50 Best American Restaurants in Buford

“Aqua Terra Bistro in Buford offers delicious seafood, perfectly cooked steaks, and an excellent selection of cocktails. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service is attentive without being rushed. It’s the perfect place for a special night out or a relaxed dinner with friends.“

“Doesn’t matter what I order, A1 Service and Class A Food“

“I use to be a cook and I travel all over to eat since I'm able to now in my life. I can tell you the food is very good you must try it hell I try a fee meals“

“Can eat Buffalo“

“For me - this is the best restaurant on Lake Lanier. Love the Buffalo chicken pizza - just add bacon. The salmon BLT is so tasty, too. Hard to go wrong at Twisted Oar.“

“First time, I reserve ahead of time to celebrate my wife birthday, so they had our table ready and a nice Happy birthday sing at our table, service was great and the food was great 👍🏼. To end up the night with a complementary dessert. Thank you!“

“Great little spot and very fast service. Got the bacon double cheese burger and it was very, very good! Best part, it was cheaper than some crappy Ronald M burger! Been here twice and it was great both times. Gotta try their breakfast next!“

“we came in town for a meeting for some WWE stuff and made our way to your place the name was what cought us. we had a young girl by the name of Averanna 5 out of 5 knock out service Mahalo“

“The Father's Day Celebration started yesterday with dinner at Bubba33! There was something on the menu for everyone in our party of 6! Everyone enjoyed their choices and had leftovers for later. The host was warm and gracious. Jayden, our server was attentive and kind! The atmosphere was great! All the stars for Bubba33 in Buford, GA!“

“Our waiter Quinnshawn was amazing. He kept our drinks full and the biscuits coming. He recommended a mixture of 2 sauces that was out of this world. The food was a 10 all the way around. At the end they surprised us with a happy anniversary desert. ( we were celebrating our anniversary.) Thank you Quinnshawn and the red lobster family for being a major part of making our day special!“

“Their burgers are heavenly. The staff is really nice and the atmosphere is very welcoming🥰“

“The food is great and has many options and the chicken is crunch and delicious along with the hot mashed potatoes and great corn bread

Vegetarian options: There could be a full meal for vegetarians

Kid-friendliness: Very kind and good with kids and no bad words“

“This gusto! is my go-to place for when I’m hungry, want something healthy, and need a little break. I enjoy the variety of flavor profiles that gusto! covers. I particularly love the Polynesian chilli mango bowl, and my husband loves the Chipotle mango avocado bowl. The staff here is also very friendly.“

“EXCELLENT BBQ! I Stopped by for a quick lunch. Being a huge bbq connoisseur, I enjoy going to every bbq place i can find around North GA. Tom was smoking the brisket at this location and it absolutely is the best brisket ive had! Tender and juicy, with great seasoned flavor. Most places that claim to have good bbq just have dry brisket.
I also got some pulled pork, smoked turkey, and smoked sausage.
The pork was good, and the seasoning added a nice flavor. The turkey was great! I expected it to be dry and it was also tender and moist. The smoked sausage i expected to be spicy, as is most, and its not very spicy, but also not overly juicy like most.
Lastly i got the banana pudding which comes topped with a caramel glaze and some cinnamon whipped cream. Excellent dessert!
10/10 recommend City BBQ in Buford!“

“The best BBQ, brisket, and chicken I’ve had in as many years as I can think. Their slaw and Mac-n-cheese was spot-on as well. Very friendly folks with fast service. Prices are reasonable.“

“10/10 great experience, ask for Alec as a server! Good food, good prices, great service.“

“This was our first time in today. Service was great and staff were very friendly. Food was excellent and well priced for the quantity. I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“I love 💕 37 Main the staff is so friendly and welcoming especially Rob at the door!! The bands are always amazing!! I highly recommend this place for good times and great music!!“

