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Spaghetti Works

Restaurant Italian restaurant Spaghetti restaurant

One of the Most Revieweds in Omaha


Address

502 S 11th St, Omaha, NE 68102, United States

Website

spagworks.com

Contact

+1 402-422-0770

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (5.1K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Monday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: pasta (18) salad (16) good (14) great (13) bread (11) friendly (10) garlic (9) Great (9) atmosphere (9) spaghetti (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 3/5 Stephen F. 11 months ago on Google
    This place was okay… server seemed bothered to have another table. Food was average. I had a pizza and the others had pasta. We all left saying next time we will try somewhere else. Overall… not bad…. But not good either
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Devon B. 1 year ago on Google
    Fun relaxed environment with eclectic vibes and antique-store decor. Alison our server was super nice. Big ol salad bar and all you can eat pasta bowls with different sauces, pasta types, and toppers. It has a fun “DIY”all you can eat nature. It got four stars from me though since the food itself wasn’t all that good. It was mostly bland and flat and needed more seasoning. That being said though, we came here for some cheap grub in a fun location, so I’d still recommend for anyone needing a large place and lots of food
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Nickie 7 months ago on Google • 429 reviews
    Was starving and Found this place accidentally. The hostess first seated us in this box type room enclosure which felt like we were being punished (we didn’t like it) so we asked to be moved to a better table. We both ordered the salad bar and spaghetti works. I was surprised about the spaghetti because i didn’t expect all seven sauces to be on top of the spaghetti works, i expected it to be individually in bowls. I only ate like a small portion. No meat sauce at all. The salad bar was great. Our waitress was very appreciative.

  • 4/5 Sunny S. 8 months ago on Google • 380 reviews
    Salad Bar is very nice and comes with all the pasta. You also get garlic bread with the pasta. The pasta is not the greatest. The price point is low, and one can tell in the lack of meat in the meat sauce. Overall, it was alright if I went back, I would probably just have the salad bar and garlic bread.

  • 5/5 P C. 6 months ago on Google • 363 reviews
    Great place in Old Market. Always busy. Great salad bar. Wonderful Italian bread. Lots of selections. Get The Works to try every sauce on the menu. Meatballs are outstanding. Reasonable prices and friendly service. Large restaurant with plenty of seating but there can still be a wait

  • 5/5 Dave R. 9 months ago on Google • 92 reviews
    Absolutely blew my mind. It's been a long time since I've heard amazing things about places before just to be let down for some reason. Not in this case! All the hype and good words were accurate. Wait was little on a busy Saturday at 7pm. (20 minutes) Once in, service was amazing 👏 "Thank you, Kelly," . Food was amazing. Price honestly I could have paid more. Go go and spread the word!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 K 2 years ago on Google
    This downtown location is beautiful and very large. It can get very busy but service is always friendly. Salad bar is my favorite. Pasta entrees are American and not authentic Italian but still tasty. They serve garlic bread with every meal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James K. 1 year ago on Google
    Fun, family friendly establishment with great food. A family favorite of ours for decades. Always a perfect dining experience. Prices are reasonable, staff are always nice and food is tasty. They have a great salad bar with a good selection of fresh items. Very spacious, unique atmosphere as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Shane H. 9 months ago on Google
    We lost our location in Des Moines when it abruptly closed so as my wife & I were traveling we decided to stop at this location outside of Omaha & try it out. The pasta was really good as we had hoped but the restaurant was really quite messy on the day we were there. It looked like they had been really busy & there was food on the floors near multiple tables, the staff looked a bit frazzled. The salad bar had everything we expected but I will say there was a lot of brown lettuce in the bowl which never would have happened in our Des Moines location. Overall it was good, the pasta was very good, & hopefully it was just a busy day.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kirk P. 8 months ago on Google • 222 reviews
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Spaghetti Works is an absolute gem in Omaha! From the moment you step inside, the cozy and welcoming atmosphere sets the stage for a delightful dining experience. The menu is a pasta lover's dream come true, offering a variety of delicious pasta options paired with mouthwatering sauces. What truly stands out is the quality of the food — each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail, and the flavors are simply outstanding. The portion sizes are generous, making it a great value for your money. The staff is friendly, attentive, and ensures that you have everything you need for a memorable meal. Whether you're enjoying a casual dinner with loved ones or celebrating a special occasion, Spaghetti Works is the perfect place to indulge in hearty and satisfying Italian cuisine. Don't miss out on this culinary treasure in Omaha!

  • 5/5 B G. 4 months ago on Google • 159 reviews
    We asked for a suggestion on a good place to take children. Our gal at the Hilton suggested Spaghetti Works. My grandchildren had the best time. We love the area. Santa and Mrs. Claus walked by, and we were able to run out while waiting for our food. We had plenty of time between appetizers and our entrées. The balloon lady made these kids so happy!!! $5-6 for some tableside entertainment is a great addition to keep the kids' attention until our food arrived.

  • 5/5 The D. 2 months ago on Google • 126 reviews New
    Food was delicious! Tried to the sampler and loved the naked, pesto and Alfredo most! The salad bar had plenty of options. Server was not as attentive as could have been, otherwise everything was fantastic!

