50 Best American Restaurants near Newtown

“I love this restaurant and the family that works hard every day. Always quality food for a great price.“

“I look forward to Thursday’s enjoying whiskey and delicious dumplings with my son and sitting outside listening to the little river . The wait staff are so nice. The food is so delicious.“

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“Oh what a great experience and casual dinner. Great service and I loved my Philly thing! So so good. Loved the added horseradish sauce and a bit of lettuce for crunch. So so awesome!“

“Great food, great service!“

“Food was absolutely delicious (best fried calamari I've ever had!), our waitress was fantastic & the owner was a doll. Excited to go back soon!“

“Great food, great service and very nice atmosphere.“

“Cover Two used to be our go to for wings and other good food close to home. The last two experiences were disappointing. We repeatedly have 3 people crammed on a two top with no room for our food and having to place our beverages on the rail on the wall. There were several open tables with slightly more room, but we were simply moved to another two person table after complaining about the lack of space. We ordered two dishes that included marinara sauce on them. Chicken parmigiana and pasta. There was hardly any sauce on either dish. We told the waitress that there wasn’t nearly enough. We were brought two plastic containers with a little more sauce and to our surprise was charged $2 extra for something that should have been included in the entree.“

“Wonderful atmosphere, very pleasant staff and great food!“

“We hosted my daughter‘s bridal shower at J Law and it was everything we hoped for. Clara, Megan, and the entire team were attentive, kind, and incredibly helpful throughout the day. The private event space was ideal, spacious, welcoming, and flexible enough for us to personalize with our own decor. The food was delicious. The service was top-notch and the atmosphere made everyone feel at home. I wouldn’t hesitate to return for another celebration. Thank you, Clara and the J Law team for helping us create such a memorable day!“

“We hosted our event at 1754 House and it was magical. The ambiance, food, and staff were all exceptional. Guests are still raving. Highly recommend for any special occasion!“

“Love the Sycamore drive-in! We started getting mostly car hop service when the pandemic hit but we’ve inside a few times before that. Staff is great, always friendly, food is great! We’ve tried many things on the menu, from hamburgers to breakfast sandwiches to salads and always good!“

“Had lunch today with my sister and daughter Had the pear walnut salad with blackened scallops One of my favorites Unfortunately today the scallops were overcooked like little rubber balls“

“To start with, I love the thick menu! I love that they give the back stories on the local products/farms they use. And the plethora of options make certain that both my husband and I can find something we like no matter what we're in the mood for. It's also nice to go to a restaurant that has more than the same 6 things everybody else has and to know those items are made with locally sourced products. I can end with a cupcake made from scratch which also supports another small business instead of something premade from the same manufacturer everyone sources their desserts from. It's a win for me!“

“Rachel’s did a Celebration of Life catering event for us very recently. Everything was delicious and fresh. Good size portions. Perfect in every way. Staff accommodating as well. Highly recommend“

“We had my daughter’s bridal shower at Monroe Social back in June. I cannot say enough good things about our experience. Constantin did an amazing job helping me with the planning details. Dave was absolutely amazing the day of the brunch…from set-up until the end! He handled all of our requests, with a big smile on his face to boot! The brunch was delicious. What a great venue for any celebration! Thank you!“

“I went to Whitlock's a couple of weekends ago and had the absolute best meal. I ordered the French dip and it was mouthwatering good. My server's name was Tisha and she was honestly one of the best server's I've ever meet. Her smile light up the room and she went above and beyond to make sure my husband and I were happy from the time I walked in, to the time we left. I would recommend Whitlock's to anyone who hasn't been.“

“My husband and I tried Bora Restaurant for the first time last night. It was excellent!! The food was delicious, the decorations were beautiful, the atmosphere was warm and cozy, all of the staff that we encountered were young but surprisingly all so very well mannered, polite and very nice!! Our waiter was Alton, he did a wonderful job and always addressed my husband as Sir. We would definitely recommend this restaurant!!“

“Great food and huge portions! can't wait to go back!“

“Consistency is the word here. They do what they do, how they do it, each and every time. I go there knowing with certainty, what I'm going to get will taste as it always does.That is important to me. I go that route to my Drs at least twice a month, and that is a staple for me for lunch. I like it.“

“Atmosphere is so chic. Amazing wine list. Food was overall delicious however my appetizer was barely warm. I had the grilled octopus and it got cold in the back as service was overall very slow. Servers were super nice just in the weeds with a full house on a Fri. Night. Will definitely be back and hopefully it will be better.“

“Fabulous!! Great vibe n food fantastic. Definitely recommend. Diane and Cameron most welcoming“

“My wife and I stopped for lunch. We love the atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. Our waitress Breanna was absolutely delightful. She was so friendly and did a terrific job. We highly recommend this place and we will definitely be back!!!“

“Applebee never disappointed me. First I was taken away with the ambience , the music was playing soft and no loud noise. I love the variety of stuff you can choose from and the various combos they had to offer. The steak was really nice and I enjoyed every bit of it. My long island ice tea drink was amazing. I definitely recommend. 10/10“

“The food is the star here. We started with the nachos - we added chicken and guacamole - and they were fantastic. My husband got the salmon with honey Dijon (very good) and I got the barrel cut filet mignon Oscar style (one of the best steaks I’ve ever had). We also got the Big E baked potato and creamed spinach, both phenomenal. The waitress was pretty cold and the rustic dining room was wide open and very noisy.“

“Great Local place! Great food & service“

“Manager very nice. Staff hard workers. Nice atmosphere“

“We had our wedding at The Spinning Wheel on 6.28.25. I couldn’t be happier with how the day went. Katelyn was wonderful! The venue was so perfect! Highly Recommend!!!“

