50 Best Cocktail Bars in Omaha

“OMG good! Wonderful and unique cocktails. Super chill vibe and well appointed venue. We will be back!!!“

“I love all of the speakeasy establishments that this company has to offer....Alice is The Wicked Rabbit but larger. Staff is more than willing to make you feel welcome. Mixologist bartenders that are younger. Get ready to be transported into a rabbit hole of an adventure. Had my Tarrot read last week. Drinks are well made. Nice place to escape this from world for awhile.“

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

“Me and the boys absolutely love this place. 10/10“

“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!“

“This is the best bar in Omaha, which makes it the best bar in an approximate 600 mile radius. All the bartenders are incredibly knowledgeable, to the extent that they all have their own custom cocktails on the menu. I have never had a more personable experience in the service industry, either. I could come here on any given day and find something here or even in myself that I didn't have the day before. Whether you're just passing through or finding a spot in the area to roost, this is it. Much love to all the people who make this place happen. Keep on doing you, it's flawless.“

“Great drinks. Good selection of drinks. The bar is open until 1:30AM. They accept Apple Pay. The music is chill. They have enough seating for if you are by yourself or with a group of 8. They even have group drinks ready to make to share. They also have seasonal drinks to taste. I've celebrated my birthday and my sister birthday here and its always great vibes.“

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

“Old Mill is not my typical kind of place. I met a group of friends there to watch the Nebraska game. I was pleasantly surprised to see they had a smash burger on the menu. I made mine a double. I wish I had taken a picture of it. It is A Lot of Burger!!! So good...and the fries, I've never had any like them, thin and crispy but not dry, and the seasoning is perfect. I'll probably come back just for the burger!“

“Great place, atmosphere, bartenders and patrons“

“Great atmosphere and great drinks. Love the way it looks. My favorite color is green. The bouncer was awesome he’s so happy and a very cheerful fella. They should give him a raise, he even asked about my day. We talked about Texas Roadhouse, he informed that they sell rolls around thanksgiving time. Awesome! Highly recommend! ☘️🐸🐍🥑🐢🦖🐛🌳🥝“

“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 have visited True American with some regularity since they opened and have always had a good experience. The menu has diverse and innovative cocktail offerings and the staff are great. I'm convinced the negative reviews are trolls sent by competing local dives.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“Love this down-home neighborhood bar. Our bartender Jessica was great! Kept us laughing, drinks full, and we all had a great time.It's nice that they have darts, a pool table, games, keno... lots of things to keep the merriment going! Good crowd of people while we were there too!“

“Keka was a pleasure and makes the best Old Fashioned I've had in Omaha! The food and atmosphere is phenomenal! We will be back!“

“I’d been here before to simply enjoy their alcoholic milkshakes - but little did I know that I was heavily sleeping on the food!
Of course, I have to mention that the service was fabulous. They were super attentive, despite the diner ‘phone ordering’ style of the spot. They cleaned a table out front for me since I didn’t want to sit in the back (it’s dark and I get sleepy haha I’ll wait for natural light!), constantly ensured our space was cleared, and checked on us regularly.

The drinks are always great, and I would recommend the mint chip one the most. I also enjoy their mezcal cocktail!
But
BUT
Their side of Mac and cheese is what really blew me away! It took longer than the other food ordered at the table (nachos - also delicious, burgers, and fries) BUT was entirely worth the wait. Their Mac and cheese is far from store bought, with a thick creamy sauce that is heavy and filling. It’s seasoned well, but not overpowering to the cheesy-ness. The pull of the cheese said it all! The top was clearly baked, crispy and dark. I was truly in Mac and cheese heaven and made sure to have my friend give it a try as well, who was also incredibly impressed. While it is only a side, since it is so dense, it serves me as a meal! Highly recommend you give this spot a try for the vibes, but don’t sleep on the Mac!“

“Great place to go chill. So happy Bri is back! Definitely go there when she’s there! She’s always friendly and gives great customer service!“