  • 4/5 Elizabeth 9 months ago on Google • 86 reviews
    We were there to celebrate a birthday so there were a total of 9, and our waitress was great - checking in with us, keeping waters filled, friendly. As for food, I got the Alfredo over angel hair, and my friend got the lasagna with spicy marinara. Both were amazing! The reason I’m taking a star off is because at the bottom of my bowl was quite a bit of pasta water which thinned out the Alfredo, like they didn’t let it drain enough before plating. The garlic bread was a little dry for my liking but overall tasted really good (I prefer a softer bread). The salad bar was pretty great, I was very happy with all the stuff they had to offer. It was a huge bowl of spring mix (there was also spinach), with all the toppings you could think of and multiple dressings. Wish I had gone back up like I wanted to. I do plan on going back though and trying other things on the menu, and would recommend it!

  • 5/5 Marlboro M. 2 months ago on Google • 52 reviews New
    Amazing place. The food was excellent. All you cared to eat pasta with salad bar. The atmosphere was great. Lots of fun.

  • 4/5 Casey H. 6 months ago on Google
    The food, both spaghetti and salad bar, were okay. Great for kids. Food was quick. Waitress was nice. Grateful for the gluten free options! There was a lady there that Friday night who made the kids balloon animals which added to the atmosphere. Check the table centerpiece for more info on sauces (some have meat), beer menu, and other info. Overall, the food’s lack of flavor made this just an okay experience.

  • 5/5 yukari K M. 3 months ago on Google • 37 reviews New
    Got unlimited pasta for lunch. I ordered white seafood pasta. It was very good. I love the atmosphere inside too. My kids also enjoyed their orders too.

  • 4/5 Jen 9 months ago on Google
    Spaghetti Works in Omaha offers a delightful Italian dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with friendly staff who provide excellent service. The portions are generous, and the flavors are rich and delicious. The garlic bread is a must-try! Although the restaurant can get busy at peak times, the wait is usually worth it. Overall, Spaghetti Works is a great place to enjoy a satisfying Italian meal. I ordered the chicken Parm sandwich with Penny pasta and it was pretty good!

  • 5/5 JAMES P. 7 months ago on Google
    Great place to enjoy tradition meals at an affordable price. I sat outside on the patio and ordered the Crab bites with Red clam spaghetti. Be warned.....it is 🔥🔥🔥🔥! Excellent service and loved the view from the patio

  • 3/5 Anastasia K. 8 months ago on Google
    Very cute restaurant, immaculate indoor and patio seating in downtown Omaha. The old building with its vines, flowers, vintage decor, and phone booth was very appealing. We came in as a party of nine and had a 15 minute wait on a Saturday night— but bad! We were able to order drinks from the bar while waiting. Drinks were good, bartender was friendly, server was okay but he didn’t seem like he wanted to be there. Most dishes include a salad bar trip and garlic bread. Salad bar was a little messy, but the offerings were diverse— greens, toppings, pasta dishes, cottage cheese. I’ve noticed that most places with salad bars are filled with super bland food. That wasn’t the case here! However, one of my family members got some bad ham. A couple people from our group ended up with stomach aches post-meal. The entrees, on the other hand, were okay, but not as good as expected. The most popular orders at the table were chicken fettuccini alfredo and pizza. Pizzas were larger than expected. Oddly, the garlic bread wasn’t served until the entrees were brought out, and they didn’t bring enough garlic bread for everyone to have at least one slice. There was a balloon artist wandering around, which was a cute touch to the atmosphere. Someone checking if we had everything would have been great, but it was still an okay dinner for the cost. Parking around is all paid— either street via meter, parking garage, or in a lot. Pretty walkable area!

  • 5/5 Mama K. 9 months ago on Google
    Great food! Loved the lobster sensation and the lasagna. Excellent garlic bread. Full bar. Kids menu. Low prices. Balloon lady there sometimes.

  • 5/5 Private R. 10 months ago on Google
    Great family spot. I like the salad bar. I usually get lasagna which I always enjoy. Today I had Chicken Alfredo and it was okay, but not my favorite. Not bad though! Great family friendly atmosphere and very reasonable prices.

  • 5/5 thyblacksmith 1 year ago on Google
    The food is delicious. They have a big selection of spaghetti sauces to choose from and their menu is a lot more than just pasta dishes. Their interior design is really picturesque; a must-see for anyone who's into all things vintage or antique.

  • 4/5 Fiona B. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a fun restaurant. We went around 6 on a Sunday so it was busy but we got a table right away. Our waitress was wonderful - helpful, efficient and friendly. Great atmosphere and good food.

  • 5/5 Zachary H. 1 year ago on Google
    Spaghetti works was great. I went at rush hour on friday and they had me in with only a small wait. The selection was stellar and service was on top of it and friendly. I had spaghetti and it plus my salad etc. was tasty. Great for a family or just a quick meal.

  • 5/5 Brenda N. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a great stop in Omaha, Ne. At times there is a wait, however, it's worth it! We have never had anything there that we didn't like. The salad bar is always well stocked and is served in an old truck bed! Decor is interesting to look at. Parking maybe challenging but if you have to walk a few blocks through Old Market it is entertaining.

  • 5/5 Tami B. 1 year ago on Google
    Perfect place for a large party of volleyball girls and all the parents. They were great with accommodating our needs.The restaurant has a cool vibe and lots of choices for pasta.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ All you can eat
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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