“Beautiful renovated restaurant, amazing views of a spectacular golf course, excellent wait staff, quick service, try the Fig French Martini...great happy hour menu, the brunch menu offers something for everyone, and the happy hour menu is perfect, great prices.“

“Clean pool, healing atmosphere, my favorite getaway in CT“

“Absolutely delicious food! Really cool place and some great people too! I couldn’t recommend this place more. Have to check it out!“

“Had an amazing experience at MacDaddy’s again today. Went there for the first time nearly 10 years ago and they’ve only gotten better, which is hard considering how great my first experience was. Despite being a fast casual restaurant, the service was top tier and the food felt like I was right at home.“

“Great place to stop in to when you’re craving a a simple deli-style sandwich. Nothing too fancy but hit the spot I needed it to. Got the Italian combo on white bread, added pickles and dressing on the side, and ate the whole sandwich. They have a nice sized menu, a couple sides in the to-go cooler, a good variety in the beverage cooler and the staff were attentive and kind. Outdoor seating is always a plus. Will definitely be a return customer if I’m in the area.“

“I had my Birthday dinner at john’s cafes and it was really delicious,I would highly recommend it for any occasion, love eating there ❤️❤️💯💯“

“Out of the 3 chains, chili's, Applebee's and Friday's, chili's definitely has the better tasting food. The cheesesticks and wings, boneless or bone-in, taste way better at chili's. The burgers here are also better than the other chains, as well as the steak and ribs. Prices are competitive as well as drinks. Atmosphere is probably the same. Woukd recommend chili's out of the 3 chains. Food is what makes the place and chili's definitely has the better tasting food.“

“One of the most extensive menus I have ever seen. Good service and lunch was great“

“The line makes no sense, you start at the pick up window and work your way to the order here sign. Excellent fries the hotdogs are okay but smaller portions

Kid-friendliness: Very kind

Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level“

“We are beyond thrilled that we chose The Redding Roadhouse for our wedding! We wanted a non-traditional celebration, and the team here brought that vision to life seamlessly. With 135 guests, we opted out of a sit-down dinner and instead had heavy cocktail hour stations all evening. The flow of the space made it so versatile - guests could sit at a table and enjoy a meal and conversation, hop on the dance floor and grab a corn dog on the way through the bar, or relax at a picnic table with lawn games. Even without assigned seating, there was plenty of room for everyone to enjoy the evening exactly as they wanted.

The venue itself is stunning, and the upstairs bridal suite was perfect for our large wedding party. About 15 of us comfortably got ready there the morning of the wedding, and it set the tone for a relaxed, fun start to the day. Our ceremony on the large lawn was beautiful, with such a picturesque backdrop for our vows. For the reception, we tented the outdoor patio as our dance floor, which kept the energy flowing all night, while the fire pit gave guests a cozy spot to enjoy the music without being in the middle of it.

Dietary needs were handled with so much care. We worked with both the chef and the event coordinator, Kristina, to create delicious vegan options and thoughtful accommodations for guests with more severe allergies. The bartenders were fantastic, keeping the line moving quickly all night and every cocktail was spot on. Our guests were so impressed, and we felt completely confident that everyone was taken care of. No one left hungry!

On the night of the wedding, the event staff was incredible. The space stayed spotless, stations were always full, and the service never skipped a beat. Kristina went above and beyond during planning too, helping us design a unique floor plan, rearranging the restaurant to fit our stations and décor, and even transforming the general store into a candy bar and bakery counter.

We can’t recommend The Roadhouse enough for any private event. Beautiful, flexible, and supported by an amazing team, it was the perfect place to celebrate our wedding and create memories we’ll cherish forever.“

“The Rathskeller is a comfortable neighborhood restaurant with good food. The new owners, Kate and Nicole, work hard to make it a great place!“

“Quite good food and service. Very well executed on basic fare that left me delightfully surprised. The atmosphere lacks polish but is clean and friendly. It’s a place that stands on food and reputation, so if you want a reliable bite and a beer, I would recommend.“

“Fast service excellent food I would definitely go again loved it very friendly people👍“

“Just had a great lunch! Nice people, really good food.“

“I’ve been to a lot of New Milford’s restaurants but I have to say the service at The Abbey was exceptional and the food was excellent and reasonably priced. Given how many eateries don’t survive over time; they are the model for a sustaining and thriving food service business. My wife had the Chicken Cordon Bleu, and I had the Chicken Caesar salad. Both were excellent and the portion size and portion per price was very good. Even the water tasted excellent. If I had one complaint it would be that the noise level was a little high, but it is a pub style restaurant where you can watch a game.“

“I grew up as a CT local and have been coming to T.K.’s for over 20 years… best spot on the planet for wings!!! After my recent move to New Hampshire, my fiancé is just as dedicated as I am to the amazing food, atmosphere and staff and we took a trip down on our motorcycle to enjoy yet another fantastic lunch. Well worth the 3 1/2 hour drive. THANK YOU T.K.’s!!!!“

“Wow! Very impressed with the protein menu. Wife and I ordered 3 items from the protein menu (We're pigs..we know.) and opted for the double meat for 50% more ($7). Got two with salad and one with rice. It was a great meal! Poke tuna was sushi quality goodness and so good, were it not for the aroma of the beef and the chicken bowls in our noses, we would have regretted not just sticking with tuna all..night..long! There is more to tell about the Valentine's Day experience, but you get the gist.“

“Great food and staff Calm atmosphere“

“Excellent evening at the Bistro! Every bite was delicious and the service was wonderful. We enjoy the atmosphere as well 😊“

“Is very good end service is 👍“

“Great staff and service. Great food.“

“The food was delicious. The staff was courteous and the service was efficient. My lunch consisted of the chopped salad and the hibiscus refresher, whereas my fiancé had the falafel wrap with fries.“