50 Best American Restaurants near Forest Hill

“Excellent pit beef, large serving ,made to your liking,friendly staff and owner! We will definitely be back!“

“Great burgers and crab cakes. Family friendly. Dare to try something outside the ordinary. Good food in a bowling alley restaurant! Wow! Private parties can be catered as well both inside the restaurant or on the bowling lanes with special set up! The chef can prepare whatever you like!“

“Ordered catering for a party everything turned out amazing and staff were very helpful.“

“Staff and service is superb with great recommendations. Food is really good. Ambience is very nice inside. Prices are affordable, and you can get some of their wine and food to take home if available in their store next door. We took home the honey nut jam that we had with our cheese board for desert and loved it. We can have at home now too with some of the wine we brought home.“

“We drove up from NC to see our favorite The Kelly Bell Band. it was a bit confusing when we got there because there was already a show going on and the venue had no parking outside and no seating inside. we learned that what was supposed to be a free outside show had been moved inside. The staff taking tickets were so wonderful! lots of people were upset and giving the little girl a hard time. she was very patient even when they weren't. She gave them information and dealt very well with their aggravation. the wait staff inside the concert room were also great dealing with the madness. we had a wonderful time even though we never got served. we completely understood as the wait staff was doing everything they could. we had no problem ordering and getting our drinks from the bar and while we would have loved to have eaten, it was no problem stopping at McDonald's on our way back to the hotel. I would definitely return to this venue. I just want to give praise again to the staff for their calm and coolness during the madness and chaos of dealing with disgruntled patrons.“

“Ate solo; shepard pie was very good and a generous size. Atmosphere is casual, kinda locals only; service (2 gals) was friendly & prompt.

Vegetarian options: Minimal vegetarian options

Parking: Located in golf course club house; open to public but prob mostly members.“

“Cute little market, the sliders were delicious but the roast beef sandwich was ok.
The staff was nice but I came in with 2 children and the only 4 seater table was taken by a couple of 2. My husband asked if we could sit on the a bistro side and they referred us outside even though they share a building and kitchen.“

“I love the vibe here. This restaurant is set to be like a ski lodge. Some tables have ski lift seats! It is a large venue that is broken into sections, making it feel small and intimate. The food is amazing and the main reason to try this place. My favorites include the burgers, mozzarella balls, and the crab? Corn chowder. When you do, I know that you will return. The servers are great as well.“

“I just have to share the fantastic experience we had tonight. My husband and I went to The Local around 6:30 pm (prime time without reservations lol). The only available seats were a high top table in the bar area. They asked us if that was ok and we said “sure”. Within a minute or so after being seated, it became apparent that our vision of a nice relaxing dinner would be impossible in that room. The Preakness was about to begin, and that bar was loud and hopping! Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining, I love to see people enjoying themselves. It was a party, but just wasn’t our vibe tonight. We decided we would go elsewhere. We politely informed the hostess that we were going to leave because it was just a tad too noisy, but that we would definitely return again soon. We stressed that we were not mad, or upset. As we were walking to our car, a very nice gentleman followed us out and asked if we would consider returning if they could sit us elsewhere. We said “Of course!” We didn’t think there were any other available tables, but he said they would work something out for us. We told him we didn’t expect them to go out of their way for us and that we could wait. Within five minutes, we were seated at a lovely table in the dining room. We later learned the gentleman that helped us was none other than the owner/ executive chef Zack. We went on to have a delicious dinner with the most attentive and charming server. They demonstrated exemplary customer service, which sadly is lacking in many other establishments. We weren’t expecting any special treatment, but they certainly went above and beyond for us, and it was very much appreciated! When we were leaving, Zack happened to be outside, so he made sure to ask how our experience was. We told him it was amazing, and that his restaurant has been one of our favorites since it opened. We told him we would be back soon. Our experience there tonight is just one of many examples why this restaurant stands out, and why we will always highly recommend them! Thank you all so much for proving customer service is not a dying art!“

“As a couple that semi frequently travels and have been to Cracker Barrel facilities in multiple states. On 1/11/2024 we ordered breakfast and waited in less than 16 minutes our meal was served and it was the best meal we've ever enjoyed everything was hot and tasty even the coffee. Great food great service great experience keep that cook happy and you'll stay busy. 😀“

“if someone gets up and leaves something over their glass, they are coming back. If you throw it out, you owe them a new drink, not an attitude.“