“Great service, good to great food and a busy-under-control atmosphere. Always good to have a reservation. Let me tell 'ya brothers 'n sisters, there SHOULD BE ONE OF THESE IN OUR CLOSE LOCALITY. We hit some high places and others on our Sunday Brunch research, this is one of the better places we visit. We have been to a couple locations with great to greater results every time. This location is near the Mall of Georgia, pretty close in real terms. The DO have reservations, so it makes it a pleasure to go, to be seated quickly and have good service, a full bar and a competent kitchen staff.. This time our waitress was Kashmir and she was the best. We also had a Chance to talk to the AG (Assistant Goddess) Pam, she remembered us from our past visit-months ago, and was both cordial and helpful. We DO NOT forget good staff. The food was all on point, my Avocado Eggs Benedict was terrific with a good amount of Cheesy Hollandaise sauce and perfect poached eggs. Deanne's omelette was terrific, so was her pancake --she said. Bill's Crab-Cake Eggs Benedict was just right. The coffee's were great, and the brunch cocktails were some of the best we encounter on our weekly brunch-hunt.. Kudos to you and your staff, Snooze.....“

“I really have seen a change in them in past 3 better service and pretties of waitresses of all. And great relax atmosphere definitely will go there more!“

“The food is always amazing“

“It was very busy so we sat at the community table.But was fun talking to others and the food was great! We will be going back! 😃“

“Todo espectacular la comida los cócteles, la atención.“

“Passion fruit mojitos and passion fruit martinis for the ladies were actually quite good. Wasn't certain how the whole mojito thing would turn out, but yes, quite good.

Herb crusted salmon was plated interestingly and executed perfectly. Kids pizza was exactly as advertised and our five year old dining companion ate all but a couple bites. The two steak dishes were amazing with a perfect medium rare. The chicken was moist, well seasoned, with a great sauce.

A big hit from the beginning was the lettuce wraps. Appetizers: some assembly required. Always a favorite and the three different sauces allow you to customize it even more.

Dessert... hey, the name IS Cheesecake Factory! Godiva chocolate cheesecake will satisfy any chocolate cravings! We also got the apple crisp for something different and that was good as well... but I think it will be cheesecake all around for dessert next time!“

“Had a fantastic ladies luncheon with excellent delivery service from Cracker Barrel. The food arrived on time! The order was correct! The food was hot and tasty and enjoyed by all!“

“great food fast,recommended“

“Yes I love our customers and my co-workers.“

“This place has delicious chicken tenders! I love this place and go here to celebrate things. The chicken tenders are big, juicy, and perfectly cooked with spicing. They have great chicken wraps, as we always get them when we come. I highly recommend going here if you want to celebrate something or if you are craving anything from chicken to steak! The waiters are fast and kind, it is never too packed with people, and the place is nice and clean. I love and will continue to go to this place!“

“This is truly a hidden gem! I went around 8pm before the rush and the customer service was absolutely amazing! I was serviced by Taylor and was very attentive and had amazing energy! If you’re ever in the area check them out and ask for Taylor!“

“We had a very great and wonderful experience with Chef Brian
He made us a very special meal, wonderful dishes. He is so educated and kind.
The pasta is amazing even better than in Italy.
Great mood and atmosphere!
It’s been a long time since I had the same experience to have the very best Italian food nearby the lake in Georgia!“

“We eat at Golden Corral often and on holidays. Their salad is awesome. Love the meatloaf chicken and seafood. The day manager yesterday on Fathers Day was right on with finding my family of 20 seats. Even though they were very busy we were took care of efficiently. The manager is always so kind. Good job I give Golden Corral a high five. ✋🏻“

“I can't say enough good things about this place! Everything we ordered was AHHHHHHMAZING! The staff was incredible and it immediately felt like home! We're here for 2 nights and plan to eat here again tomorrow! Yes, it's that good and the atmosphere is wonderful and homey! Plan to eat here if you're in the neighborhood! ❤🤤“

