50 Best American Restaurants near Brookfield

“We had a large group just before lunchtime on a Saturday, and they were great about squeezing us in. Our server D was amazing, truly, and the other staff were helpful and attentive, too. The food was delicious, hot, fast, priced affordably. They have a large menu. We had some special diets in our group and there were enough options for them to find what they needed. I definitely would return and would recommend it to friends.“

“Great atmosphere! Amazing Service! Perfect for gathering here when meetups occur! I always bring a crowd of attendees with me from Galloping Ghost Arcade here for the fur meets I run just blocks down!“

“Incredible food with top notch service. I just ate the rest of my breakfast for dinner! Really enjoyed meeting and talking with the owner. The restaurant is decorated with care and is as clean as a whistle, including the ladies room. Can’t wait to come back soon and bring my husband. Also plenty of parking.“

“Sunday night; nice crowd. Food and drinks were good. Good Service too“

“If you are looking for a good burger, this is your place! The food and staff are incredible, highly recommend!!!“

“Very nice clean bar, love the warm welcoming feel and drink options. They have open mic every third Friday of the month. We really enjoy this neighborhood bar. Great bar service. Great staff, Daren and Neda are fantastic! They also have pizza from Waterworks! They have gaming machines, I like to play a few and have been lucky!
If your a Bloody Mary drinker they make a good one.. ?“

“So glad to find this place! They had me at "full vegan menu."

Comfortable seating, the place is spotlessly clean, and our server was wonderful (been there several times). The food is fantastic. Buffalo chicken 'wich was amazing. Spicy enough but they don't hit you over the head with it. The Italian meatball 'which is also great. The onion rings are the *best*. It seems like onion rings are always crispy on the outside but slimy on the inside, but these are 100% crispy and bite-able all the way through.

The Impossible burger is huge. Generous portions of everything, and made just right.

I've had two different local (Lyons) beers from the tap, both were excellent. So many great beers to choose from!

Seems like the perfect place to just get a drink at the bar, too.

This will definitely be a regular spot for us.

Vegetarian options: 100% full vegan menu available, no asking or searching. Yay!“

“Always a good time!!!! Great atmosphere“

“Tacos are unbelievable!“

“Great happy hour daily 5-6pm The burgers are so good !! Always fun“

“Good food, good variety. R&B classics playing in the background. What more could you ask?“

“The Chew was an amazing restaurant! Not only was the food amazing but the owners, Linda and Landy, and the staff were spectacular! We miss it so much! Truly an icon in our community!“

“there is a fantastic rock and roll brunch menu. the service is excellent. and I can highly recommend the Long Island Iced Teas.“

“First off Antonio and Dee were amazing! Friendly, acted like they knew us. The food... I don't have enough good things to say. Wings, medium heat, okra Foghorn sando hot, everything was so good. Mac and cheese.. amazing. If you like chicken you need to go here! Tender, juicy, FRESH and so flavorful! Thank you for showing me what I have been missing!“

“We have been to Melinda’s a couple times now and we absolutely love this place!!!! The atmosphere is welcoming and the service is amazing! Great live music on the weekends and trivia night was fun as well!“

“Went here last week. Great food and wine! Had the drunken shrimp, chicken giardiniera, and chicken piccata. 😋“

“Our server, Jodi, was fantastic. Service was prompt, never rushed and professional. The meal was great. Noise level was best I've experienced at any other restaurant I've been to in a very long time. Conversation was easy and never had to be loud.“

“Simon’s Restaurant & Bakery in Villa Park greets you with warm hospitality and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. I tried their Cream of Rice Soup, and wow—it was pure comfort in a bowl! Creamy, flavorful, and loaded with rice, it’s the perfect way to kick off your meal. For breakfast, I had the Spinach and Feta Omelette with crispy hashbrowns, and it did not disappoint. The omelette was fluffy, packed with fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese, and cooked to perfection. Paired with golden, crispy hashbrowns, it was an absolute treat! Simon’s is a neighborhood gem where you can count on great food, friendly service, and a relaxing atmosphere. Whether you're stopping in for breakfast, lunch, or just a pastry from their bakery, you won’t be disappointed. Highly recommend!“

“The food here is FANTASTIC. We ordered the stuffed banana peppers, coconut shrimp, salmon that’s on corn tamale cake (oh my goodness), seafood linguine, and lobster mac n cheese. We were both really impressed with how delicious all of the food was. Our waiter Jorge was so kind and attentive. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended.“

“Fry the Coop didn’t disappoint. Christy’s customer service was amazing. We drove 4 hours for this experience❤️🔥👌🏻“

“The best cheeseburgers ever!“

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I came before they were closing and he took care of me , I absolutely love JJ Fish & Chicken! Every time I go, I order the chicken tenders, and they are always fresh, hot, and perfectly seasoned. You can tell they take pride in the quality of their food. The customer service is excellent—everyone is friendly, welcoming, and quick to help. It’s hard to find a spot that consistently delivers great food and service, but JJ Fish & Chicken nails it every time. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious food and a great experience!“

“The wait staff and cooks are fast and friendly...the owners are outstanding! Can't wait to come back!“

“best crepes I've ever had,will be going back“

“Hello, this joint is so cool and cozy. Big restaurants are not always the best.... this place is small but poppin..... our customer service was over the top... sorry doll I forgot your name but you were awesome.... the food was yummy.... will definitely be back.... thank you Spooky Country House.... love it!!!

