50 Best American Restaurants near Rowland Heights

“The music playing was very relaxing“

“The music playing was very relaxing“

“I was at Dennys today with a friend and our server Yesenia was great she was fast and efficient apart from being the only person on the floor she was taking care of tables and also cashing out people all by herself food was great and delicious will be back soon.“

“Beer dinner excellent love it here would come back this is my 3rd time“

“1 be my not sin you: 2 sins not: an victory“

“This year we chose Black Bear diner for the location of our annual Chrispen Team Pumpkin Pie giveaway, and we couldn't have been more impressed. The manager Isaid was amazing from the start helping me plan the event and order hundreds of pies. The large patio provided a private and cheerful atmosphere and was the perfect spot for the event. Carlos and the rest of the staff were amazingly attentive and handled everything we needed on the day of the event. All of our clients raved about how delicious the pies were and loved the convenient location. We can't wait to come back next year!“

“This place is kind of a flagship of all the Denny’s in our area. Should be held up as the example for all others! The food was good and plentiful. Our server Caesar was a wonderful host. He kept checking up on us to make sure that we were well served and happy with our experience. It’s a pleasure to become a regular of Denny’s once again with this kind of treatment!“

“Breakfast burritos were amazing!“

“Wonderful service 👏 Angel helped us. His great customer service and attitude was refreshing. Cheeseburger so delicious! Fries brought me back to the past. Just wish fries came with meal instead of add on. My husband had the greek salad with salmon. He was very happy. This place even has a selection of craft beers 🍻. Can't wait to come back and try the chicken sandwich. I HAVE to come for fries!“

“Check out the menu before you go, it is very limited and not to everyone’s tastes. Delicious food, great service, and easy reservations. Attended a business dinner early in the evening which made it easy to hear everyone. By 6 pm it was crowded and loud. A great variety of alcohol and non-alcohol drinks. Good happy hour specials.“

“Monique is absolutely amazing! She made sure we were taken care of the entire time we were here. She was incredibly attentive and thoughtful, always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. What stood out the most was how kind and patient she was with my 6-year-old — she truly went above and beyond to make our experience special. Thank you, Monique, for making our visit so wonderful!
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“The food is delicious and generous portions!“

“My wife and I, plus my daughter Jennifer and granddaughter Breanna were very much please with our dinner last night. Michael our server came out and created us, by saying it was so nice to see you here again. Michael remember our drink order and promtly brought it out to us. The job Michael did from start to finish was amazing. From getting our order out on time and the desert was perfect for my granddaughter Breanna and my wife's as well. Always asking if everything came out right and if we needed anything else. What a perfect evening and servers like Michael make us want to eat here often. Thanks again to you Michael for giving us a beautiful evening.“

“My daughter and I ate there yesterday for the first time! The chicken was very tender and tasty… I recommend the chicken club sandwich. My daughter got the Cobb salad and the portion was huge! Their specialty lemonades are really good too! I tried the strawberry and basil! Yum!“

“Make reservations on Friday, Saturday and Sunday’s otherwise it’s a long wait.“

“Had a great breakfast Chicken fried steak and eggs,huge portion of hash browns ,toast We also had a Our server he was great Huge portions We will be back“

“After twenty years of driving past Keynote’s in Anaheim Hills, we finally decided to give it a shot this week after three separate recommendations. Best decision we made. We arrived early Saturday morning with our two kids, and from the moment we sat down, we knew we’d made the right call.

Our server Ramon was exceptional — warm, attentive, and clearly passionate about his job after thirty six years with the restaurant. He kept our waters filled and made sure the kids were comfortable throughout the meal.

The food was outstanding. I had the Belgian waffle with egg whites and sausage, and it was absolutely perfect — easily a ten out of ten. My daughter devoured the kids chocolate chip pancakes and hash browns with her chocolate milk. My son ordered the chicken and waffles, and here’s a pro tip: ask them for chicken strips instead of the whole breast. The strips are so much easier to eat and actually feel like proper chicken and waffles.

We’re already planning to make this a regular spot — at least once or twice a month. If you’ve been driving past Keynote’s like we have, stop second-guessing yourself and go. You won’t regret it.“

