CRISP & GREEN Expands Healthy Dining Options in Omaha

Wellness-focused fast casual brand opens second location in West Omaha following strong local demand.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:25am

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CRISP & GREEN, a fast-casual dining destination known for its chef-crafted healthy menu options, is opening its second Omaha restaurant on April 24. The new West Omaha location builds on the success of the brand's first Omaha restaurant, which opened in 2021 and has established a strong local following. The expansion is part of CRISP & GREEN's strategy to partner with franchise operators who share the brand's passion for elevating healthy living.

Why it matters

CRISP & GREEN's expansion in Omaha reflects the growing consumer demand for convenient, wellness-focused dining options. As the brand continues to scale, its partnership with local franchise operators like Rontu Inc. will be key to making healthy food more accessible across Nebraska.

The details

The new West Omaha CRISP & GREEN location will be operated by Rontu Inc., a franchise partner since 2025. Rontu Inc. currently owns the first Omaha CRISP & GREEN as well as several Jimmy John's locations in the region. The group plans to continue expanding CRISP & GREEN throughout the Omaha metro and into additional Nebraska communities.

  • CRISP & GREEN's first Omaha location opened in 2021.
  • The new West Omaha restaurant will open on April 24, 2026.
  • CRISP & GREEN will host a free grand opening lunch event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 24.

The players

CRISP & GREEN

A fast-casual dining destination known for its chef-crafted healthy menu options including salads, grain bowls, smoothies, and more. Founded in 2016, the brand is dedicated to supporting guests' wellness journeys.

Rontu Inc.

A CRISP & GREEN franchise partner since 2025 that currently owns the first Omaha CRISP & GREEN location as well as several Jimmy John's restaurants in the region.

Steele Smiley

Founder and Executive Chairman of CRISP & GREEN.

Brent Bunz

CRISP & GREEN Omaha Franchisee.

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What they’re saying

“Omaha has proven to be a strong market for our brand, and this second location underscores our confidence in its long-term potential.”

— Steele Smiley, Founder and Executive Chairman of CRISP & GREEN

“The community's response to our first Omaha location has been incredible, and with so many guests asking for a west-side location, expanding was the natural next step.”

— Brent Bunz, CRISP & GREEN Omaha Franchisee

What’s next

CRISP & GREEN will host a free Wellness Series event on April 25, starting at 9 a.m., featuring a 45-minute sculpt class with Omaha-based fitness instructor Ellie Hallett.

The takeaway

CRISP & GREEN's expansion in Omaha demonstrates the growing consumer demand for convenient, wellness-focused dining options. By partnering with local franchise operators, the brand is making healthy food more accessible across Nebraska.