New American Restaurants near Council Bluffs, IA

“Love this place, excellent food, nice family business.“

“Love this bar! They were awesome with the new mask mandate and even though not everyone is happy about it, they kept everyone in compliance. Bar tender Tim was attentive and walked around making sure everyone was taken care of. Would recommend to anyone“

“I love this place! There's only a few places I go out to. I even had my first drink(legal drink) that Dan served back when I was in grad school house hunting. Crazy dan still serves and works here lol.but ultimately I recommend this place a thousand times over. Gracie and Dan have always been my favorite. insane customer service and bartender skills. Gracie runs this place like a pro/killer. And the food is always good. overall I'm always enthralled every time I'm there.“

“One of my favorite council bluffs bars. Always clean service is top notch plenty of dart boards and best of all no drama always feel welcome wether it’s new people I’ve invited or just hanging out with the regulars. BEST FRIED SHRIMP in town and only $6“

“Sometime the year after my first visit, they reopened this place. Thanks for addressing the concerns from last time! Great casual experience. Turkey club and tots were crisp, tasty, and filling. Clean, brightly lit seating with views of the poker room and TVs. Well stocked condiments and utensils. Glad I don’t have to drive around the city scrambling to find something clean and casual to eat. Good use of any RC you’ve earned from the day“

“Can’t say enough good things about The Boiler Room! Such a beautiful, intimate environment with the friendliest servers and unbelievably talented staff. The presentation of each plate is like a piece of art. The chef and team’s food is some of the most mouthwatering, flavorful food you will ever eat!! Definitely a hidden gem in downtown Omaha. Can’t wait to go back again!!“

“Our first trip to Gather couldn’t have gone better. The host, Steve was super accommodating in seating us. I appreciated the table farther away from the majority of the business as it was quieter and more intimate. Our waitress, Cathleen was extremely helpful and super friendly, even giving our oldest daughter individualized attention without being annoying like a lot of servers are when we are trying to enjoy a night out as a family. The brussel sprouts were fantastic. I don’t know if I’ll ever eat them without cranberries again; who would have known. They added such a pop of brightness to the dish. My wife had the pad Thai and thoroughly enjoyed it. I had the Wagyu flat iron with Chimichurri, and where so many restaurants fail, they succeeded in having a well-balanced sauce that wasn’t overly acidic and provided a welcomed heat to the dish. Loved the elote corn which was kept warm the entire meal having been served in its own skillet. We also ordered the Mac and cheese which was very good, and even the chicken strips we ordered for our daughter was a shelf above any other restaurant. My daughter loved the donut holes and the birthday cake they prepared, although simple, was surprisingly delicious. They even do the simple things well! By far, the best dessert was the Strawberry-Basil sorbet; such a fresh and delightful way to end the meal. One of the things that stuck out to me most was the attention we got from the manager, Tony. Most of the time you see managers walking around, it feels like they are just “doing their job,” but this guy was bringing food out to customers, checking in with tables, assisting in any way he could, and genuinely looked liked he loved being there. He checked on a few questions we had about the food and he also gave special attention to our daughter which definitely elevated her experience. The service, food, atmosphere and getting to see their Hydroponic garden make this a must visit! Will definitely be back.“

“Best kept secret restaurant in Omaha? Finicky Franks and this place deserves every single 5 stars and then some. This place is my go-to, my comfort zone, and honestly, my love language in prime rib form. Let’s talk about Brian, the cocktail wizard behind the bar. He crafts a Manhattan that will make you question every other one you have ever had. I am not exaggerating when I say it is one of the best I have ever sipped. Their walleye? Perfectly crisped on the outside, buttery and flaky on the inside. And if you are lucky enough to snag a table on Fried Chicken for 2 on Thursday, Off. The. Chains. Service is always warm, the vibe is cozy without being pretentious, and the food is consistently top-tier. Whether I am showing it off to out-of-towners or sneaking in for a solo bite, Finicky Franks never misses. Run—do not walk.“

“We had a French cuisine prepared by one of their Culinary School students and a pastry chef student it was amazing!“

“Amazing steaks, seafood, and service!“

“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!! 🙌“

“Absolutely delicious meal and excellent service! The bread was fabulous! I had the scallops and my hubs had the tenderloin. DELICIOUS and such a nice romantic atmosphere. Cocktails were amazing too!“

“One word, "Spicerita". Get the spicerita! the corned beef hash is amazing and so is the shrimp scampi. You won't be disappointed in this place!“

“they were at the late night at the zoo and barely an hour into the event they started crossing off items on the menu due to not being prepared for the size of crowd. The guy at the window seemed like he could careless to be there. I also understand that its a larger event but having to wait 20+ mins for simple loaded fries is ridiculous. After 25 mins i ended up getting a refund. Im not usually one to leave bad reviews, but felt this one was needed.“

“Nothing but good things to say! Always stop by whenever I’m downtown. Deviled eggs are unique, unlike any I’ve ever tried but a most favorite of mine from the menu“

“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!“

“Love Nosh wine lounge! Great food, great service and the perfect atmosphere! You are missing out if you have not been!!“

