Although it was originally known for its legendary steakhouses, today's eateries exceed the influence of cattle. Without its once-booming livestock industry, Omaha would be a very different place. Author Kim Reiner details the fascinating history behind Omaha's classic eateries. Restaurants played a prominent role as history unfolded in Omaha during prohibition, wartime rations, the fight for equal rights and westward expansion. The tales of restaurateurs like the tragic Tolf Hanson the ever-optimistic Ross Lorello Anthony Oddo, once a resident at Boys Town and Giuseppa Marcuzzo, a former bootlegger, also tell the story of the city. Piccolo Pete's, Mister C's and Bohemian Café helped shape neighborhoods in Little Italy, North Omaha and Little Bohemia. The French Café was the place to go to celebrate.

Omaha is known for its beef, but the history of its most famous restaurants goes far beyond. ‘Unique Eats and Eateries of Omaha’ highlights nearly 100 local restaurants, some of which have been serving up metro diners for decades.” - James Wilcox,

“I appreciated how it rounded out so many flavors of Omaha and captured nostalgia well for places that won’t be around forever- it’s perfect for this time period and represents us well!!” - Reader review It's also an essential guidebook for anyone new to the area.”. “This book is a must-have to add to your Nebraska or Omaha memorabilia collection. I'm a member of the Amazon Associate Program, and like a salesman, I earn a small commission when people follow my links and make purchases.

Dirty, Wicked Town by David L. Bristow