“Love the music, bartenders, staff, owners, DJ’s and atmosphere!“

“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!“

“Too much change going on in your life? Miss the days of yesteryear. Head on down to the interlude. 5 Busch lights, a Ketel one and soda and a Blue moon later, my tab was only $27 plus tip. The first time I drank at the Interlude, I was a wee lad of 21 back in the year 2000, I only make it to this fine place every few years, but the only thing that had changed is the style of TV. If only they had the giant square bricks still it would be perfect.“

“This issue later in the message was resolved so I will change my rating, thanks for reaching out to me. The building and people were nice, my drinks were made perfectly and tasted amazing, but I paid in cash and my card was still charged the next day for the bar visit and it wasn't a low settle amount or I wouldn't be on here rating it as a 1 star but I didn't tip a little extra just so my card could be charged it's been now two weeks and nothing, no fixes, I've been told ooooh come back tomorrow or give my manager a call or oh she will call you back, went in and talked the the manager ( Nikki ) not sure how it was spelled, but all she did was ask for my name and number and said I will give you a call, nothing gave them a couple more calls nothing, and went in the next day just to talk to get a receipt of my visit so I can file a money dispute, and all of a sudden I'm vist isn't even in their system, not sure what you guys did but wasn't happy with this visit and I really liked your place but I don't wanna go back when you aren't careful with people money, or reach out and communicate or try and fix the situation. Two bartender even admitted they seen me paying cash that night... Pretty sad actually because I wanted a new bar to bring my group of friends with into on our regular night outs.“

“Had the pleasure to meet the owners. Excellent hospitality, thank you for treating myself +1 as family..“

“Head Chef/Owner Anthony Kueper has set the bar high for other Omaha restaurants. His food is flavorful and unique. Chef Anthony has clearly honed his craft and deserves all the praise that can be mustered. Prices are excellent considering the quality of food and service. The unimposing facade of the building doesn't prepare you for the quaint elegance inside. You will not be disappointed with your experience here, regardless of which menu item you select. You really can't go wrong letting Chef surprise you with his tasting menu, either.“

“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!!“

“It’s a unique, artistic environment. It’s a fun place to grab a drink.“

“Always a fantastic experience! The staff here are so friendly and attentive, and the service is consistently top-notch. I love how the seasonal drink menus always bring something fresh and creative to try. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and perfect for relaxing with friends or enjoying a night out. Truly a gem!“

“So much fun- Every time I go in they are so friendly and always are willing to help me however I need! They are all about customer service and I would recommend this bar to all of my friends ♥️“

“Love Barnato! Especially during the holidays, with their holiday pop up! Recommend arriving early, seating is limited depending on when you go. Friday nights are pretty busy.“

“Gotta give a shout out to the crew last night. This restaurant was amazing. 1st time trying it. They were so accommodating. We had a group of 16 people for graduation dinner. They worked so hard to seat us all together. They were such a friendly group. They let us all sit at the bar while we waited on our table. It was a wonderful experience dining here. We will be back.“

“Josh my girl missed you tonight. We were well taken care of as always but she likes to see you as do we Lol. Masha takes good care of us as always ❤️“

“My husband and I enjoyed great drinks and the bartender was so great. We could have stayed there all day.“

“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 have been customers of Maplewood Lanes over 40 years. We love this place. Very clean, friendly employees, great food. You can accumulate points for free food. Would not want to go any where else.“

“Beautiful hotel. Did a staycation there and had a wonderful time. The committee chophouse and the cottonwood room were great places for food and drinks. I would go there again for a staycation.“

“We held my daughter’s bridal shower at the Omaha location. The venue was perfect! I worked with Maddie prior to the event; she answered all of my questions and we had the details ironed out ahead of time.
The day of the event was fantastic! We set up rather quickly and had everything ready to go by the time of the shower. Everyone had a fantastic time and the venue provided the perfect setting and ambiance. Our bartender Kelly was amazing! I’m highly recommend hosting an event at Saro!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Extensive whiskey and scotch menu.“

“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!“

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

“cool place!!! nice atmosphere!“

“love the food here. John is such a great cook“

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

“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!“

“Darts, pool, drinks, cold beer but most importantly friendliest people and best staff!“