50 Best Cocktail Bars near Carter Lake

“I love this place! So inviting and comfortable“

“I love Martini's & this place was on my list for my bday on 12/15 - yes I know its not open on Sun, so my plan was to go on Sat the 14th. Weather interfered w ice storm on Fri 13th, so Sat night was super packed & i wasn't able to even get in....no biggie, went to Roxxy n had a blast! Fast forward to my bff coming out from NY n here for Christmas n we decided to go out on 12/28 n try again & yay we were able to finally get in! The place is so elegant n beautiful & has a very classy comfortable feeling to it - I knew I would 💜 it! At the bar talking about my quest n fail of trying to come here for my bday a few weeks ago, sitting next to me was the bar manager Carmen - she said she'd buy me a shot n I was like "oh cool", I never saw it so thought she was just being nice n a totally forgot n I thought 'its ok, no biggie"....then I go to pay my bill & turns out she picked up my 1st round of drinks - so extremely super sweet of her & I appreciated that n her so much. Huge THANK YOU to her & bartender Sophia for making my visit w my bff rock & an awesome experience!“

“I visited for my Birthday and it was lovely. I can’t recommend enough!“

“The Painkiller at Laka Lono is absolutely next level, hands down one of the best tiki cocktails I’ve had anywhere.🫶🏻✨💥

From the first sip, it’s perfectly balanced: rich coconut, bright pineapple, and just the right citrus bite, all layered over a smooth, high-quality rum blend. It’s creamy without being heavy, sweet without being overpowering, and dangerously drinkable. You can actually taste the craftsmanship, nothing feels pre-mixed or rushed.

What really sets it apart is the way the alcohol is integrated. It’s strong (as a proper Painkiller should be), but incredibly smooth, no harshness, just a slow, warm finish. Drinks here are known to “pack a punch,” so it’s one you’ll want to savor.

The presentation matches the flavor, classic tiki vibes, crushed ice, fresh garnish, and that signature escape-in-a-glass feel. The whole experience is elevated by the atmosphere, dim lighting, immersive décor, and an energy that makes you forget you’re in Omaha.

People consistently rave about this place for good reason, the ambiance is incredible and the drinks are genuinely top-tier.

If you’re ordering one thing here, make it the Painkiller. It’s not just a cocktail, it’s the experience.“

“had some of the best cocktails I've ever experienced in Omaha. bartenders Tim and Samie are hospitality professionals and made our visit here one to remember. highly recommend and can't wait to bring friends here to share drinks next time in town.“

“What a hidden gem. We’ve had the best time every time we’ve visited. The staff and food are amazing and we love sitting at the bar on Rat Pack jazz nights. Zach behind the bar is such a sweetheart and we request to sit there every time. I can’t say enough great things about the food, atmosphere and staff.“

“I would like to get busy a thumbs up 110% went there on Valentine's Day night they texted me I came back after I was there and couldn't get in I sat next to a wonderful absolutely wonderful girl named Allie we talked for hours and give me a ride home and I just had the most wonderful time for being a Valentine's Day and not having a boyfriend I didn't need one I don't need one but I made a new friend named Allie from Beatrice and I am so pleased and happy for that and hopefully things will pan out as friendship can subside and thank you busy for everything you have done and do for me when I do come there I really appreciate it and I tried to put good reviews for you guys anything I could do for you you tell me and vice versa thank you again“

“Love this place! Truly is cozy and laid back. An Omaha hidden gem 🤘🏾“

“Been in the VIP 1/2 dz times in past 6 mos, very nice ppl in a nice cocktail lounge. No loudmouth's, no vulgar language, mature crowd.Tonight was a fish fry comped by a customer who obviously is a great fisherman! Had such a nice time, plan to go back more often. Friendly bartenders.“

“Great service! The bartender (from Puerto Rico) was super sweet! She was able to accommodate nonalcoholic options. She was able to make a few drinks from their menu without alcohol. And they were delicious! This one is a the pineapple/coconut flavor mocktail. I cannot remember the official name of it on the menu.“