“5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
My girlfriend and I had an unforgettable dining experience at Bullfrogs Bar & Grille, located inside the beautiful Legacy at Lanier Islands Resort. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and incredible service.
We were lucky to be served by Fabi and Steve, who were absolutely phenomenal throughout the evening. They were friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Their service was the perfect combination of professionalism and warmth, they checked on us just the right amount, offered great recommendations, and made sure we were completely satisfied with everything.
We ordered the salmon, and it was truly outstanding perfectly cooked, fresh, and full of flavor. You could taste the quality in every bite. The presentation was beautiful, and the portion size was just right. Combined with the cozy yet vibrant atmosphere of the restaurant, it made for a perfect night out.
The setting at Legacy Lanier Islands added to the experience — a beautiful location, relaxing vibes, and the perfect place for a romantic dinner or special occasion.
A big thank you to Fabi and Steve for making our night so special. We left feeling happy, full, and truly cared for. We’ll absolutely be coming back, and we highly recommend Bullfrogs Bar & Grille at Legacy at Lanier Islands Resort to anyone visiting the area. You won’t be disappointed!“

“This Waffle House is top notch and the staff are always friendly, attentive and quick! We stop in on very busy Saturday mornings and are always impressed by how well the team performs. Nina gets it right every time! This location is great and their latest public health score is 100. Who could ask for more?“

“The staff is always friendly and the service is quick. Food is hot and delicious. Love this place!“

“Great service, great food and extremely fair prices, not to mention the drinks are really good! We go thee 3-4 times a week. I highly recommend it!“

“Me and my son ate here prior to seeing a movie.
I had the royal ed robin burger it was really good and cooked perfectly like I requested. My son had the kids meal pepperoni pizza on the pizza a detail that we didn't know was they before cooking add a rosemary seasoning/sauce that gives it a flavor that he didn't like but the manager was awesome and offered to remake the pizza without the rosemary season sauce. Overall good experience and would eat there again if at the mall.“

“the best thing about this restaurant is a waitress named bethany lol! its also immaculately clean and run by the best manager and district manager“

“I eat at this Waffle House 3 to 4 times a week. All of the staff is awesome: Candy, Preston, Jessica, Jackie always are attentive and check with me regularly. (I drink a lot of coffee) Food is great also“

“First time there. I had a location near me in Lawrenceville that closed a couple of years ago😔 The atmosphere and service here was terrific. The food was good...not quite as good as the one that use to be near me but definitely worth experiencing. I would recommend them to anyone in the area.“

“The food truck and the crew did absolutely fantastic. They were early. Everyone commented how good it was. The lines were short. The pager system worked great for our set up. the booking process was very professional.“

“Their food was great. the fact they delivered to the campsite was wonderful.
We had fish and fries and fish tacos both were perfect. we also got chicken fingers and they were good also. We had been to the restaurant just for a drink before today and the service and atmosphere were fabulous. Sitting outside looking at the water.“

“Very good food only thing I would say is their wings need to get bigger . Gave us more than enough fries, but their wings. You need to get a little bit bigger… super great people. very fast at getting the order out very nice and patient but their wings need to get bigger.“

“muy buen servicio, hay variedad de comida 😉“

“Celebrated my sons birthday here. Great experience and took my entire team of Concrete Professionals.“

“service was very slow food was good“

“Our small group has met here several times per month for years and we always have the best service! Food is consistently good, they have several specials that are a great value, and plenty of choices on the menu. Will definitely keep coming back!“

“wonderful experience... gave the cook a $20 tip!!!“

“Our waitress Ashley was absolutely 💯 fabulous. We had a large party with 3 birthdays and she got all orders out quickly birthday songs sang loudly and she made sure to address any dietary issues or allergies. Excellent customer service all around.“

“D. R. U. G. S. all the workers were on drugs....3 or 4 females including the manager were strung out on meth during my visit yesterday. (I'm guessing the substance obviously, but my guess seems logical) They threatened to call the police for asking the manager's name! This Buford Ga location has really gone downhill and it's a shame!“