Reviews of V. Mertz (Restaurant)

Ron Goodwin

A really fantastic restaurant with equally fantastic service. Every dish was unique and so well explained. Highly recommend this for any special occasion or when you want to spoil yourself. Parking can be a little challenging but it's worth the effort.

Darrell Darrell

Terrible over priced food and lousy service.

Karen Johnson

Loved it. We went for the Chef Swap between V.Mertz and The Boiler Room on Oct.14. It was amazing! The snacks, wine, the vegetables, the entree, the desserts were such a different twist of ingredients that I would have never thought to put together but, they made up the most delicious taste. We already made our reservations for "part II" of the Chef Swap at the Boiler Room on Nov. 4. Can't wait. Thank you again to our server Alex and Chef Tim and Chef Jacob and our Sommelier.

sam avery

Had the very best experience here. The absolute perfect food portions, amazing cocktails, and the steak was out of this world. Highly recommend V. Mertz.

Joaquin Rodriguez

Outstanding place. Beautiful interior garden and the food presentation was at least a 3 Michelle stars in any other big town.

Absolute Donations

Great service and even better food, if you are looking for a beautiful experience with a loved one there no better recommendation I could make!

adam ideus

Made reservations for one year anniversary after getting there the menu had happy anniversary on it very nice touch was very unfair expected and made for a great memory and souvenir 10 Stars

Jennifer Ader

I was very excited to try this place and all I got was disappointment. First my party of 3 was clearly seated at a table made for 2 people, we had to ask if we could move to the four person table that was only set for two, annoying but not a deal breaker. The service was pretty terrible, I hate going to an expensive restaurant and having to repeatedly ask for water and awkwardly sit there with empty dishes in front of you for 20 minutes. I could forgive the service and the noise if the food had been great, but it was really mediocre to poor. Sure you were paying top dollar but the best thing there was the butter and rolls. One of our appetizers had some VERY al dente barley, we're talking crunchy. The other two apps were alright, not bad but not good either.The main courses were good, not great. One of our party had "steamed" veggies, half of which were raw. We ended up paying $250 for our meal and I've had much better meals at other places in Omaha for less than $60, not to mention the service. A huge disappointment since I raved to my guest about how well this place had been reviewed. We will not be back.

Norman Kromberg

I have to V.Mertz many times. This time was a for a Staglin Wine Dinner. The service as always was outstanding. The food was perfectly matched to the wine. Matthew is one of the best in Omaha.

Antoni Schutz

Best steak I've ever had! Pricey, but worth it for a special occasion.

Bryce Caster

Fine dining in the heart of the old market. Service and food are spectacular. The highlight was my wagyu strip steak. Considering that this is an upscale establishment, the prices are quite fair. I would definitely come back here on a special occasion or serious date.

Josh Woodcock

Great place to eat, drink, laugh, and live life.

Will Dricker

Love it. GREAT for special occasions.

Chase Bobier

I don't know what some of the negative google reviews are talking about on here, I'm guessing those reviewers palate's would be better suited for dinner at Applebee's. The food, as well as the atmosphere, is superb. My wife and I just finished the 5 course dinner with wine pairing just a few hours ago. The service was not only exceptional, it was above what was called for. It was outstanding. The very knowledgable staff took time to explain, in detail, the course being served as well as the accompanying wine. The food was an easy five stars, the service five stars, and the experience is one that will make a lasting impression. I can't wait to go back. I will recommend this fine dining establishment to anyone who enjoys a top notch, exquisite dining experience with the service to match. Cheers!

William Rohmeyer

Delicious

Reed Nuttall

Surprisingly bad $45 strip steak, filled with grissle. Tasty flavored sauce but the meat was not properly trimmed.

Charles Howard

“Whole food experience” An intimate restaurant that takes pride in using fresh, local foods as much as possible. If not local, they try to source high-quality and tasty ingredients. We love this for a special occasion

c Weis

Really just okay. Not as great as it is touted to be. Very pricey for small portions of just average food.

