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Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market

4.4 (1406)
$30 and under
American
514 S. 11th St., Omaha, NE 68102

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A photo of Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market restaurant

Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market

4.4
$30 and under
American
Downtown / Old Market

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
  • Kid-friendly
Since opening in 1996, Upstream Brewing Company has become well known for its great food, friendly service, terrific beer and casual upscale atmosphere. Featuring an extensive menu of new American pub fare including: Omaha’s best appetizers and thin-crust pizzas, pub favorites, superb steaks featuring hand cut “Omaha Steaks” beef, fresh fish, pasta dishes, main course salads, hearty sandwiches and, a great children’s menu. The fully stocked bars feature our award winning fresh, handcrafted beers and root beer on tap. An extensive wine list with over 100 selections has been recognized with multiple Wine Spectator Magazine Awards of Excellence. Large parties are welcome and we multiple options for seating large groups is available. Banquet rooms are also available. Named "One of Omaha’s Top Ten Restaurants" by the Omaha World Herald, and the winner of 14 “Best of Omaha” Awards, Upstream Brewing Company is the ideal gathering place for any group.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (402) 344-0200
  • Website
    http://www.upstreambrewing.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeff Everroad
  • Catering
    The restaurant's extensive catering options allow you to enjoy the Upstream's outstanding food and hand crafted beers at any venue, or in the comfort of your own home. Contact Anthony Roza.
  • Private party facilities
    We feature a wide variety of party rooms and delicious new American pub fare menus perfect for every occasion - from a 40th birthday bash to a lavish rehearsal dinner to a corporate holiday party. And everything in between. Give us a call today to reserve your room. We're always up for a good party.
  • Location
    514 S. 11th St., Omaha, NE 68102
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Old Market
  • Cross street
    11th & Jackson
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the neighborhood, as well as in private lots immediately across the street.
  • Public transit
    Upstream Brewing Company and the Old Market area are easily accessible by Metro Area Transit bus routes 10 and 13 and Express route 95.
  • Entertainment
    The billiards area offers full size pool tables, a selection of video games and a jukebox. Flat screen televisions in the billiards and bar areas make the Upstream the perfect spot to watch your favorite sports events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

This menu from Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market was last updated on 8/22/2026.

Main

  • Kids Pot Roast$8.99

    Served with smashed potatoes and gravy, steamed carrots and beer bread

    • Kids Spiral Mac-N-Cheese$8.99

      Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots

      • Kids Burger$8.99

        4 oz. hamburger or cheeseburger with choice of fries or smashed potatoes and gravy

        • Kids Chicken Strips$8.99

          Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots

          • Kids Grilled Cheese Sandwich$8.99

            Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots

            • Kids Fish & Chips$8.99

              3 oz. fish served with fries and tarter sauce

              • Kids Cheese Pizza$8.99

                Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots

                Last updated: September 13, 2024

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                Reviews

                OpenTable reviews from verified diners

                Reviews from people who have dined at Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market.

                4.4

                4.4
                (1406)
                • 4.3Food
                • 4.5Service
                • 4.2Ambience
                • 4.2Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • Nebraska

                  Kid-friendly

                • Nebraska

                  Good for groups

                • Omaha

                  Kid-friendly

                • Omaha

                  Good for groups

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market offers "great service" and a "pleasant atmosphere" perfect for families and large groups. Diners appreciate the "nice selection of beer options" and "delicious food." While some found the menu limited, others celebrated the "excellent service" and "amazing food," making it worth a visit.
                1,406 Reviews

                1. Richard Gold

                  Phoenix39 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on October 30, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Large party of 9 people - great meal for the family.

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                2. Don

                  Atlanta8 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on October 25, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great service. A Sunday morning, so the noise was minimal and food service was fast! Server was fantastic. We'll be coming back!

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                3. Kimberly

                  Omaha2 reviews

                  2.0

                  Dined on October 24, 2026

                  1. Overall 2
                  2. Food 1
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 2
                  Server was very nice. The food was not good it has really gone downhill. Fries old and not seasoned. Bread for appetizer was burned. Neither dish we ordered was seasoned. Basic salt missing

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                4. Carol

                  Omaha2 reviews

                  4.0

                  Dined on October 2, 2026

                  1. Overall 4
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Was pleasantly surprised. Haven't been in a while and enjoyed the experience.

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                5. Chris

                  South Dakota1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined on September 17, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great service, atmosphere was perfect, food was delicious.

