Goose120 — Restaurant in Omaha

I finally had a chance to try Goose120 after hearing rave reviews from friends. If you had ever been to Rivera's in the past at this location, you won't believe your eyes at the change. The space is large, bright and uncluttered. The decor is classy, clean, and modern with beautiful colors on the walls, dark wood accents, warm lighting, and whimsical goose artwork gracing the walls. The atmosphere sets the scene for the beautifully crafted dishes. If you like "pretty" food that tastes divine, come here. You won't be disappointed. I wish I would have taken more pictures. We started with calamari (fresh without any hint of rubbery chew), stuffed mushrooms (so tasty!), and Brussels sprouts (yum!). The smoked creamy tomato soup was "lick the bowl clean" level of delicious. I had the salmon salad which featured perfectly seasoned salmon with a tasty char from the grill nestled in a sea of fresh greens, corn, and other bits with just the right amount of dressing. Others had Flatbread, ribeye, chicken piccatta, spicy sausage Mac and cheese, and everyone was satisfied with their meals. The lemon tart topped off the meal and I swear it's so good I could have eaten a whole plateful. Service was fantastic all around. We had a good sized group of 7 and they had no trouble keeping up with us. I never had a glad of water less than half full before they would top it off. I can't say enough about the servers and service- it was flawless. I'll definitely go back...

My recent visit to Goose 120 with colleagues left me rather disappointed. On the positive side, the ambiance is pleasant, and the party room comfortably accommodates a group of 12. The wait staff deserves commendation for their exceptional service; they were attentive, friendly, and ensured our needs were met.

However, my overall experience was marred by the limitations of their menu. As someone who has dietary restrictions due to allergens, I was disheartened to find that Goose 120 doesn't offer a single dish tailored to such needs. The menu heavily leans on animal products and gluten, which not only limits its inclusivity but also seems somewhat outdated given the increasing demand for diverse and allergen-friendly options.

Furthermore, considering the prices they charge, one would expect a broader range of choices that cater to various dietary preferences and needs. It's disappointing to see a restaurant in this day and age not prioritize inclusivity in their menu planning.

In conclusion, while Goose 120 has its merits in terms of ambiance and service, its lack of menu diversity and consideration for those with dietary restrictions significantly detracted from my dining experience. I genuinely hope they consider revamping their offerings to cater to a broader audience...

2.5 stars.

My wife and I stopped by for our first time today. Initial impressions were good. We ordered two flatbreads, meatball sliders, and a margarita.

The meatball in the sliders were awesome, but the buns were dry and tasted almost stale.

The smoke salmon flatbread was okay, but they didn't add capers, which it needed to counter the richness.

The other flatbread (chicken, bacon avocado) tasted pretty nice. Both flatbreads could have used more aging and/or seasoning on the dough as it was a bit bland.

The least favorite part of the meal was ordering a drink and waiting 22 minutes ro get it. We ordered it with our waters and our server came back after 10 minutes and said she forgot what it was. Then we didn't see her again until we were more than 1/2 done with our meal. When she came at the end, she asked if we wanting anything else. We said, "No," and she disappeared again. We waited for almost another 10 minutes before we asked the host if she could grab our check from the server.

So, mostly good food but room for improvement. The service was pretty bad, though the server was friendly.

Not terrible. Not great. Hence, the rating. I doubt we'll...