Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Downtown / Old Market

I have done a lot of traveling for my career, currently I'm working in Florida. Whenever I come home to the Omaha area I try to make it to Dolce. It has been my favorite restaurant for years. Chef Anthony has always provided an excellent meal. I have never been disappointed with any of his dishes. On a recent trip I asked if he ever has Foie Gras. He told me if I was going to be coming to let him know and he will try to get some for me. When I made my reservation, I asked him to try and get some and I was delighted to find out that he was able to get some. He prepared it warm, with a really nice, sweet jelly to serve on it. It was amazing. I usually like my foie gras cold, I had it once warm and the liver flavor was a bit intense. I don't know what the chef did, but whatever it was the dish was excellent. My granddaughter and her boyfriend, as well as my wife, joined me at Dolce. She loved everything as well. I highly recommend Dolce. The Prix Fixe menu is always a good choice for us. I have tried many wonderful dishes.

The food at Talus never disappoints. I tend to get the fish sandwich every time I go, because I have never had a better one. Everyone at the table really enjoyed their food. I would highly recommend Talus, but get a reservation for an evening dinner. It's THAT popular!

The prime rib special was great. But we really enjoyed the salads. Batter on onion rings was nice and light.

Our event was excellent. 18 of us dined together. All food was hot, timely, tasty and accurate. Lori was a fabulous server. Great Tim had by all!

Lincolnites and others should keep Well & Good in mind for holiday dining. Two friends and I took advantage of their extended hours on Thanksgiving and their traditional Thanksgiving meal special (their regular menu remained available). We started with well-made cocktails (including the Scarlet Sazerac with rye) and with their smart update on an old-school crudite platter (designed to be shared). The turkey was moist even without the gravy, the portions of mashed potatoes and stuffing were generous, and the latter was notably well seasoned. The small ramekin of cranberry sauce was not so generous, but we understand that not everyone is as fond of the stuff as we are. Very nice to finish with tasty pumpkin pie. The "wine special" bottle of Skyside Chardonnay was a perfect accompaniment -- and a bargain with a less than 50% over retail markup. Service was attentive, amiable, never intrusive.