“Michelin-Level Experience at Outback Prices The Wild Artichoke in Yorba Linda is a hidden gem. I was expecting something entirely different — and was pleasantly surprised in the best possible way. We started with the smashed potatoes and endive salad, which made for perfect appetizers: light enough not to spoil our appetite, yet full of flavor to whet it. The portions were ideal for sharing with my wife. For our main courses, we ordered from the lunch menu. I had the Wagyu burger, and my wife went with the tempura fish and chips. I’m not sure how they did it, but every bite was incredibly well-balanced. The fish had a crispy exterior, just the right touch of Maldon salt, and a beautifully firm, flaky interior. The tartar sauce was exceptional — rich, creamy, and unlike any I’ve had before. The burger was a standout. Each ingredient was distinct and purposeful — no unnecessary fillers. Every component worked in harmony to deliver deep, layered flavors in every bite. We ended the meal with the Basque cheesecake, which was beautifully presented. It wasn’t overly sweet, and the perfectly burnt top paired wonderfully with the sweet berry compote. A special treat was getting to meet the head chef. What a pleasant surprise. He shared the story behind one of his dishes and mentioned that every item on the menu has its own story and purpose. That passion really comes through in the food. I’ve dined at many fine restaurants, and I can confidently say the quality here rivals places charging $150–$200 per plate. The value is extraordinary for the caliber of cuisine offered. This is a truly special hidden gem — perfect for a relaxed lunch with friends or an intimate dinner date. I can’t wait to try the rest of their menu!“

“Fun location with delicious entrees, salads, drinks and so much more!“

“We had good time and enjoyed our 3 courses lunch with entrée & dessert wines included. Service was attentive and friendly. foods were tasty, well plating and reasonable prices. We have another reservation for dinner this coming Friday.“

“A very small breakfast place. Quaint and friendly staff. Breakfast was delicious. Portions were a little all over the place. I got the breakfast burrito with bacon. Great flavor! Just the way I like it. It's just breakfast...in a burrito. But it was on the small side, normal store tortilla size not those giant ones you get from other similar establishments. My daughter got a side of bacon and a side of hash browns. There's no way I could have eaten all they gave her. Overall delicious. Would definitely come again.“

“It was wonderful and the food was delicious. The prices are very affordable. I will be coming back!“

“Today at West Covina we ate Dinner. Flank Steak was cooked perfect Med Rare & im picky. The Gravy for Mashed potatoes was amazing. Tge Non Alcohol Cucumber Lemon Spritzer was Soooo good. Husband ate Ribs, Delicious. Johnathan was my Server & went above & beyond for us. & i love that. Great Job Team. Thank you Chris.“

“Wonderful food and great service! Thank you for having dine-in also! I hope more restaurants will be bold and open with dine-in!“

“Stopped by this establishment because my normal breakfast spot was full to the gillz one particular morning. This establishment was pretty darn close to being full and seated us promptly. I was pleasantly surprised by the food which was spot on. I opted for the chicken and waffle which was hearty and sumptuous. While I still consider my go to breakfast spot to be Georgia's bun n burger up the road, I believe I'll keep this diner as a formidable reserve in my back pocket.“

“Bingo and the Los Angeles Dodgers!“

“Old Time diner feel. Breakfast lunch place..Very friendly people...food is pretty good.went in for lunch..they close early I had a sandwich and my friend had the huevos rancheros...he said it was just ok...mine was good. Definitely be back for breakfast“

“Good food and service……..“

“Food is so good ! Service is awesome !“

“It had been nearly 15 years since my last visit. I must say the decor is exactly as I remembered. Took 3 minutes to be seated then we were greeted by the most friendly and attentive waiter I’ve EVER had at any restaurant . I’m a huge lover of the cabbage salad so I gorged on a big bowl before dinner. I ordered a medium rare fillet and potato and it was cooked to perfection. I so wish I lived nearby as I would pay it a regular visit. I’m so glad the Clearmans Northwoods inn has not been changed.“

“Love coming here in the morning..also..the Lady in the morning, (the mother, wife, of the owners,) she has the best hospitality ever :)“

“First time there… the food was excellent and the service was great! Friendly and very helpful. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I want to take this time to applaud & complement 2 things. First I want to acknowledge Minnie, the manager in charged during my visit. She was very polite, warm & professional. She made sure my coffee is fresh & super attentive. Also the crews, David & Mari, they were very attentive & polite. Second, the place was very clean & cozy. They did a good job keeping the place well. I had a wonderful lunch here. God bless you all !“

“Great food but telling me to celebrate my birthday at Pauls place? There are many places including Jersey Mike's, Farmer Boys, and restaurants etc that give you free food for your birthday. I'll celebrate it at those places. That being said, The quality at Paul's has always been top notch every time. 5 stars for food minus 1 for no promotions.“

“Good food, great service, spectacular atmosphere - Applebee’s is good in the neighborhood! 😆 They’re currently running a “2 for $25” special: choose 1 appetizer and 2 entrées for only $25. It’s a good deal especially considering the entrées offered. The service is consistently top notch: Sophie has waited on us several times; she’s friendly and efficient and provides great recommendations. Thanks Applebee’s for another fun time!“

“I have been going to 6740 for years. They have beer and wine. They have TV's for sporting events. The food was delicious. I especially enjoyed their wings, but recently we had a less enjoyable food experience. The wings were served cold and the grilled cheese burger was very plain. Prior to that, this was one of my favorite places for wings. I hope it improves if we come back. Maybe it was just a busy night. I don't know.“

“I got the Mongolian beef, extra spicy. It was tasty, but 85% rice, and was actually a little sweet not spicy. They merely threw more whole red chili's but nobody actually eats whole Chinese red chili's.