Stephen Postier

Great food, fun atmosphere, and the wait staff were great

Joel Jacox

My wife and I recently celebrated our 4th anniversary at V. Mertz. This was probably the best dining experience we have ever had. The service was impeccable and the food and wine pairings from the tasting menu were amazing. We will definitely be dining here again.

Sofia Peralta-Amador

This place is amazing! No doubt the best food in Omaha. The dessert and wine was by far the best part for me

Jake Lamb

I just cant get over how great this place is. The food was all great and for someone like me, who isnt very experienced in fine dining, the wait staff was very friendly and willing to explain everything. As long as you are more interested in quality than quantity I am positive you will love it.

Matthew Jones

Great food.

Daniel McCarthy

Personalized service, charming atmosphere, outstanding dishes

Timothy Baxter

Fantastic tomahawk ribeye!

CB Carlson

Love the food and the staff!

Alzuri Bartender

Who does not love a tomahawk ribeye

Roman Staszewski

Nice atmosphere - not to loud, not to quiet. Impeccable food, good wine. Great location. My favorite in Omaha.

Nicole Frisbie

Great ambiance, excellent service, and amazingly delicious food! We absolutely love it!

Becky S

It was excellent as always!!!

Marianne Coulton

Wonderful full service restaurant. Put it at top of list when you visit downtown Omaha, Nebraska.

Tennille Atherton

Amazing place for a special occasion or a date night! Unique menu that is absolutely delicious from appetizers to small plates as well as your main dish and the deserts are wonderful! I can't wait to visit again!

Norbert Schachtner

We had a wonderful evening with amazing food and absolutely surprising high quality wines. We will come back!

Jacqueline Muratore

Exceptional. From the very start, our server Daryl was outstanding. Wow. Incredible amuse-bouche, wine list, and small plates. The tasting menu looked fantastic, but we went for an a la carte dinner. Daryl paired wines with every single course we chose. The squash blossoms, beef heart, duck egg, and wagyu NY strip were out of control!! Definitely check out their desserts and after dinner drinks. All around amazing meal - quite an experience. Thank you!!

Judy Mullally

Outstanding food and service. The knowledge of the staff was incredible.

UTAZCO Overland

Overpriced for you get...

Raven Memoirs

This place was amazing. Wine and beer selection was good. Food was very awesome! The atmosphere in here was just inviting. We had a lovely dinner, thank you.

Jlyn RynVneck

My husband I went here for our 1-year anniversary last night and loved the dining experience. We splurged on the tasting menu with wine pairings (roughly, $100/person), and felt it was a great way to experience a variety of foods without having to commit to just one dish. We also tried a cocktail a piece and a meat board, all of which were also delicious. This place is great choice for foodies :) Our server, David, has been there 17 years and is very knowledgeable. The chef also visited our table a few times too and offered descriptions of the food. Since this place is in The Passageway, the décor is incredibly cool (100 year old brick, cobblestone walks, etc), and there is a fountain right outside that you can hear from your table. We used a Groupon ($100 for $50) and it worked with ease. We will be back again!

Matthew Spies

Amazing food, amazing service in an intimate space. One of my favorites in Omaha.

Brandis Hillard

We were actually convinced by the staff to come in while walking by. We had stopped to check out the menu and asked what was good. He simply said, "Everything ". HE WAS SO RIGHT!!! Best part of visiting Omaha.

Tod Kellen

Great food and even better service

DE DEBBIEW

Awesome food down in the Old Market. Great for a special occasion.

Tim Ryan

Very good all around dining.

Kimberly Schrock

V. Mertz is, in my opinion, the finest restaurant on Omaha. The menu is creative and delicious and the service is always impeccable. The drink menu is ever changing, always interesting and so so good. The location and ambiance of that space can’t be beaten. A long time favorite.

