Dante is Omaha’s only restaurant specializing in wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and rustic Italian cuisine, featuring ingredient-driven dishes with fresh produce from local farmers. We are committed to providing our guests an authentic Italian experience, from our all Italian wine list to our menu to our indoor bocce court.
"I wanted to take my friend out for dinner to celebrate her birthday. Dante was a wonderful place on a Monday nite. Neapolitan-style Pizza and a bottle of wine at a great price & chicken marsala. Started with Brussels sprouts as an appetizer. Yes, they ARE that good. Our birthday treat was Italian pudding....Ok, I wanted to lick the bowl, but didn't want to embarrass my friend. Took leftover marsala home for dinner Tuesday. Might have been even better nuked! My friend had the fungi pizza. She raved about it, too."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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"The most under rated and the best for authentic italian food. It takes a bit of getting used to if your looking for lots of cheese and fillings on your pizza or a huge bowl of pasta you can take home and eat for days, but their made in house pasta is the best and their servers know wine and food and the menu."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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"Food was good but not great. Risotto was undercooked but the vegetables were fresh and tasty. Pizza was ok. Service was very fast but we were not looking for a fast food experience. We're in and out in less than an hour."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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"I'm not a big salmon (having lived in England - I got a bit over-salmoned) but on our servers suggestion I tried the Wild King Salmon special. I was told it had been flown in from Seattle that morning and it was beyond incredible! Great portion, crispy skin - absolutely the best fish I have tasted. It was served with new wood-roasted artichokes and arugula. Topped with a fantastic Terresole Brunello – a wonderful evening at one of Omaha’s best restaurants!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Quality of ingredients & taste of food was excellent. Both of us in my party had pizza. Half of the outer crust on my pizza was fabulous as usual, but the other half was so burnt and hard as a rock which was extremely dissapointing. We dine @ Dante's at least once a week, if not more and this was the first time I was not 100% satisfied with the whole experience. Service is usually always outstanding as well, but the person who waited on us this time seemed to be new. She did okay, but certainly not to the level that we have become accustom to over the last several years since we've been regular customers."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"It's always a pleasant meal at Dante's! We have always had great food, good service, and an enjoyable evening. Sometimes the pizzas come before we are done enjoying our appetizers, which makes for an awkwardly crowded table, but lets be honest, im not going to complain about having too much food on my table at any given time! :)"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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"The food was better than ever, which I didn't think was possible. Had the chicken and gnocchi dish and I wanted to lick the bowl. My husband had the lamb chops and I've never seen him so silent as he was so focused on eating! I could eat here everyday. So delicious."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Great as always, we introduced some friends to Dantes Saturday night. They loved it and put it on their great dining list. Food is always excellent, true Italian, fresh ingredients, and great service. Love Dante's."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"We love Dante's not only for the food, but also the atmosphere...it's a fun place and they have the best Brussel Sprouts, hands down, in the city!! Plus, now they make their own limoncello, which is another reason to go!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"Went on Good Friday. Only nit is that there were no real Lenten specials. Really. But the pizza was great, As were my wife's salad and my Brussels sprouts (created without the pancetta)."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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"Our server, Taylor was awesome! Although the restaurant was closing at 3 for a wine dinner, we never felt rushed. Her recommendations for wine were spot on. The wines she suggested paired well with our food. Thanks for the great experience!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2009
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"Definitely in my Top 5 restaurants in Omaha. Love this place!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Went to Pitch the other night............the pizza wasn't even close to Dante"s. The crust was like cardboard and the noise level made it impossible to talk. Dante's has lots of energy but the way it is set up, the noise is dispersed. And the menu doesn't compare. Dante's has the most unique and varied Italian sides and entres in the city."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
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"Dante Pizzeria Napoletana deserves its frequent place on Urbanspoon's top 10. Pasta is made in house, very fresh, never dried out and stored. The pasta concoctions are all to order, like ragu, which is never made ahead. They take a bit of time, the time required to do it right. So, enjoy a glass of Barbarella while you wait. In a bit of a hurry? The pizzas are the choice. Dough is made daily, hand thrown and the ingredients: San Marzano tomatoes from the region around Naples, authentic Italian meats, cheeses and very well matched veggies. The time is quick, as the wood fired oven, unlike the electric ones at pizzerias "wannabes", is red hot. Average of 90 seconds seems to bake them just right.
