50 Best American Restaurants near Oak Park

“We loved our experience and feel like we found our home away from home. Coffee was in cast amounts and fresh for what looked like unlimited refills. The food was delicious and served promptly. The outdoor patio was delightful and full of shade. Very excited for our return!“

“**5 Stars - An Unforgettable Culinary Experience**

From the moment we stepped through the door, the warm welcome set the tone for an extraordinary evening. The attentive service struck the perfect balance—present when needed, yet never intrusive.

The tasting menu was nothing short of exceptional. Each course showcased the chef’s masterful understanding of flavor harmony, presenting unexpected combinations of ingredients. What impressed us most was the restraint and precision—every element served a purpose, creating dishes that were both sophisticated and approachable.

The pacing was flawless. As we savored the final bite of each course, we could hear the gentle sizzle from the kitchen as our next dish began its journey to the table. Every plate arrived at the perfect temperature, seasoned with remarkable finesse. Nothing competed for attention; instead, each flavor complemented the others in beautiful harmony.

Having dined at numerous Michelin-starred establishments, we were genuinely surprised this gem isn’t booked solid every evening. The quality rivals the finest restaurants we’ve experienced, yet maintains an intimate, unpretentious atmosphere that makes the experience feel personal and special.

After reading the glowing reviews that led us here, we arrived with high expectations—and CharcoalNiku exceeded every one of them. This is precisely the kind of restaurant that deserves community support and recognition.

We’ll absolutely return on our next visit to town. CharcoalNiku has earned a permanent place on our must-visit list.“

“Amazing experience!! The VW tour was magnificent, everything was perfect! The wine tastings (2 whites, 1 rosé and 2 reds) were delicious! We even had a very good quality snack with cheese, sausages, chocolate, olive tapenade, crackers and honey! Our guide was just incredible and super friendly (big up to Jonatan)! The experience is really worth the price and I highly recommend it if you are passing through Malibu ✌?☀️“

“Ordering. Breakfast burrito from TCK will ruin your life. You’ll never be able to stop thinking about them. You’ll dream about them. If you get one with a side of green salsa and the spicy aioli, forget it. You’re addicted for life. This place is the best spot in Malibu.“

“Food and service are both top shelf. Ahistorical peppers are a great starter. Branzino was also perfect and was served with delightful complement of sides. Convenient location with plenty of parking. Great for nice, casual dinner or business meal.“

“Amazing food and the service is always 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“This place was really amazing. The weight staff was all great. They helped me out with a small issue. I had with my diabetes by providing me with some orange juice because my blood sugar had gotten low. I truly appreciate him doing that for me. Thank you so much and I will come back again next time I’m in San Diego.“

“I did the takeout but I had to have the Pinot pasta with sausage but the chicken dinner which I wish I could remember the name of that special someone ordered? Was one of the best meals I’ve ever seen in my life and ever eaten… I had to have a bite of hers lol! The penne pasta with sausage was beyond yum!“

“Excellent menu with great food, reasonable prices, wonderful ambiance and a friendly staff What more would you want for date night“

“Such a gem! One of my best savored things I’ve ever enjoyed was the octopus. The service was phenomenal.“

“Good eats and great ice cream“

“Yummy salads and the portion is huge .“

“Great service @ amazing food!“

“I had a wonderful stay at Malibu Beach Inn! The hotel facilities were truly exceptional. The location right on the beach is absolutely stunning, and the views from the rooms are breathtaking. The rooms themselves are elegantly decorated and extremely comfortable, making it a perfect place to relax and unwind. The staff at the hotel were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that every aspect of my stay was enjoyable. One of the highlights of the stay was meeting Realda. She was the most gracious host and her attention to detail was incredible. She kindly upgraded our room as it was my sisters birthday, we had a cake in the room along with a sweet birthday card. She packed up a bag of towels and freshly baked cookies we could enjoy on the beach. She was amazing! Malibu Beach Inn exceeded my expectations in every way, providing a luxurious and unforgettable beachfront experience. I can't wait to return and make more cherished memories at this exceptional hotel.“

