14 Best American Restaurants near Waterloo

Mr BBQ at Mystic Oak Golf Course American • $
643 Ridge Rd, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken & Pulled Pork Sandwich with Fries Okra & Bakes Beans
Mac & Cheese Bites
Catfish Sandwich
Cheeseburger
Cod Sandwich
French Fries
Onion Rings
Pork Steak

“We had a party of 7, and we all got the fish last night with sides. Food was 5 stars including the pretzel app (highly recommend- that cheese sauce chefs kiss). They were very busy so it took a while to get our drinks and food but we didn’t mind. Our server was so friendly. Love the limited Friday lent menu. Highly recommend.“

4.4 Superb25 Reviews
Annbriar's Smokehouse Restaurant American • $
1524 Birdie Ln, Waterloo

“August 23, 2024 First time playing Annbriar & loved it. Tees, fairways & greens were in very good condition! I really liked the layout with many uphill & downhill shots required. Elec carts & GPS?“

4.2 Good5 Reviews
Applebee's Grill + Bar American • $
923 IL-3, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Honey Pepper Chicken with Macaroni and Cheese
Bacon Ranch Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Bourbon Street Chicken and Shrimp
Boneless Chicken Wings Hot Honey
Half a Rack of Ribs w Fries
Bourbon Chicken and Shrimp
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Steak Smashed Potatoes
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Three Cheese Penne

“I have always found the staff here to be super friendly, some are a little more attentive than others but the service is generally good. I ordered the fish and chips. Our server stated the fish comes with fries, I wasn’t sure how to take that as I have a noticeable British accent. The fries were a little dry but the food was hot and fish was
good. The restaurant is also clean and well maintained.“

4.2 Good58 Reviews
Gallagher's Restaurant American • $$
114 W Mill St, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken
Family Style Fried Chicken
Sunday Chicken Dinner
Bacon Jam Bruschetta
Sunday Fried Chicken
Duck Confit Eggrolls
Fried Green Beans
Baseball Sirloin
Truffle Fries
Chicken Wings

“great food and staff were amazing“

4.2 Good354 Reviews
Denny's Diner • $
959 IL-3, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Steak w Gravy Eggs and Hash Browns
Stack of Salted Caramel Banana Pancakes
55 Scrambled Eggs & Cheddar Breakfast
Jr Chocolate Chip Pancake Breakfast
Loaded Breakfast Sandwich Bundle
Breakfast Platter w Hot Cakes
Philly Cheesesteak Omelette
Country-Fried Steak Dinner
Fresh Seasonal Fruit
Cali Club Sandwich

“My server Kailey was very quick with service and I had an excellent time“

4.1 Good205 Reviews
Reinhardt's Restaurant & Lounge American • $
201 W Madison St, Millstadt - 9.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Soft Tacos Fried Tacos & Nacho Supreme
Bone in Wings
Fried Chicken
Onion Rings
Fish Plate
Cod Fish
Sandwich
Burger
Pizza

“Food is pretty good... some days are better than others.... but daily specials and large selection are awesome. Service is always good and the interior decor and atmosphere are cool... not too many young drunks, not too many old drunks... a good mix of mostly chill people. A millstadt staple now.“

4.6 Superb25 Reviews
Reifschneider's Grill and Grape American • $
608 N Main St, Columbia - 8.26 miles

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheese Steak and Fries
Steak and Mashed Potatoes
Louie Cheeseburger
Brick Oven Pizza
Buffalo Yard Bird
Chicken Modiga
Reuben Sandwich
Legend Burger
Grilled Cheese
Chicken Wings

“When asking a friend "Whats good here?" She said Cole slaw of all things. Turns out, they do have really good Cole slaw. Wings were pretty good. Buffalo chicken wrap had some chewy/tough overcooked tenders inside, but the presentation was nice. I hear the pulled pork is good.“

