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bilbo baggins
4 days ago
Have gone here a few times now and the food is not bad. The DJs are rough, usually just cycling through constant radio remixes and its way too loud. The service has been hit or miss, usually miss. The popcorn chicken and burger are great otherwise bring tums because its quite greasy.
ME
Milton Eggers
6 days ago
Food was good along with decor but staff was inattentive during Thursday lunch service.after getting appetizer and drink order. Drinks took upward of 20 min to get to table. And didnt ask about order food till we waved down another server. Tables were left dirty for more than 30 minutes.
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Timi Travels
Sep 30, 2026
What a fun first experience at Anthem! We arrived just before 3:00 p.m. on a Wednesday and practically had the place to ourselves. Reba greeted us with a smile and was genuinely enthusiastic when she learned it was our first visit. She took the time to walk us through the menu and share some of her favorites, which was a great way to start.
The Mandarin Sangria was easily my favorite cocktail—refreshing and delicious! I’d definitely recommend arriving early if you can. You’ll beat the crowds and can take advantage of their Happy Hour menu.
Now, the food! This was truly a flavor adventure. The freshness and quality of the ingredients were evident in every bite. The Yummy Fries were one of my favorites—who would have thought of adding smoky shaved bonito? Genius! Even something as simple as the charred edamame had a special touch. The Popcorn Chicken had a sauce with so many layers of flavor that I kept going back for another bite.
The birria tacos were also packed with flavor and reminded me of the tastes I’m accustomed to in Southern California. My only disappointment was the corn tortilla, which was a little chewy and didn’t quite match the quality of everything inside it.
Reba and Bentley both made us feel welcome. Bentley, our bartender, was personable, friendly and always had a smile. As the restaurant started to pick up, though, it seemed he could have used another set of hands on the floor. We noticed several staff members behind the cooking area, but fewer attending to the tables, which resulted in longer waits between plates and when we wanted to order additional items. Bentley continued to be pleasant and attentive when he could, so this felt more like a staffing or workflow issue than a service issue. Part of the restaurant was also being used for a management gathering during our visit, which may have contributed to the slower pace.
The restaurant itself is beautiful, and the restroom was very clean. One small practical suggestion: the placement of the hand dryer isn’t very convenient. A second dryer or paper-towel option would be helpful, especially during busier times.
Overall, a very positive first visit. Creative food, fresh ingredients, great cocktails, a beautiful atmosphere and personable staff. There are a couple of small areas that could be improved, but they certainly wouldn’t keep me from returning.
Anthem was a great downtown Omaha discovery, and I’m looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu!
JL
Jim Lawrence
Sep 25, 2026
Two of us went in last night intending to have dinner. We sat at the bar and ordered a round of drinks, but the bartender was unwelcoming, dismissive, and almost mean. If looks could kill, we’d have been dead under the barstools. Never have I encountered someone in a restaurant who was so inhospitable. We left and went across the street to Clio, where the bartender was friendly and inviting. Shan’t ever go back to Anthem. Awful.
MM
Michael Mangin
Sep 13, 2026
We stopped in as per a suggestion from a local, as we were out of town. The place was nice, modern, and clean. The bathrooms were clean. Some people were dressed up. We were not. Service was excellent, although I really wished I got another refill or two after I asked.
The food was really good and unique. The atmosphere was loud, especially with the DJ?
My wife and I ordered the jalapeno snack burger. It was juicy, but we didn't care for the sauce. The fries were really good. The Cure Pupu platter was enough for five adults.
Anyways, we would stop back in if we got the chance.