Don't ask me how to pronounce it. No one seems to know…read more There is something about Spezia that is so welcoming. No wonder it's always packed. Friendly service, comfy setting, and oh yeah - the food! Unfortunately for me, there is too much seafood on the menu but there's always something. People rave about the seafood dishes so I'll trust them and say it must be good. I'm just not into it. On this visit, we each ordered a cocktail. I decided to try the lemon martini which I never order and OH MY GOODNESS. It was awesome! They nailed it. The limoncello brought it home. My dining partner had a dirty martini and was satisfied as well. We enjoyed a Spezia salad which featured mixed greens, prosciutto, tomato, Kalamata olives, and a house vinaigrette. It all combined so well. The lettuce was wonderfully fresh, no need to pick out rotting leaves like some places. The dressing was simply light and delish. We shared a plate of spaghetti. You get several options to add to it. The grilled spicy Italian sausage sounded good. I'm not sure which was better. The sausage or the marinara sauce. Both were soooooo good!! The sausage was truly grilled and spicy and just amazing, and it was not greasy either. The marinara sauce challenged my own that I make at home. We devoured that plate of spaghetti which was big enough to share. I forgot to take a picture as it was served so I am sharing a tight shot of half the order after we divided it.

This is one of our favorite Italian spots and definitely my favorite place for pasta. There is…read moreplenty of parking right on site, and reservations are super easy to make online. It can get pretty busy, so I definitely recommend making one ahead of time. The ambiance is quiet and really nice, and the restaurant is much larger inside than I expected, which makes it feel comfortable without feeling crowded. The happy hour menu is such a great deal. $6 Old Fashioneds is almost unheard of, and they are perfectly made for my taste every time. My favorite pasta is similar to a Cajun cream sauce, with the perfect balance of flavors and they definitely do not skimp on the chicken. My kids love the complimentary bread and always order the salmon pasta. I am usually too full for dessert, but this time we shared the chocolate raspberry cheesecake and it was so good it disappeared before I could even get a picture. Definitely a place we keep coming back to.

I've always heard great things about Avoli, but this was our first time getting to try it. Safe to…read moresay that we will be back! The atmosphere is really cool - elevated/upscale without feeling stuffy or overly fancy. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. We started with Brussels sprouts. These were super flavorful and perfectly crispy. My husband had the carbonara. It was so delicious and peppery, and the guanciale was by far the best I have ever had. I wish I knew the secret to getting it so crispy! I had the butternut squash risotto. This was also fantastic and super flavorful, and it tasted even better the next day. We can't wait to return to try more items off the menu!

A beautiful spot for good Italian food. The staff were kind, attentive, knowledgeable about every…read moredish we asked and accommodating. We ordered the bolognese Bianco, carbonara with the pork belly (the STAR of the show - it completely melts in your mouth!!), and got the Caesar salad + tiramisu, both which were delicious as well. I will 100% be coming back here.

I love Cibo! The small plate options are great for sharing and they have a great wine selection…read more The staff (love Wendy an Lex) are the best. I go there often for business happy hours with clients and partners. I also had my daughters graduation dinner and my wedding reception dinner there and both were well attended to, with great food, accommodating service, and reasonable prices. Cibo is my go to everytime when looking for a downtown restaurant!

This place made my birthday special, I was having a bad trip until I stopped into here and the…read moreBartender was so kind and friendly serve served me a slice of the most delicious tiramisu made in house. Beautiful ambience, clean bathrooms, great vibe overall, prices are worth it.

Pretty good Italian staying true to Leo's recipes. My wife is always ther for the calimari steak…read more I'm there for veal parmisan or the Italian prime rib.

Feb 13th reservation was hectic! Fun backdrop outside when waiting and was able to get photos sent…read moreto my phone. Seating was out of order when we overheard someone at a later reservation get seated before us. But then were seated after we told them we waited for a while. Soup was so creamy and delicious and I loveeeeee the bread!!!! It was a cute place and lots of seating for 2 or 4 people not a lot of large groups.

Vincenzo's is easily the best Italian food in Omaha, hands down. The food was absolutely fantastic…read more Every dish was flavorful, well prepared, and clearly made with care. For the quality you get, the prices are hard to beat, which makes the experience even better. The ambiance is warm and classic, exactly what you would hope for in a traditional Italian restaurant. It feels authentic and comfortable. Service was fair overall, but they were extremely busy when we visited. Our server was clearly working hard and doing their best to keep up, which I appreciated. On peak nights this place fills up quickly, so reservations are definitely recommended. If you are looking for great Italian food in Omaha, Vincenzo's should be at the top of your list.

Vincenzo's nails that classic old‑movie Italian vibe. Warm, cozy, and instantly inviting. Service…read morewas grade‑A the whole night. We started off with the garlic cheese bread. This is a MUST HAVE, I repeat a must‑have. Perfect crisp outside, soft inside, next‑level cheese pull, and that garlic drizzle seals the deal. I could've eaten just that and left happy. For the main course, I had the penne bolognese fiorna, and it was flawless (rich, fresh, and a generous portion). My better half went for the Big Vinny Combo (chicken parmigiana, fettuccine Alfredo, baked lasagna). Everything hit except the Alfredo needing a touch more salt... though she definitely didn't need any help enjoying those glasses of wine. The kiddo crushed her cavatappi with shrimp -- fork never stopped moving, and she couldn't stop talking about how good it was. Though it could be considered slightly pricey, it's absolutely worth it. I'll definitely be back.

