Tupelo Honey (830 Harney St)

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Tupelo Honey (830 Harney St)

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Tupelo Honey, a southern themed scratch chain is coming to Omaha in 2023

Tupelo Honey Locations (Coming Soon)

City records show they already applied for a liquor license at 830 Harney St. I'm guessing this is to be part of the ground retail at The Brickline.
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We’ll, at least Van Morrison will have a place to hang out when he’s in town.
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This a great score. Went to one in Ashville NC and it was stellar.
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This restaurant has a very active social media presence, including for their upcoming Omaha location, which opens by October 21. They are already taking reservations.
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Restaurant Hoppen
Southern Comfort on the Move:
Tupelo Honey's Eric Gabrynowicz



Join us on this mouthwatering episode of Restaurant Hoppen as we dive deep into the heart and soul of Tupelo Honey, a cherished culinary gem that has been delighting taste buds in Asheville, NC, since 2000. Our guest of honor is none other than Eric Gabrynowicz, the visionary owner and a 4-time James Beard Award Semifinalist.

In this episode, Eric shares the secrets behind translating the warmth of Southern hospitality into the very fabric of Tupelo Honey, as it expands its reach from Asheville to Omaha and beyond. Get ready for an insider's look at the meticulous crafting of a fried chicken recipe that took a whopping 1.5 years to perfect, ensuring every crispy bite is a taste of Southern perfection.

But that's not all – Eric opens up about the invaluable lessons he learned from legendary restaurateur Danny Meyer, offering a glimpse into the wisdom that has shaped Tupelo Honey into the culinary powerhouse it is today. Whether you're a food enthusiast or a budding restaurateur, this episode is a feast for the senses, filled with inspiration, passion, and the irresistible flavors of Tupelo Honey. Tune in and join us on this delectable journey across the country and through the heart of Southern cuisine!
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Review: At Tupelo Honey, some of the southern classics hit the spot while others could use a bit more soul

https://growomaha.com/weekly-market-rep ... y-11-2024/
Sarah Baker Hansen/Grow Omaha wrote:Omaha’s lineup of restaurants serving solid Southern cuisine is still fairly short. A trio comes to mind: Herbe Sainte, Mouth of the South, Acadian Grille.

Now there’s a new contender: Tupelo Honey, the first restaurant to open east of 10th street in downtown Omaha’s new Mercantile development.

After two visits, I found some dishes to like and a surprisingly good spirit-free cocktail — but the dishes I enjoyed most were not the ones I expected.

Before we get into the nitty gritty: It is pretty cool to dine on 8th and Harney Street for the first time ever as a downtown Omaha resident. Situated just east of the Old Market on newly constructed roads that were once part of the ConAgra campus, I’m guessing that the giant patio outside Tupelo Honey will be mighty popular once spring rolls around.
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Tupelo Honey has closed temporarily
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kb97 wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2026 8:40 am Tupelo Honey has closed temporarily
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So, they’re closed for the next 2 years? Is that how everyone else interprets this?
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Jins123 wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2026 2:58 pm
kb97 wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2026 8:40 am Tupelo Honey has closed temporarily
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So, they’re closed for the next 2 years? Is that how everyone else interprets this?
Per the last construction impact webinar, construction is currently slated to wrap up in this area in June 2027.
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Feels like an excuse to close. ‘Newest design standards’? Its like only a few years old…
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Louie wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2026 5:04 pm Feels like an excuse to close. ‘Newest design standards’? Its like only a few years old…
It 100% is gone; it was never that busy or good.
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Louie wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2026 5:04 pm Feels like an excuse to close. ‘Newest design standards’? Its like only a few years old…
And in a brand new building to boot.

Based on a cursory google search, it looks like a lot of their locations across the country have been closing
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Garrett wrote: Mon Aug 10, 2026 2:12 pm
Louie wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2026 5:04 pm Feels like an excuse to close. ‘Newest design standards’? Its like only a few years old…
And in a brand new building to boot.

Based on a cursory google search, it looks like a lot of their locations across the country have been closing
Completely anecdotal but for every time I heard someone talk about Tupelo Honey, I heard 10 people talk about their neighbors at Memoir or Ghost Donkey. I think they were just the boring storefront next to two great spots.
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The way the sign reads I would think reopening next year, but...not reopening wouldn't surprise me either. I don't know what's up with Tupelo but I get the feeling they aren't well managed across the franchise. I seem to recall the Denver location being closed for a bit too.
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i didn't know they were national. I saw there was one in Pittsburgh
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My parents live in the building, so I went there more than I'd otherwise choose. I had really good food maybe twice, and it was pretty mediocre the rest of the time. How they managed to screw up fried chicken so badly I'll never know. I just hope they fill the space in the building quickly.

Also, when they said "streetcar construction", do they really mean building the hotel just south of there? I'd imagine it would be a lot more disruptive than the streetcar.
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nebport5 wrote: Mon Aug 10, 2026 7:09 pm The way the sign reads I would think reopening next year, but...not reopening wouldn't surprise me either. I don't know what's up with Tupelo but I get the feeling they aren't well managed across the franchise. I seem to recall the Denver location being closed for a bit too.
Looks like the Denver one is still open or open again, but they did permanently close the Franklin, TN and Chattanooga, TN locations this year.
halgy wrote: Tue Aug 11, 2026 8:01 am Also, when they said "streetcar construction", do they really mean building the hotel just south of there? I'd imagine it would be a lot more disruptive than the streetcar.
I agree. There is no streetcar construction in front of their building and the 10th and Harney Intersection has been open all summer. Its really an easy place to get to. North on 10th, East on Harney, North on 8th, and turn left in to the parking garage. The streetcar was just an easy excuse.