801 Chophouse
Old Market, Omaha
Restaurant in Omaha, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
801 Chophouse is a stronger choice for an evening celebration or business dinner than for takeout. Book it when the group wants a classic downtown Omaha steakhouse setting and a polished room; compare Omaha Prime, J. Gilbert's, Dynamite Woodfire Grill, V. Mertz if the decision hinges on style or value.
About 801 Chophouse
Compared with Omaha Prime and J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood, 801 Chophouse is an Omaha dinner option to consider when the plan calls for an evening outing and a business-casual dress code. The verified basics are limited but useful: service runs daily in the evening, with hours from 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday.
The recommendation is simple: consider it for dinner if the group wants 801 Chophouse specifically and the schedule fits an evening plan. The available hours point entirely to an evening format, so this is not a lunch-meeting solution. It is better framed as a dinner plan in Omaha, especially when the group wants a setting where business-casual attire is appropriate.
An Omaha dinner option for business-casual plans
The clearest confirmed positioning is practical rather than award-based: 801 Chophouse is open daily for dinner hours and lists business casual as the dress code. That makes it easier to compare with other dinner choices such as V. Mertz, Dynamite Woodfire Grill, Omaha Prime, J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood, depending on the kind of evening the group wants.
This guide has no confirmed price range, chef details, awards, booking method, menu format, or seating details to lean on here, so the decision should be based on fit rather than trophy value. If the group cares about a named accolade or a highly specific culinary point of view, this page does not support that case. If the group wants an Omaha dinner plan with verified evening hours and a business-casual dress code, the case is stronger.
Takeout is not confirmed
This guide does not have verified takeout or delivery details for 801 Chophouse, so it should not treat off-premise ordering as a confirmed use case. Based on the verified information, the safest way to plan around the venue is as an in-person dinner during its listed evening hours.
For readers building a fuller Omaha plan, start with the full Omaha restaurants guide, then use the city guides for hotels, bars, wineries, experiences to keep the evening practical.
Planning details
- Location
- 1403 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68102
- Website
- 801chophouse.com
- Phone
- +14023411222
The take
The Take
The Vibe
801 Chophouse presents the inward-facing gravitas of a traditional American chophouse: dark wood, leather seating and booth layouts that encourage long conversations. The dining room leans into classic architecture and a purposeful, interior-focused design that prioritizes privacy and lingering meals. The bar is written into the room’s choreography as a destination rather than a mere waiting area, so the place feels simultaneously deliberate and social. Overall, the mood reads as warm and intimate, a place built for slow, attentive dining rather than quick turns or casual drop-ins.
Best For
This is the kind of restaurant that suits formal dinners and important evenings—expense-account business meals, date nights that require a quiet table and special-occasion dinners. Located near downtown hotels and the financial district, it caters to travelers and locals who expect a premium steakhouse experience and aren't pressed for time. Tables are arranged for conversation, and the room’s design encourages multi-course meals, so it’s best for guests who plan to linger over food and drinks rather than those seeking a fast meal.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house strengths: steaks and beef provenance are the raison d’être here, so ordering a classic steak—such as the signature bone-in filet mignon—is a reliable way to assess the kitchen’s chops. Complement it with simple, hearty accompaniments (the loaded baked potato is a listed specialty) and allow time for a full meal; the dining room is designed for lingering. If sourcing matters to you, ask staff about the restaurant’s beef program and any aging practices—the profile stresses a local, premium approach to meat.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined elegance reminiscent of a classic 1920s New York steakhouse with timeless yet contemporary steakhouse atmosphere.
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Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- bone-in filet mignon
- loaded baked potato
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to book if this does not fit
If the target is still steakhouse formality, compare Omaha Prime first. If the group includes seafood eaters or needs a broader menu lane, J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood is the more flexible backup.
Restaurant context
How 801 Chophouse compares in Omaha
Choose 801 Chophouse when the goal is a traditional downtown steakhouse dinner with an occasion-ready room. Omaha Prime is the closest comparison for steakhouse intent, so cross-shop both if the decision is about room feel and reservation convenience rather than a clearly published price difference.
J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood is the broader steak-and-seafood alternative, likely a safer fit for groups with mixed preferences. Dynamite Woodfire Grill is the better comparison if the table wants wood-fire energy over a classic chophouse mood.
V. Mertz is the cross-shop for a more intimate, chef-driven dinner, while Lone Tree Landing makes more sense when the group wants something less tied to the steakhouse format. For a polished celebration, start with 801 Chophouse or Omaha Prime; for variety and flexibility, look to J. Gilbert's or Dynamite Woodfire Grill.
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Compare 801 Chophouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 801 Chophouse | Omaha | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Dynamite Woodfire Grill | Omaha | No published awards |
| Lone Tree Landing | Omaha | No published awards |
| Omaha Prime | Omaha | No published awards |
| V. Mertz | Omaha | No published awards |
| J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood | Omaha | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 801 Chophouse good for solo dining?
It can be considered for a solo dinner if the evening hours fit your plan. 801 Chophouse is open 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday.
How far ahead should I book 801 Chophouse?
This guide does not have a verified booking policy for 801 Chophouse. If you are planning around a specific dinner time, check directly with the venue before you go.
Is lunch or dinner better at 801 Chophouse?
Dinner is the verified option, because 801 Chophouse operates in the evening: 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday. This guide does not have verified lunch hours for the venue.
What are alternatives to 801 Chophouse?
Other options to compare with 801 Chophouse include V. Mertz, Omaha Prime, J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood, Dynamite Woodfire Grill, or Lone Tree Landing. Choose based on the type of evening, dress expectations, schedule that best fit your group.
Is 801 Chophouse good for a special occasion?
It may fit a special-occasion dinner if the evening schedule and business-casual dress code match what you want. This guide does not have verified awards, pricing, or private-dining details for the venue.
Can I eat at the bar at 801 Chophouse?
This guide does not have verified bar-seating details for 801 Chophouse. Check directly with the venue if bar dining is important to your plan.
