Italian Restaurants in Nebraska

When Guy Fieri rolled his red Camaro into the Cornhusker State, he discovered that Nebraska’s Italian food scene packs a serious punch. From 2008 to 2023, the Mayor of Flavortown spotlighted two Italian gems in Omaha, proving that authentic Italian cuisine thrives far beyond the East Coast.

Leading the pack is WD Cravings, earning an impressive 4.5-star rating and showcasing the kind of bold, scratch-made Italian dishes that had Guy reaching for seconds. Amato’s rounds out Omaha’s Italian offerings with a solid 4.1-star rating and the kind of neighborhood charm that keeps locals coming back generation after generation.

With an average rating of 4.3 stars across these featured spots, Nebraska’s Italian restaurants have earned their place in Triple D history. While one of these beloved establishments has since closed its doors, the remaining restaurant continues to fly the flag for Italian excellence in the heartland. These Omaha kitchens prove that when it comes to red sauce, fresh pasta, and Old World recipes, the Midwest delivers straight-up gangster Italian fare.