“Awesome Experience! At first I wasn’t impressed. My server seemed to be really off, she fumbled her words, had a hard time answering my questions, (maybe she was nervous) etc. I ordered a martini but she brought me something terrible in a rocks glass! We ordered, the salad bar was amazing!!! Fresh and had several choices. Our meal was another story, our waitress got our order wrong. I wanted chicken parmigiana and I got a sandwich?! She did get it corrected but I had to wait longer. At the end of our meal the manager trish came over to offer apologies. She also brought me the martini I originally asked for that she said she made herself. Awesome!! It was delicious!! She was friendly, chatted with us for a moment and deliver our bill. She didn’t even charge me for the drink! We noticed her guiding our server who was then having issues at another table. I would say we won’t be back but Trish really helped turned our opinion around! She’s definitely a manager who cares! We will give it another try and hopefully just get a more proficient server!“

“Visited For the First Time; Had Excellent Service from Morgan, Food Was Flavorful Plus Temperature Hot, Staff Wore Uniforms (Rare In Todays Relaxed Climate!), Great Location Downtown, & You Can Tell That Marta Cares. Definitely Coming Back & Referring Others to M’s Pub.“

“Stopped in for a quick nightcap. Met Katrina, and started talking about bourbon. She knows her bourbon! Made a few great manhattans and talked me into some new brands. Had so much fun we came back the next night and did it again! Thanks Kat for making it a great trip!“

“Have been here a dozen times and the food is always great and the team is awesome and friendly!“

“This is the best thing Omaha has going in food. The owner levels the playing field for all food businesses in Omaha to have a chance to grow. Pay is in line with output. Every ethnicity of food an taste is able to utilize this space and thrive. Kudos Omahas lunches are better because Dandelion is here.“

“Went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. Has a great set up outside for smokers and drinking especially during the winter and college game days with a nice fire pit to keep you warm! Inside play some pool, darts, or even small talk with the locals and enjoy the time while drinking!!! Shout out to Papa Chuck and Tiff!!!“

“Wonderful service and delicious food! The blackened Mahi, stoned ground goat cheese grits and bacon braised collards were amazing! And the boozy turkey was one of the best old fashions I’ve ever had.“

“Seriously the BEST martini I have ever had. The bartender is pure magic.“

“Food was excellent but didn't arrive until 2 of the 3 of us had to leave for the concert. The waitress was not at fault and assured us this was not the usual practice. Our dinners were discounted and we ate them at home at 10:00. It was our first time at Zinc and we hope to return and give it a second chance.“

“Had an excellent time at habitat restaurant.It was very empty when I arrived (I chose an earlier dinner time) but filled up a bit as we left.We had very dedicated service since the restaurant was empty.I appreciated the non alcoholic drink options though my only complaint was every drink had lime juice. The server told me she could swap it out for something else after I had ordered two and mentioned it to her. So it seems like the drinks are suggestions that you can modify.They use agave straws which help the environment since they aren't plastic, but don't dissolve on you like the paper ones can.The crispy Brussel sprouts were delicious. I'd still like it a bit crisper but the portion size was very large, enough to serve 4 people. I would recommend the addition of the onions and bacon.The black garlic parpadelle came with shrimp though it doesn't say it on the menu. I was full from Brussel sprouts and my two drinks (I don't eat that much)The salmon was perfectly cooked.The steak was more of a 4 star item. It didn't stand out as much but was still fine.The only issue that we all agreed on was some of the dishes can be very heavy handed with salt.Parking is available on the street. There is a parking garage across the way and the server told me you can park for free on the first floor since they are working on something. It is not validated parking. For more details and to make sure it's still available I would call the restaurant to confirm this.“

“Friendly staff and good food.“

“First of all, I was a little irritated because the server wouldn’t give us her name, but when she explained why, I understood completely and so we called her Gina, with her permission. And Gina was stellar! She was attentive without being intrusive, made sure we had what we needed, had a great sense of humor, and made the experience really fun. She even managed to score us bread and olive oil even though the kitchen was closed! And she knew her wine. It was an all around positive experience and I look forward to going back regularly. Thanks, Gina!“

“the best Ribeye steak I've ever had. amazing staff and service. thanks!!!!“

“Good food, friendly staff“

“Dillon, Chris, Sean and their staff did an excellent job preparing my order in no time. It was ready to go as soon as I walked in.“

“Our friends were in town and looking for a sandwich/burger/salad casual setting on their way to the airport, and they picked this location.

TBH, when I called to find out if reservations were needed and learned that it was in a Holiday Inn, which also had a water park; I shared this with them hoping they would change their minds as I had visions of chaos and kids running around screaming at the top of their lungs - not the setting I wanted to be in for our last visit with them before they left, never mind one that I would ever want to be in as I have noise issues, and I’m quick to develop a headache, and it’s hard for me to relax and hear/enjoy conversation in loud environments.

We arrived and the smell of chlorine from the waterpark was a bit strong when walking into the hotel lobby.

But, once we got into the restaurant I could not smell it; and, much to my relief there was only one other person in the entire restaurant/bar.

Cody was the lone man running in the place - bar, service, kitchen.

He was very professional but yet real and conversational, and an absolute joy to interact with. He even tolerated us gals’ unintentional silliness.

Food was very good! We enjoyed a Caesar salad, chicken strips, a bacon+ burger, nacho fries, onion rings, and fried pickles; amongst our group.

I am very picky in numerous ways, and having been in the hospitality industry for a portion of my adulthood - anyone who gets a positive review for me, has truly earned it.

If noise and kiddos are not of concern to you, this location would be a great fit at any time.

If you need/like quiet, then a Sunday midday/afternoon when the majority of checkouts have occurred, would be ideal for you.“