40 Best American Restaurants near Clinton

“Excellent!! Crab cake appetizer was the "best I've ever had" according to my son. There were four of us and all were very pleased. I've been twice and looking forward to going back. This restaurant is definitely the place to go when you want to take your time between courses and enjoy the food and people you are with. I like the 20% service charge(tip) added to bill. Keeps paying thoughtless as service is excellent. 5 stars on everything!“

“Huge portions, friendly staff, great experience!

Parking: Plenty of room in the big parking lot that wraps around back.

Kid-friendliness: The kids at the table next to us had plenty of choices! They seemed very happy!!“

“Great food, diverse menu and awesome service! Will definitely be back!“

“The best place in Coastal Connecticut“

“Fun place with fantastic service, great music on the weekends, good food (I love the bacon, egg & cheese sandwich), very clean, and of course wonderful, kind people. Oh, did I mention how much I love the Bloody Mary bar on Sunday??!!! Thanks Doc's Bar & Grill!!!“

“We have been enjoying Chow for years and everything we have ever had from them has been delicious but yesterday… Father’s Day, they went above and beyond! They were packed and after waiting for a while for my take out order (understandable for a busy night) they confessed and profusely apologized because in the rush of the busy evening one of my pizzas had been dropped. Without missing a beat they promised my pizzas would be remade and delivered to my house…. Half hour away!!! That is stellar customer service!!! So, amazing food AND wonderful customer service, what more could anyone want?!“

“Went to thanksgiving dinner yesterday at 1pm. I was very pleased with how well everything was planned from valet cars to layout of service as well as servers. For a 90 year old 50 yr resident it was so great to enjoy how well everything was perfect. Good job to everyone for a job well done. A great value for a first class event.“

“Great spot, friendly staff, and delicious food“

“Gayle at What's Cookin catered my mother-in-law's 80th birthday party, and the food—especially the variety of sandwich wraps—was both delicious and beautifully presented. Gayle was incredibly responsive and even added a personal touch to the display when she learned my mother was a lifelong equestrian. Her helpful and friendly service made the event special, and I highly recommend What’s Cookin for any occasion.“

“My husband and I came to F&Co for an evening meal tonight! From the instant we entered, it was as if we were at home (if "home" were always filled with friendly, kind, pleasant people and delicious food) Everyone made us feel comfortable and welcomed. Our drinks, meals and dessert were all outstanding 🥰
Many thanks to Sarah, Ally, Greg and the chefs for a truly memorable and yummy evening. Can't wait for another visit♥️👍“

“I've visited Café Routier several times over the past 15-20 years and the restaurant never disappoints. You'll not go wrong ordering the Frites, fried oysters or Mussels, all 3 are amazing appetizers. My choice of entreé is almost always the “campstyle” grilled trout. It's always prepared perfectly. Desserts are aleways fantastic too.“

“Wanted to take a second to share my opinion and experience at Donahue’s. I can’t say enough good about our experience. We were super impressed with the service, the food and the staff. What impressed me most was the owner. He was right there to help his staff and actually served us our meal. He was very kind and welcoming. I will definitely return and highly recommend this establishment. Thank you.“

“We celebrated a surprise birthday party for my husband at The Table with 12 friends. It truly couldn’t have been more perfect. Chef Paul and his staff presented the most fabulous dinner. The menu was completely customized. We started with an incredible scallop appetizer, followed by a fabulous spinach salad and beef tenderloin as the entree. Portions were quite large and the food/service was absolutely top notch. Ambiance was lovely and service was perfect. It was a little gem this summer and a very special way to celebrate a birthday. Thanks Chef Paul!!! We will definitely be back.“

“Great food, beautiful atmosphere friendly service! And dog friendly!!“

“This is a 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ restaurant for sure from the Food which was mouth watering to the service and atmosphere a fantastic place to eat! You won't find a better steak around. I can't say enough about how pleased I was tonight with everything . Hats off to Jack and Nancy I highly recommend it“

