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    The Matt Bar And Grill

    3.6 (400 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE MATT BAR AND GRILL ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Fat - burnt end on the burnt end sandwich

    FYI Note to self - never order burnt ends outside of Kansas or Texas! Steak Bite appetizer good, order them dry with no sauce, add dipping sauces on the side! Great staff!

    Connor L.

    Went down with a group during CWS and whoever they hired for security were very rude and trashed our friends very small purse then we get inside and see a ton of people with larger purses than they had. Super frustrating for a $20 cover but it is CWS so expected. Ended up getting a table inside and some food. Watched the first half of the Finals game. Service was decent for the craziness. Food was meh, frozen burger patty taste, chicken strip breading was solid but chicken was very dry. Cookie dessert was good! Tough to judge on such a crazy weekend but I won't be back either way.

    Hillary P.

    If you need a food hug, this is the home of some great comfort food! A good place to stop when there's no major game events at the CHI arena next-door, otherwise be prepared for a bit of a crowd. A large venue with plenty of outdoor parking offers an oversized dining room, party room for those needing a place to gather, and a long bar where you can lovingly gaze upon a line of beer taps with plenty of local selections. Formally the old mattress factory, it is now just the Matt. Still offering plenty of bar food appetizers in generous portions, burgers and sandwiches galore, with a nice selection of side options to mix things up a bit. For those with plenty of willpower there are healthy salad options too! We enjoyed wonderful service with plenty of attention and never lacked for food or beverage. Even after being open for a number of years, the restaurant is well maintained and clean yet still maintains that old world charm Check out the Matt bar and grill when you're in the downtown area and looking for a menu that will please everybody. The size of this venue allows for an accommodation of larger groups very easily.

    Sara C.

    The Matt (Old Mattress Factory) is a nice spot downtown to catch a game or hang out during the events down there like the CWS, etc. The vibe is basically an upscale-ish sports bar style. They have exposed brick and wood, but also neon lights and bar signs. It's an eclectic mix, but I'd say it's more on the casual side. We have been during the aforementioned huge events downtown, and it can get VERY busy. During those times, we've just basically grabbed a drink or two and left. However, we went recently during a normal time of year with no big events happening in the area, and it was pretty dead (I think we were also there at a weird time, so no shade there, just that it was not busy like usual.) The service was good, and we had a server who was definitely a pro in the restaurant scene. He checked on us just enough to make sure we were happy, but not enough to be an interruption. The food is pretty tasty for bar fare. We started with the pretzel bites that come with beer cheese dip. They are served warm and buttery, as is the cheese dip (warm, not buttery). Eat them peretty fast before they get cold because they become little rocks if they get cold. Entree-wise, we shared the BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese and Grilled Salmon. The BBQ Pulled Pork Mac was very flavorful and creamy. It's a huge serving so we definitely had leftovers for later with this one. The salmon came atop a bed of rice and green beans, with a sweet mango topping. It was a lot lighter than the BBQ Mac and Cheese, so it was nice to have the two entrees to share, having a little lighter option than the heavier/creamy/meaty option. We also wanted to try a dessert, so we opted for the chocolate brownie (which wasn't on the menu that we saw, but our server recommended it). It was served piping hot and came with vanilla ice cream on the side, along with a few little dollops of whipped cream. Very filling and sweet, and perfect for sharing. I don't know if anyone could eat it all by themselves. This is definitely not fine dining or anything, but for bar food, it's pretty good. One thing I will note, though, is that it is definitely not inexpensive (but what downtown is?) I'd say this is a nice laid back spot to check out in the downtown area, especially if you go when it's not busy during an event!

    Maverick burger, wings, and frozen margs
    Maddy V.

    I had a great experience grabbing dinner at the Matt, and I will likely be back again! The food was delicious; my friend and I both ordered the Maverick burger, which was tender, juicy and very impressive. The fries were a solid side, not anything super impressive but still good. We also got wings as an appetizer and they were delicious and flavorful! Our frozen margaritas were a little strong, but good regardless. The food came out quickly and our server was amazing! She was very sweet and attentive, and truly made our dinner even better. I will note that the parking was very confusing and not well marked here, so both of us had trouble finding the entrance at first.

