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
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.
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.
Served with smashed potatoes and gravy, steamed carrots and beer bread
Kids Spiral Mac-N-CheeseUS$8.99
Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots
Kids BurgerUS$8.99
4 oz. hamburger or cheeseburger with choice of fries or smashed potatoes and gravy
Kids Chicken StripsUS$8.99
Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots
Kids Grilled Cheese SandwichUS$8.99
Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots
Kids Fish & ChipsUS$8.99
3 oz. fish served with fries and tarter sauce
Kids Cheese PizzaUS$8.99
Choice of fries, smashed potatoes and gravy or steamed carrots
What 1,463 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
Nebraska
Child-friendly
Nebraska
Neighbourhood gem
Omaha
Child-friendly
Omaha
Good for groups
Omaha
Neighbourhood gem
Omaha
Lively
Omaha
American
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Upstream Brewing Company in Old Market is praised for its "very good beer and food" and "incredible" service. Guests enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and a diverse menu, with standout dishes like the salmon entree and artichoke dip. Accommodating large groups with ease, it's a "consistently great" spot for gatherings.
1,463 Reviews
J
Joseph
VIP
Omaha
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Glad to visit this old friend! The food was fantastic--fish n' chips, pork schnitzel, and the adult mac n' cheese all terrific. Food came out fast. Cocktails were great. And we just love the old school place.
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Donald
Omaha
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Not a busy night, Tuesday, so quiet and very pleasing. Service was excellent and friendly. Food was served vey quickly and done just right.
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James
VIP
Omaha
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Good food and great wait service as expected. One of the Hostesses was a bit snotty, but two co-workers stepped in and took care of us. She must have been having a bad night.
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Scott
Omaha
21 reviews
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 4
Ambience 2
Not the best experience this time, but Upstream usually excels. I'm hoping for better next time.
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Don
Omaha
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
Overall 3
Food 4
Service 2
Ambience 4
Two at our table ordered pork rib eyes and got beef ribeyes. Ordered two bread pudding to go and they came plated. My grandson had to snag my credit card out of the machine because our server didn’t bring it back when she brought our receipt. She was very nice and pleasant but maybe had something else occupying her mind.
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Chris
Orlando
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 11 November 2024
Overall 2
Food 1
Service 3
Ambience 3
Food was average to below average. Not a place I want to return when there are so many other places. The menu was tired and old. Not sure what happened to this place
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Billy
VIP
Chicago
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on 5 November 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always a great place to grab a bite. Service is always great. Food is always out quick and always good.
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Billy
VIP
Chicago
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always good food, quick service, and enjoyable place to eat.
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BrettH
Kansas City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was out 3rd annual trip to Omaha and we always hit up the brewery! Food is delicious and the beers are solid but what I appreciate the most is the table-side entertainment from magician—and let’s be honest comedian—Joe Cole. He had my kids hysterically laughing. We are always glad when we go eat and he is there to wow us with some sleight of hand. I highly recommend going on a Tuesday or Thursday when he is there. Get a flight of beer, the gouda beer soup, and enjoy a great experience.
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Christina
Omaha
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was our first brunch at Upstream, and it was great. We had a large party (14) and they were able to seat us even with a couple of missing guests. The waitress was excellent and attentive, keeping our drinks topped up and clearing plates as needed. The buffet was a great value for everything they offer. I am usually NOT a buffet fan, but they had a nice selection of proteins and veggies and great sides. The cinnamon bread pudding was GOOD and the whipped cream was REAL whipped cream. Absolutely recommend for brunch!!
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FAQs
Upstream Brewing Company - Old Market is rated 4.4 stars by 1463 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
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.
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jeff Everroad
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.
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.
