50 Best American Restaurants near Lafayette

“Loved my evening here whilst over from England visiting friends . Live music was great!“

“Incredible staff, very dog-friendly, terrific menu! You will be thrilled! Angela“

“Love the 🍱 of course💕always delicious and great service!“

“This is what we had tonight but, they have excellent food and service every time.“

“I just had a fantastic experience at Millie’s. Two of us had a late breakfast. Mexicali scramble and Chilaquiles. Fabulous. Great service. It was slow so we stayed for awhile chatting and got no grief at all from the servers. Really great vibe. Cheerful, patient, and prompt. I will go back soon for sure.“

“Celebrated our tenth wedding anniversary with dinner at The Park. Delicious as always!“

“We had the brunch menu for the first time. We sat outside, it wasn't crowded at all as there was mixed weather, a rain storm approaching. The service was a timely and very attentive. The food, Salmon Hash Brown and Eggs Benedict were served warm and plentiful - a plate full. The excellent ingredient mix combined spicing was perfect, and in the end very delicious. A great way to start the day, so glad we went early and plan to come back again soon. Cheers!“

“Recently enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Postino's The food was wonderful, and the service excellent. It was a perfect al fresco dining experience“

“I thought the food was great. The ingredients were very high quality, and it's not often you can get a high quality fast casual bison burger. Best burger I've had in a while. Portions are a bit small for the price but I'd rather them keep quality high and portions small than the opposite.“

“Always an interesting experience and fun treat. Classic cocktails in a classic atmosphere. Service is on point! Food is innovative yet still comforting and familiar. Never disappointed.“

“Outstanding restaurant, we have dined at Wood Tavern more times than I can recollect . We we rather disappointed recently when we called to make reservations for 4 for lunch on 2/25/2022 and were informed they only take reservations for 5 or more. Is this true ? If so they should so state on their web site.“

“I loved everything about this place. The food was just the right amount and so creative.“

“Great food friendly staffs nice variety menu“

“Went in and got the Italian, bag of chips and a can soda with 10% tip came out to $22.50+-
All out of the soft rolls. Had the Dutch crunch and I asked for it to be toasted which they forgot to do. Bread was cold dense and chewy. The rest was on point. No napkins in the bag though. So excellent drippy sandwich needs napkins. Plus no in place tables to sit at? That's why the less stars. I will try again though but I guess I will be clearer? Give them a try. Also forgot to take a photo but my sandwich tracked with the other photos.“

“Originally, I thought this place was another establishment due to seeing “the melt” on doordash, only to find out it was actually Dennys. I am so glad that wasn’t the case.

I drove by and saw the storefront and had to give it a try. From the moment I walked to the front door, I smelled an awesome aroma. The place was clean, decor was nice and staff were friendly.

The food itself was AWESOME. Generous portions. The burger itself is almost like what you’d see in commercials. The garlic parm fries were super tasty, and not over seasoned. BBQ bacon burger was juicy, and full of flavor. I’ll definitely be coming back. I spent about 30 bucks, but I also got a double instead of a single. To the CEO or Franchisee, awesome job!“

“Some of the best food in the area organically sourced, absolutely amazing chef, and service is friendly and out of this world. The food and drinks are just suburb. Flavors are extremely well balanced and flavors just pop. Each dish, wether the steak which was perfect seasoned and match with the potatoes agraten, the Cesar and salmon salad with its perfect Cesar dressing or the loaded turkey on facasia everything was just perfect! The drinks just out of this world! As always you should taste the flavors of the alcohol and not the alcohol... and the bartender got it perfect and just right!
Definately and is our regular go to diner restaurant!
And if you can stay for the music... always a special treat!“

“Loved my birthday dinner tonight! Portions small for the prices in our opinion. A scallops main dish with 3 scallops is small. Drinks were amazing, decor fabulous and great service. My son had to go eat more food afterwards as he was still hungry. Bigger portions would be good. Loved everything else! Great choices, appetizers, main dishes and creative drinks were delicious. Kind of surprised knowing they knew it was my birthday that they didn't offer me a birthday "something" to make it special. For these prices I would expect something.“

