49 Best American Restaurants near Ellenton

“My wife and I came to the Ellenton area on our honeymoon. Her local family reccomended we check out Woodys River Roo. It was our first stop and the only repeat stop during our week down here. We went to "The Roo" on three separate occasions and loved each one. The food was great, the view of the manatee river was very nice, but the friendly hardworking staff was the cherry on top. They all really seemed to love each other and worked together like a well oiled machine. They made us feel right at home and made sure everything was just right. Bar tender Johnny, who I belive said had been employed there for 15 years, reccomended a lot of other great places to drink and dine in the area. They also have a gift shop and live entertainment from, music to trivia 7 days a week! 10 out of 10 would reccomend. My wife and I hope to be back sooner than later!“

“We just moved down here from Michigan and let me tell ya...we were super happy with the food, service, and atmosphere! DEFINITELY OUR GO TO FOR EATS! Super excited your just down the road from us and the remodel looks FANTASTIC! We had the pleasure of meeting Andy the owner and just a really nice person! THANKS AGAIN FOR A GREAT EXPERIENCE!!!🙂“

“I love it , Country style🥰“

“Great staff ! Very friendly! I love the croissant, egg, sausage, and cheese sandwich. The food is delicious ☀️🌴🥰“

“Love the music!!! Great mix of tunes and everybody was friendly, our server was April and she was a complete pro and a seasoned vet. My drinks stayed full and she was on point in every way possible, that being said the back of the house needs to tighten with the salad bar. I mean heavens to Betsy you got one job and I paid for a tomato so I want freaking tomato, and don’t give me the “We’re short staffed!” horse puckey either…..DO BETTER!“

“I ordered a sirloin steak & garlic mashed and broccoli. It tasted good but it was a sorry size serving. For $20 I expected a lot more mashed & broccoli. I think I had a half cup of mashed & 3 broccoli crowns. I went home & had to eat! If you can't give more hearty meals I'm sorry to say I might not be back. I'm a woman so can you imagine a man being filled on this dinner?“

“Good staff. Clean restaurant. Good food. Waffle House.“

“First time there great atmosphere great service thanks to Kayleen great smile and can give you great advise on menu keep smiling??“

“El ambiente, la comida, la atención“

“Made a reservation for my family to celebrate my graduation for nursing school. The staff was very friendly and accommodating after having some phone issues when I was initially trying to book. I had my three-year-old daughter with me and another three-year-old in the family there as well, they brought out pizza dough for them to play with Which truly made it a memorable and fun experience. Thank you so much!“

“nice quaint atmosphere great food a lot to from on the menu would recommend it“

“56 of us stopped in for breakfast Saturday Feb 12th. They sat everyone immediately with no problems. The waitstaff was really fast , professional and attentive. Our server didn’t miss beat. Even with so many people ordering at the same time. I sat with a group of ten and everyone’s order was spot on and delicious. I highly recommend you visit Popis!“

“We have visited all (27) Ruth Chris within the state of Florida and this location was by far one of the best. The moment we entered the restaurant, we were met with a smile and a welcoming greeting. We were promptly seated, even though we arrived early for our reservation. Service was excellent. The ambiance and overall appearance were amazing! Steak was prepared with perfection. Certainly, will be returning to this location (Lakewood Ranch).“

“The service was quick, friendly, and attentive without being intrusive. You can really tell that the team here takes pride in what they do. The ambiance was perfect for both a relaxed meal and a special occasion.

Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a wonderful overall dining experience. We’ll definitely be coming back! Thank you James!“

“Celebrated our wedding anniversary at Libby’s and this was the first time for my wife. We found the LWR location to be convenient, great atmosphere, with a broad menu! Portions were bordering on excessive! But we powered through some absolutely delicious food! The staff ensured we were well taken care! Carlos especially was outstanding and made sure we had a memorable and tasty anniversary dinner! She ordered the orange chicken I had the brisket burger with truffle fries You can be sure We’ll be back! Soon!! Thank you Libby’s and staff for a great evening!“

“New favorite in town. Eggtown's food is well worth it. I had the Eggtown Benedict. Yummy.“

“Just had a delicious lunch at Geckos on SR 64! Food was delicious, service (Alexis Stamper) and watching the manager (or whichever position he holds) Scott. I watched him speaking to patrons, helping servers etc. He was all over the dining room participating. Great job, y'all!“

“5 🌟 every time we come. Staff respectfully remembers us is definitely a plus especially the way the world is spinning. Thank you for a great experience from day one!!“

“Great food. Good customer service. Good prices“

“It’s such a fun place to go! Food is great! Our bartender Mackenzie was AWESOME!!!“

“I’m so happy to have found Post! Went for the first time tonight to celebrate me and my husbands anniversary and we had a wonderful experience! When we were seated we were welcomed with a complimentary glass of champagne. They made our night feel extra special and the food was delicious! To top if off, they even gave us a complimentary slice of mouthwatering cheesecake! Thank you, Post! We can’t wait to come back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“My husband and I recently had the pleasure if dining at Sophie’s, in Saks Fifth Avenue in Sarasota. What an amazing experience. The decor both inside and outside so chic. We had Matty as our waitress. She was spot on with top notch service and a wonderful personality. We started with a bread basket of assorted toppings, delicious. He had the Tai chicken. Well prepared and perfect with seasoning. I had on of the best burger ever. Cooked and seasoned perfectly at medium rare with tasty fries. The manager checked on us several times, a nice touch you don’t see anymore. If you happen to be in the area at the mall, I highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed. We will be back.“