“Best Bread Pudding Ever!!! OMG as a Travel Agent local to Omaha, NE I can tell you that I have enjoyed bread pudding all over the world and sea...and this is simply the most exquisite! So much so that if you mention Herbe Saint in your quote request, I will waive your booking fee! #hailherbesainte #bestbreadpuddingever #yumyum“

“I love their drinks and pool table, good drunk people . Loves smoking cigars at outside“

“Great bar. I popped in while walking around my hotel and the vibe was good. Pool table, big bar, tables, and booths. Ambiance is solid and people come through and it's all relaxed. Easy to chat with strangers. Drinks are great too, shouts out Trinity!“

“Threw my wife’s 40th here. Eric and staff were great. Helped with getting food truck and DJ lined up. Very accommodating with decorations and setup. Service was on point, the cocktails were solid, and communication was easy. Also being accessible for wheel chairs was a bonus.“

“Love the Turf. Love the bartenders, love the owner. Love the pool table. Hate some of the regulars 😅 just kidding!!!“

“My husband and I were there the 23rd. Very welcoming greeting got a table immediately. The server(she) was delightful and promoted. The decor is outstanding. We loved it!“

“I went in with a couple friends on a Friday night and ended up staying way longer than we planned. The place had a really easygoing vibe and didn't feel overly loud, which I liked. Drinks came out looking great and actually tasted balanced instead of just being loaded with sugar. The bartender was friendly too and gave a few suggestions based on what we normally drink. One thing I noticed was everyone seemed to be having a good time without it feeling too crowded or chaotic. Def one of those spots I'd come back to when I want a relaxed night and a good cocktail.“

“10/10 recommend having dinner here. The atmosphere, the service, the food - all on point! Our server Ashlynn was phenomenal and made our dinner so special! The food was absolutely amazing. Everyone should save room for the Baked Alaska!“

“It’s a great after work stop for cheap mini pitchers of domestic beer and pool. Parking is plentiful and a great location if you live in North Omaha where there aren’t many bars. It’s a bit of a dive bar, but that’s also its charm. I attended a live music happy there recently and had a great time. They also have a pretty lively karaoke night.“

“Super neat cocktail lounge, atmosphere, service and drinks. Really unique place!!“

“My friend and I stopped in for dinner last night before a show at The Orpheum. We ordered based on our server Noah’s recommendations, and everything was incredible!! (Thanks, Noah!) Great food, friendly service, and delicious cocktails! Can’t wait to go back!!“

“This place is awesome! Great atmosphere, lovely patio, great food and drinks! Just a cool, welcoming place with a great staff!“

“One of my top restaurants in Omaha! I love the atmosphere. Service is always great. The menu seems to rotate regularly to keep it interesting. Fabulous food. Wonderful cocktails. And, of course, MOMOS!! 🙌“

“We had the most fantastic experience hosting our baby shower here! The price point for the venue, bartender, and drink options were all extremely fair and made it affordable for us to have an intimate event in a beautiful space. I’m so glad I got an excuse to host an event there so I could see it, it was just absolutely stunning inside. All of the cider we tried were delicious - a lot of flavor but not too sweet. Brooklyn was the event manager who I spoke with throughout the process of booking the venue and also ended up being our bartender (who made great cocktails), busser, and got everything set up and helped us clean up after. This was the perfect event space!“

“Noah was amazing, amazing food and drinks“

“Cute place with plenty of seating. We were able to make a reservation online and get right in with two adults and a high chair. The waitress we had was very friendly and did a great job answering any questions and explaining the menu. We had the crab rangoons, everything smoked salmon, and 3 sushi rolls…all were delicious. We both really enjoyed our drinks as well. I would return!“

“We showed up a little after midnight, so we got there a little late for the live music & the crowd had died down; there were only 5 other people there. The atmosphere and pricing seem fine, but the bartender used cranberry juice in my tequila sunrise instead of grenadine, so my drink was way funky..I probably won’t make it a point to come back.“

