39 Best American Restaurants near Forest Hill

“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!“

“It’s one of the best local bars around. Good peeps“

“Was very impressed. The Chesapeake Benedict was awesome. The Bloody Mary was on point and also the mimosa. Kristen (can’t remember the spelling) was the bartender and amazing and very attentive. 5 star experience. What also impressed me was they had a special part on their check that had a separate 2% specially going towards their cooking staff which I happily did. I just thought that was cool. Definitely a goto now for brunch.“

“Friendly host good times , great bands . Good bartenders and the food is delicious…..“

“This was a very nice breakfast spot went with my grandma on a whim after looking for places to eat. The tropical elixir was refreshing, the warm spiced milk (I believe that’s what it was called) and the decadent hot chocolate was very good as well! The steak and eggs were pretty good I’d probably get something other than that if you’re used to good steak and eggs. But my grandma loved the avocado toast she got.“

“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!“

“We recently had an early dinner at Sunshine Grille. The waiter was very kind, knowledgeable and attentive. And the food was amazing. I had the Salmon bowl and my husband had the pork chops! Oh, and the dessert’s! Of course we ordered a dessert to go! We’ll be back soon!“

“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.“

“The golf and restaurant staff were very friendly and helpful. The golf course was in great shape. I didn't find myself in the sandtrap for once, so that helped my positive review.

The menu had a nice variety of choices. I ordered a Reuben and a reasonably priced margarita. Both were tasty. We had 11 people at our table and they were all happy with their food selection.“

“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.“

“A old friend and I had lunch there today, and it was great! The food was delicious and we had the best waiter… Troy…. We loved sitting in a sweet booth ! I highly recommend the fish and of course the Carrot cake dessert!“

“Took the family to J'Ville Grille around 1430 on a Saturday. You have to seat yourself and a waitress will promptly take your order. Ordered a double burger with pepper jack, fries, lettuce and raw onion. Food was ready in about 15-20 minutes. The restaurant was packed with people and a little bit hard to hear but the food was very good. Highly recommend.“

“Excellent food for a great price. The restaurant is very clean with fabulous service. Lovely family runs this small business. Check out their Specials. You won’t be sorry.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Loved dinner tonight! Soft shells were legendary. Service was top notch (Reese is excellent). We will absolutely return on a regular basis. Great stuff!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Best crabs hands down in MD“

“Indian Garden has an extensive and outstanding menu. I usually try something different everytime I order. The food quality is always consistant and it's an excellent value. My husband and I always have leftovers for a second meal. Love this place!“

“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. 😀“

“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.“

“I recently hosted a surprise birthday party for my best friend at Silver Spring Mining Company, and I truly cannot say enough amazing things about our experience. From the very beginning, the entire team went above and beyond—but the real star of the show was the manager, Keith. He didn’t just help coordinate the event—he genuinely cared about making it special. He offered creative ideas like incorporating decorations and even setting up a slideshow, which made the night feel so personal and memorable. When I ran into technical issues with the slideshow (of course, right before the party!), Keith didn’t miss a beat—he went out of his way to find an outside tech person to help get everything up and running. That level of dedication is rare, and it meant the world to me. The food was absolutely amazing, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were all incredibly friendly and attentive. Everything came together perfectly, and my best friend was completely surprised—it was a night we’ll never forget. Thank you to Keith, Gary, and the entire team for making this celebration so special. I would 100% recommend them to anyone for both events and casual dining. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – 5 stars all the way!“

“I stopped by last weekend, cold and rainy. Really hit the spot! Great friendly staff , reasonably priced and oh that beef!“

“Good food and great service“

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

“Riverside Pub has fantastic food and staff. The private room is perfect for events, and I even attend Trivia night there on Thursdays. Dana does an outstanding job keeping up with the crowd. Great atmosphere overall.“

“Big huge portions of well seasoned delicious food for absolutely reasonable prices and their service blew me AWAY. From the hostess to our waiter, just the friendliest atmosphere. Such a cute place with plenty of viewing opportunities for whatever game you might be enjoying. I only wish we lived closer, we’d visit regularly.“

“I went there with 3 of my kids after a soccer tournament. We were greeted and sat immediately. Our waitress Samantha was kind and quick to take our order and anything needed while we ate. Chris ( another worker or perhaps manager there) slipped me a piece of paper asking if it was okay to surprise my kids with ice cream after they ate. I also noticed a special needs woman in the booth next to me who had ordered, then asked a dessert to be removed from her order because she said " she could not afford it". I saw that the staff comped her dessert and treated her with kindess and respect. All around I was impressed with the staff, their caring nature. The food was also great! If we are in the area for a tournament, I will defintely come back.“

“Cheesesteaks and eggplant parm are always �“

“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.“

“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!“

“Breakfast was really good, very nice staff, comfortable setting. Love the stuff on the wall“

“We had CR Wings for our Super Bowl Party on Sunday and they did not disappoint! Best wings you can find in Maryland. 200 wings disappeared in just minutes.. We were helped by Ethan, who was also wonderful. Highly recommend them. 10/10 and definitely 5 stars (if not more!!)“

“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!“

“The food is always good at this location. They seem a little short on staff, but that is certainly understandable due to the fact that Harford Mall is in decline. IMO, they cant afford to have more staff due to lower traffic. The upside is that you rarely have to wait to be seated.
I really hope that they will be able to survive in spite of reduced traffic at Harford Mall.“

“We really enjoy the fresh, made-to-order comfort food with good quality ingredients and warm service (shoutout especially to the effervescent server, Ms Patty, and Ms Angie, who expertly runs the front of the house and remembers your name). More of a local feel than the typical chain. The wait can be long during peak times but it’s worth it. Good value for the amount and quality of food. Our favs are the farmer's choices which feature tasty hotcakes or brioche french toast and the delicious banana bread. Highly recommended in the area for brunch!“

“Very good service the are very nice people and kindly“

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