“Lazy Dog is one of my top three favorite restaurants. I especially love their fish dishes. The service is excellent, and the staff is friendly. The food is tasty, and the place feels welcoming. I highly recommend Lazy Dog for a great meal and a fun dining experience.“

“This place is beyond any restaurant I have ever been to. The owners are so sweet and genuine about their service, they truly care about the enjoyment of their customers. The food is even better than the service. Fushion Grill has some of the best food I have ever tasted with good, fresh ingredients. You can tell it is made with love and care for the customer. Overall this place is fabulous, I have visited a few times over the years and every time is better than the last.“

“I went with my friend for the first time and had the best first impression by the service, atmosphere, and the delicious food. Our server, Sheira was incredibly kind and helpful deciding which vegetarian meal to choose from for my friend. And my braised short ribs were amazingly yummy. Super recommended!“

“Lemmo's grill is a new find for me. What a great place! We were greeted and seated quickly. The food was fantastic and the service was perfect. Calamari was awesome and the marinara sauce that accompanied it was a wonderfully rich and complex. Ordered steak medium rare.....and it was medium rare. It was seasoned perfectly and delicious. The people may have been the best part. Family owned and operated the owners were present, helpful and extremely nice. if you are looking for a big chains and mediocre service and food. Give this place a shot. You will not be disappointed!“

“I just wanted to thank the owner and staff for your generosity and patience yesterday on your busiest day of the year. On a whim I decided to stop by. My family was super happy when I got home. Our boys decided every Friday will be Valentino's. And I couldn't agree more. Thank you again.“

“Friendly bartenders & awesome food! 🍔“

“Love this place! Excellent food! Great atmosphere! The menu is HUGE! It took me 30 minutes to pick something the first time I went there because there were so many delicious things to choose from. I think the waitress came by like five times. Are you ready yet? Lol 😆 Oh yeah and they have a Huge selection of shakes and malts“

“I come for lunch here often and order catering for work as well. Great food everytime, staff is super nice n welcoming and the food comes out quick even when it's busy! Best sandwich box opens for a quick office lunch meeting this place is our company go to everytime for the variety n quality, great job urbane Cafe“

“This is a California cafeteria style eatery. The food is very good quality, and there's a nice selection though the prices are pretty high. The dining floor is very open with tremendous views of the surrounding area. You obviously have to be a paying visitor to the museum to eat here. Parking is free.“

“Eat inside was pretty good . You bet I’ll be back delicious 🤤“

“Used to Live in Agoura years ago came in, herd so much nice things about this place. WOW it was fabulous!! I wish We had a place like this were I live. The manager was such a nice professional young man. Food was great but mostly impressed with the Manager. Ryan just came up to me and asked if everything was good and if I need anything. Who does that? I have never been to a restaurant where the manager just comes up for no reason. Ill be back.“

“This cute neighborhood restaurant surpassed all expectations! ! The staff were super-friendly and made us feel right at home. The ambience was delightful, the food fabulous- best pizza of my life with an incredibly light, but doughy and crunchy crust ! - and the casual outdoor patio was relaxing and very comfortable. We’ll be back- again and again and again …,“

“Great menu, fantastic service and staff. Tremendous supporters of the Moorpark community! Will definitely be a repeat customer!“

“Quinoa, vegetable dish and the crab cakes.“

“Un lugar muy agradable te atienden súper bien“

“Muy amables y atienden rápido y muy rico la comida“

“Love this place. Highly recommend.“

“Tremendous fun. It isn't Thursday night without a stop here.“

“Located inside of Nordstrom at The Oaks Mall (on the 2nd floor), this restaurant is a nice little hideaway from all typical dining choices available when I work in TO. It's familar, and also nice, but not pretentious. The food and drinks are consistently good and on par with the other locations, and the service is great ( service may be even better than some other locations). Thank you for the pleasant service, wonderful food, and hideaway vibes in TO“

