![]() From the way it was prepared it was tender, juicy and the mushrooms with the au jus just made it a real treat. From previous posts - you will know I like mine medium. Three of us ordered the special, once we figured out whose was whose one was well, one was medium and one was basically raw (I mean rare). The night we dined the daily special was a rib-eye steak with five types of mushroom accompanied by mashed potatoes with an au jus sauce. When dining here, reservations are strongly encouraged since it such a small, popular place.įinicky Frank’s has daily specials, crafted beers, wine and outdoors seating. As you keep looking about the room, you see some fun paintings that give it that relaxing atmosphere. When we walked in, the first thing that caught my eye was a big, beautiful dark stained bar. It is a small restaurant but cozy with a friendly décor, from my understanding it was recently renovated from a drab shell of a place to what it is today. In keeping with the legend Finicky Frank’s uses the freshest ingredients whenever possible.įinicky Frank’s was established in 2007 at the end of a very small strip mall. Based on a Ponca legend about a man who grew up in a nearby cabin, having picky eating habits and throwing large parties for neighbors and friends. Located at 9520 Calhoun Road, which is by the Ponca Hills area population-we™ (pop-we) foodie Michelle found this little gem. Get the latest news and weather delivered straight to your inbox.Just north of Omaha, NE., on the other side of I-680 next to a carwash there is a little place called Finicky Frank's Cafe. To see the full menu, go to .ĭownload our apps today for all of our latest coverage. Finicky Frank's is at 9520 Calhoun Road just north of Florence. Kesa suggests making a reservation at (402) 451-5555. The fried chicken is served with mashed potatoes and gravy, cream corn, warm dinner rolls and French vanilla ice cream for dessert. Kesa and Brian say he still picks on them to this day.įinicky Frank's is open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. "It's the smells, it's the senses," she said.įinicky Franks is creative, charming and delicious.īecause the owners know there's nothing finicky about good food.īy the way, their neighbor Frank is still around. "You can't go wrong with a few simple ingredients and fresh," she shared. People love the potatoes," she added.Ī side of freshly made coleslaw makes it complete. We like them nice and crispy with caramelized onions. "And with that, we serve really nice baby red tomatoes. "If you don't have a Thursday reservation, you might not get walleye. It's served with cheesy au gratin potatoes and fresh broccoli. You can get a slice of her mouthwatering meatloaf every Wednesday. ![]() They're seasoned, deep-fried, and served with their famous frank sauce. Kesa takes pride in making everything from scratch, like her truffle fries and onion rings. ![]() The rice is topped with salmon then a poached egg. "It's got chilies and ginger and garlic and shallots and a little bit of sesame seed it in," she explained. It's packed with veggies and flavor from her chili crunch oil. People call, 'what's the soup tonight?'" her husband and co-owner Brian shared.Īll year long, Kesa comes up with new creations. ![]() She's always creating soup and it's always fantastic. I love to see people happy, hearing everybody just 'mmm' and the plates going cling clink is the most rewarding job," she said with a smile.ĭuring the winter, her soups are popular. When we first got ready to open, he was persistent in asking what are you going to cook and I'd say something and he'd say, 'Oh God, don't make that,' and finally he said, 'What are you going to name the place?' and I looked at him and I said, 'Finicky Franks' and it just stuck, and we still refer to our neighbor as Finicky Frank," Kesa laughed.įifteen years later, Kesa Kenny is still whipping up plates of happiness. ![]() If you haven't been there, 3 News Now Anchor Serese Cole tell us it's worth the trip.įinicky Frank's was named after owners Brian and Kesa Kenny's neighbor. But those who live in Ponca Hills know all about Finicky Frank's and the woman behind the restaurant's delightful dinners. ![]()
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