Parking: Great parking in back of joint.... so soothing and relaxing back there...“

“This place is great, but what makes it truly fantastic is the people-from the owner to the servers. You can feel the love between them and they go out of their way to make you feel like family.“

“I loved food, and very good variety of drinks and service is extraordinary Ana M. It was very attentive and gave us an excellent service [Original] Me encanto la comida, y muy buena variedad en bebidas la atencion y servicio es extraordinario ANA M. fue muy atenta y nos dio un excelente servicio“

“Best authentic Chicago breakfast spot around! Consistently high quality food for longer than l've been alive. You feel like you're eating at home when you eat here.“

“Great selection of American & Mediterranean. Falafel plate & Kefta kabobs were fantastic & prepared fresh. Unexpected array of dessert options, as well. Win!“

“The food and service were great! We had reservations.. thank god.. appetizers shrimp, crab cakes, fried green tomatoes. Meal: pork chops, Cajun salmon, sided creamed spinach, asparagus, Mexican corn..“

“Very good service and food!“

“We dined at Topaz in August 2024 and had a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. We were seated in a comfortable booth. A special mention goes to our server, Sasa, who was incredibly attentive and provided great suggestions. He even surprised us with complimentary limoncellos, which were absolutely delicious. For appetizers, we had the grilled octopus and hummus—both prepared to perfection and bursting with flavor. For the main course, we chose the Dover sole and Amish chicken. These dishes were exceptional and stood out as some of the best we've ever had. The potatoes served with the sole were also a delightful surprise. Portions were generous, and the prices were quite reasonable considering the quality and quantity of the food. We highly recommend Topaz and will definitely be returning!“

“Food is unique and tasteful.“

“The sweet sixteen is a must have!!!!!“

“The food and the service was fabulous!!!“

“Madison’s always exceeds my expectations! The wait staff are attentive and friendly. The latest server that we had named Colleen was great! The Mile high meatloaf, Fish tacos and the Walleye are just a few items that I recommend! I’ve been here many times and I will return many times!“

“very good 👍 service delicious coffee ☕️“

“This place is amazing. I got the Mexican omelette and it was everything I hoped it would be. The wait staff is outstanding and treat you how you want to be treated. They were very fast and the Mimosas are a huge draw. It’s worth every penny I don’t miss one cent of it. It’s always a good feeling when you don’t leave a restaurant disappointed with the taste. I’ll be coming here at least once a week from now on!“

“Love Prasino. They are so sweet. And I meet my cousins there a couple of times a year there because of the location. I go more frequently because I live close. But they always give us the table in the back. We stay a long time. And we are all treated well and they still serve breakfast itmems at lunch, so everyone is happy!“

“Their customer service is so kind and friendly. Drinks are good. Their food is DELICIOUS!! There hasn’t been a menu item we haven’t liked. They have plenty of table seating for the family. This is more than just a local tavern. We will definitely continue to come back. Their friendliness was what really has us hooked.“

“Fine folks - Good staff workers that take photographs as well“

“Blueberry Wine is awesome!!“

“Great space, food and staffing. Intentional and reward project worthy of your patronage.“

“On August 16, 2024 my dear friend Eberta Wright celebrated her 103 birthday. We celebrated it at The Lazy Dog Restaurant in the Highlands were we used to go for lunch every Sunday after church. Our waiter was always Carlos. One Sunday he told me to let him know when she was to celebrate her next birthday because he wanted to do something special for her. I called him and told him it was here so he talked to his manager and WOW!!!!! Kyla, Alexa, Andrea and Carlos put together a spectacular birthday celebration. Mrs. Wright and I both were so surprised and delighted with what they did. The decorations, the gorgeous flowers the cupcakes that Kyla made and decorated to spell out her birth year. Everything was just wonderful. Carlos came in on his day off and got to have lunch with us. He is a very special young man. In fact everyone there is very special. The Lazy Dog will always be my number one restaurant not just because of the good food but because they are a group of very special people.“

“This is a neighborhood staple! Good food great people!“

“Great staff. Excellent service. Breakfast available all day.“

“We recently got married at The Elm this past weekend (10/13/2024) and can't express in words how satisfied we were with their service. Starting from the first day that we went to see The Elm we were treated with the upmost respect and professionalism. We had our ceremony in the Kensington room, and our reception in the Madison room. The atmosphere and vibe of both rooms was everything that we could hope for. The staff was incredible, the food/drinks were AMAZING, and our guests had nothing but positive feedback. WE HIGHLY RECOMMED THIS PLACE FOR A WEDDING AND/OR ANY OTHER EVENT.“

“The host cashier at the door is very nice and very inviting!! I've had one waiter & two other waitresses since I've been coming there and they're all awesome!!! I do not think I've ever had one bad experience and I've been going there for a while for 3 months.. keep up the awesome work you guys are out doing there!!“

“Great Place. Love the food and great service.“

“Went for breakfast. Had their Saturday breakfast special. Came with eggs, hash browns, sausage patties, toast and surprisingly a taco. Everything was delicious and the tacos were to die for. The employees were great and he even brought more tacos for the table!“