Omaha Driver Entertainment Guide

Located at 4524 Farnam Street, just across the street from the Medical Center is Caffeine Dreams, a delightful little coffee shop in the Midtown. The coffee is pretty good, and they offer a wide array of flavor choices. They have board games for guest entertainment, and the staff is very friendly. Caffeine Dreams also has free WiFi hot-spots nearby, making it a convenient place to sit and surf the web.  Caffeine Dreams is open Monday through Saturday at 6:30 a.m. and at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday.  Bring your laptop computer, a book or the newspaper and enjoy your stay. Happy Motoring!

Located at 36th and Farnam Streets, the Crescent Moon Alehouse, the Huber Haus (a German Beer Hall on the lower level), Max & Joe’s (next door) and Beertopia (two doors down) , make up “Beer Corner USA.” Four unique beer experiences in one midtown Omaha location. At the Huber Haus you can enjoy a Bratwurst sandwich or an imported Bavarian pretzel from their food menu, with your choice of several German draft or bottled biers. The Crescent Moon has daily lunch and drink special offerings.  Max & Joe’s provides a Belgian Beer Tavern experience, while Beertopia is a store that sells hundreds of bottled beers and keg beers from around the world. The Moon is a fun place to spend Oktoberfest, Fat Tuesday, and most other celebrations. Be safe. Take a designated driver and don’t over indulge. Happy Motoring!

Located at 3201 Farnam Street, the Marcus Theatre at Midtown Crossing is a wonderful new addition to the city’s entertainment scene. With 5 digital cinemas and in-cinema dining, the Marcus midtown theatre has alot to offer. The theatre facilities include two cocktail lounges, the Glo and the vue. Both have couch and lounge chair seating with scenic views of the midtown redevelopment. The city lights are gorgeous after the sun goes down. Matinee movie pricing is available, and there is abundant ramp parking for guests. Use a trip to the midtown Marcus theatre as an opportunity to stroll the midtown business district and see all of the exciting things are happening. Happy Motoring!

Located at 302 S. 38th Street, McFoster’s Natural Kind Cafe serves a spectacular Veggie Burger. I did not think it was possible to duplicate the taste of beef using soy vegetable oil, soy flour and soy protein; but I was wrong. The Veggie Burger at McFoster’s is in a class of its own. The burger came with a choice of cheeses – I chose the soy cheese. The burger was huge, with a lightly toasted whole wheat bun. The burger was topped with caramelized onions and peppers and bacon tempeh. Naturally (no pun intended), the burger was moist but not greasy. The burger comes with a side salad.  The Veggie Burger food presentation “wow factor” will receive a high score in my final ratings.  If you want to eat a healthy meal, add McFoster’s to your Omaha destinations, and Happy Motoring!

 Located at 230 S. 25th Street, the Smoke Pit BBQ can be a quick and reasonably priced place to grab lunch, or to hold a short business luncheon. The menu includes a choice of meat with two side dishes. The smoked brisket or smoked ham are my typical meat choices. Many people find the Smoke Pit’s barbecue sauce flavor tangy rather than smokey, and I agree with that assessment. Others think the ribs at the Smoke Pit are top notch. Despite the mixed reviews, it is still on the Omaha Driver’s list of favorite Omaha destinations. Happy Motoring and enjoy the Pit stop!

Located at 401 S. 39th Street, Renaissance Mansion, is a multi-use rental facility that can accomodate private parties with seating for up to 150 guests inside. The mansion is an excellent location for weddings and wedding receptions. It is also an excellent location for corporate luncheons, and Christmas or other holiday gatherings. The mansion can serve up to 40 guests comfortably, with a full catering menu. The buffet is excellent. Happy Motoring!

Located at 2200 Dodge Street, in downtown Omaha, the Joslyn Art Museum is one of Omaha’s most well known architectural accomplishments, and Nebraska’s largest museum. Joslyn has a large art collection of the American West, as well as European and American art from the 19th and 20th century. In addition, special exhibitions are displayed throughout the year. The museum is open daily, except Mondays and holidays. Consult the Joslyn website for hours and entrance fees. The museum has free general admission to the public on Saturday mornings, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Happy Motoring!

Located at 3902 Davenport Street, Joslyn Castle is an Omaha architectural icon. As a part of the Omaha Designers Showhouse, it may be toured, in combination with the Brandeis Mansion which is also being showcased on selected dates through October 4th. Tickets are $15 per person or $10 for groups consisting of 15 or more people. Replacing a car battery with a bad cell? Return your old battery core to the auto parts store for proper recycling and destruction. Often, batteries have a 60 month warranty, and you will receive credit for the months remaining under warranty, but not used. Happy Motoring!

One of my favorite luncheon spots in Omaha is California Taco. Located at 33rd and California, the restaurant has some of the best soft shell tacos in the city. California Taco is open 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and is closed on Sunday. Send me a tweet or e-mail me if your looking for a lunch partner… I love this place! Have you checked your engine coolant levels lately? A low coolant level can cause engine overheating and lead to serious engine damage. Check your coolant overflow tank; the coolant level should be between the “low” and “full” marks. If the level is low, top it off. Never open the radiator or coolant overflow tank when the engine is hot! Happy Motoring!!

 Looking for the best vegetarian food in Omaha? Visit McFoster’s Natural Kind Cafe in the heart of Destination Midtown at 302 S 38th Street. McFoster’s also serves free-range chicken and seafood dinners. Their health nut salad and fresh juices and smoothies are simply amazing! Serving lunch and dinner daily, often with live entertainment. If your wiper blades are leaving streaks, it’s time for a change. In a heavy rain, you may need the improved visibility. Happy Motoring!