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Bellevue Classics: Stella’s Bar and Grill

Published by jason@omahadail... on Tue, 01/27/2026 - 12:00am

No series on Bellevue, Nebraska’s classic restaurants could be written without including Stella’s Bar and Grill. Seriously, I think its required in the city code or something. Stella’s has been a Bellevue landmark since 1936. It’s a legend for locals and earned both regional and national recognition. But when I stopped in on a cold Friday at lunch, I got a different vantage. When I stepped inside, the place was packed.

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Movie Night: The Housemaid

Published by jason@omahadail... on Thu, 01/22/2026 - 11:32pm

Holy smokes! Where do I start. I guess with a couple disclaimers. If you’re going to go see ‘The Housemaid’ based off my super strong recommendation, be advised that there is ample violence, nudity, and some incredibly stressful situations. Having said that, I went into the theatre fairly confident that I was going to write this review so I was rather ready to be critical – not necessarily negative – just more discerning than I might be otherwise.

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Bellevue Classics: Dairy Twist

Published by jason@omahadail... on Tue, 01/20/2026 - 12:00am

It was a busy but dreary Thursday afternoon – an odd combination. A large squad of tradesmen had just finished replacing most of our windows before the rain set in and we were due to take our oldest to Kung Fu. So, in a fatigued and manic haze of post-mega-purchase-stupor, I thought “Hey, let’s go out to eat!”

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Sabaidee Is A Warm Greeting

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Tue, 10/14/2025 - 12:00am

According to Google, ‘Sabaidee’ is a generic but warm and meaningful Lao greeting. It can mean hello, how are you, and, in some cases, literally translates to “it goes well.” I cannot think of a more fitting name for the wonderfully warm and inviting experience you’ll find at Sabaidee Thai Lao Cuisine in Bellevue. Nestled in the Twin Creek Shopping Center just off 42nd and Highway 370, this cozy eatery inhabits what used to be a Dickey’s Barbeque.