There are surprises hiding all over Nebraska, and this Omaha establishment may be one of the most remarkable places you can visit. It's a restaurant, a nightclub, a supper club, a sports bar, an event venue, and a rooftop pool and bar all in one. The year-round venue defies classification and promises a great time, no matter which of its features you're looking forward to.

Here in Nebraska, where it often snows in May and where "shorts weather" sometimes extends well into winter, it seems a bit risky to make a year-round outdoor anything.

But the folks behind Barrel & Vine, which opened in West Omaha in 2021, are taking that risk - and it seems like it's paying off.

Barrel and Vine is an upscale establishment where you can enjoy a meal of elevated comfort food, watch a live show, have a few drinks, dance the night away, and even dip your toes in a rooftop pool.

The first level is all about the dining and the main stage. See national touring music acts or catch a Huskers game on the absolutely gigantic LED screen.

When you're ready for a livelier time, head up to the rooftop bar. There's an enclosed bar area as well as poolside cabanas and lounge chairs where you can relax and let your troubles just float away.

The poolside area is a fun, inviting place to spend an evening.

Whether you want to get in and splash around or simply enjoy the sun or the warm summer evening, you can do it while sipping a handcrafted cocktail. That sounds like the ultimate summer indulgence, doesn't it?

We wouldn't blame you if you want to skip the pool and just order food in the dining room - this menu is absolutely stuffed with tantalizing dishes.

Come in for dinner and treat your tastebuds to a wide variety of options, including Tuscan veggie ravioli, a variety of melt-in-your-mouth steaks, a mac & cheeseburger, and a tater tot poutine pizza. Appetizers and desserts will round out your meal and leave you with a happy belly and a smile on your face.

The lunch menu is an abbreviated version of the dinner selections, focusing on salads, sandwiches, and pizzas.

You can't go wrong with any of the choices, but you'll definitely want to sink your teeth into the Captain Crunch chicken tenders. They're technically an appetizer, but you could make a meal of them!

Brunch features delightful dishes like poutine biscuits and gravy, a Monte Cristo sandwich, and strawberry stuffed French toast.

Barrel and Vine also features an extensive drink selection, from beer to cocktails to by-the-glass wine. Day drinking is totally fine when it's brunch, right?

The rooftop bar features a DJ on the weekends, and bottle service is available if you want to feel like a true VIP.

If you'd like to bring a group of friends to enjoy the remarkable atmosphere, be sure to plan ahead - reservations are required for poolside cabanas on the weekends and are first-come, first-served the rest of the week. You can enjoy lunch, dinner, and drinks from the pool deck menu. It sounds to us like the best possible way to spend an evening.

This has got to be one of Nebraska's most memorable dining and entertainment experiences. It doesn't cater to any one particular demographic; all are welcome to enjoy this memorable experience. Find out more about Barrel and Vine on its website, and keep up with events and other news on Barrel and Vine's Facebook page.