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                6. Allison

                  Kansas City3 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on September 12, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great service, nice staff. We had a lot of kids and they were awesome about it!

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                7. Mark

                  Caribbean3 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on September 11, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Nice selection of beer options with good options for food choices. Service was prompt and waitress did a fine job.

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                8. EugeneM

                  Omaha2 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on August 18, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Morgan our server was wonderful even tho she had multiple large tables too. The food was excellent. We are going back. Pricing was not out of line. Very pleasant experience.

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                9. Mike

                  Omaha1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined on August 14, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 4
                  We had a great meal in some great atmosphere! The wait for food wasn't long, but we ordered dessert after and that took quite a while before that was served. Our waiter was very good, and very attentive to making our meal perfect.

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                10. Ricardo

                  Washington DC1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined on August 8, 2026

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  First time eating there and we would definitely go back.

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                Additional information

                • Dining style
                  Casual Dining
                • Price
                  $30 and under
                • Cuisines
                  American, Comfort Food
                • Hours of operation
                  Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
                • Phone number
                  (402) 344-0200
                • Website
                  http://www.upstreambrewing.com/
                • Payment options
                  AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                • Dress code
                  Casual Dress
                • Executive chef
                  Jeff Everroad
                • Catering
                  The restaurant's extensive catering options allow you to enjoy the Upstream's outstanding food and hand crafted beers at any venue, or in the comfort of your own home. Contact Anthony Roza.
                • Private party facilities
                  We feature a wide variety of party rooms and delicious new American pub fare menus perfect for every occasion - from a 40th birthday bash to a lavish rehearsal dinner to a corporate holiday party. And everything in between. Give us a call today to reserve your room. We're always up for a good party.
                • Location
                  514 S. 11th St., Omaha, NE 68102
                • Neighborhood
                  Downtown / Old Market
                • Cross street
                  11th & Jackson
                • Parking details
                  Parking is available in the neighborhood, as well as in private lots immediately across the street.
                • Public transit
                  Upstream Brewing Company and the Old Market area are easily accessible by Metro Area Transit bus routes 10 and 13 and Express route 95.
                • Entertainment
                  The billiards area offers full size pool tables, a selection of video games and a jukebox. Flat screen televisions in the billiards and bar areas make the Upstream the perfect spot to watch your favorite sports events.
                • Additional
                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

                FAQs

                Yes, vegetarian and plant‑based choices appear on the menu (the Impossible Burger is offered), and guests specifically note good vegetarian options.

                Upstream Brewing Company, Old Market feels like a lively, historic brewpub: a renovated firehouse with a spacious, two-story layout, an upstairs bar with pool tables, occasional table-side magic, and a convivial spot for groups and sports viewing.

                Yes, Upstream suits a special evening: guests report celebrating anniversaries there, and the restaurant maintains an extensive, award‑winning wine list.

                The beer-battered Fish & Chips is a recurring favorite, it’s on the current menu and guests repeatedly praise its delicious preparation.

                Guests frequently describe the portions as generous, and the brunch buffet in particular is praised for being a great value.

                Yes, Upstream is family-friendly: it has a dedicated Kids Menu and many guests praise its welcoming service and kids’ meals, making it an easy spot for families.

                Yes, guests mention a shaded patio and the second floor’s outdoor access, which many have enjoyed for al fresco dining.

                Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

                Sunday brunch (10:00 am–2:00 pm) is a guest favorite, and several reviewers also recommend visiting on Tuesday or Thursday when the table‑side magician is performing.

                Yes for families, the restaurant offers a Kids Menu and guests report staff will adjust seating (for example, moving a party to a low‑top table to accommodate mobility).

                Upstream Brewing Company is especially fun on Tuesday or Thursday when magician Joe Cole often does table-side magic, guests recommend those nights for the added entertainment.

                You can dine in the main dining room, grab a seat at the bar or the upstairs bar/lounge with pool and game tables, enjoy the shaded patio, or book one of the banquet rooms for large groups.

                Yes, Upstream Brewing Company pours its own house-brewed beers, offers cocktails, and maintains an extensive wine list, so there’s something for beer lovers and wine drinkers alike.

                Yes, guests report a weekday happy hour (posted as 2–6 pm Mon–Fri), a $7 pizza night on Wednesdays, and regular table-side magic performances that make for a fun evening.

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                Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market

                4.4
                $30 and under
                American
                Downtown / Old Market

                Make a reservation

                2 people
                7:00 PM
                Booked 4 times today
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