50 Best American Restaurants near Manalapan

“We had a family dinner of five at Angle this past June. It was our first time at Angle (but not at the Eau), and from the minute the valet picked up our car to the minute he brought it back, it was an exceptional experience. Since it was the off-season, it was not crowded at all, which was nice. The soft piano music was a lovely touch. The wait staff was phenomenal, the food was incredible, and the great attention to detail was not lost on us. It was the small things, like the tree stand for the to go bag, the beautiful boxed chocolates that came with the bill, the acknowledgment of our special event, the greeting of “Mr.”, etc. The dining room is spotless, well spaced out, and comfortable. There were several people working, but it never felt crowded or like you were being watched. I only took a few pictures of what we ordered because we started eating immediately because it was so delicious. Lol. We are still sad that Polpo closed, but we loved Angle and will definitely be back.“

“We are currently staying at Eau Palm Beach Resort for our vacation and chose Breeze Ocean Kitchen to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Unfortunately, the experience fell well below the standards we expected from a luxury resort.

The pizza was clearly burnt (see photo). Our server insisted this was intentional and even suggested it was due to the dough fermentation process, but this was obviously not authentic Neapolitan pizza, it was simply burnt. While other staff members were friendly, our server’s dismissive attitude made the situation worse.

It’s disappointing that a special birthday celebration was affected by poor food quality and the way our concern was handled. We expected much better from a resort of this caliber.

Update: After I posted my review, the restaurant’s management called me personally to discuss our experience. They listened carefully to our concerns, sincerely apologized, and invited us back for dinner the following evening. Unfortunately, we were checking out the next morning, so we couldn’t accept their invitation.

Their genuine concern and personal follow up made a lasting impression. While our original dinner fell short of expectations, the way they handled the situation afterward demonstrated a true commitment to guest satisfaction. Because of the professionalism and care they showed in making things right, I’m updating my review to 5 stars. I only wish we had been able to take them up on their invitation before leaving.“

“Our waiter was fantastic and the timely service superb!“

“This restaurant is absolutely amazing! From the ambiance to the food, I can't help but admire it. Every bite was a delight, especially the red snapper sashimi, gnocchi, and fennel salad the flavors were truly unforgettable. The atmosphere is so cozy and stylish, you won't want to leave once you sit down. I'll definitely be back; this is a hidden gem!“

“4 of us had dinner at Belle and Maxeell’s Saturday night, May 28, 2022. This was our 2nd visit. It won’t be our last. As before, the food was extraordinary. Unfortunately, as so many restaurants, right now, they were severely short handed however, we truly never noticed. The servers took exceptional care of us. Topping off our meal was THE BEST RICOTTA CHEESECAKE we’ve ever eaten. Thank you Belle and Maxwell's for making my Birthday special.“

“Nice atmosphere, good food and drinks, but absolutely horrendous, and i mean, horrendous, service. Likely the worst ive had in south florida. I refuse to go back. Every step of the experience was painstakingly slow“

“Mission BBQ catered our wedding. The food was amazing! Amanda and her team at the boynton beach location were professional. They were upfront with their costs and reasonable. They organized coordinated and had everything done with the venue to ensure that everything was taken care off and that our wedding ran smoothly. I would highly recommend them for your events!“

“Always good food and beautiful outside area“

“Healthy meets tasty!!! I'll be back again.“

“China was an amazing waitress. I cannot express how exceptional of a server she was. We had an Awesome experience because of her.“

“The First Class World Class Five Star Services- Colony Hotel Palm Beach. My 2nd Season in a row; will do it over and over again.“

“They are our favorite go to Deli ! The best Reuben and Rachel sandwiches ever ♥️♥️“

“Great place to get a cheap drink“

“My first experience dining here, read the reviews and they sounded good so decided to book a reservation. Arrived at the restaurant had to park four blocks away parking is atrocious. The hostess was busy talking on her phone, never a good sign. Sat down finally, decided on an appetizer and some entrees the waiter came back and said they were out of the appetizer, started off bad. Very limited fish dishes, ordered a steak dish and a fish dish,nothing spectacular and it was tough we did not say anything to the waiter the whole situation from beginning to end a total disappointment, couldn't wait to leave, actually felt nauseated after leaving after eating my fish with risotto, it was so greasy. Very loud place hard to have a conversation.I don't know what the hype is about this place because the prices do not match the food quality or the presentation. Would not recommend nor would I go back ever. The whole vibe was uninspiring and the atmosphere was just not a good experience or fun. I guess if you're a drinker this place might be fun but if you're not it makes waiting for your entree for 45 minutes more excruciating, was not impressed about anything about this place and I wanted to be. Note to manager find a Hostess that seems like she's interested in seating people and not talking on the phone. I could honestly say I had better food at the gas station on the way into town, the homemade empanadas there were amazing. All I can say to people is beware of reviews you'll get burned I know I have on several occasions. I've run into people who absolutely love this place while I've been in town, wish I could say the same. maybe I was there on an off night but waiting 45 minutes for an entree when three of their tables were seated and served before I was seemed a little strange. the wait staff seem tired and uninspired.“

“I have never had bad meal the customer service is fantastic. The staff goes beyond customer satisfaction.“

“We had a lot of fun, BUT the ball machine was broken, and the above light half out not to mention, they double charged us on my credit card. So BEWARE they charge you at the bay for rental and food/drink when you leave and then ghost charge you later for the bay rental again with the card you reserved with. They don't answer the phones there or call back if you leave a message, so you have to do a dispute with your bank. SO pay attention and CHECK YOUR CC CHARGES Very unsavory business practice.“

