13 Best American Restaurants in National City

“great staff. great food. so far I've had a few of their different plates, and all have been good“

“Good job n thank you so much“

“My family and I had a wonderful experience. The food, drinks, atmosphere, staff and price were on point. We definitely will be back to this restaurant.“

“Erick thank you nice service“

“Great service with Jeannie“

“Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews is the kind of place you hit when you’re craving a stacked burger and bottomless fries without overthinking it. The menu is big, almost overwhelming, but the burgers are consistently satisfying. Service leans friendly and upbeat, though it can slow down when it’s busy. It’s loud, casual, and perfect for groups—not exactly refined, but reliably fun and filling.“

“Pickup was ready in less than 10 minutes. Everything was delicious! That mango sauce is my favorite and the boneless wings were big“

“Great food and service. We didn’t have to wait. We were seated right away and I food came out quickly.“

“Great place to jazz jam on Thursday nights“

“Applebee’s Grill + Bar in San Diego feels like a dependable, no-frills spot when you just want something easy. The vibe is casual, maybe a bit dated, but comfortable. Food is hit-or-miss—some dishes land, others feel reheated. Service is usually friendly, though not always attentive during busy hours. It’s not memorable, but it gets the job done when you’re craving familiar, affordable comfort food.“

“Had a great experience at IHOP!! The food came out so amazing and the service was top notch too. The staff her name is Angie was so amazing she was so friendly, attentive, and made sure we got everything that we needed! Need more staff like her!💕💕💕💕💕“