Deserts wow!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"I had the whole Roasted Branzino – (one of the lightest best tasting fish dishes I have had in a long time), while my wife had the Ricotta Tortellini – which she loved. Our waiter told us all pasta is now entirely house-made by hand – and you can certainly tell. Also tried the new ‘wine on tap’. Allowed me to taste an expensive vintage – but by the glass – great idea. Loved the evening and highly recommend it for diners looking for a true culinary dining experience at a real value."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"We didn't receive one of the two starters we had ordered, but turns out we had plenty of food for 4 adults- we shared a pizza, a pasta & the special entree...plus two desserts! It was all just great! We dined on a Sunday evening so the half-price wine allowed us to "order up"- very nice!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"Excellent pizza, salad, appetizers. We had a terrific meal until the very end...our waitress accidentally spilled me girlfriend's cappuccino on the table (and partially on her)... although she apologized and brought a replacement, a proper restaurant wouldn't have charged us for the coffee and/or offered to pick up a cleaning bill/offered a dessert item/something. This was utterly disappointing, and we let the waitress know via a note on the bill along with a reduced tip. Additionally, her knowledge of the wine list left much to be deisred. Tables are very close to each other, making it hard for servers to work."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: hot spot
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"Friday nights are "pizza night" for us and some of our friends. We chose Dante based on the reviews on OpenTable and other reliable sites. We also had eaten there a couple of years ago and enjoyed it on a week night. Dante was very busy and everyone appeared to be enjoying themselves and the food. We were greeted immediately and were seated based on our reservation on time. Our server was very good and we went with her recommendations for wine and types of pizza. Everything on the menu was authentic and the wine was Italian. We had a Margherita pizza, meat pizza (with various cheeses, Italian Sausage and an Italian salami similar to prosciutto), and a Funghi Pizza (Mushroom and various cheeses). All were outstanding! Will go again!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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"Would have preferred table away from the kitchen. Felt like an employee and not a guest. Wait staff was very friendly. Would like to return to try the pizza."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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"Great locally owned casual restaurant.Energetic vibe. Food is wonderful. Pasta dishes are good. Also tried the Rabbit dish & Duck breast on the last visit. Both were wonderful! The desserts are incredible!! Try the butterscotch pudding. The caramel gelato is yummy!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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"It is so rare to have authentic italian food so close to home and such a varied menu that is always changing and evolving. We will be going to Italy in May so we are anxious to have something to compare it to...........and i have little doubt Dante's will stand up very well to whatever we find there."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"We smelled burnt pizza and it ended up being ours. One side of the crust was completely burnt. It had great flavor, but 3 of the pieces we couldn't eat! The brussel sprouts were really good and the salad was just ok. Service was good...but felt a little rushed."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
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"Just can't say enough about Dante! Continually evolving regional Italian menu - seems there is something new I have to try each timer we visit. Great moderately priced all-Italian wine list and wonderful attentive and knowledgeable servers. Make sure to get reservations – can be crazy on weekends."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"I had a great dinner with friends on a busy Saturday night. We tried the braised rabbit for a starter which was AMAZING. Had the mussels for my main course and they were great too; they are served in a large dish with broth and a huge piece of bread for dipping. My friends loved their meals too (two different tortellini dishes, a pizza, and risotto). Great service, great food, highly recommended."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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"The Brussels Sprouts were the best I've ever had. They were recommended by our server and she was spot-on. We cleaned the bowl. The special was cavatelli with boar was hearty and perfect comfort food for a cold, dreary day. The CANTINA DI MONTALCINO chianti was the perfect accompaniment for the hearty boar."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Excellent restaurant that is quickly becoming a favorite. Chef Nick has a great approach to food and offers up interesting and very tasty combinations that pique my interest. Not normally the most adventurous of diners, I've tried quite a few of the items on the menu and always been extremely pleased.
Dante's focus on freshest ingredients, from locally grown produce to fresh made mozarella and pasta are all brought together to deliver amazing taste and foods that I really enjoy."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"I've lost track of how many times we've eaten at Dante. Everytime it's been fantastic. This is the first time I need to say something a little negative, but hopefully only as a training moment. Our waitress was very friendly and seemed to enjoy what she was doing. However, before we were even finished with our meal she came over with the dessert menu and bill for the meal. While tellng us it was not meant to rush us, it made us feel as if she was trying to get the table turned over quickly. That was the first time that has happened to us at Dante, and hopefully the last. Maybe a little extra training would help. By the way, we love the fact that none of your waitstaff introduces themselves with their first names. We'll be back."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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