4.5 Superb85 Reviews
Spike's Public House American • $
4 E Washington St, Millstadt - 9.22 miles

Customers` Favorites

Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Spikes Sauce
Ribeye Sandwich and Waffle Fries
Blackened Shrimp Tacos
House Made Onion Rings
Award Winning Chili
Neighborhood Nachos
Mozzarella Triangles
Pulled Pork Nachos
The Cuban Sandwich
Crawfish Nibblers

“Just visited for the first time. Great atmosphere, awesome staff, nice menu! We will be regulars!!“

4 Good69 Reviews
Hank & Lilly's Creekside Bar & Grill • $
1026 Main St, Maeystown - 8.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gizzards Liver and Fried Okra
Fried Cauliflower
Big Cod Sandwich
Burger and Okra
Steak Sandwich
Cod Cut UPS

“fabulous place, food was great, friendly atmosphere!“

4.8 Superb34 Reviews
West Park Bowl And Columbia City Saloon American • $$
1101 Valmeyer Rd, Columbia - 8.32 miles

“Volleyball league is a good time.“

4.8 Superb30 Reviews
Otts Tavern Bar & Grill • $
20 E Washington St, Millstadt - 9.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fish and Chips with Jalapenos Hush Puppies
Cheeseburger with French Fries
Boneless Chicken Wings
Jalapeno Hush Puppies
Jumbo Shrimp PO' Boy
Jumbo Shrimp Plate
Burger and Fries
Fish Sandwich
Fish Sammich
Extra Shrimp

“If you haven’t tried Terry’s tacos, you are missing out! They are awesome! Especially liked the chips.👍“

4.6 Superb78 Reviews
Café on the Abbey Cafe • $
322 S Main St, Columbia - 7.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Turkey Sandwich
Biscuits and Gravy
Nun's Habit Coffee
Bavarian Burrito
Belgian Waffle
Cinnamon Roll
Eggs Benedict
Fresh Fruit
Cobb Salad
Cheesecake

“Friendly staff, optional outside dining(weather permitting). the Mimosa flights are good. The Arkansas kicker is my go-to no matter how it's made.“

4.4 Superb69 Reviews
Washy's Pub Bar • $
210 S Main St, Columbia - 7.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Dinner
Down-Home Pot Roast
Cheeseburger
Hamburger
Nachos
Salad

“We are full-time RVers who, while traveling around the US, are in search of the best cheeseburger and have a rating system of The Best (only 1 rated), Very Good, Good, OK, and Not Impressed. While at our home base in Southern Illinois, we were in the Columbia, IL, area and Googled “hamburger restaurants.” We saw Washy’s Pub had good burger reviews, so decided to give them a try for lunch. Washy’s has a simple bar atmosphere with about a dozen tables. We ordered their Classic burger with me having American cheese and my wife pepperjack. We also requested lettuce, pickles, and sliced onions. The handmade patties were about 10 oz (good sized), nicely seasoned, cooked to order, charbroiled, and served on a nicely-toast fresh bun. I had their skinny-style battered fries and my wife had onion rings. The burgers came out hot and were super tasty due the meat seasoning. We’re not sure what seasoning they used, but it worked! My wife’s burger was just a tiny bit better than mine due the pepperjack they use. The fries and onion rings were among the best we’ve had as well. We rated the burgers (even without a special sauce), fries, and onion rings Very Good. The service was also top notch.“

4.1 Good48 Reviews
Top Shooters Sports Bar Sports Bar • $
531 Old Rte 3, Columbia - 10.49 miles

Customers` Favorites

Jalapeño Cream Cheese Burger
Philly Cheesesteak & Tots
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Club
Pizza Quesadilla
Supreme Pizza
Buffalo Wings
Pretzel Bites
Chicken Wings
Fried Pickles

“Went here last Saturday to watch a football game and have nothing but good things to say. The space is huge, plenty of TVs and activities. The service is what impressed me the most. Every server that walked by our table asked if we needed anything. We enjoyed the food, shot special and the machines!“

4.1 Good53 Reviews