“I had the Southern Fried Chicken and Leslie had the BBQ Fried Chicken. Lucky (our dog) was treated to some bacon and water for his 8th birthday by our waitress who couldn’t be nicer. Nice find!“

“Awesome meal and service at the Red House. Nice wine, beer and cocktail selections and great menu with specials. We will be back!“

“Good food, good service. Our server last night, Andrea, recommended the blackened salmon flatbread when I couldn't decide between that & something else. it was delish! She was very attentive & friendly, making our meal even more enjoyable. The meal was a bit delayed getting to us & without a word from us, Manager Tony came & topped off my wine. This kind of service is rare these days. Thank you Andrea & Tony for an enjoyable dining experience! Not our first time here & always enjoyable ☺️“

“Great food, nice atmosphere. Haven’t had a bad meal yet here!“

“Great atmosphere ! Amazing staff“

“Very good chow and good service, 5 stars!“

“Great place with lots of vibey aesthetic and outdoor, heated seating.
Use the Heinz ketchup, though. It tastes better.

Parking: Lots of spots right at the restaurant

Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp that is fairly accessible“

“Good times , nice friendly great food ..could have more diverse drafts“

“We were here on vacation and dined here twice in the 4 days we stayed at the resort.

The vegetarian options are limited but all of them are delicious, freshly made and portions are decent sized too.

Beet salad is really good. Quesadilla is recommended

The cocktails
Water's edge punch is a must try.
Paloma and spicy margarita are the second best.

People are kind and attentive.

Don't forget to get French fries with cocktails and take them to the beach! Have a blast!“

“My friend and I had a phenomenal time at brunch here. The restaurant is gorgeous, the staff are doting, and the food was outstanding.
I had been here once before with a different friend, but wasn't in a place where I could afford more than soup and bread.
I am so thankful I came back when I had saved up a bit of money so I could enjoy a full meal and drink. I guarantee no matter what you order you will be impressed. Their menu is kinda small which allows them to perfect everything they offer.“

“Server was great and accommodating. Food was great! Will definitely visit again!“

“Terrific location in a small New England town bordering the Connecticut River. Excellent food, wine and comfortable rooms.“

“Very clean and great food!“

“Great place ! Stopped on our way back home to Mass! Great service ,food and atmosphere!“

“Totally different . My Brother and I stopped for Breakfast on Sunday September 1 st . Very small place and extremely Effecient . A Line was waiting outside but there was a couple of spots available at the Counter . Great bunch working there and used to handling crowds . Three Cooks doing their job right in front of you and 2 Waitresses taking care of Counter and Tables . We had Corn beef hash and eggs which were great . You have to try this place . Plenty of outside tables for good weather .“

““I had an incredible experience at Wayback Burger! From the moment I walked in, every team member made me feel welcomed and valued. The service was exceptional, with everyone going above and beyond to make my visit enjoyable. A special shoutout to Lori, who truly made my day with her warm and friendly personality. She made sure I had everything I needed and took the time to make me feel like more than just a customer. Wayback Burger has an amazing team, and thanks to Lori and the entire staff, I’ll definitely be back! Highly recommended!”“

“Gayle at What's Cookin catered my mother-in-law's 80th birthday party, and the food—especially the variety of sandwich wraps—was both delicious and beautifully presented. Gayle was incredibly responsive and even added a personal touch to the display when she learned my mother was a lifelong equestrian. Her helpful and friendly service made the event special, and I highly recommend What’s Cookin for any occasion.“

“This was my first visit and I really enjoyed it.
I was concerned because it was a Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. and I just knew it would be busy and we may not get seated right away; we were seated as soon as we walked in.

Our server was very attentive.

The food arrived within 10 / 15 minutes

When going to most breakfast places for a first time especially, I always go for my go-to, which is the eggs benedict.

To be honest when my eggs benedict and home fries arrived, the holidays looked a bit different than I am used to at most places and I was unsure about how it would be, taste-wise.
I really enjoyed it and I ate every bite. I always get my English muffins toasted extra for that crunch and so they don't end up too soggy.
Perfect amount of Hollandaise and the home fries were good as well.

