7 Must-Try Bellevue Restaurants You’ve Got To Visit At Least Once

While Omaha’s culinary scene may get international attention,  the restaurant scene in Bellevue is nothing to scoff at. From top-contending burgers at Stella’s to impressive cuisine at Umami, Bellevue’s food scene runs the gamut from nice sit down to popular greasy spoons.

UPDATED: This post was first published in 2020 and has been updated in April 2026 following closures and temporary relocations.

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Where is Bellevue, Nebraska?

Bellevue, Neb., is a suburban city in southeastern Nebraska just to the south of Omaha. It’s considered part of the Omaha Metro area. Many people move to Bellevue when they get stationed at nearby Offutt Air Force Base. Usually, when I venture to Bellevue, it’s to visit Fontenelle Forest or Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Patch (though, if we want to be technical, Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Patch actually in Papillion…but I digress).

Now, on to food!

Best restaurants to try in Bellevue, Neb.

Stella’s Bar & Grill

Where: 106 Galvin Road S, Bellevue, Neb. (NOTE: Stella’s has temporarily relocated to The Eagles, 209 W. Mission Ave., Bellevue, Neb., while they undergo repairs following a fire in February 2026. Hours vary at The Eagles, but the restaurant is good about posting their times on Facebook each week.)

Possibly the most famous Bellevue restaurant, Stella’s is known for its Stellanator challenge. Six patties and a ton of toppings invites people with big eyes for the challenge. If you finish the Stellanator and a side of fries within 45 minutes, it’s free and you win a T-shirt. Lose, and it costs about $35.

Stella’s regular burgers are a treat. You can get a variety of toppings, such as peanut butter, jalapenos, fried egg and cheese. The eatery serves the burgers on napkins. It’s a fun outing for anyone, including families.

Tip: Be prepared for a short wait regardless of when you visit.

Related post: Stella’s is one of the 15+ Quirky Restaurants in Omaha, thanks largely to its unique Stellanator.

Roma Italian Restaurant

Where: 605 Fort Crook Road N, Bellevue, Neb.

Located in a former Sizzler steakhouse on Fort Crook, Roma features classic Italian dishes, such as spaghetti and meatballs and chicken parmesan. With outstanding appetizers and salads, Roma’s entree portions are large. You may want to consider splitting a dish.

Lil Burro

Where: 12510 S. 29th Ave., Bellevue, Neb.

Using fresh ingredients, including peppers grown in a garden behind the restaurant, Lil Burro’s menu features authentic dishes. From tacos and enchiladas to tamales and burritos, Lil Burro, with its colorful dining room and unique decor, is a popular eatery on Capehart Road, not far from Offutt Air Force Base.

Discover even more unique and quirky restaurants in the book “Unique Eats and Eateries of Omaha.” It’s written by two of my friends, Tim and Lisa Trudell (AKA, The Walking Tourists), and they’ve included and quite a few restaurants on this list, and several more. They provided several photos for this post, too.

Catfish Lake

Where: 16609 Clay St., Bellevue, Neb.

Possibly the best spot in the Metro for catfish and other fish dinners, Catfish Lake relocated from its longtime home near Offutt following the 2019 flood to a spot in south Bellevue near LaPlatte. Open since 1986, Catfish Lake also serves delicious fried chicken and burgers.

John’s Grecian Delight

Where: Inside Southroads Technology Park, 1001 Fort Crook Road N, Bellevue, Neb.

Calling the Southroads home for nearly 40 years,  John’s Grecian Delight ranks among the best places in the Omaha area to enjoy a gyro and other traditional Greek cuisine. During Southroads’ heyday, people stood in line for an opportunity to taste John’s food.

Today, the clientele may be a little different, but the food remains outstanding.

Umami

Where: 1504 Galvin Road S, Bellevue, Neb.

Known for its delicious sushi, the popular Asian restaurant on Galvin Road attracts diners from around the area. The restaurant’s chef, Keen Zheng, has trained with with some of the best in the world, including Chefs Nobuyuki Shikanai and Daigo Yamaguchia at the Michelin-starred Kayonama and Chef Masato at 15 East, another Michelin-starred sushi restaurants. Besides sushi, Umami’s menu includes Chinese and Thai entrees.

The Banh Mi Shop

Where: 923 Galvin Road S suite 101, Bellevue, Neb.

In a few short years, The Banh Mi Shop on South Galvin Road quickly became popular for its Vietnamese-style sandwiches. With menu items such as shredded pork and cold cut sandwiches, The Banh Mi Shop’s menu features delicious and healthy options.

With a variety of restaurants to choose from in the Omaha area, Bellevue is home to some of the Metro’s best. So, don’t be surprised if the people at the table next to you drove a distance to enjoy their meal.