14 Best American Restaurants near Fort Calhoun

“We were here for breakfast on a Friday during my son's holiday break. It was pretty slow with only a dozen or so people. Service was fast and did a great job!I had the Western Skillet, which was just fine. It wasn't a standard skillet, but more like an omelet with all the skillet mixed in, such as the hash browns. The cheese on top looked like cheap sliced cheese, and tasted that way too...really need to use a good shredded cheese .My son had the haystack, which was very very good. I would recommend this, as I am normally hesitant to order biscuits and gravy. Typically biscuits are dry and hard, or gravy is not good, but not here...it was all fantastic!Parking: Parking was close and easy!Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly. Nothing to complain about!“

“Awesome wings! Giant and perfectly cooked. Our table tried 6 flavors and the boom boom was best. Dry rub was kind of bland but still solid. Buffalo was mild compared to what I was used to. Burger was disappointing as there was not much to it. Wish I ordered more wings or the broasted chicken.“

“First time visiting for my hubby's birthday. We will be back for sure but won't get the Prime Melt Sandwich. That is the only reason for a 4 star on this review. He said the aujus sauce was over salty. Now for the things you MUST have when going... Chips & Queso and Fried Chicken - AMAZING! The chips for the queso were not store bought but homemade and came out freshly hot and were just out of this world. The fried chicken was hot, fresh, juicy, and just delicious. Our server was crazy busy... running bar, keno, taking orders and taking phone orders, and doing it all with a peppy smile and genuine care for everyone.Highly recommended!“

“Glad to have found this breakfast spot. Housed in a mid century meets diner decor it has a nice mix of counter and booth seating. The wait staff is attentive and efficient at keeping the orders coming while keeping your coffee filled. The food is great - we've been in a couple of times now and everything has been delicious and enough for a sizable take home box. If you enjoy quality food in an authentic locally owned setting, this is something to try.“

“Food was amazing and fresh always love going there when I'm up that way visiting family will be sad to see it go to different owners,but hope they can keep it as awesome as it has been my entire life.Thank you for all the many years of great food!“

“Fairly versatile menu . Appetizers Soups salads sandwiches burgers pizza enchiladas. Our server was very accommodating, taking time to explain things and listening to our needs. The atmosphere was much nicer than I expected as far as decor, but I didn't feel out of place. I love the little lamps and small fresh flowers on the table. Dad had the walleye special with Cole slaw and sautéed red potatoes. He ate it all and loved it. I had the chicken spinach and artichoke pizza. Cut party style and very thin crust but tasty. Our guests had the pork tenderloin with friends and the steak enchilada. She did not care for the fries but the tenderloin was good. The enchilada was favorable but larger than expected. All in all we will be back and am anxious to try other items on the menu. Oh and the margaritas were fantastic! Table of four was $200 with tip but we had 5 margaritas at $11 each a $30 pizza and spinach artichoke appetizer“

“Stopped in today for lunch. The place was pretty busy, but we were greeted immediately and found a table. We sat down, got our drinks, placed our order, and had the food all in less than 15 minutes during the lunch rush. The burger was fresh, HUGE, had plenty of toppings on the side, and it came with a good serving of tots. Everything tasted great and I was surprised how low the cost was for quality food. I'll definitely make this a new go-to for a great burger at the same price as most would spend going through a drive-thru.“

“I know I’ve bragged on this place before but it does not get any better than this. Tonight the food was outstanding again! Ribeye cooked perfectly, potato choice was hashbrowns…. extra crispy. Comes with salad and rolls. Service was top notch! Wine…well it’s not served by a sommelier but it was fine. I know there are steakhouses in Omaha that I absolutely love, but I don’t think any of them cook their steaks like this place. And you need to look at the receipt and the price point and I think you will be amazed at the value. Depending on where you live, it’s only a 20 minute drive north. Limited hours tho so look.“

“This place is amazing! Immediately when we walked in, we were greeted with a cozy and classy atmosphere. The soft jazz music sets a relaxing mood. When the food came, we were most delighted with the most flavorful meal I've ever had in a restaurant!The green beans were so delicious! One of my biggest pet peeves is flavorless food. This place offers so many different flavors for the palate! For our meals, I had the 8 oz. filet, and my hubby had the 14 oz. ribeye, and we both added the grilled jumbo shrimp. Steaks were cooked to PERFECTION...and again...flavor to die for! I like the flavor of meat, so I expect the flavor of the meat to not be hidden. It was salted just enough without all the other seasonings, which is perfect for a steak. The shrimp was amazing! We had FAST, friendly service! My only regret was not getting photos of the food! I was too distracted by the deliciousness to even think about photos! Come eat here...you won't regret it! ?“

“We just ate there for the very first time. It is worth the drive from Fremont to get about the best meal that we have had in years. I love liver and onions. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ onion rings ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️mash potatoes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. We will be going back.“

“We had a Administration lunch in their party room, during the week. Mark did a short menu that was a great variation. The food was wonderful & I cant say enough about how awesome the service was. Our office staff will definitely be repeat customers. Thanks for making yourselves available & giving us a great lunch!!“

“As we traveled through the area one morning on Route 30, we were looking for a diner for breakfast. I happened to see Billy's Cafe out of the corner of my eye and drove around the block to see what I saw. Sure enough, a diner and plenty of parking for our SUV and small trailer across the street. In we went and were greeted right away. The menu looked great and our food was delicious. The waitress was very attentive and helpful. It was so good, we intentionally drove through Blair a month later, just to have breakfast again at Billy's. Route 30 is a good road and a great way around the Omaha area. I recommend Billy's for breakfast. Great value, great food.“

“Warehouse Grille and Drinkery in Bennington, NE, is truly a hidden gem that I'm thrilled to have discovered. It's tucked away in a place that mimics a warehouse, but inside, you'll find a treasure trove of culinary delights, all at affordable prices, and they don't skimp on the strong adult beverages either. I've explored quite a bit of their menu, and let me tell you, nothing misses the mark.Their chicken dinner? Boom! The pizza? Delicious. And those wings? Love them. But wait, they even have burritos - yes, I said burritos, and not just one kind, but a variety to choose from. The menu is vast, so you can throw a dart and order whatever it lands on, knowing it'll be a satisfying treat.The service here always has that small-town feel, done just right. It's a fantastic place to enjoy a meal with the family. I love the backstory too - their journey began in 2010 when owners David & Jill Nelson set out to create a community-minded restaurant & sports bar that everyone in Bennington and the neighboring cities could enjoy. It's evident they've succeeded, and I'm thankful for this local gem. Warehouse Grille and Drinkery, you've got a loyal fan in me!“

“Pretty decent little Sports Bar and Pub. My partner and I were really happy when we walked in to see that they had women's basketball on! It's really hard to get bars to play women's sports sometimes, so we enjoyed watching the game while we ate. I got a burger and the bun was warm and buttery and the patty rich and well seasoned. The highlight was the bartender who was friendly and talkative and made the best tasting Rum and Coke (my usual drink of choice) I've had in awhile. He made a mean Moscow Mule as well. Overall a really friendly atmosphere with lots of people who seemed to know each other.“