Tasty coffee, which matters because you would be surprised or not, that a lot of breakfast places don't serve super good coffee. ?

I will definitely come back, thank you Bree for introducing me to this breakfast/lunch spot and thank you Tina for your exceptional service.
There was another young lady there who was our actual server and I am so sorry I did not get her name. She was great as well!

I paid for breakfast and with the tip it was around $40

I did not take a picture of my blueberry pancake which I saved for the next morning. Yummm“

“Honestly originally came here thinking it was a typical tavern. Left having one of the best food experiences I have ever had! The food was amazing and so perfectly prepared I have been back countless times since and am always recommending them to friends and family. Definitely need to fit in a date night here really soon!!!“

“I celebrated my birthday at the Seal tonight. We haven't been in a while. I had the Short Rib Ravioli, Mom had the Serloin Steak, my wife had Tuna and our son a grilled cheese. Everything was delicious! Our server said she was new, but did a great job. We finished with warm Carmel apple pie! It was the perfect ending to a great night!“

“A hidden Gem for sure! Stopped for lunch today for the first time and let me tell you!! The service was fantastic! Julia was so friendly and attentive and gave great food recommendations for our next visit! But The food… TREMENDOUS! The Chef certainly takes his job seriously. The clam chowder in the bread bowl was the best we’ve ever had, portions were great and everything tasted so fresh and perfectly seasoned! 10000% will be our new go-to spot to eat!“

“Simon's catered a party of 50 for us and it was FANTASTIC. An Italian style charcuterie board, shrimp cocktail, mini lobster rolls, herb roasted salmon, Korean style barbeque chicken, corn salad, roasted sweet potatoes with veggies, fruit, cookies, and - of course - crack bread. The guests just raved about the food. Highly, highly recommended!!!“

“My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary and were absolutely blown away. We tend to end up with less than stellar dining experiences and service, but the Brushmill was outstanding! The service was impeccable, they congratulated us on our anniversary (which was a note on the reservation) and gave us a complimentary Prosecco toast to start the evening. Our server was top notch, we never found ourselves in need of a thing. We started with drinks after the Prosecco toast- a mint greyhound and a tequila old fashion, both of which were well balanced with beautiful presentation. For the appetizer, we got the scallops…. Out of this world! Our server commented they were his favorite, and after trying them it’s no surprise! This may have been the best scallop dish I have ever had. If you go, GET THE SCALLOPS and thank me later! For dinner I had the pasta dish and added chicken to it and my boyfriend had the steak frites. The chicken was juicy and perfectly seasoned. The brown butter sauce was light and flavorful at the same time and the hazelnuts in the pasta dish paired beautifully with the brussle sprouts and sage. My boyfriend’s steak was cooked perfectly and melted in your mouth. The amazing meal and service were complimented by the absolutely beautiful building. We both love the rustic industrial vibe, pairing the history of the building and the elegance of the atmosphere perfectly. We will definitely be back and telling all our friends about this hidden gem. Thank you for being a stupendous addition to our evening.“

“Hungry after a few hours at Gillette Castle, we were looking for lunch/dinner. We had a wonderful experience at Pattaconk! Our waitress was friendly and attentive to my dietary needs (Celiac’s). We had a burger, quesadilla & Nashville chicken stripes. My burger had a gf bun & was delicious, husb & daughter loved the stripes & quesadilla. Restaurant had a nice, chill atmosphere, everyone enjoying drinks & food. We will be back when out in the area.“

“Love the Deck and LOVE the fact they pay attention to not serving those under age. More establishments need to be aware of this and enforce it! The Deck is a wonderful place! Great bartenders, great service, great food, and great overall atmosphere. Other patrons are always friendly and just there to enjoy themselves and have a good time! Definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a laid back place to enjoy a drink. Plenty of space to move about and plenty of parking as well!“