19 Best American Restaurants near Willimantic

“Excellent pizza. A bit loud. [Original] Excellent pizza. A bit loud.“

“We came here to get ice cream with our mother. It was creamy and absolutely delicious! Probably some of the best ice cream I've ever had! While there I looked at their menu and really wish we had had lunch there too, the menu is very impressive and they get a lot of their products from local sources“

“Great food great beer great staff!“

“The service is wonderful and the food is 💯 great a 10+... the owners are great and humble people...my favorite pizza spot..“

“Quality service and love the Ice Cream!! If you're looking for a classy place your search is over :-)“

“5 Stars – A Hidden Gem with Amazing Vibes and Even Better Bartenders!

The Trophy Room in Storrs, CT is hands down one of my favorite spots in town. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a long day or kick off a night out with friends, this place never misses. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy and lively, and the drink selection is always on point.

What really sets Trophy Room apart, though, are the bartenders—especially Olivia and Allison. These two are absolute stars behind the bar. They’re not only incredibly skilled at crafting top-notch cocktails, but they also bring such good energy to the place. Friendly, attentive, and always down for a quick chat or a solid recommendation, they make you feel right at home every time.

Olivia and Allison elevate the whole experience, and honestly, they’re a big reason I keep coming back. If you haven’t checked out Trophy Room yet, do yourself a favor and stop by—just be ready to make it your new go-to spot!“

“Great food that’s affordable and fast!“

“My family and I visited this restaurant during UConn Family Weekend, the place was packed at all times, people coming and going constantly and they had large TVs showing various games. We were hosted/greeted by Ron, who was really nice despite having a full house, and kept a lively attitude. We were served by Faith, who was also kind and checked on us frequently.

We had the giant pretzel which was delicious, soft, and warm. We also had the boneless wings with bourbon sauce and the Baja burger, it was spicy but we like spicy!

Plus: We did witness a satisfying moment, when a drunk privileged group of 5+ people tried to skip the line claiming they had a “reservation” when this restaurant clearly does not take reservations and is first come first serve (they write your name on a list and text you when it’s your time up to the stand), The snobby/pretentious group tried to bribe the hosts with money and as much as they huffed and puffed to be seated “ASAP” they were turned down and for some reason, that made me love this place even more. With that said, be conscious of your group size and if you’re going on a game night, maybe stop in ahead of time to put your name on the list while you walk around the shops in that downtown area.“

“Just wonderful ! The beet salad with red quinoa and blackened chicken is so paleo healthy and the burgers high quality delish. Great cup of coffee too. Everything was cooked perfectly, seasoned perfectly. Gorgeous old house with fireplace. The home made clam chowder is a such a surprise - best we have had since we were children in Mystic !“

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“I came here last night for the first time after a recommendation and so glad we did cause they did not disappoint. The decor is a little dated however we have the nicest waitress Natasha who made the evening so great. She was very prompt and friendly and really funny. The food portions were a generous size and everything we had was really good. We never once asked for water refills, she just kept them coming. Amazing staff. Amazing food. Will be returning to our new local favorite spot in the very near future and hopefully will get the same amazing waitress.“

“Great atmosphere!! Great food and great drinks!! Love coming here!“

“went for St Patrick's day dinner ... did not disappoint! food was amazing 😋! can't wait to go back 🙂“

“Our "go-to" birthday breakfast place for everyone in the family! It never disappoints! So happy they are open again! Great place for food allergies and variety. Everyone in our group has different palates and we all just love it here! Oh and if you're gluten-free, the waffles are amazing!!!! 🥞😋 #familyfriendly #foodallergyfriendly #glutenfree #waffles“

“Today was my first time eating here and I'll say right now that I will be back. This place reminds me a bit of a cozy diner.

We took my fiancé's dad here for an early birthday lunch. He was craving their calamari and onion rings and he said they hit the spot today. My fiancé got one of the daily specials (rodeo burger, I think) with sweet potato fries and I got the cheeseburger club plate with onion rings.

Come here with a big appetite, the expectation of a to go box or both! Portions here are very generous! We came home with at least half our rings and fries and I had part of my club sandwich left as well. A good portion of the calamari went into a to go box as well - that will make at least another two meals for my fiance's dad.

My burger club was very good! I wasn't given a choice on the doneness of my burger, but that wasn't a problem for me. My fiancé pronounced his burger as one of the better ones he's had in a while.

This place is very busy on Sundays and they close early (about three p.m. or so.) We did have to wait a little after we were seated for service, but that service was pretty good! Our food was as we wanted it and we got the things we asked for (cocktail sauce, extra cokes, etc.) despite our waitress running herself crazy to and from all her tables.

Prices were pretty decent for what we got (my plate was about $15.95 or so) The menu had a lot of variety - breakfast items, steaks, burgers and sandwiches, and salads. There is also a cabinet full of a variety of cakes at the front of the restaurant and they looked delicious!“

“Our men’s college basketball team has enjoyed breakfast at Dog Lane Café on several occasions over the past few years, and it’s always a great way to start the day. The food is fresh, tasty, and consistently a team favorite--whether it’s a hearty breakfast sandwich or something lighter. The service is friendly and efficient, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. A big thank you to Brianna, who always goes out of her way to make sure everything runs smoothly for us. Dog Lane has become one of our go-to breakfast spots downtown, and we really appreciate their quality, consistency, and warm hospitality.“

“The nostalgia around this place is out of this world. Heard Sue Bird and Diana Turasi brag about it while watching the final four and I can see why. Owners are always working, staff is one of the best in business, food is always warm, and the beer is always cold. What more could you ask for!

* Side note * Been known to see a few celebrities sneaking around the bar from time to time.“

“Hands down my favorite spot for wings. So many flavors.... dry seasoned or sauce.... whatever mood your in.... youll find wings to match it. Great beer. And a ton of different stuff bottled or on tap. And last but not least their prime rib...... brrrruuuuhhhhh. They have the best prime rib ive eaten at any restaraunti n ct. Do i recommend bidwell...... YES. Stupid question“

“Found this place after leaving a Ren. Fair, but we were pleasantly surprised! The food was phenomenal, I got a Philly cheesesteak w/ fries, my wife got Blacked Chicken Penne, and my god - the blackened chicken penne was TO DIE FOR. If I was a prisoner about to be led to the electric chair, this blackened chicken penne would be my choice for last meal. This dish was incredible, super tasty, very good sized portion, with just a little hint of spice. It is an explosion of deliciousness.

10/10 would recommend“