Judy Hilger

We brought out of town friends for dinner and had a wonderful experience, great aervice and very good food. I would recommend V Mertz for any occasion. Thanks Dillion for your attentive service.

Randall Smith

White table cloth dining with a relaxed atmosphere and cheerful professional staff serving clever dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. And they know a thing or two about wine. A true favorite.

Jaymes Salestrom

Wonderful meal. Great service

Justin Idle

What an experience! The staff does an amazing job of making a meal special and the flavors were incredible! My favorite thing about the dinner was our waiter's knowledge of the food and drink. He told us where our food came from that week, gave us history lessons about the wine and was the most professional and polite server I've ever had. The food also tasted awesome. The wagyu beef was the best cut of beef I've ever tasted. Our compliments to the chef! It was an unforgettable meal and a great way to celebrate our 6th wedding anniversary!

Loryn

Amazing chef's tasting menu and great service!

Leah Beda

I can’t stop talking about this place. I have eaten all the fancy steakhouses in Omaha and have tried others from out of state, but V. Mertz blows it out of the water! The bone in tomahawk ribeye was easily the best entree I have ever eaten! My taste buds were in heaven and the polenta complimented the dish beautifully. The service and atmosphere was fantastic! This is a hidden gem and is well worth every penny! Check it out, it will be your new favorite!

Evan Freilich

Thanks for making our anniversary so special. EVERYONE said happy anniversary and they even went out of their way to print a unique menu that said happy anniversary. Doesn't hurt that the food is basically the best in Omaha either.

Clay Major

V Mertz is absolutely the best New American small-plate dining in Omaha. High quality, locally-sourced ingredients and an attention to both taste and presentation make this a favorite romantic spot in the heart of the Old Market.

Luke Sieburg

We had an excellent experience. I informed the manager of my dietary restriction when I made my reservation, and the chef had several courses prepared specifically for me (such as the honey lemon sorbet topped with fresh raspberries, strawberries, and thyme). The chef brought out my main personally and described exactly how he made it: Peppered steak with a side of fresh figs and collared greens sautéed in vegetable broth. These were mixed with carrots cooked in their own juice and topped with shaved truffles. We will definitely be back.

Paulette Woods

The food was average! The service was 5 star.

Mike Mullally

Outstanding food and service!

William Miller

Amazing food, it looks good and tastes great. I hope to go there another time

Amanda Knowlton

Fantastic food and even better service!

Mark Silver

My wife and I have been visiting VMertz since 2003 for all our anniversary and occasional dining and every visit is always the best.Never have we had bad service or food no matter what time we show up. Many times we stop by while shopping at the Old Market and no other restaurant offers this top end cuisine dining, your visit should always be with someone your love.

Lianne Stewart

We had a fabulous dinner here while in town. The ambiance is great! Ferns, brick and water fountains give the perfect setup for a relaxing dinner. We started with the charcuterie and cheese plates. Great selection and everything was delicious and beautifully presented. For my main, I had the juniper cured scallops and they were fabulous! Perfectly cooked. I also was able to try the chicken mousse stuffed shishito peppers and the waygu steak. Everything was excellent! We had the chocolate mousse terrine, peach dessert, and panna cotta. All were so pretty and tasty!! We were also able to try some of the wonderful wine selection...a red and white. Both were excellent.

Rhett Holechek

The food is worth the price. The atmosphere is romantic and cozy. The staff is precise with the orders and timeliness of following up. The wine selection is very wide with a full spectrum of pricing. There's a lot to like about this place.

Mike Johnson

The staff at V. Mertz are each individually committed to your dining experience. If it is a one time celebration with a dear friend, or business associate, they will consider your experience their prime focus. If you are looking for a regular quality dining experience, your server will care enough to get to know you and anticipate your needs over time. Give V. Mertz a chance to serve you and you will not be disappointed.

Nate Potts

As always superb food and staff! Love the cheese selections.