“We had an amazing brunch yesterday! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was rustic and inviting. Our waitress, Beth, was absolutely wonderful—so attentive and cheerful, she really made our experience special! Now, let’s talk about the food! I ordered the fried green tomatoes BLT, and it was fantastic! The combination was delightfully crunchy and packed with flavor. My friends tried a variety of dishes: the BBQ pork baked potato was a hit, truly hearty and satisfying. The shrimp basket was crispy and perfectly cooked, while the BBQ sliders were a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. One of our friends had the fried grouper, which looked delicious and was perfectly seasoned. Oh, and we can’t forget about the Bloody Marys! They were the perfect complement to our meal, refreshing and robust with just the right kick! All in all, this brunch experience was a blast! Great food, awesome service, and a cozy vibe. I can’t wait to go back! 🍽️🥂✨ #BrunchGoals #RoadKillIYKYK #AmazingEats #ThankYouBeth“

“First place we stopped on our trip was a gem! Amazing food, wonderful service! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Love Bailey B! She was amazing and awesome. Treated our group so well!“

“I’ve been here several times and always a great experience. Today I had to wait a little longer on my plate. The managers each came over to let me know and also offer me a free drink. I will come back regardless, but it was nice to have great customer service.“

“Absolutely amazing experience today! Delicious food and cocktails! Thank you Danielle for exceptional service. You made my day“

“nice quaint atmosphere great food a lot to from on the menu would recommend it“

“Our Server Juliana was charming, efficient and attentive in a great way. We 6 totally enjoyed the early-opening quiet, Kitchen provided great meal exactly as “Jules” ordered for us— all ensured every one of us was totally satisfied and serviced.
What an awesome selection of restaurant we made for our rendezvous to catch friends visiting the area who were driving north on I-75 heading home. Thank You Juliana & Applebee's.“

“Amanda is absolutely amazing!! Always have a great time when she’s our server“

“Heather, at the River Club Grill & Bar, served us the best buffalo wings this side of buffalo! They are really the best, in Sarasota/Bradenton! Meaty, saucy, and cooked perfectly! Do not change a thing 😊 The beef nachos were delicious too! Great service and affordable eats. Can't wait for our next visit!“

“food is awesome, service is friendly, highly recommend!“

“The best chicken I have ever eaten in my life. Wife and I will definitely eat there again. Highly recommended“

“Stayed in and ate here on a Tuesday night. I just got a salad and came out quick. The place really got busy, and Paul could hardly keep up. They really need a second person for these busy times as there was always someone waiting at the counter or on their food.Ate here again and pizza was very fast!“

“Hi this is the first time I had wrote a review on a restaurant because it's totally worthy it's the best pizza in Manatee County hands down fantastic homemade dough real quality mozzarella brick oven beautiful it's worth driving 30 miles for in my opinion University and whitfield's Sarasota 👍“

“Excellent service during Friday night dinner. Our waitress, Danielle, was friendly and provided fast service. Their sweet tea is THE BEST! We got loaded tots as an appetizer and they were so good! My pulled pork and baby back ribs were awesome, and both my girls enjoyed their kid's meals. Good place for the whole family and inexpensive.“

“prime rib special was delicious. reservations were at 6:15. it was so loud in the restaurant we couldn't talk to our friends at the table next time, I'm eating outside Then a couple came in with a southeastern guide dog who laid down by my leg I really didn't appreciate this since I am not a dog lover and it is an expensive place to eat.“

“great food like grandma and grandpa made it, great prices and friendly staff.“

“My wife and I came for dinner. The New Age Flatbread was AWESOME. Crust was amazing.. Shrimp Cocktail Great! and Osso Bucco was to die for! The meat fell off the bone and melted in you mouth. Kirby was our server and was just terrific.. She was friendly and very attentive.“

“The food and service did not disappoint. My wife had the mahi tuna salad. It was excellent and crunchy as described on the menu I had scallops. They were perfectly cooked and very tender. Service was very good. Everything arrived timely hot, and the waiter did not hover have eaten at hundreds of restaurants and this is one of the better onesnot exceptionally expensive and in a mall but quite good food and service and I highly recommend.“

“Far out fries is the definition of food truck food in my opinion! They have a great menu selection of old favorites as well as innovative options to try! I HIGHLY recommend the bacon cheeseburger egg rolls with the Cajun fries. I’m obsessed.“

“Food was great,but...The napkins were the worst smelling napkins I've ever come across,they literally smelled like a hospital gown“

“Totally worth the wait for their re-opening! Absolutely amazing food and cocktails and not as pricey as one would think! Amazing, knowledgeable staff…listen to what they say and you won’t be disappointed.“

“The Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant setting is spectacular. It is located at a gorgeous marina. The food is excellent and the staff are very attentive and friendly. There is inside and outside seating. They have a few tables that are built around a fire pit.“

“My sisters and I had lunch here and we were very happy with everything. Staff was extremely nice, the portion of the food was plenty and tasted great. Prices were really good too. We will definitely return to this restaurant.“

“Excellent service and food! My fav are their Chicken tenders w Honey mustard!“

“good place, but the dog on the bar/barstools has to go. every waitstaff person pets that dog and never wash their hands. if its a service animal, it needs to be on the floor, not being fed at the bar by employees and patrons, which i have witnessed.“

“It had been a few years since visiting this location. Staff was attentive, food was great.“