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Oasis Falafel

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  • 4.9 ( 50 reviews)
  • 5-20, $$, $$$

Downtown Omaha is home to the second location of Iowa City's favorite Mediterranean restaurant! Well known for their hummus and falafel, Oasis Omaha also offers kebabs and a large variety of sides. The food is fresh and authentic for omnivores and vegans alike. Counter service for dine in or carryout plus pre-packaged items available, too. There's something for everyone!

Cuisines

  • 🍅 Mediterranean
  • 🥗 Healthy
  • 🥙 Middle Eastern

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50 reviews
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Steve Baker
2018-11-25 on google

Great food! Fast service! Plates are large though. Would come more often if there was 1/2 kebab plate option, one gyro and one side with pita would be perfect

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Chrystal Palmer
2018-09-13 on google

I just love this place! Always such a great experience, delicious food and lovely staff! And I always have leftovers!

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Brett Kruse
2018-07-14 on google

I thought I had had Falafel before... but after Oasis, realized everywhere else I’ve had it in Omaha does not come close to how good it is here. We originally went for my gluten allergy wife as I am a meat eater but ... I can get behind this falafel for sure. I just said Falafel more times in this post than I think I have in my life.

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Appy
2018-06-26 on google

The food is really good and they have a nice service. Lots of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available

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Laura Heilman
2018-05-25 on google

Food is always amazing and the owners couldn't be nicer. Support this great local business by visiting the restaurant or purchasing their hummus in grocery stores!

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Sofia Peralta-Amador
2018-03-17 on google

Amazing!! Legit enough said. Service is always great and owners are very nice. If you are looking for a good cheap eat this is your place!

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Aaron Burgess
2018-02-05 on google

I try to avoid superlatives, but for this place I'll make an exception. Hands down the best falafel I have ever eaten. Two bites into my pita it became immediately apparent why every seat in the restaurant was occupied. Great food, exceptional staff, and excellent value.

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Derek Morris
2018-01-24 on google

This was a great find on our weekend trip to Omaha. It was a short walk from our hotel, and the food was amazing. I had the chicken shawarma and it was amazing

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Jonathan Michela
2018-01-08 on google

Best gyro I have had in Omaha. Service time from order entered in system to food in hand and out the door 3 minutes. I even got samples. Staff is super friendly. Thought the baklava was overpriced but not sold elsewhere so what to do? Good eats.

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Nikki Golden
2018-01-06 on google

Delicious food and great service, even though it was a busy lunch rush. The restaurant is a great space and there was plenty of room to accommodate a stroller. Will definitely be eating here again!

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Shawn McGrath
2017-11-23 on google

Very good Greek food, the bobaganoosh Is a must also the chicken Kafka is also really great, will go again!

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Marni Heydt
2017-11-11 on google

Consistently fabulous restaurant with great people and workers. The restaurant is open and inviting, the food is tasty and they are able and willing to accommodate for vegans and gluten free needs. I love this place!

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Justin Brown
2017-10-22 on google

The falafel has a very crispy outside and soft inside. Perfection! Different kinds of fries too. The flavor experience was magical 👍🏻👍🏻

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Matt David
2017-10-22 on google

Excellent food across the board. Wonderful selections of colourful, flavorful, ethnic dishes that compliment each other. Had a lovely conversation with Michael the owner and I will definitely be there frequently.

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Peter Sabadosa
2017-10-09 on google

Great selection. Fair prices. Veggies were fresh. Gyro meat is pre-sliced. Very green and eco-friendly. Knowledgeable, Friendly and helpful staff.

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Matthew Wettengel
2017-09-20 on google

Love Oasis and their delicious menu! Everything is made fresh and is so so tasty, their staff is extremely friendly and they’re a very welcome addition to downtown Omaha’s restaurant scene.

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Jaison Samuel
2017-09-16 on google

Amazing food and hospitality. Mike, the owner went out of his way to feel us welcomed.

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Troy Vogel
2017-08-25 on google

This is an outstanding restaurant. The falafel is so delicious; fried fresh and served hot and crispy. The hummus is the best I've ever had, the fried pitas are amazing and the service is personal and friendly. So many options to choose from (and they'll help you decide if you aren't quite sure what to get). There is an obvious commitment to quality at Oasis!

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belinda black
2017-08-24 on google

So good! I’ve heard great things about this place, and I got to finally try it. I wanted to try a little bit of everything, so I got Genie’s Plate, which is 3 sides, plus some pita bread. Everything I had was fresh and delicious. The pita was so soft and paired perfectly with the hummus that they provided. For dessert I got the baklava, which also was yummy. Highly recommend!

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Scott Ryan Corey
2017-08-24 on google

I agree that having a 1/2 kebab plate as an option would be great!

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Joel Uhlmeyer
2017-08-08 on google

So awesome to eat one of my Iowa City favorites in Omaha!!!! Food is exactly like it is at the flagship. Now have my place to stock up on hummus.

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srikanth madala
2017-08-06 on google

Very good spicy falafel pita! They have wheat or white options on pita too.

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ryan stutzman
2017-06-25 on google

By far the BEST place in Omaha for falafel, hummus, babaganosh, baklava, and pitas! Great prices and super friendly staff! They have an amazing selection of vegan items as well!!!

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Evan Widhalm
2017-06-22 on google

delicious food and awesome staff. great place for vegans to eat

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Steve Pattrin
2017-05-17 on google

Food is great and the crew are friendly. They alwats make you feel like family.

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sutej indap
2017-05-08 on google

Nice food and options... Generous and quick service. I liked the mango sauce

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Addison Parker
2017-04-18 on google

I've been to Oasis twice now and I must say, they have some of the best hummus I've ever had! I think their food tastes really fresh and I'll definitely be adding them to my lunch rotation.