Rich Stewart

Everything about this place is upscale and I love it here. Last night’s service was a great disappointment though. It was very slow and our server made a mistake with our orders not once but twice.

Liam Bouchier

Elegant high end cuisine.

Joe Monteleone

Ok

Aaron Wagner

Food was excellent. Service was outstanding.

Patrick Haffey

Get the pepper steak and the candy bar! Amazing!

Will Armstrong

Second time here. First time wasn't that great but they've definitely made up for it. The hand made pasta was good, al dente and tasted fresh. The steak and porkchop were tender and flavorful. Great bar, great wine selection. The service last night was top notch.

Sunday Carlson

Wonderful gourmet food and perfect wine pairings! The intimate atmosphere and attentive staff make gathering here with friends a delightful experience.

Jonathan Seymour

Always treated like royalty. Haven't had a bad experience in the 9 years I've gone.

Linda Christensen

Hadn't been in for many years, it did not disappoint. I promised Chefs Natalie and Mattie that hubby and I would visit when he was back in the country. Staff and food excelled in every way...we felt like royalty. Thank you, V. Mertz

Mark Oliver

I'm a vegetarian and had a great meal at V Mertz and really loved the mushroom scotch egg main course - so good.

Lee S.

I've been here a few times while attending conventions. They have some of the best food in a low-key high-class environments. The menu is new every time. My only gripe is that I wish their dessert menu was as differing as their primary menu. Things seem to not change much on that menu.

Trudy Ehrsam

Amazing experience! We went for our 34th anniversary. We opted for the tasting experience: 11 courses plus wine pairings. Tried a few things we ordinarily wouldn't have, everything was surprisingly delicious. It appears that this changes monthly. Would definitely do again. Thank you!!

Michelle Shafer

We were surprised that a restaurant of this caliber was not higher up on the TripAdvisor list. It is also not an easy find. No one at the hotel or our hotel shuttle driver heard of it, and it's been around for almost 20 years! Located downstairs in the passageway of the Old Market, this off-the-beaten path gem is truly unique. Where else can you dine outside in an air-conditioned courtyard? The food is fresh, and the menu changes daily. House-cured meats, cold soups, and a long list of shareable plates makes up a nice menu. A French restaurant is not complete without a French server, and ours was very helpful, polite, and friendly!

Bryan Stickney

Those Lamb Chops were the best!

Tiffany McCarn

Wow such a great romantic restraunt!!!! Best place I've ever been in my life!!!

Gabby Drew

This is by far one of the best restaurants in Omaha. Perfectly crafted food, and the staff are absolutely amazing.

Nate Witter

Perfect, from the first step dowbstairs, all the way til the very end. Service is outstanding, as was every course to match. won't have to think twice the next time V Mertz comes to mind!

Noah Hayes

There’s nothing that can compare to the environment at V Mertz so romantic and cozy. Staff is excellent and oh so knowledgeable. Food is unbeatable dishes are so artistic must see for yourself.

Mark Viken

Great food and great service!

justin waggoner

Great food amazing atmosphere

Thor Schrock

Absolutely amazing food and staff. V. Mertz is the place we recommend when people ask us what is Omaha's best restaurant.

Susan Pratt

V. Mertz has always been a long-standing favorite of ours when we visit Omaha. The rotating menu keeps things interesting and atmosphere, somewhere between rustic and fine dining cross, is always soothing. Some of our favorites are the chacuterie and cheese plates. The knowledgeable staff are able to describe every item on the plate and offer great pairings of wine or custom cocktails. The addition of an amuse-bouche to the meal is always a nice way to start off. The added benefit of a coat check in the winter is an upscale feature we appreciate. However parking is a little bit of a nightmare as it is located in the heart of the Old Market. The food is worth a walk around the block or even two blocks. We have found that going it less busy times means greater attention from the staff and more explanation about the meal.