Wow!! Very satisfied with this restaurant!! Small mom & pop feeling! Clean inside and fast service!…read moreYou order at the front counter and seat yourself which I do not think is a big deal at all. Welcomed at the door and had a server at your table. Our server today was Angelo, he was wonderful!! Extremely attentive couldn't have asked for a better server. The food was great! Zero complaints. Will be going back and would recommend to anyone wanting pizzas, pastas, or salads!! Warning: portion sizes are huge!!!! Plenty leftovers to take home!!! The pizza crust is amazing and I am not a crust fan normally. A big bonus in my book is the homemade ranch, wonderful!

Best pasta place in omaha 100% local and has been here long time so is a must place to support!…read moreService is at the counter have a love hate relationship with that since I had to wait over 10 mins to pick up my food because other people in front of me were ordering to stay but nothing major. The food is worth the wait!! My pasta came with the bread roll but the spinach dip is a must!!

Always get plenty to eat and usually get 2 meals out of it. Service is always on top of it and…read moredon't leave you waiting long.

Romas was amazing...I sat at the bar waiting for my "too go" Lasagna, their heavenly bread, and…read morefried Mozzarella..chit chatted with Cheyenne ..the bar hostess with the mostess...they were so busy..lots of people waiting to be seated as well...I couldn't wait to get home! Everything was nice and hot..and delicious..their sauce is the best! Portions were huge we split one entree and one appetizer

Upon arrival we were quickly greeted and taken to our table. The restaurant is beautiful, dimly lit…read moreand classy. Our waitress was very kind and friendly. She was knowledgeable about the menu and provided my son with a gluten free menu. In addition, he was served gluten free bread which he thoroughly enjoyed. Our food arrived hot and the presentation was excellent. The pasta was light and delicious. Our party was very pleased with their food choices. Overall this was a 5 star experience. Knowing our son who has celiac was able to eat a delicious gluten free meal was an important key to our choosing Biaggia's.

We normally like Biaggi's, and had started going there on a more regular basis, but last week when…read morewe went, I chose to have Baked Ziti Al Forno, which was to consist of shrimp, chicken, caramelized onions, crispy pancetta, peas and 3-cheese alfredo sauce. It was tasteless. I was so disappointed, especially after the waiter said it was one of their favorites! I brought home what I didn't eat and warmed it up to see if maybe I was just wrong, but even with me adding pepper flakes, still tasteless. Certainly, would never order it again.

We worked up a big appetite after spending the day at the Omaha zoo. Plus the hubby wanted pizza!…read moreThanks to Yelp for this find, it was only a 8-minute drive from the zoo. We started off with happy hour drinks and calamari. The lemonchello and Negroni are strong!!! You've been warned! The calamari was surprisingly delicious. It didn't have a fishy taste, the breading was thin, tasty and yummy. The sauces it came with were also bomb. It had a nice kick along with pickled peppers that I could eat by itself. Now to the stars of the show -- margherita and pepperoni pizza. Wow. It almost felt like our taste buds were transported to Italy after the first few bites. Both of these pizzas were on the happy hour menu. I strongly recommend getting them if you're in a pizza mood. From the fresh dough, to fresh cheese and marinara sauce.. these pizzas alone are a huge reason we will come back. Our daughter had the buttered noodles which were also tasty. Our server was great, food came out in a timely manner. The space itself is clean and cozy. There is a bar, plus indoor and outdoor seating. Thanks to the Via Farina team for a fantastic dinner experience!

Great beer with Lumen on tap and great apps!…read more We had a good experience with friends out for our first time in a long time. The bread and cheese dip special at the time was amazing! I would definitely go back. We had a group of 6 and the place was busy but we did see the servers were working hard. The only way I would say they could improve is attention to empty glasses or provide larger glass options if they want to sell more beer. Good service overall, I'm usually more thirsty than most! lol Check it out for sure!

Dining out with a 3-month-old and a 2-year-old can be stressful, but Dante made it feel effortless…read more Jen greeted us and quickly got us seated, graciously accommodating our oversized stroller without making us feel like we were in the way. That first impression matters. Our server Paul was a true professional. The best way I can describe him is that he represents what hospitality should be. Attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without being pretentious, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great experience. His wine recommendation of a Barbera d'Asti with the braised beef completely surprised me in the best way. What really impressed me was Jen checking back in after seating us to help get our toddler's order in quickly. She read the situation perfectly while we were managing both kids. That awareness is what separates good service from great service. Highlights from dinner: Squid ink tagliarini with crab (fantastic depth of flavor) Braised beef (comforting and refined at the same time) Pizza that made our 2-year-old very happy Excellent wine guidance from Paul The service honestly reminded me of Michelin experiences I've had -- not because of formality, but because of how intentional and thoughtful everything felt. This was hands down one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in Omaha.

We've been to Dante a couple of times now. The first time was for a wine tasting event that our…read morefriends invited us to. It was a fun event with good wine and complimentary margherita pizza. Some slices were great, though a few had burnt crust. We came back another time to check out their happy hour. The drinks and food we ordered were fine, nothing special, and it took quite a while for the food to come out. Their happy hour ends at 5, which felt a little early. Overall, the ambiance is nice, and it's a solid spot, but given all the hype we'd heard, we expected to be a little more impressed.