35 Best American Restaurants near Poway

“Amazing spot I can’t remember the last time that I was at Adi. They had such a willingness for the customer besides with on the board they said it will make you whatever you want however, you want it the price was incredible for the size of the sandwich the taste I mean it’s five star all the way across, the server, the one working the register and he even gave me free set of cookies definitely will come back to visit the swat again. Highly recommend Able.“

“Had a great time. Food was amazing and our server Casey was even better. My wife and I will definitely be coming back to sit in her area. Mozzarella sticks were amazing So is there chicken piccata. Looking forward to trying more on the menu“

“The Not-so-Tots are great. Order them with no liquid cheese, only shredded cheese (unless you like liquid imitation cheese). The chili cheese dogs are pretty good too. The hamburgers, are pretty awful. Every time I have ordered one, the meat has been stale. That kind of almost rancid fat taste. I gave it 4 stars overall, because tater tot nachos? Doesn't get much better than that. Atmosphere is lacking, the tables are crowded together, and they're always busy, so service is so-so.“

“Great sandwiches, you can choose your toppings! family owned, clean and convenient love this place 👍“

“My fav burger. Always hot and fresh. Good people with friendly faces.“

“Great food, fantastic beer selection, phenomenal staff all wrapped up in a very cool space!“

“Fantastic food and ambiance. Very friendly and courteous staff! Kudos! Well done!“

“RIBS!!!!! Ribs!!! Ribs!!! Scenic view on my plate!“

“Ava our server was just so amazing! Such a great attitude and got our food/ beverages out in a timely manner. Definitely would give that girl a raise!“

“My 1st time here mid May 2024.Super sweet and fast service, fun old fashion atmosphere and cool old time decor. Great local place. Large portions, quality food. Clean restaurant and restrooms. This was my 1st visit however, they have been here a long while and pushed hard to stay open during Covid-19. Parking lot is small, however we had no issue.“

“Great place! Excellent service! Delicious food!“

“Lovely local brunch spot with a fresh breakfast menu. Nothing felt greasy and portions are more than fair for the price. The staff is also very sweet.
My recent addiction is their Ube Latte - sub with coconut milk. Perfect for someone who wants a cozy drink but isn't a coffee lover.“

“amazing food 4 many decades in a family owned,family friendly atmosphere. a true east county gem“

“Awesome drinks ,food-and fantastic service“

“Duffs is a great go to place for great quality hot dogs and more. smiling, friendly people work there.“

“I just had a tuna melt panini. it was delicious and dipping sauce on side was amazing!! it’s super clean. I haven’t seen a restaurant this clean in a while. I ordered a latte half decaf. which people do not like to do. it was excellent. The froth was perfect. FYI, it’s Kaiser Garfield Medical Center. and it has parking for customers.“

“the Hawaiian with crispy chicken. omg I miss that.“

“I absolutely love this place. I have been going here since I was a teenager and now love coming with my two little boys (my dates). We sit outside and watch the cool surf videos on TV and enjoy the laid back atmosphere and incredible food. This has truly become our go to when we want to get out of the house and enjoy a great meal, some fresh air, and lovely staff.
I stopped in after work recently with about 30 minutes to spear before I had to be somewhere. I mentioned this to Jason who greeted me when I arrived, and we quickly started chatting about our children and other related things. He knew I was in a hurry and immediately took my order when I was pretty sure he was a Manager and doing this just to be accommodating. My meal and drink arrived almost immediately and I was approached several times by him and the waitress after that to check on me and see if I needed anything else. I was out of there with time to spare and so grateful for the kindness I encountered there, especially after the week I'd had. I am grateful for this little spot so close to home and appreciate every aspect of Islands from the food, the staff, the ambiance, and the yummy drinks. Thank you Islands for doing what you do so well and caring about your customers, and thank you Jason for being such a bright light in a dim week. Your kindness and willingness to go above and beyond to make my visit so pleasant was appreciated more than you know!“

“Muy rápida la atención y muy buena atención“

“I cannot remember his name, but the bar tender was our server and he was amazing. Some of the best costumer service I have had in a long time. He did everything right, no complaints.