“Best Service! Best Ribs! Best Deserts!!“

“Went for breakfast and was not disappointed. Started with some fried green tomatoes that were perfect! Then our food came... 😳 The amount of food we got for what we paid was crazy! HUGE PORTIONS! The Huevos Rancheros were absolutely delicious. Hubs got a Monte Cristo and could only eat half of it. Our waitress was very friendly and took great care of us. 10/10! We will definitely return ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Enjoyed the delicious Maryland Club sandwich and a tasty Caesar salad. Ms. Rachel and the wait staff were amazing and welcoming. The Brunch Menu offers a few tasty options, as well. No matter what you choose, your meal will be a joy to your palette. Will surely return soon.“

“Great experience! Stopped here while visiting our son. We had the O MY CURDS appetizer to share. My son and daughter each had the vintage burger. My husband had the Carb Melt, and I had Greek Chicken Wrap. Our waitress was super nice and the service was prompt. All of our food was delicious. Will definitely patron again when in the area!“

“Amazing. the wait staff was very attentive and very friendly. kitchen staff was on point with everything we ordered. everything was perfectly cooked and tasted fantastic. The cocktails were great too. Can not recommend enough.“

“Best Greek food in Harford County! Started with the Avgolemono lemon-egg drop soup. Tangy with lots of lemon. Uses a chicken broth base. The simple feta plate was extensive with plump capers, lots of heavily marinated kalamata olives& chunks of fresh ripe tomato. Don't miss the entree: spinach+feta chicken. Large chicken breasts top & bottom sandwich a heavy layer of spinach & feta on a bed of orzo rice. Beautiful & a wonderful flavor. Included a varied & fresh Greek salad with superb Greek salad dressing. Finally, 2 deserts were split onto 2 plates for us: the heavy-syrup-filled Greek baklava, & a special lemon filo pastry of the day--very lemony. An excellent meal whether you're there for lunch or dinner. Wonderful service & a warm Greek welcome!“

“Our food was excellent and service was outstanding. Dawn was our waitress, It has been a long time since we had a waitress that earned her tip. Dawn took our order, served our order, check on us several times while dining, and finally gave us our check. Most waitress now take your order and give you your check and want a 20% tip.“

“Good service and great food and drinks the food came out in a reasonable time and the waitress was knowledgeable about almost everything on the menu she gave suggestions and when we got our food it was great everything was fresh clean on point I definitely recommend getting the crab dip also.“

“Just a good place to go for a good time-friendly staff. Convenient location!!“

“Cheesesteaks and eggplant parm are always �“

“Great Wings! A myriad of cooking options and flavors. Not the cheapest in town but to be fair they are good. My only gripe is the carrots and celery that are served with these wings are abysmal, And you have to pay extra for them, If you want really good carrots and celery, and massive wings, go to Looney's! and they're included with the wings.“

“My husband and I moved into the area 2 years ago. We couldn’t find a good pizza place for 2 LONG YEARS! We finally found Buon Gusto. Being originally from New Jersey who KNOWS their pizza this pizzeria is FANTASTIC! They have all the staples and it’s always yummy!! Sometimes you go and grab dinner at places and it’s always different depending on the cooks and Buon Gusto is not like that at ALL. It’s the SAME EVERY TIME! Fantastic, yummy, great portion sizes, and the best staff! They greet you by name once they get to know you and always remember your face! They make you feel like family! We love them and so should you! Thanks Buon Gusto for the fantastic pizza and dinners and great staff!“

“Service is amazing Atmosphere is relaxing and enjoyable Food is fantastic“

“Nice friendly atmosphere. The food and steamed crabs were excellent. We were a party of 12 and our waitress, Barb, was very friendly and accommodating.“

“Best crabs hands down in MD“

“Love this place. The cream of crab is the best I’ve ever had and I’m a big fan of tomato basil soup too and this one is also the best I’ve ever had. The waitresses are very nice and the food always comes out correct. Recommend this place highly.“

“Great option for our company luncheon. We loved the trays of meat and salads. Everything was hot and fresh. Would definitely use them again!“

“Our favorite place! Staff is like family (Dana is amazing), food is outstanding, and even a private room for events. Highly recommend.“

“We just hosted our daughter birthday here and the staff here were fantastic! For a small fee they bought/set up decorations for the theme our daughter chose, they planned games, and put up posters. We were really just thrilled with the whole experience and would definitely have another party here!“

“From the moment you walk in, you feel at home. The menu offers a variety of delicious options, all made with fresh ingredients. The staff is friendly and attentive, making sure your meal is perfect. I'll definitely be back!“

“Disappointed for the removal of the steak fajitas from the menu. They were the best. Still a great lunch and service.“

“The food here is fantastic, and the staff is incredibly welcoming. The owner is friendly and clearly takes great pride in both the food and the establishment. It's definitely worth a visit!“

