Sage Student Bistro

What a wonderful venue, what a wonderful experience! Due to limited scheduling, it can be tough to get a reservation here. Only open for a portion of the school year and then only Monday through Friday for lunch and then again at dinner. Located in building 22, at the Metro Community College North campus, the newer building offers easy access and plenty of parking. The venue is modern yet cozy. We enjoyed a dinner offering a multiple course menu that is renewed every two weeks. The most special part of the menu is that while inspired by renowned chefs, the students themselves contribute to select items. We were pleasantly greeted and seated. There are very limited wine options however for only $10 corkage you can bring your favorites. Limited soft drink menu as well. The menu offered a wide range of selections to include vegan options. We enjoyed a wonderful nettle salad followed by the mushroom dish that was just a fabulous selection of morels and the student menu item of halibut, all were just top-notch. The pastry chef plied us with a nice selection of breads and accompaniments as well as interlude tastes that were magnificent.I cannot say enough about what a nice experience this was and for such reasonable prices. Lunch menu does differ from the expanded dinner selection and offers lower cost point options that includes a variety of salads and sandwiches that are creative. The students clearly work as a team and supported one another with their respective tables.This experience proves that focus and training for a fine cuisine experiences will make for many fine dining experience in the future!

This was my first time trying Sage and I was absolutely blown away by the 9-course meal!! The service was excellent and personable, yet still the stand-offish vibe you would expect at a fine dining establishment. Daniel our server did an excellent job, as did the other staff we interacted with.Each course tasted great, but our tables' favorites were the bread with a green-colored butter spread. scallop, king mushrooms, and lemon truffle desserts. If I came back during this menu I would order more of these a la cart! But if I come another time I will absolutely go for another 9 courses as this was an amazing experience to try so many new and delicious food pairings.I love the fact that your tips go toward the students' dining/learning experiences. Also love that the chefs names are featured in their menu! Such a unique and heart warming dinner. We arrived a little after 7:30 and left just before 10. We weren't waiting very long on any of the food, but a 9-course dinner takes time!100% worth the cost. I will keep this place in mind for any future special occasions!

Been here several times and I've loved all dishes, and without ever hearing these dishes before. Brought relatives for their first time and they were blown away by the experience. Highly recommend.

Never heard of this place? Me neither! But now you have no excuses, I'm telling you now. This is the MCC student culinary program restaurant, and it affords an opportunity to taste top notch dishes affordably.First off, the inside is classy, but not over the top. You can tell you're on a college campus prior to walking in obviously, but the inside feels similar to that of a mid-top level restaurant. Servers are in ties/slacks, white tablecloth, table settings...etc. Most of the patrons were in business casual-type (button up, polo, etc). You have two options here (at least when I visited), they have a static menu that is the same menu for all summer (salmon, steak, etc), but they also had a student designed tasting menu when I visited. This was an entire 5 course tasting menu designed by a student for their final program assignment. I went with the 5 course option (prix fixe).The 5 course option was $40, with wine pairing for $15. Not bad...not bad at all. Mine was cuban themed so it included a starter drink, 2 small courses, a main course, then dessert. There was also bread available at the table with some butters and oils for dipping.Overall, this place is an awesome option to try something new and not break the bank.

Fantastic, Interesting and tasty Food, great Service, absolutely should visit for any occasion or just cause.

I've never been been here before but heard they offered these kinds of meals! The food and service were delicious small bites but I was surprised how filling they were! First time having duck did not disappoint the green mole was absolutely delicious! The taco was my favorite, made with a fresh tortilla! Location is beautiful and i loved that they explained the next meal as they brought it out!

Sage Student Bistro accommodated our large group of 12 with calm and ease! If you have not tried this student bistro on the Metro Community College Fort Omaha Campus, now is the time.Reservations are suggested, although they appear to accommodate dropins if space allows. Lunch and dinner are served but make sure you check the web site, as the open dates and hours follow the campus schedule. The windows and fireplace were welcoming on a cool and sunny fall day. Lunch menu items are broken into "smalls" (appetizers) "bowls" (soups and salads) "plates" (entrees) and "sweets" (desserts). Guests can order individual items or a combination of three--a small, a bowl and a sweet or a small a plate and a sweet, etc. I ordered the frites, pastrami burger and a mouth watering lemon layered delight. Our orders were taken promptly, our food arrived in waves, and our desserts were shared and devoured. The aoli sauce on the pastrami took it up a notch and one of my dining companions said that the frites were the best she has ever had and she is a discriminating diner.The dinner menu is different than lunch and I forgot to ask about the menu--sorry! However, if it is anything like our lunch experience you will not be disappointed. I will be back for dinner and provide an update. This students at the metro culinary program have bright futures and a new fan!

Did you know Metro Community College is ranked one of the best culinary schools in the country? Depending on the list, I've seen it ranked as #7 or #8! I love the concept of student-run fine dining at this restaurant. These students work hard to execute beautiful dishes, and their instructors run some of the nicest restaurants in town and source the best local ingredients. We've always had incredible service here. Some tips:- The best place to park is on the north side of the building where spots are marked with "Sage Student Bistro" signs. - Come for lunch for a casual experience. Come for dinner for a fancier night. - If you are coming for dinner, make reservations! It has been pretty popular since reopening after the pandemic. - Lunch recommendations: the duck fat tots and the bread pudding desserts (flavors are constantly changing).- Dinner recommendations: whatever the prixe fixe is - you can't beat the price of this 6-course meal! - The brewed coffee here is so addictively good and I always end up getting refills.- Their website and Facebook are the best resources for updates on the menu, which semesters they are open, and hours.

Our family loves this place. The menu changes often so I can't really recommend a certain dish. I will say they're accommodating to kids even though it's a great date night place. They also accommodate allergies. One time we went, though, we asked for sourdough bread 2x and each time they brought out gluten-free bread. I explained we weren't gluten-free just low-gluten/try to avoid and that sourdough fits our qualifications. The chef told our waiter he wouldn't give us that, though. It was very odd. I did speak to them and told them I was disappointed. The server understood and made note. He was one of the best servers and I know he will do great things in life. Some of the other servers in other visits weren't as friendly but I appreciate not everyone who serves WANTS to do that position and the students all must take turns at each role in the restaurant so that is to be expected. I think it's a steal of a deal although I recommend tipping more than the typical 20-25% so your cost could be closer to a nice restaurant in town but still cheaper than if you went to a place serving such delicacies.They also have a great beer and wine list for dinner-time.This is a must try place for a date-night, small group gathering, business lunch or dinner, or a day date with the family! (Again re kids, their kids menu is $5. $5!)

Went for a special dinner food and different pairings of beer and various types of food. It was an amazing experience and would recommend for you to try it! We did with family and it made it special!