“Extensive whiskey and scotch menu.“

“My husband and I were recommended by our car salesman and he was Right! This place was a great experience. Everyone was nice and friendly! Even the guy at the bar was nice and talked highly of this place. We ordered the burgers and onion rings plus the most amazing ranch sauce. Absolutely love the atmosphere and 👍👍 on the best burgers! We will definitely be back!“

“cool place!!! nice atmosphere!“

“Probably the most authentic ramen spot in omaha. I ate countless shop around here most have horrible broth .“

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“absolutely amazing in every way possible. cocktails were delicious, pizza more than amazing, service... more than you could ask for! and the pot was just so darn cute! we will definitely be back!“

“The customer service…outstanding! From the host that greeted us and ushered us in, to the cocktail waitress we had the pleasure of being served by, AMAZING. I cannot recommend a better drink atmosphere.“

“My husband and I have been super impressed by the Dell since it reopened last year—amazing craft cocktails, solid beer options, and very elevated pub food that you can tell is made with high quality ingredients. We were last there on NYE for an early dinner and the service and food were top notch. Honestly would choose this over other $100 places, so good! They went above and beyond for us. Hope they can continue to build back up demand—as it is such an incredible atmosphere since the remodel!“

“Great local bar. Friendly people and prices“

“Kind staff. Friendly and fun atmosphere. Great place!“

“Amory…. Great bartender!!! Had fun! Will be back!! Thank you!!“

“Sky and Cody made my birthday feel so special. I had a personalized birthday card at my lane when we arrived! Everyone was extremely attentive and friendly. The atmosphere is beautiful which adds to photo opportunities. 10/10 can’t wait to go back!“

“Astonishing does not describe our experience at Santoro. We had been long-time patron of Rivera's and have been looking forward to trying this since Santoro was announced. It surpassed every expectation we had. The new dishes were sublime. The Steak Aguachile was complex, the Pork Shank was fall off the bone delicious and my wife's shrimp was perfection. Cannot wait to go back!“

“Our tastebuds were dancing when we experienced the pork belly with street corn and the crunchy potatoes! Those chefs aren’t messing around with the flavors and that’s something most places try to hold back on to please the masses. Thank you for not being afraid of spicing things up! 5++ stars! 😚 We’ll be back… several times over!“

“Wonderful bar with wonderful staff. Great drink prices! Patrons are exceptionally friendly too. Must stop if in Omaha!“

“It was our first time at Cedar. Nick is a special bartender. We asked him for recommendations and then just to "make me something" and he did not disappoint! My favorite was the Amaretto sour. It's Nick's secret recipe and it was so good, I had 3 of them! I wish we would have come here sooner!“

“Pure class. Wonderful staff that are customer service forward. The yummy blueberry lemon mojito was a refreshing choice. Absolutely will invite friends and come back!“

“Super cute lil bar in Blackstone. Great drinks, indoor and outdoor seating with a fire pit. Pink neon lights and plants everywhere! They even allow you to bring food in to eat! Great Lemon Drops and good music... Perfect place for a ladies night!“

“Visited Omaha for the Tyler Childers concert we found Ghost Donkey. Excellent food, service was fantastic, the drinks were amazing. We are already planning a road trip just for GD again. Highly recommended.“

“We went for my first time this past Saturday to get our kids and grandkids together for Easter. Not only was the food amazing the service was great.“

“Muy delicioso los huaraches los tacos de sudero muy bien lugar y sobre todo los meseros muy buenas personas solo a la salsa roja para unos buenos tacos yo la cambiaría Ben y disfruta“

“My husband and I are celebrating our anniversary this weekend. We went to The Jewell last night and had an amazing time. The food was delicious and the live music was amazing! Our waiter and the manager truly went above and beyond to make us feel special. I loved The Jewell and will definitely come back again.“