“Manager Aaron Crane manages an excellent staff at Bob Evans. Aaron is always available, working hard, rolling his own sleeves up to create an excellent dining experience. Aaron makes certain our food is perfect and hot to our table, always warm, friendly, cheerful, caring. The ,restaurant is spotless, Aaron always greets us with sincere caring and respect, and with his big inviting smile. Aaron invites our feedback every time we dine there and has
addressed our oncerns immediately. All servers are great there under the guidance and excellant training from Aaron Crane. Bob Evans would be so proud!👍“

“The cheese steak, a must try, tasty, crisp, delicious.“

“Awesome breakfast and dinners...like the different specials. had the ribs tonight. twice now they've been fall off the bone, tender, finger lickin good. The staff is always friendly offering great customer service.“

“Very clever Dennys. I placed an order on Grub Hub for the Burger Den, not knowing it was Dennys. They are listed in the app as Burger Den, and the food arrives with a Burger Den sticker on the bag. The only reason I knew it was Dennys is because it's listed on one line of the receipt.The burgers were surprisingly good. We got a double build your own and Spill the Bourbon Burger. The burgers were great, but the onion rings and fries need some work. If I had known this was Dennys, I would not have ordered from there.“

“Thank you SO much to Tim and the Birds Nest Staff for our amazing "The Nest" catering order. They were awesome to work with...it was pouring down rain and they helped carry stuff out to our vehicle and the food was AMAZING and the portions were huge!! Everyone commented and asked where we got it so hopefully you'll have some new customers!! Thank you again!“

“Food was amazing. Service took a long time. We went on Veterans Day, and it took more than 20 mins for someone to come to our table just to get our drinks put in. Food came fast once it was put in. I'm sure it was just because they were busy and I don't normally complain, but we did notice 3 other tables that were sat after us that got service before us. Even one table put in appetizers and got them before we got our drinks.“

“I've been coming here for... I don't know, since 2005, I think? Sometimes the food takes a while to come out, but that's only when they're busy (duh). I go when they're slower, and the food is very prompt. I love it, I've never had to send back food once. Some of the servers are amazing, some are very dismissive.“

“Food is always great and fantastic service.“

“Looking for a place with great AND great service? Look no further. The barrel house keeps their menu fresh and exciting. Always delicious. And I’ve never had bad service.“

“Had an amazing dinner here tonight with my friend Keith. Beautiful view. The mussels were so plump and delicious. I had the Red Snapper Vera Cruz, and it was the best fish dish I’ve ever had I. Harford County. Keith had the ribs and crab cake. They were equally delicious. We will definitely be returning.“

“Super service, very friendly staff and superb food!!! Next time the US…certainly a next stop😀👍“

“I had the best 60th birthday lunch with my Mom yesterday. Our food was amazing. My Mom raved about the California burger and sweet potato fries. I loved the beets which are my favorite item on the menu. The birthday dessert was delicious and decadent. Our waiter was awesome! An overall 10+ experience. Thank you!“

“The food was great. It was our first time visiting and we decide to dine in, walking in the server was kind of clueless about handling things, (maybe she was new??) but we got past that and as I said the food was great but the vibe was not so friendly and the sanitation as we found out was a little questionable. The bathroom could definitely use a cleaning. And midway through, the cook came out and began sweeping toward us … while we were still eating. And then we seen him continue, as we had decided to leave at that point, to sweep around another patron as he was eating.“

“There’s a lot of Indian options around here now, I’ve tried them all, to me India garden stands out. Good portions, always give a lot of rice which I enjoy because I like leftovers, their garlic naan is very good it’s fragrant and actually pretty loaded up with garlic. If you’re into Indian food, or even if you haven’t tried it, give it a shot. Get a chicken tikka masala and garlic naan and you really can’t go wrong. Vindaloo is also good“

“The food is always top notch here and I've been coming since this location opened 5 years ago.“

“No matter of my experience tonight I still give it a good recommendation…. I don’t know why they insist on taking your entree order the same time as your app order?? It’s no fun having your app order show up and 5 seconds in your entree shows up… C’mon server, you see me sitting there taking my second bit of my app and then your secondary server shows up with my meal….seriously??? It wasn’t cold but it wasn’t hot either….. Wtf!!! That’s why you got a lesser tip in case your wondering…“

“Other than going there with expectations of getting the Awesome tatter tots and then told they are out of them. Everything else was fine. Nevertheless, still kind of disturbed on the restaurant being out of one of the greatest appetizers I have on football Sunday.“