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GUGU Ramen, a ramen and Korean fried chicken concept, will soon open at 9820 South 71st Plaza in the corner bay of a strip mall next to Jersey’s Mikes. That’s just off 72nd & Cornhusker Road in Papillion and adjacent to Golden Apple Buffet, which opened in June 2024 under the same ownership…

New vendors are on the horizon at Inner Rail Food Hall in Aksarben Village. Papi’s Mexican Grill recently opened, specializing in authentic tacos, burritos and customizable bowls. Other vendors coming soon include All-American Burger, which specializes in smash burgers and fries, and The Grove…

Everbowl, a craft superfood restaurant chain specializing in açaí bowls and smoothies, plans to open its first Omaha location at 2913 South 168th Street, next to Godfather’s Pizza. It will be the first of three locations in the Omaha area. Opening is set for late February or early March. The California-based…

Wheatfield’s is opening an express location at 18902 Evans Street near 192nd & West Maple Road. Interior build-out is underway. The grand opening is planned for April. This express location will have a drive-thru lane and an extensive self-serve, grab-and-go section. The store will sell quiche, soups…

Cups Café will host its grand opening on January 7 at 8501 North 30th Street in the Florence neighborhood. Located in the No More Empty Pots Food Hub, the coffee shop aims to support community self-sufficiency, food security and local and regional entrepreneurship…

The Platypus, a wine-focused bar, has opened at 1409 South 13th Street in Little Bohemia, next to Tiny House Bar and under the same ownership. The concept features a curated wine list, classic cocktails and paninis from Block 16. Platypus is described as “vintage 1970s design meets a modern, welcoming atmosphere.”

Pivot Prime, a new steakhouse concept by Lucky Eleven Hospitality Group, announced it will open in the spring of 2025 in the former Mahogany Prime Steakhouse building at 13665 California Street. Lucky Eleven HG also owns Salted EDGE and Sugared LEDGE Bakery.

Orsi’s Italian Bakery & Pizzeria, a local bakery in Omaha’s Little Italy district at 621 Pacific Street, recently added a dining area, accommodating 36 people, to the west side of its building. Founded in 1919, Orsi’s is known for its handmade Italian twist bread and hearty Sicilian-style pizza…

Charred Burger + Bar plans to open a third metro location in the former Blackstone Meatball space at 18101 Chicago Street. That’s just southwest of 180th & West Dodge Road. Both Blackstone Meatball locations closed earlier this fall. Charred Burger + Bar has existing locations in…