I got the burger and it was great. I also got a strawberry lime Daquiri, I believe is what it was, and it was amazing.

We came in for happy hour so got a good deal on drinks and also took advantage of the two meal with appetizer special“

“The fish special tonight was great! Thank you“

“Food is Delicious... 🥰“

“Fabulous as always 😀 thank you“

“I stopped after the Rodeo and I'm so glad I did! Great horseshoe bar with various tvs showing sports and I couldn't help but sing to their awesome play list. The bartenders were very friendly. Food and drinks were yummy. Then to top it off the locals were super nice and informed me about trivia. We formed a team and luckily had a college "kid" on our team 😅 who also works there. There is a great outdoor space for the whole family, kid friendly with an arcade. An amazing evening. I will definitely be back 😋😍“

“don't miss the May Ride Road Glide burger before the month is over! a portion of the proceeds from this burger goes to the Armed Forces YMCA.“

“it's always a great place to eat. It hits the spot everytime. Dawson was so kind taking the order. I appreciate great Customer Service !“

“A must if you go to the San Diego Zoo!! Try it.
Because it was a weekday, it was possible without a reservation.
You can also sit outside if you tell the staff.
But if all reservations are full...
A space where you can have a meal in a cozy atmosphere while watching the animals you saw while riding the Africa Tram🤩
The sourdough toast with mushrooms and spinach was delicious!! lol
There was a lot of food and the price wasn't too expensive even though it was a zoo.
This restaurant had friendly servers and a nice atmosphere!“

“our server Annie was so nice and the ranch is homemade and delicious. I got my free birthday burger one of the finest burgers on the menu. and I highly recommended the Rancho parkway Red Robin. food was delicious everything was good temperature freshly served quick and made to order delicious. 😊“

“A grill come small convenience store all rolled into one. Went there for some odd groceries and found that the grill was pretty good as well. There was nothing bad their. Again nothing fancy but certainly good value for money and could not complain about any of the dishes I ordered. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.“

“Shaun stands out as the most extraordinary restaurant manager I've ever had the pleasure of encountering. His service wasn't just outstanding—it was genuinely awe-inspiring. As a solo diner, Shaun made an extra effort to ensure I felt incredibly welcomed. His dedication to going above and beyond was evident in his eagerness to share fascinating insights about the kitchen, catering perfectly to my enthusiasm as a food aficionado. While the cuisine at Addison was nothing short of superb, it was Shaun's unparalleled service that elevated the entire experience to divine heights. His warm, understanding, and inviting personality made every interaction memorable. The thoughtful gesture of a sweet little treat upon departure was the cherry on top of a flawlessly coordinated dining experience. Having visited other Michelin-starred establishments, I can confidently place Addison in my top three worldwide dining experiences, largely thanks to Shaun's exceptional touch. Truly, a delightful experience in every sense.“

“Carvers Rancho Bernardo is about old values and quality! We, Realtors, give a very high rating, all around, especially to the friendly and professional Staff. Unfortunately, We can not say the same for Manager. It’s obvious, he needs to learn some culture and manners from the Staff Members. We just recently heard, he verbally hurt a number of loyal Carvers’ customers, including few of us, with his dishonest and rude behavior…for no reasons, at all. To make it worse: He walks away, and does not allow the smallest comment. Mr. Manager, while you were in the first grade, we, the old Patrons created the “Desired Image” of Carvers, by our frequent attendance and positive word of mouth among Newcomers!“

“The food was good and the service was to. The drink was a little watered down.“

“The young lady in the lot taking the orders on a 94 degree day was a true professional!“

“Absolutely the best BBQ food! Generous portions. Take-out was ready quickly. Amazing onion rings. 😋 The staff were great.“