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Mike Brandon
2017-03-04 on google

Amazing food, great people. Don’t forget to take home a hummus or two, it’s the some of the best you’ll ever taste.

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Ronnie Allen
2017-02-02 on google

I can not rave enough about this place. I make it a point to eat here once a month, if not more. The food is delicious and the staff is awesome. Two of the nicest people you'll EVER meet. If you're downtown, try it. You won't be disappointed !!!

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Greg Andersen
2016-11-01 on google

Food is always amazingly fresh.

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FangerZero
2016-10-10 on google

Food was pretty good, however considering we live in America and when someone says sauce we mean something that can fill any kind and of space. I asked for the sauce of my gyro to not be there and I find that this sauce was at the bottom of the pita pocket. If it wasn't for that I'd have given this 4 stars. As for why not 5, I found the service lacking in character. I know food jobs suck, but at least pretend you like it. It was a little pricey too, but when in a city it's going to be pricey.

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Timothy Morrissey
2016-10-01 on google

Good food. Friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.

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Ella Rohr
2016-09-27 on google

Amazing! Everything tasted tangy and fresh. I felt like I wanted to try one of everything on the menu. Here's the rundown of what I did try:Falafel: crispy on the outside, perfect on the inside. Definitely leaves Amsterdam in the dust. Hummus: a tiiiiiiiiny bit spicy. Not an issue for anyone with a normal palate, but a heads up if you're sensitive to that because I would not expect it in hummus. Babaghanoush: amazing. Smooth and less eggplanty than most I have had. Tzatziki: chunky, more of the consistency of spinach artichoke dip than the usual yogurty dip. Labneh: so good. Thick and tangy and yumZaatar fries: tastes exactly as you'd expect. Doesn't have the weird dryness of Amsterdam curry fries, but also not as crispy. Pita: super soft and fluffyNote that the dining room isn't anything special and you order at the counter.

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Shawn Cavanaugh
2016-09-13 on google

Fresh, flavorful food. Everyone was super friendly too. I want to eat everything on the menu. Za'atar fries were especially good. We have a punch card now so definitely going back.

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Mo Khaleel
2016-08-12 on google

The food was amazingly good, each plate had its own unique taste. I love the place and the staff was very friendly. Highly recommend it

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Joseph Barker
2016-07-16 on google

Just placed an order for pick-up last night. Everyone was thoroughly impressed. Very high quality food, especially considering the reasonble prices. Always appreciate restaurants that provide real vegan options (and not just one or two). Can't wait to order again and try more stuff!

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John Potter
2016-06-23 on google

Fabulous experience going here. The food was wonderful and the employees were fantastic. Really helpful and willing to go any extra mile to make sure you meal is wonderful, you could even sample some items to make sure it’s right for you. Hummus was the best I’ve ever had, and a lovely falafel. Will certainly be back for more

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Patrick Chittick
2016-06-12 on google

Wow, amazing food. The tzatziki is by far the best I have found. Was slightly disappointed in the gyro meat, didn't seem to be on par with the rest of the items.

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Molly Smith
2016-06-11 on google

Lots of options for making your own plate, or get one of their meals! Delicious food and even better service, the most friendly staff!

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Rod Cameron
2016-05-15 on google

Food well prepared and tasty. Clean and pleasant environment. Excellent friendly service. Great experience all around.

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Kriti Anand
2016-03-27 on google

Finally! Comfort food through and through. I have been in love with Oasis in Iowa City. And seeing them in Omaha today- I couldn’t stop to taste that amazing falafel sandwich again. Believe me- You will not regret it!!!

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Ryan de la Garza
2016-03-24 on google

Excellent lunch spot, great falafel, and the best hummus in Omaha. I recommend the babaganoush as well, very tasty.

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Tony Jaffe
2016-03-21 on google

Oasis is always on the hit. Chef Mike is the real deal!! Best falafel in town IMHO. Just had the Tunisian Meatball Pita and couldn’t stop eating it. Great food, great service every time.

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Chase Nuzum
2016-03-08 on google

Hummus is made here locally and is delicious. Bring some home.

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Arthur Smith
2016-02-13 on google

We’re so glad we found this place! Great extensive menu that allows you to personalize plates to your taste. Quality food, friendly service and attention from owner operators. We loved it and see why it has such good reviews. Try it!

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Dirk Zwart
2016-02-01 on google

Would not have found this place except for Find Me Gluten Free. Great food and knowledge staff. Tried many things and it was all very good!

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Lisa Tebben
2016-01-09 on google

GF items clearly marked, knowledgeable staff.

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Jared Anderson
2016-01-07 on google

Everything was really tasty. The za'atar fries were a nice spin on the the traditional. A little on the pricier side, but portions were good. I'll be back for sure!

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Abby Heithoff
2016-01-07 on google

The hummus and pita are both homemade and ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ the falafel are amazing

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Jeff Keltz
2016-01-01 on google

Holy Falafel Batman! This is some SERIOUSLY good Mediterranean eats. I'm not particularly "into" falafel, but I am into good food, and thus spot ticks that box. I got the lamb pita special, and it truly blew me away. The goat cheese brought a nice creamyness to the pita, and the falafel itself was very flavorful. The mango sauce they have ...oh my wordddd it's to die for. Drizzle it on everything to take it up 3 notches. At the time that I went, this place had about 50 5-star ratings. Not a single 4 star rating, and I could see why. The staff was super friendly and incredibly helpful, valuable help as well! Not just lame recommendations that don't give you much info. The inside of the place is a little funky looking, but don't let that deter you from getting some really amazing food. Stuff my life into that pita /10

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