801 Chophouse at the Paxton
If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Omaha, 801 Chophouse at the Paxton is the place to be. Located at 1403 Farnam St, Omaha, NE, this upscale restaurant offers a sophisticated ambiance perfect for both intimate dinners and group gatherings. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking to enjoy a delicious meal, 801 Chophouse provides the ideal setting with its classy yet welcoming vibe.
The restaurant serves up a range of premium dishes, but a few stand out as true crowd favorites. The Ribeye and Filet Mignon are must-tries, both cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. For something a bit more indulgent, the Delmonico steak is a great choice, offering a rich, tender cut that melts in your mouth. If you’re in the mood for something lighter to start, don’t miss the Oysters Rockefeller or the refreshing Iceberg Wedge Salad, both of which have become signature items on the menu.
The atmosphere at 801 Chophouse is always lively, with a moderate level of noise that adds to the energy of the place. It’s the perfect spot for a night out with friends or colleagues. With the restaurant's dressy vibe, you’ll want to put on your best attire, but it’s still relaxed enough to feel comfortable. Be sure to check out the happy hour specials, where you can enjoy delicious cocktails and bites at a great price.
Whether you're a local or just visiting, 801 Chophouse at the Paxton offers an exceptional dining experience that combines high-quality food, impeccable service, and an inviting atmosphere. It’s an ideal choice for any occasion where great food and a classy vibe are on the menu.
Reviews
This was my first time at 801. We were overall pleased with our experience & food, just not as impressive as other steak restaurants in Omaha. It also is much pricier than others which is the explanation for the 4 stars. Brussels sprouts were below average. Asparagus was good. Steak was good, not great. If you don't get sauce, there isn't much flavor. We were told the mashed potatoes would be plenty for the 4 of us but we had to ration. Should've got 2. The dessert was AWESOME though. Wine list was also great. Was not super busy when we were there so service was good. The vibes are nice.
A fantastic steak restaurant in a city full of great steak restaurants. Pricey, but better than anything I've had in Omaha. While you can go in shorts and a polo, we dressed up (suit for me, dress for my bride) and were not out of place. This is fine dining but not pretentious. Decor: This is not your 1970s restaurant that is dark and outdated. A beautiful interior that is comfortable and romantic. Entrance: Enter through the Paxton hotel doors. The 801 Tap Room is on the corner and is not the restaurant. Seeing us all dressed up, the Tap Room hostess showed us where the entrance was. (Durectly behind valet booth.) Drinks: An incredible selection of whisky, whiskey, and rye. Great Old Fashions. We did not try their beers or wines. The table next to us ordered an espresso martini, which looked interesting. Prices here were reasonable. (A+) First course: I ordered the lobster corn chowder, and it was the creamiest and tastiest soup I've had in a long time. My wife ordered the chophouse salad and raved about it. (A) Steaks: I ordered the 16oz ribeye, and she ordered a filet. Both came out perfectly cooked, well marbled, and was THE best steak I've had in Omaha. They offer Wagyu sreak at $34 per ounce with a 4 ounce minimum. We did not splurge that much. (A) Sides: Sides are family-style, large, and expensive. They were good. Not knowing they were so big, I got a loaded baked potato, and she got garlic mashed. I wisk we'd mixed it up. (B) Service: Service was generally good. It seemed better at other tables, but for some reason, the manager assigned our table to the bartender, which made the service slow. (C) Price: This is the reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5. Our dinner here cost 2x as much as a similar (but inferior) meal at our other steak houses in Omaha charge. With tip and 2 drinks, it was over $300. I was a little surprised, but since we were celebrating, I was not doing math as we ordered. :) A fantastic experience, but one we'll likely reserve for our next big anniversary or major life event.
The best steakhouse I have been to in a while! I found this place while traveling to the area for work and it did not disappoint! I had the best ribeye I've ever had and the bartender who served me was very friendly. A very cool place to go to! The bar was beautiful and has a huge wall of Ryes and Whiskeys.
We came from out of town and wanted to eat steak in Omaha, so we chose this restaurant based on reviews. We really enjoyed our dinner here. The ambience is really nice. We sat at a table near the bar so we could enjoy happy hour. The kids (and me) enjoyed watching the little train chugging along around the bar. The drinks were good, I had a delicious grapefruit martini with a sugar rim, and I don't usually like grapefruit. The food was really delicious - crab cakes, lobster corn chowder, steak, lobster and shrimp pasta. I recommend all of them! Overall a great meal and night out. My son even left a nice review for the chef.
Amazing steaks and amazing service. I came on a Tuesday evening with 3 co-workers. There was plenty of seating available, but I heard it gets packed on the weekends. The dining room is large, with velvet booths and private rooms. The menu ranges from apps, meats, entrees, toppers, sides and dessert. They also bring fresh bread to start. I ordered a Ribeye medium on its own. It had great marbleization and fantastic flavor. The sides were incredible as well. Highly recommend the brocollini, mashed potatoes and the Brussel sprouts. The four of us were too full to finish our steaks and sides. The menu is on the pricey side, but can be worth is for a work meal or a nice night out.