In search of a new favorite Italian spot? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Italian restaurants around Omaha, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Ethnic Sandwich Shop

Topping the list is Ethnic Sandwich Shop. Located at 1438 S. 13th St., the Italian spot, which offers sandwiches and fast food, is the highest rated budget-friendly Italian restaurant in Omaha, boasting 4.5 stars out of 43 reviews on Yelp.