Chelsea F

Delicious, amazing, worth every bit of time and money. They made my birthday so very special! Can't wait to go again, highly recommend.

megan wheeler

We did the cheese plate and the 12 course tasting menu. Everything was wonderful. The reconstruction of chicken into a log thing and sliced was my least favorite, but still good. The bathrooms need to be made to match the quality of food and price being paid. Over all, excellent meal and Wonderful service. We will be back for future tasting menus!!

P.J. Hartman

Super delicious tasting menu with wine pairings.

Joe Farrell

I finally got a chance to try the chef's tasting menu at V. Mertz and it was everything I hoped it would be. Every course was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented, the wine pairings were generous and well chosen, and service was on point the whole time. If you prefer to order à la carte, there are many options to choose from, and if you like to choose your own wine, they've got a staggering selection ranging from the affordable to the very rare. The restaurant itself is beautiful, too. I love the quiet, intimate setting in the Old Market Passageway. V. Mertz belongs in the top tier of Omaha's fine dining spots. I can't wait to go back.

Anthony D'Agosta

Charcuterie, wine, cheese, cocktails. What is not to love? It doesn't get much better.

Gregory Zill

Desserts and after-dinner, but they make you feel like royalty. Such nice staff in a special event retreat. Excellent!

Mark Wells

Fine dining in the Passageway of the Old Market; expensive, yes, but quite the experience and high quality food.

Don Goff

I highly recommend this restaurant because it was very delicious, good for the events...

John Lourens

Wanted to impress bae so I took her to V. Mertz. Absolutely loved this place. Cool atmosphere and the location in the passageway makes it feel more exclusive. Great food, service and wine. Our server went above and beyond to make it a great evening -can't wait to be back.

Sherry Drew

One of our favorite places when we come to Omaha!

Dee Lukowski

They took our coats and seated us. Matt Brown, their wine expert explained all of the wines and their origins to us that he pared with our food! Wonderful wines, delicious! Georgi with an "I" answered all our questions regarding each course. My cocktail was made with fresh juice and tequila and they made it according to what I like, is was awesome! They use fresh ingredients when preparing your meal . It was an excellent meal in great atmosphere! You can dress casual or really dress up it all works. V. Mertz set my pallet on fire...loved IT! Just tell them Dee from Embassy Suites sent you!

James Kingsbury

Perhaps the best in Omaha certainly one of the best. Terrific building in Old Town, menu with unique items and great service.

Lizbeth Cortez

Best place to go eat...its quiet and the server was amazing! Expensive but well worth it indeed! Food is amazing!

Cara Noran

Favorite restaurant in Omaha. The chef is amazing! They source their ingredients locally and you can tell with how fresh the food tastes. Yum!

Paul Menefee

The food here is exceptional, very few places like it in the area. Some of the most experienced and knowledgeable wine experts around and some of the best customer service. You can expect one of the highest quality restaurant experiences in the city and in the region.

Amber Soden

Wow! Tasting menu was beyond amazing!!! Basil ice cream - who knew it could be so awesome!

Ross Gunderson

Great food and good wine

Derek Eskens

Great food with some of the best wine selection and service in Omaha.

Mary Ellingson

Great food!

TJ Tuton

Simply exquisite! I was blown away by the quality of the meals, particularly for being in the middle of the country. How did those Nantucket Scallops taste so fresh? As an Australian/New Zealander, I can tell you that the lamb chop was the best I have ever tasted in the US (apparently from CA!). My husband's Morgan Ranch steak was phenomenal and is usually disappointed by steak in restaurants, saying he could cook them better himself (not here though!). The Pana Cotta was incredible too. The wait staff were friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable. The atmosphere charming, elegant and cozy. What a treat. We can't wait to go back. This place is a no-brainer!

spencer olson

Excellent food and excellent service. V. Mertz is definitely one of Omaha's best restaurants and a must try for visitors. I highly recommend their bread service and Wagyu New York strip.