“Mama’s is always fabulous! Great food, great people. What more can you ask for??“

“When we visit NorCal we always make as many stops here as possible. I think we’ve covered a lot of the breakfast/lunch options and we’ve been very pleased. The food is always fresh and tasty but some standouts are any of the omelettes and Benedict dishes. I love their blueberry power scone, but a family favorite is the zucchini bread which personally I find just a bit too sweet. The salads are fresh and filed with a wide variety of veggies. My recent tuna salad was so big that I took half of it home.
The service here is outstanding, all lovely smiles and attentiveness.“

“This is my favorite restaurant in Oakland! The food is amazing and so are the cocktails. The vive is is unreal!!!“

“It was delicious !!! We go there as the place feels like HOME Nice people Highly recommend ❤️“

“Yeah, it’s an awesome little Dinner with the great menu service was great and had some large portions had to take some food to home with me and that’s pretty rare for me I had classic club sandwich. It was very good and my wife had the veggie omelette which she finished in no time so must’ve been very good..“

“We come by almost every Friday and have lunch at Cato's. The staff is extremely friendly and the service is top notch! It's always rejuvenating to be at Cato's and start our weekend with good food, tasty beverages and a few good laughs with the welcoming folks that work and patronize the Ale House.“

“This hidden gem was delightful! Everything was delicious, from the lemon and cucumber flavored spa water to the crème brûlée.“

“Experience exceptional dining at Jack restaurant, where the waitstaff and bartender provide top-notch service with a smile. They take the time to ask about your meal and ensure that every detail meets your satisfaction.“

“Loved our experience but the only negative is it gets loud and I found myself talking loud. Given that the tables are so close to each other, I think everyone talks louder to be heard. Everything else was amazing and I'd still tell everyone to go. :)“

“MAMA & Luis are the BEST One person is a racist“

“what a wonderful place to have breakfast I have not tried their lunch yet but it was so good and the portions are really big I really enjoyed myself with my family.“

“Very good food nice place and relaxing atmosphere 👏❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Excellent food. Made from scratch“

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D.Monaghans On The Hill delivers an exceptional dining experience with hearty, flavorful dishes, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like a true local favorite. Every meal is well-prepared, satisfying, and consistently delicious.
The ambiance is warm, relaxed, and full of character—perfect for a casual night out, meeting friends, or enjoying a comfortable meal in a friendly setting. It has that classic neighborhood charm that keeps guests coming back.
The staff is friendly, attentive, and efficient, ensuring smooth service and a pleasant experience from start to finish. Their hospitality adds to the overall enjoyment of the visit.
If you’re looking for great food, a cozy atmosphere, and reliable service, D.Monaghans On The Hill is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended and well deserving of five stars! 🌟🍽️✨“

“First visit. Everything was delicious. Poutine fries, a side salad, and the Pittsburgh Cheese Steak. Will definitely be back.“

“Friendly, attentive service. Perfect fish and chips, (crunchy batter, soft, moist fish, un-soggy fries), paired great with a double IPA. Cobb salad was loaded, and very fresh. Iron Horse Trail proximity gives biking and walking options, but there's plenty of off-street car parking.“

“Great local eatery with delicious beers and wonderful taps. Joe, the owner, is one of the most sweetest guys you’ll ever meet. Highly recommend!“

“BEST coffee in a week! Thank goodness. Excellent bagel and sandwich. Friendly service at reasonable price.“

“This is hands down coziest breakfast spot I’ve been to in a very long time. The ambience was comforting and warm, the staff were so kind and the food was awesome. Also I have to say the country potatoes were so crispy and delicious, literally the best I’ve had in I don’t know how long.“

“I highly recommend this place!! It's called best burger for a reason the avocado and Swiss burger was the best burger I ever had. The meat was fully cooked it wasn't messy. The employees were very helpful and professional. There is nice seats for groups and it's clean and nice with a TV !“

“Delicious food. Loved the fact the food was done quickly. Loves the outside seating“

