered our food. They checked in the back and I guess they lost our order. They had to come to our table and take our order again. It took a little while, but my boyfriend was about to say he didn't even want the food after waiting so long and drinking 3 liters worth of beer. The food ended up being pretty good, which is why I gave them two stars. You also pay at the bar now. My trivia team members were mad at me because I still tipped them after they messed up our order and since we had to come to the bar and place an order now. So the only thing they have to do is just bringing out the food. Side note: This isn't Rathskellers problem, but the trivia MC messed up the tie breaker answer. And because of that, she gave the second place $30 gift card away and we got stuck with third place. read more

We have been a few times, once with kids and once without. Large indoor dining area with an outdoor beer garden with yard games. Typically there is a cover for the beer garden if there is live music. You order all drinks and food at the bar as there are no servers. The pretzel buns and pretzels are great. Good selection of beers. Customer service is basic, not overly impressed, but the place is clean and kid friendly. read more

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Came for Thursday night trivia and dinner. The atmosphere was lively, the service was friendly and the food was very good. The venison sausage was very good, you can definitely taste the venison. They had other flavor options as well. I would return to Rathskeller with no hesitation. read more

Rathskeller Bier Haus - Venison sausage with kettle chips and salad - German Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

First chance to visit this location I must say I am rather disappointed. This have a quite a large beer menu, problem was that most were out stock. I chose 3-4 and finally they one in stock. A co worker picked out an appetizer, that amounted to cheap can chicken and hot sauce on potato chips. Also they will ask for credit card to open a tab and charge you for 25.00. I called and they couldn't even answer the phone. read more