OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Several restaurant owners across the metro are scrambling after one of their main food suppliers changed course.
Omaha Steaks announced it is shutting down its food service fulfillment operation, leaving dozens of restaurants with little warning.
The family-run company, which has been around since 1917 and is currently led by a fifth-generation Simon family member, is known worldwide for mail order operations. Many restaurants also use Omaha Steaks products for their lunches and dinners.
Restaurant owners caught off guard
Dan Emsick, owner of Patty McGowen’s Pub and Grill at 45th and Center, said his day started normally until he received a call from his brother…