“Avalon is a must! Beautiful atmosphere and the bar manager was awesome! 🥂🥂“

“I enjoyed my evening very much! My friend/brother from Atlanta flew into town and made reservations for all his friends in the area to meet here. My husband and I arrived and parking was a challenge. Once we were in the restaurant, though, sitting outside, the breeze, the water, the scenery - everything felt right. My husband and I had calamari and chicken wings. Top it all off with a rum runner and the night was delightful! Good food and good conversation - can't beat it. Thank you, Deck 84, for a lovely evening!“

“Outstanding addition to an Order In list and a definite first choice go-to! Some friends wanted to visit another establishment in PBG; I chose the better, cheaper & delicious option! Reasonably priced w/delivery and quick delivery - Bolay Bol WPB has another fan!“

“Great staff! Very friendly!“

“By far, my favorite spot in Delray Beach 🏝️ The staff are wonderful and the ambience is second to none. I highly recommend!“

“The bar is great... friendly and healthy drinks. It is one of those places where everyone is a new friend.“

“Had a wonderful experience at this restaurant for the first time! The food was delicious, the service was friendly, and the atmosphere was welcoming. I really enjoyed my visit and would definitely come back again. I highly recommend giving this place a try. Our waitress was phenomenal😃“

“Bri-- bartender is sweet and on top of everything“

“Awesome service! Great atmosphere! Amazing Food!“

“the best Sheppard pie and chicken noodles 🍜“

“Our server, Adriana was fantastic! She was very pleasant and attentive. Really appreciate the friendly service and positive attitude. Will definitely be back during her shift. Thank you.“

“I would highly recommend Table 26. Today was my husband and I first time eating there. The service was amazing and the food superb and delicious!“

“Very great place to dine. The music was great by both DJ's and the food didn't disappoint. If you're a whiskey drinker this is the place to go!“

“We took my father here for his 80th birthday brunch last Sunday (he loves a good whiskey drink). We sat on the patio. Gary our server was fantastic! And the manager/owner even made it a point to stop by our table and wish my father a happy birthday. We really appreciate how special you guys made him feel! Thank you so much. 💗“

“This place is a gem! Love the owners, the bartenders and all of the staff - it's a great place to go sit, relax and enjoy a meal.“

“I had an amazing experience at The Grove! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the service was excellent. Everything from start to finish was memorable, and you can tell a lot of care goes into creating such a great dining experience. I highly recommend The Grove and can’t wait to come back!“

“After being a Maryland graduate, I had to check this place out on my Delray Beach vacation. The beer selection/and pick your own format from the coolers was awesome. Pairing any beer with the Honey Jalapeno Old Bay wings and boardwalk fries is a delight.“

“Had a nice breakfast at the monkey bar, it was great. I’m not one for coffee, but the iced latte was amazing. The service was great! We had Regina & Vlad, I believe those were their names. They were both so so nice & the whole family had a great experience!“

“Yummy food. Yummy Drinks.“

“The food is always delicious and creative!“

“The absolute nicest restaurant owners on "the Island". The food is made with love and you can really tell the difference! Whenever I'm in Palm Beach, im trying to come back here for lunch.“

“Everything is always fantastic!“

“Que laven mejor los cubiertos por favor , por qué me tocó sucio“

“Banter is a great spot within the Canopy hotel to grab a quick breakfast in the morning, which is what I did, or happy hour after work. Loved the wide open and bright space of this establishment which is located right in the lobby area of the hotel.“

“Nice place had breakfast this morning and everything was great, Keep up the great work I will be back often. Ps Its hard to find a restaurant that is as good as this was. TRY it you'll see.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Good food, good drinks and sports, and the best crew! Amy is the definition of pure graciousness and bartending acumen! Sarah, Dana, and Amy behind the bar is a big plus too They are one of the reasons I come to Duffy's. 😎🎸“

“Tony is remarkable, courteous, funny , very attentive , very professional, and all around great dude !! Really love the guys he makes my visits to Duffy's very enjoyable!! Plz keep him he is huge asset to your company!! ??“

“What a great find! Julie was so friendly and helpful. I had the duck which had been recommended by friends. Absolutely amazing! It's a very small restaurant, so definitely make reservations. Just fabulous!“

“We found Mom’s by accident a few years ago We forgot where we were at the time, however we kept trying to find our way back. We were at Sylvester Cancer Center in Deerfield and had a conversation with a couple from out of state. They said they had the best breakfast and would be going back until they leave to go home. We asked and once they described Mom’s Kitchen we knew we were back. Now six months later we are there probably 3 nights a week for dinner. Missing the diner style home cooking restaurants. We drive from Boca…..it’s so worth it. The food, the service the atmosphere. Wow!“

“Great People Excellent Food highly recommend“

“Raw Macadamia 'Egg' Salad!! This is really quite nice. I ordered an extra side of dressing & got the 'Garlic Aioli' & the 'Maple Miso'. I don't care for the 'Maple Miso'. Overall, 9.2 /10. xx“

“Very noisy and crowded but the best Cuban food. Best to get there at 5:30. Outside is too close to the street, noisy there too.“

“The waitress was great and the place is dog friendly this place was solid“

“Highly recommend Lucille's to everyone, especially if you like ribs!! Great atmosphere, Great service and Amazing food!!“