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Olive & Ira’s, Omaha, NE

Olive & Ira’s

4.1
4.1
49 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Fancy
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
Olive and Ira's, swank and sophisticated, many guests admit Olive & Ira's, our on-site bar and restaurant, is cozier than their own living room. THE gathering place in downtown Omaha, corporate and leisure travel guests are invited to socialize, eat great food, enjoy live music, experience craft cocktails, and relax daily.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (402) 231-6008
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 49 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nebraska

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Omaha

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Olive & Ira's offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and a "nice atmosphere." Conveniently located near the Orpheum Theater, it's perfect for pre-show meals. While service can be slow during busy times, attentive staff and standout dishes like the "amazing salmon" make it worth a visit.

49 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Omaha20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! The bartender made an awesome tasty espresso martini. Our waiter was THE BEST!!

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  2. Dayna

    Omaha2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It is a really nice setting. We enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. We had the dry rubbed wings for our appetizer. They were cooked nicely but lacked any flavor. For our main course we had a cheeseburger and a salad with salmon. The burger was prepared well but again lacked any flavor. The salad was a salad. It’s basically hotel/room service in a pretty setting. I always looked at menus before going out to eat. FYI!! The prices of the drinks did not match the price listed online. They were high for the type of restaurant and service.

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  3. Andrea VIP

    Las Vegas1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overpriced, slow service. Waited almost 90 minutes for a mediocre salad. Wouldn’t go again.
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on February 26, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, and I’m really sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. Waiting that long for a salad is certainly unacceptable, and we understand how frustrating it must have been. We’ll be addressing the service speed to ensure this doesn’t happen again. Your feedback about the pricing is also valuable, and we’ll review our offerings to make sure we’re providing the best value. We’d love another chance to provide a better experience in the future.

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  4. Megan

    Omaha1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Went here for Valentine’s Day and thought it was okay. Our server Sam was AMAZING. He was attentive and so kind. I did not think the quality of the food or portions was worth $180. I wish we could have done the regular menu like other people were doing, but we didn’t know that was an option. I thought the ambience was going to be more dim and romantic, but it was so bright and loud in there. Overall, the service was great, but I would only come back to try the regular menu.
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on February 26, 2025
    Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Sam provided exceptional service—he’s a real asset to our team. I’m sorry to hear the food and portion sizes didn’t feel like they were worth the price, and I completely understand how important it is for the atmosphere to match the occasion. I’ll make sure to pass along your comments about the lighting and ambiance to ensure we can make adjustments for a more intimate experience. We’d love to have you back to try our regular menu, and we’ll do everything we can to make your next visit more enjoyable.

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  5. Olivia

    Omaha2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We went here for Valentines Day and the service was understandably slow but incredibly kind when he did check back up on us. Our issue was with the food. I ordered the Magnolia Power Salad but they brought me the Garden Salad (which is actually more of a Southwest salad) and on top of that, the meat on my salad was cold by the time it got to me. For a $32 salad I’d expect something more innovative than what I could get at McAllister‘s for $12. My boyfriend got the Alfredo pasta with shrimp and said it was decent in the moment but woke up in the night with stomach pain. The house Chardonnay tasted like it had been open for a while, heavy vinegar taste. For what we got, the price was outlandish. If you want a high quality meal, go to the Cottonwood Chophouse where you actually get what you pay for. Giving two stars because the building itself is beautiful and our server was very nice. 
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on February 26, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and I’m sorry to hear that your experience didn’t live up to expectations, especially on such a special occasion. I can completely understand your frustration with the salad mix-up and the cold meat—it’s definitely not the experience you should have for a $32 salad. I also regret hearing about the issue with the Alfredo pasta and the Chardonnay; that certainly doesn’t reflect the quality we strive to provide. We’ll make sure to address these issues with the kitchen and bar team to ensure they don’t happen again. I appreciate your kind words about the ambiance and the service, and I hope you’ll give us another chance to provide a better experience in the future.

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  6. Michelle VIP

    Omaha3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was an amazing romantic night. Sam was our guy and was funny and charming and made dinner special. Will be back.
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on February 26, 2025
    Thank you for the 5 star review! We're always happy to hear about our guests experience when visiting Olive & Ira's. We will let Sam know he created a special night for you and your significant other. You can always request a certain server by name when you visit.

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  7. Deborah

    Omaha10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter is absolutely fabulous!!! He has served us before and remembered us!!! Made a great suggestion for dessert!!! Can’t remember his name but kudos to him for being the best!!!

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  8. Carolyn VIP

    St. Louis76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service by Sam! Everything just as we ordered. Wonderful salmon and Brussels and chicken Ceaser salad.
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on February 26, 2025
    Thank you Carolyn! We’re thrilled to hear that Sam took great care of you and that everything was just as you ordered. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the salmon, Brussels sprouts, and chicken Caesar salad! We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great meal.

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  9. Leanne

    Omaha5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Daughter and I had dinner before a Sunday night show at the Orpheum. We both had salmon (very good, perfectly cooked), shared a bottle of wine and a slice of cake for dessert. Staff were friendly and attentive without hovering. I may tell Hubs we need to check it out for date night and try some other menu items.
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on February 26, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that you and your daughter enjoyed the salmon, and that the staff made your evening special with their attentive yet unobtrusive service. It sounds like a lovely pre-show dinner! We'd love to welcome you back for date night and offer you even more menu options to try. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  10. Suzanne

    Omaha1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food has always been delicious! Today we dined on Caesar Salad (with Chicken) & Maude’s Garden Salad (with Chicken) . Both plates were large portions & satisfying but we were not overly stuffed. Our wait staff was friendly & timely.
    Olive & Ira’sResponded on January 20, 2025
    We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your salads and found the portions just right. It’s also wonderful to know that our staff provided friendly and timely service. We’re always aiming to provide a satisfying experience, and we’re glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to having you back soon!

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Olive & Ira’s is rated 4.1 stars by 49 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Olive & Ira’s

1615 Howard St, Omaha, NE 68102

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Omaha
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine
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