Travelers’ Culinary Adventure: Ole’s Big Game Steakhouse.

Some places are more than just a meal, they’re a slice of the region and the culture itself. The small town of Paxton Nebraska wears it’s heart on it’s sleeve in the shape of Ole’s Big Game Steakhouse. On the travel route lined with corn fields and plenty of cattle that stretches from Omaha to Denver (and back again), this one of a kind road-trip destination is recommended by a local Nebraskan and ever so insightful Mrs. Roldan.

You’ve heard the phrase, “if only the walls could talk”, well the walls in Ole’s do. They speak of the great stories of old friends, adventures, trials, and triumphs. They display proud big game trophies acquired from hunting trips on every continent in the world. The walls are lined with photos annotating tales and memories of expeditions in a time and place guests can only dream of. It is apparent that there is a rich history of boasts and toasts to hunters’ harvests accompanied with heartfelt friends and hearty meals.

A traveler may enter the restaurant fatigued and hungry, however they will leave curious, captivated, and entirely content.

Nothing breaks up a long drive like classic Midwest comfort food with bold, no-nonsense flavor. Steaks are the stars, seasoned and cooked just right. The sides that are Sunday supper staples: Mac & Cheese, crisp salads, baked potatoes, and more. Our meal consisted of creative prime rib tacos, a Reuben sandwich, a side of rich Mac & Cheese, and of course I had to top off this experience with a chocolate chip cookie sundae. Everything about our mid-roadtrip dinner was perfectly executed, and it was truly made special by the staff’s five-star customer service. The Character of Paxton Nebraska was displayed truthfully through our waitress’ pure Midwestern charm: friendly, attentive, and full of joyful conversation.

As part of the ongoing travelers’ culinary adventure, Ole’s stands out not just for what lies on the plate, but what surrounds it: the local lore, Paxton’s character, and a sense of home and history.

When your travel takes you in between Denver and Omaha, do yourself a favor: do not miss Ole’s. It’s the kind of detour that becomes a part of your own story and an integral part of the road trip map.