“I cannot say enough good things about Lettuce in Walnut Creek. Every single dish we have tried has been absolutely fabulous and I do not use that word lightly. The flavors are fresh and vibrant, the ingredients are clearly high quality, and you can tell the team puts real love into what they do. Whether you are going for one of their signature salads, grain bowls, or something seasonal, it always hits that perfect balance of healthy and satisfying. It is one of the few places where eating clean does not feel like you are sacrificing taste. In fact, it is the opposite. You will leave feeling nourished and spoiled. The vibe is modern and inviting, the service is warm and efficient, and everything is just beautifully presented. It has become a go to spot for our family, especially when we want something fast but genuinely delicious. Highly recommend for anyone in the Walnut Creek area or passing through. Lettuce is doing something special and it shows in every bite.“

“Sooooo, my husband took me to this place because I’ve never been and wanted a really good burger. It had 4.5 rating so I took a chance. I’m glad I did. When we walked in we were greeted warmly. It’s a hole in the wall vibe but very clean. Our chef was Serena, and boy oh boy did she craft us an amazing tasting double cheeseburger. We even asked for a medium cook and she delivered. We also ordered the onion rings, French fries, and a pineapple shake. These are a MUST!

This place is a definite recommended!“

“we love the vibe, service and menu at GLK on Grand and have been going there for years. On our last visit we were surprised by how salty the food was. I think the cooks are overly generous with salt. Both our brussel sprouts and the scallops were really over salted. Next visit we will be sure to order low/no salt, and send back anything that's too salty.“

“Excelente atención como en familia y muy rica la comida 👍“

“Have a good variety to please everyone“

“One of the best restaurants in Elmwood (4/5 green stars) It’s so easy to walk right by Summer Kitchen without even noticing it. It’s a narrow shopfront with just a few tables outside and it’s easy to miss as you ponder ice cream and other offerings from neighbors. Well, take it from me – forget ice cream and get a baked item from Summer Kitchen instead! Or try a pizza, or an egg salad sandwich – possibly the best egg salad sandwich you’ll ever have. But if you are limited for time, try one of the fresh fruit pastries (galette) – they seem expensive at $12 but they are big enough for two and totally worth it! I’m giving Summer Kitchen 4/5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact. The positives are obvious – most of the ingredients are organic and locally sourced. Everything is made from scratch and there is transparent sourcing of the meat and fish (Mary’s free-range chicken, etc.). There are a reasonable amount of vegetarian options and you can definitely find some vegan dishes too (salads, sandwich, pasta). Summer Kitchen could make the biggest environmental impact by scrapping beef from the menu – replacing it with plant-based alternatives, ideally. Beef has a carbon footprint of around 10 times that of chicken and over 100 times that of pea protein, on average. If everyone one the planet ate 1 lb. of beef per week (the US average), total greenhouse gas emissions would increase by one third! I’ll write a post illustrating all of this soon on the Green Stars Project. So I really appreciate that Summer Kitchen makes more effort than the vast majority of restaurants on improving sustainability so that’s my suggestion for the biggest opportunity for improvement – cut the beef.“

“chicken fried steak eggs over easy hash browns and biscuits going to try their omelette next“

“This spot is the most absolute amazing food and drinks and service out there. Every single food item I had has been outstanding!“

“I went to brunch with my girlfriends we had great service wonderful bloody Mary we will go back the food was excellent“

“An array of selections at a very reasonable price and very generous portions. I ordered the Garden Omelet; It was delicious. My daughter ordered the same. However, she chose scrambled eggs. Hashbrown and bread were included. There was also strawberry and grape jam at the table. Coffee was also superb. See photos.“

“Love the live music of the Ripplers And Secret Sauce!“

“Food was excellent, unfortunately the service that are waitress give us was not good at all, she take are order and after that she never went back to check if everything was ok r if we need anything all’s, we wait for are dessert 🍮 like 30 mints until I ask another person for it 🤷‍♀️. But otherwise it was excellent place and good We just had bad luck with the person that was in charge ford are table“