    Mya M.

    The food, atmosphere, and service were ON POINT! So glad we tried the Matt!! We will definitely be back!

    Beer
    Grant A.

    Was hanging out with someone that lived in Omaha and they suggested this place and it was very close to my hotel. Wanted to watch a Baylor basketball game and they had it showing here. Got a beer, some wings and cheese curds. Pleased with the quality of the wings+ curds. Even got a cup that was served water in to keep as a souvenir.

    BlueJay burger
    Eileen D.

    I haven't been back to The Mattress Factory in a while since no longer working downtown, so it was nice to revisit. Early dinner hour on a Saturday (4:30-ish) we watched it fill up rather quickly as 5pm came and went. I initially thought my margarita was a great/generous size, but when it doesn't taste very good, that's not really a benefit. It was almost a little soapy (in which case I would've sent it back), but when my cohort tasted it, she said, "No, it's just not very good." She was very pleased with her beer selection, though. My BlueJay burger was delicious, cooked to order, and the fries were very good as well. The Chicken Wrap was large enough for leftovers and was very tasty. And the tater tots? Better than you ever could've dreamed in the school cafeteria. Crunchy, salty and delicious! Overall, good food, good beer, fun atmosphere, but mixed drinks need some work.

    Cheese curds
    Jennifer F.

    I stopped into The Matt, on purpose, for a late lunch after arriving in Omaha. I was seated immediately, and my server came quickly. His name was Bret and he is a great server. He was pleasant and efficient. I asked for recommendations about appetizers and got some good advice. I ended up having the cheese curds with ranch dressing and I think the drink I had was the huckleberry lemonade which is alcoholic and it was delicious. After enjoying some hot cheese curds, I ordered the Reuben with tater tots, again after discussing options with Bret. He checked on me while I ate and watched some NCAA basketball and it was an overall very pleasant experience. The food was delicious; that Reuben corned beef meat was tender and it had the perfect amount of sauerkraut and 1000 island and I could have licked that plate clean! I got a picture of the cheese curds but was so excited about that Reuben I forgot to take a picture lol!!

    Shrimp Po Boy with onion rings
    Haley J.

    Great restaurant downtown close to the CHI Center & Baseball Stadium! HUGE great place for any crowd & any size! Bar food, fair prices, server was definitely new & learning but very sweet and got everything correct & on time! It was a clean spot, and would recommend to anyone going DT!

    French Dip Sandwich
    Jed M.

    Positive experience dining at the Matt- Solid bar and grill in downtown Omaha! True to the name bar and grill with large dining space. Not a dingy dive bar. Clean. Lots of tvs- would be a great place on game day. Prompt service. Menu had a lot of options I was tempted to try. I ordered a draft beer and the French dip sandwich ($16) with fries. Quality sandwich- very tender and flavorful! Both sandwich and fries were served hot and fresh. Slightly pricey for Omaha but would order again.

    Buffalo chicken salad
    Stacy M.

    Great sports bar vibe with much broader menu variety then just plain 'bar food'. Fast service. Nice seating - barstools, large tables and booths. Some patio space. Central to downtown activities. Own parking area. Look forward to returning.

    Candace D.

    Huge place! Lots of tables and great for family gatherings or parties! Sports bar vibe..with high tops ..beer and casual feel. Awesome menu though! Was there for a Teammates Mentoring gathering with lots of yummy appetizers.

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    Awesome staff. Fantastic wings and good drinks. Really fun place recommend coming in early.

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    Abby is awesome! I'll definitely be back, shes fun to interact with and very kind and attentive. she even recognized us! amazing server.

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    Great and wide selection of food, service is always the best and great ambiance for sporting events.

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    You have to try the steal bites! Tender, garlic and the texture is like they're coered with corn starch before they're pan fried.

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    Located down town Omaha, very busy, but that did not stop the quick service. The chicken tenders and fish and chips were exceptional.

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    Yes...several. A couple of standouts are chocolate lava cake and a personal Carmel apple pie deliciousness.

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