Who Makes the Best Chicken Fried Steak in Omaha?

Jan 27, 2020

There’s chicken fried steak and then there’s the best chicken fried steak that has been prepared just right. When you want authentic chicken fried steak that melts in your mouth, plan to dine at one of these area restaurants.

Shirley’s Diner

Family-owned Shirley’s Diner offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of the day by providing a friendly atmosphere and a breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner menu filled with a variety of homemade dishes. One of the entrees is double battered and buttermilk fried chicken fried steak served with mashed potatoes and creamy sausage or beef gravy.

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen offers a diverse menu, which includes chicken, steaks, seafood, and baby back ribs accompanied by made-from-scratch sides. One of the restaurant’s popular entrees is country fried chicken that tantalizes the taste buds. The crispy fried delight is hand-battered and served atop mashed potatoes and topped with gravy. Save room for a slice of Cheddar’s painkiller mini cake made with coconut slathered in rum-butter sauce and topped with fluffy whipped cream.

Gorat’s

Since 1944, Gorat’s has offered the community a choice of flavorful dishes featuring steaks, chops, Italian specialties, seafood, and restaurant specials. One of the specialties that remains a popular choice is the chicken fried steak with country gravy and mashed potatoes. Other items on the menu include filet mignon, prime rib, lamb chops, freshwater catfish, shrimp Alfredo, cheese ravioli, and lamb chops, to name just a few.

For down-home flavor that is sure to please the pickiest diner, explore the many options available at these area restaurants.