The James Beard Foundation named Johnny’s Café of Omaha as a 2026 James Beard America’s Classics award winner. Located at 4702 South 27th Street, Johnny’s is one of six independently owned restaurants with “timeless appeal that reflect local character and serve as enduring anchors in their communities.” Johnny’s represents the Midwest region. Other winning restaurants are in Inglewood, Calif.; Philadelphia; Kingston, N.Y.; Wheeling, W.V.; and Las Vegas.

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