The Train-Themed Restaurant In Nebraska That Will Make You Feel Like A Kid Again

Remember how magical trains were when you were a kid? If you were lucky, you even got to ride on one once in a while. But even if you've never stepped foot on a train, they retain a kind of romantic wonder. Railcar Modern American Kitchen in Omaha plays up that romanticism and can make you feel just like a kid boarding a train for the very first time.

The unique restaurant opened in December 2012.

The name and the railroad-inspired decor are a callback to Omaha's early days when the railroad was king.

Everything about the dining area feels like a swanky (yet somehow lighthearted) dining car on an elegant old train.

Deep woods, antique chandeliers, and exposed ductwork are the perfect combination of vintage and industrial.

Railroad memorabilia lines the walls. It's fun to check out the vintage and retro pictures and objects as you pass by.

Glass partitions with curtains are a delightful detail in the dining area. The really complete the illusion that you're stepping into a dining car.

The menu is very accommodating to different dietary needs. Whether you're there for brunch on the weekend...

...a decadent lunch...

...a little happy hour charcuterie board...

...a high-class gourmet dinner...

...or just the unforgettable house-made apple pie a la mode, there's something here for every palate and every diet.

And don't forget the full bar, including inspired cocktails, a respectable wine list, and a hefty handful of draft beers.

Railcar Modern American Kitchen will definitely bring back that child-like glee you felt about railroads as a child...but this time you get to order dessert first if you want to, and drink a few glasses of wine.

Find this classy restaurant at 1814 N 144th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68154 (in Stonehenge Center). Take a look at their website for more details, including hours and menus.

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