My friend got the swordfish, and opted out of the rice and upgraded to double string beans, didn't look like they doubled it.She said there's no hint of flavor on the beans, like they were simply boiled. She did like the caper sauce on the fish but had to ask for more.

Both dishes were lunch sized portions with dinner pricing, but there's live music (Friday 7pm), so just realize that it's less of a restaurant than a fine whiskey bar with food.“

“Been eating here for many years, but I'm moiling farther away. I miss their salid bar. The staff is always friendly and the food is great“

“Cute little spot to go out with the family. Loved being able to watch the planes take off and land right by the window. The food was fine, just like other diner food that I’ve had. Nothing that necessarily stood out to us but nothing wrong either. Overall good food and fun spot to go out with the kids.“

“Took the thanksgiving turkey meal to go and overall it was a pretty good platter set up. The turkey was moist and the gravy was flavorful. The cornbread was a bit on the drier side and then the vegetables were pretty bland, but the sauce helped.“

“Our food was exceptionally delicious! Wonderful flavors and delicious cucumber mint agua fresca too! Also fun, cozy atmosphere inside too. You can tell when you’re there it’s a very popular eatery, and for good reason! I’ve been there twice in as many weeks and I can’t wait to go again! 😁“

“They have a patio area to hold and event. Check them out it's amazing here.“

“Very courteous staff. Willing to accommodate your request as much as possible.“

“We made a reservation for 7pm on a Friday night. Had to wait through a lot of Knott's Scary Farm traffic just to get in the parking lot though. Even though we had a reservation, we still ended up waiting about 10-15 minutes past that time, but we could see that there were open tables available. I figured since it is wide open inside, it'd be pretty loud, but it really wasn't bad. We could still hold a conversation and hear each other well, even though there were music videos playing and lots of people around us. Our servers were really attentive. Our main server had to take a break and was really transparent about handing us off to someone else. We ordered a Bloody Mary (spicy!! but safe), and a strawberry basil margarita (decent). For our meals we got the Bill Graham BBQ Chicken Pizza, which was excellent. It had lots of flavor, the perfect amount of cheese, and wasn't greasy or soggy at all. I'd be hard-pressed to order something different if we ever visit a R&B again! We also got the Blackened Chicken Pasta, which was very good too - just the right amount of spice, good flavors, and the chicken was perfect. Overall, we had a really good experience at Rock & Brews, and would come back if we're ever visiting the area again.“

“We were served by Rachel who was amazingly cheerful, positive, friendly & professional at 7am! She made the whole experience extremely special. We are from the UK on vacation & ate here on 2 mornings, both were excellent food at great value. Thanks.“

“This is a surprisingly nice restaurant inside Nordstrom's. The server was excellent. We were not rushed but he appeared the moment we needed something. The food was very good. I have had the burger and another time, the fried chicken sandwich. My friends had the salad nicoise which was delicious and filling. For the evening, the cocktails are good as well. The window seating is lovely since until the weather is warm enough for their terrace seating. Take the elevator to the 5th floor, and you won't be tempted by the January sales.“

“OMG this cake is so good even after waiting over 45 min in line at silverbullet.

What was left after my 9 year old and Wife saved was amazing. The ice cream was smooth and delicious, but he funnel cake itself was still crispy and delicious. The boysenberry on top was so freaking good.

This is a must try when to get the Knott’s.“

“The food was great and the waitress was amazing. Awesome experience.“

“Frist visit to this Applebee's, very pleasant dinning experience, sat at the bar,even though I don't drink alcohol beverages, bar employee John,M. Was very courteous and polite, attentive. The manager was courteous and welcomed dinners politely and greeted as well as I sat waiting for my meal,“

“I originally bookmarked the Rosemary Room for brunch, but we ended up coming for dinner instead. We ordered the beef sliders, truffle Parmesan fries, and I had the hibiscus margarita. Everything was really good. The food was solid, and the pricing felt fair for today’s world—not cheap, but not outrageous either.

Honestly, since it’s inside a hotel, my expectations weren’t sky-high, but the food pleasantly surprised me. I’d definitely come back, especially to try their brunch.

The reason it’s four stars instead of five comes down to the atmosphere and staffing.

The restaurant sits right in the hotel lobby with no walls, so you hear everything—hotel guests coming and going, music playing in the lobby, the TV from the bar, and general foot traffic. If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxed dinner, this might feel a little overstimulating.

Also, our waiter (who was great, by the way) seemed to be doing the job of about three people. He was taking orders, bringing drinks and food, running payments, and even delivering room service. The poor guy was working like he owed the hotel money. On a Friday night, they could definitely use more staff.

That said, the food was good, the service was kind, and I’d still come back—next time probably for brunch.“