“Korina V. was my server and she was 10/10! She was kind and helpful and overall gave amazing customer service.“

“Great tri tip and baby back ribs nice size side portions great tastsling food all around me highly recommend it“

“Nice and comfortable atmosphere.“

“Great 🇬🇷 food and excellent service!!!“

“The food is always delicious and plentiful. The service is great and friendly. I have been coming here for 5 years and can’t wait to See the changes coming soon!“

“I like the pork ribs and all the fixings Try the potato salad“

“Wonderful! Beautiful setting!Relaxing atmosphere! Great service!“

“All the above! Love the ol Duke's BU!!“

“Fantastic food, Christina and team provide excellent service. Everything is top notch.“

“The food was delicious and the service from Carmen was outstanding. Attentive, caring and gracious. This is a delightful restaurant and their menu has a nice variety of tempting breakfast dishes with unusual touches. But, most important of all, we felt like we were being well taken care of from the efficient and courteous service from Carmen.“

“This place is ten minutes from my house but the Angeleno along us is the one who found it and invited us there! Nice outdoor seating if you don’t want to be indoors; the cute menu includes vegetarian options and nice cocktails (though not poured deep); we lived our options. I got the impossible taco salad (Impossible crumbles replaced regular hamburger taco meat); my son had a Pepperoni flatbread; he pointed out to us that (per the menu)a dollar from every sale of that pizza goes to children’s charities. Gotta like a place that gives back! 💙 The Reuben was phenomenal. The wait staff was pleasant, courteous, and cheerful. We will be back!“

“Always a great experience and I’ve never had a bad meal. Everything I tried has been great, especially the potatoes wedges.“

“Great service, thank you David. Great food, Always delicious!!“

“Visiting from Houston and stopped by for dinner. I ordered the salmon with fingerling potatoes and green beans. OMG! Absolutely delicious and the portion size was impressive. Leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Food was piping hot. 👌Loved our waitress—she was definitely on her A-game. ❤️ Y’all scored a perfect 10. The Cabernet was delish. 🍷I’ll be back again. Thank you. 😘🌸🌿“

“Good food and friendly food service plus relaxing place eating with family… sometimes me and my co worker eat here ( Parker /Meggitt Safety Systems) I’ll invite more of my co workers 😊👍“

“Sadly, I would recommend the Denny’s in Moorpark and NOT the “new one” in Simi Valley. We were SO EXCITED to see that a Denny’s was coming back to Simi Valley - and for the first few months we enjoyed weekly breakfast and dinner once a week. Servers started changing (NOT a good sign) and sometimes it seems like they really didn’t want to be there. And WHAT on earth did they do to the gravy? I use to love a side order or biscuits and gravy - but the last three times it was watery and had absolutely NO flavor. Today we had lunch at the Denny’s in Moorpark and the food was excellent and the servers were attentive, friendly - and ones we have seen working there for years. That has to say something about how management is treating them. The last time we went to dinner at the Simi Valley Dennys - a nice, familiar waitress served us and I told her we had missed seeing her and she said her days were cut to just 2 days a week. She use to work at the Denny’s on Sycamore and also at the Coco’s on Los Angeles Ave. (now closed). We’d sure like to see MORE servers like her at the Simi Denny’s - any restaurant that has such a change over in staff is not a good sign. A happy, well treated server will tend to stay if the Manager is good and cares for their employees. I’ve lived in Simi for almost 50 years and many of my friends who also liked the Denny’s on Sycamore now go to the one in Moorpark instead of the one closer to “home”. That is such a shame. In general, we all like Denny’s menu and affordable prices - but our local Denny’s needs to care more about providing it’s customers with the best food and service possible. Please, Simi Denny’s - hire better staff - including cooks - and treat your staff better so they will want to stay - and will be happy to serve their customers instead of making us feel like our servers would rather be somewhere else.“