Dinner at The 1020

5013 Underwood Ave

www.1020omaha.com

Thursday night, we decided to try The 1020 Restaurant in the heart of Dundee. We've been meaning to try the 1020 since it opened last year, but still hadn't managed to make it. Taking the place of the beloved Trovato's,  which survived 52 years in Dundee, the 1020 had some pretty big shoes to fill. I have to admit, I while excited to try something new, I was a bit skeptical. Mainly because I have been reading some of it's reviews online, and the general consensus was kind of "eh, not so great". 

When we arrived the place was pretty empty, so we were seated right away. The menu was pretty limited with not a whole lot to choose from, but they did have quite a few specials that were not on the menu. The menu featured a variety of pizzas, some pasta, along with salads and sandwiches, and a few entries. I decided to go with the salmon burger. It was a nice sized salmon patty on a roll with field greens and a caper sauce of some sort (sorry, they don't have an online menu for me to quote). My sandwich was actually really delicious. The sauce was tangy and a perfect compliment to the salmon. It was served with a side of their pasta salad, which was also very flavorful. The below pic is a little dark , but at least you'll get the idea.

Eric had the prime rib sandwich, and I almost wish I would have ordered that (I did get to try a bite). It was hot prime rib on a hoagie bun, served with au jus and a gorgonzola spread that was to die for. It was also served with a side of the pasta salad. I loved the taste of the gorgonzola on that sandwich. Gorgonzola can be such a strong flavor, but it did a great job of complementing the beef rather than over power it. 

Needless to say, we both cleaned our plates and really enjoyed our evening at the 1020. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was attractive,  and the prices were reasonable (most entries about $8-$16). The portions were also reasonably sized, but not the crazy oversized American portions I'm used to. I'm very glad we decided to take a chance on a place that was getting less than rave reviews and form our own opinion. The 1020 left me full, but craving more, so I predict a second visit in our future.