Highest-rated cheap eats in Omaha by diners

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July 22, 2022
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Highest-rated cheap eats in Omaha by diners

Americans spend a lot of money on eating out—in 2024, that totaled $1.54 trillion, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.

Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with more than 7 in 10 consumers eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.

Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because tortillas are cheaper to produce than bread. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.

Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Omaha area using data from Yelp. Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (out of 4) were considered. Also, in an effort to highlight independent businesses and local chains, those with more than five locations nationally, based on the Yelp data, were not included.

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Birrieria El Chalan

#30. Birrieria El Chalan

- Rating: 4.3/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4516 South 24th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Café Postale

#29. Café Postale

- Rating: 4.3/5 (81 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 950 South 10th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Venues & Event Spaces, Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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Villagio Pizzeria

#28. Villagio Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6922 North 102nd Cir Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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Los Portales

#27. Los Portales

- Rating: 4.4/5 (155 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2614 South 13th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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La Choza

#26. La Choza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5133 South 25th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican, Salvadoran
- Read more on Yelp

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Amsterdam Falafel & Kabob

#25. Amsterdam Falafel & Kabob

- Rating: 4.4/5 (469 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 620 North 50th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Falafel
- Read more on Yelp

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El Rancho

#24. El Rancho

- Rating: 4.4/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2030 Martha St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Stories Coffee Company

#23. Stories Coffee Company

- Rating: 4.4/5 (143 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 11432 Davenport St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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Lithuanian Bakery & Cafe

#22. Lithuanian Bakery & Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (78 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7427 Pacific St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Bakeries, German, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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Chopstick House

#21. Chopstick House

- Rating: 4.4/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5522 North 103rd St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

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Bagel Bin

#20. Bagel Bin

- Rating: 4.4/5 (151 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1215 South 119th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Bakeries, Bagels, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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International Cafe

#19. International Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (70 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2416 Farnam St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Ethiopian, Specialty Food, Halal
- Read more on Yelp

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Taqueria Tijuana

#18. Taqueria Tijuana

- Rating: 4.4/5 (323 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5139 South 24th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Tacos, Soup
- Read more on Yelp

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Karma Koffee

#17. Karma Koffee

- Rating: 4.4/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 587 North 155th Plz Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

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Archetype Coffee

#16. Archetype Coffee

- Rating: 4.5/5 (262 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3926 Farnam St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Coffee Roasteries, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

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Harold's Koffee House

#15. Harold's Koffee House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (190 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8327 North 30th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp

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The Banh Mi Shop

#14. The Banh Mi Shop

- Rating: 4.5/5 (234 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 923 Galvin Road South Ste 101 Bellevue, Nebraska
- Categories: Sandwiches, Bubble Tea, Vietnamese
- Read more on Yelp

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Dos De Oros

#13. Dos De Oros

- Rating: 4.5/5 (64 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Table Grace Cafe

#12. Table Grace Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1611 1/2 Farnam St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

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Bob's Grill & Cafe

#11. Bob's Grill & Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 317 South 17th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American
- Read more on Yelp

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El Alambre Mexican Restaurant - Millard

#10. El Alambre Mexican Restaurant - Millard

- Rating: 4.6/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 16722 Harrison St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Amateur Coffee

#9. Amateur Coffee

- Rating: 4.6/5 (178 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3913 Cuming St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Vegan, Coffee Roasteries
- Read more on Yelp

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Nite Hawkes Cafe

#8. Nite Hawkes Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4825 North 16th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: American, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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Spielbound

#7. Spielbound

- Rating: 4.7/5 (112 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3229 Harney St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

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El Ranchito

#6. El Ranchito

- Rating: 4.7/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4318 South 24th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Tasty Pizza

#5. Tasty Pizza

- Rating: 4.7/5 (356 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1418 South 60th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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Green Beans Coffee - Omaha

#4. Green Beans Coffee - Omaha

- Rating: 4.7/5 (111 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6831 South 167th St. Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp

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For the Love of Food Cafe

#3. For the Love of Food Cafe

- Rating: 4.8/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1103 Galvin Road South Ste L Bellevue, Nebraska
- Categories: Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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John's Grecian Delight

#2. John's Grecian Delight

- Rating: 4.8/5 (136 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1001 Fort Crook Road North Bellevue, Nebraska
- Categories: Greek
- Read more on Yelp

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Kathmandu Momo Station

#1. Kathmandu Momo Station

- Rating: 4.8/5 (136 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 300 South 16th St. Ste 101 Omaha, Nebraska
- Categories: Himalayan/Nepalese
- Read more on Yelp

This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 388 metros.

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