Huey Magoo’s in Morgantown is part of a growing fast-casual chain known for branding itself as “The Filet Mignon of Chicken.” The restaurant specializes in chicken tenders made from premium cuts, served grilled or hand-breaded. The interior is what you might expect from a modern fast casual restaurant. Clean, straightforward seating and bright lights with wood accents. The three hand-breaded tenders at Huey Magoo’s arrive golden and crisp, with a thick breading that could be a bit heavy. A dusting of Parmesan adds a salty, savory finish that pairs well with the chicken’s juicy interior. The tenders are served alongside thick slices of buttery Texas toast and a pile of crinkle-cut fries that could be crispier. The meal is rounded out by Huey Magoo’s signature dip, a creamy, tangy sauce that balances the richness of the chicken and toast. Altogether, it’s a straightforward meal that ranks above other average fast food chicken restaurants for me. Grade: B

Block 16 is a downtown Omaha restaurant known for its farm-to-table street food and rotating daily specials.



Owned by Paul and Jessica Urban, the restaurant opened in 2012 and quickly gained attention for its creative approach to casual dining.



The dining area is small, with simple wooden tables and chairs spread across two connected rooms. The walls are decorated with framed press clippings, awards, and photos. There’s a chalkboard displaying the day’s specials, and the ordering counter is the focal point up front.



The Croque Garçon burger, made with a beef patty, ham, fried egg, and truffle mayo, was famously praised by chef Alton Brown as the best burger he had ever eaten. I ordered the Frenchie - smash patty, braised short rib, gruyere, caramelized onion, sauce, pickle. The cheese adds a nutty, creamy richness while the onions bring a subtle sweetness that balances the savory meat.



I also had OMAHA FRIES - Topped with wagyu sloppy joe, griddled cheese curds, house ranch, Dorothy Lynch, scallion, and Doritos. Dorothy Lynch is a sweet and tangy salad dressing that originated in Nebraska and has become a regional favorite across the Midwest. It’s often described as similar to French dressing, but creamier and with a distinct flavor that combines tomato base, sugar, vinegar, and a blend of spices. This trash-tastic dish is everything I've ever dreamed of.



Grade: A

Archetype Coffee is a local favorite in Omaha known for its dedication to high-quality, small-batch roasting and community-driven vibe.



The shops feature a clean, minimalist industrial design with exposed brick, wood accents, and plenty of natural light, creating a cozy yet modern atmosphere perfect for both working and relaxing.



Their menu focuses on expertly crafted coffee drinks such as pour-overs, cappuccinos, and lattes, while also offering matcha, chai, pastries, and hearty brunch options.



While their coffee is exceptional, the hot chocolate is a standout -- rich, creamy, and well-balanced, it’s often praised as one of the best in the city.



Their Sweet Corn Coffee Cake balances natural corn’s gentle sweetness with a moist crumb - offering a creamy, subtly grainy texture, without leaning overly sweet.



Their coffee philosophy highlights small-batch roasting, meticulous flavor profiles, and craftsmanship -- led in part by notable baristas like Isaiah Sheese, a U.S. Barista Champion and world finalist. Their space is clean yet vibrant. And it all led to one tasty cuppa.



Grade: A

Coneflower Creamery is an award-winning shop that handmakes their ice cream in Omaha, Nebraska.

"Crafted with creativity and a love of real, local ingredients, our ice creams, waffle cones, and heck, even the sprinkles are made in our own kitchen. We put time, passion, and pure ingredients into our sweet delights, and the results are worth it! What we don’t make ourselves we bring in from the best shops sharing our passion for quality ingredients." "Our classic flavors include traditional flavors like Vanilla Bean, Cookies and Cream, Dark Chocolate, and Salted Caramel and a blend from our friends across the street at Archetype Coffee. We also pay homage to butterbrickle, first introduced in the 1920s by the Blackstone Hotel." There was a long line to enter the ice cream shop, so after waiting for quite some time, I was excited to finally see the inside and all the different options. It was worth it for Yelp’s #1 Ice Cream Shop in America (2023): Coneflower Creamery was honored as the top ice cream shop in the United States, based on customer reviews and ratings on Yelp. Their famous flavor is BLACKSTONE BUTTER BRICKLE - "One of our classics and most popular, Blackstone Butter Brickle, is based on the famous butter brickle ice cream created at the Blackstone hotel. Our version is loaded with housemade toffee that is covered in chocolate." The Blackstone Butter Brickle features house-made toffee coated in dark chocolate, mixed into a sweet cream ice cream base. This combination creates a delightful blend of sweetness, saltiness, and buttery goodness. Grade: A

Goodies serves all-day breakfast alongside a diverse menu of American comfort classics— think egg sandwiches, burgers (including a unique “Breakfast Burger”), wraps, fried seafood, Belgian waffles, pancakes, hot dogs, salads, and house-made desserts like rice pudding.



All I wanted here was a strawberry milkshake. It was a bit tangy - like maybe it was made with yogurt. Just a little different. Still lightly sweet and satisfying.



Grade: B