50 Best American Restaurants near Lake Shore

“Here for brunch on Sunday and it NEVER has disappointed us, excellent service and the food is incredible!“

“We were looking for a place to grab a bite and watch the sunset so we ended up here. There was music outside and it was busy so we went for a walk on the beach while we had time. We came back about an hour before sunset and the music was over and most of the crowd gone. Weird. Anyway, we ordered shrimp tacos and chicken tacos. We weren't expecting much from a place called snack shack but the food was delicious. The chicken and shrimp had som much flavor, they were amazing. It's a great spot to sit back and watch the sunset over the ocean too.“

“I had a large catering order for a construction meeting in DC. They asked for something new. Since I love Julep's, I brought some for my customers. Emily was great from start to finish and helped me make a good menu. I asked for the order to be ready by 1030am and they made it happen. Everyone loved the food. You don't win friends with salad. Highly recommend!“

“Great food and drink, with live music on weekends!“

“Great small plates and cocktails. Love the rooftop atmosphere“

“From start to finish, it was awesome. Food, Wine, Dessert & Coffee perfection. The Hostess and our server Jennifer were very friendly and wonderful. First time here but definitely not our last. 10/10 complements to the Chef👍. Our meal started with the Chefs Selection Board, then the special of the day Mushroom Soup, my Husband had the Cast Iron Skirt Steak (flavor was Delish) I had the Chicory Salad with Bacon Bits (minus the pecan nuts) for Dessert I had the FIG & BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING (heaven in a plate) with the yummy Coffee.“

“My 1st time there, the food is amazing, high quality beautifully presented, the sauces were delicious, my only complaint is for the price, which I Never question when it’s high quality food , the portions for the cost were small. Beautiful view“

“Stopped by for a late outdoor dinner. Ordered at the window and staff was amazing and friendly. Amira was especially friendly. We were devastated you ran out of cotton candy ice cream, but we still had a great night with great service.“

“For as expensive as it can be to order food for a family from here, we do expect warm and fresh food. our food was barely room tempature and definitely old fries. The ice cream had hair in it. This place has gone down hill fast. Would not recommend.“

“Best restaurant 5stars and clean“

“Excellent service, delicious menu and beautiful decor. We had our rehearsal dinner and anniversary dinner here and plan to make it a tradition ❤️“

“On our first visit we all enjoyed what we ordered and the staff couldn't have been nicer. We will all return. Thank you, Eastport Kitchen!!“

“This was my second time dining at The Lodge and the food was fantastic both times. I love the comfy booths and the quiet atmosphere there. Everyone from the host to the waiters are very friendly and efficient. My only complaint is that the waiters are very pushy about trying to get you to order extra things that you do not want. First I was offered 2 different kinds of water in fancy bottles, regular and sparking, which I'm sure were more expensive than the tap water that I requested. It was presented not as an option, but "which one do you choose?" I didn't fall for that one. Then we were told about a special drink that was available - no thanks. Next was a special crab appetizer that was described to us and then we were asked if we were "sold on it?" We were not interested. Then a wine was recommended before we even ordered. My friend already knew what kind of wine she planned to order and I don't drink! And then when we finished our meal our waiter told us that we could get some ribs to take home with us at a special price! He just would not give up trying to sell us extra food to try and make the bill higher! We didn't appreciate it and it put a damper on our dining experience! The food there is excellent, however it is very pricey. We love the ambiance there and the food, however the pushy wait staff has made us think twice about returning!“

“This is the first time I went to this restaurant and was very pleased with the service, the food was great and we received our food fast. It was very clean and all the employees were very friendly. I will be returning for another great meal.“

“I would highly recommend going and when you go ask for a woman named Cory to be your server. She greeted my family and I right at the entrance and made us feel right at home. I’d say she was close to a kind reader as it comes because she basically knew what we needed before we ever said anything. Our drinks stayed filled and any questions about the menu we had she had the answers. The food came out quickly and was delicious. We will be showing our faces again and will be making Cory our regular server.“

“This restaurant is my happy place! My favorite restaurant in Maryland. I have never had a bad experience here. The food is always delicious, the service is wonderful, and the location can’t be beat.“

“Unique food focused on local products and sustainability. The food is like nothing I’ve had before. Highly recommend the crispy kale appetizer. Love the homemade “sodas” especially the citrus soda and ginger soda.“

“I came in for a quick breakfast sandwich and found it to be a cozy grab and go vibe. There were no frills. It was a prefect, simple bacon, egg and cheese sandwich for a reasonable price. The 2 people there were super friendly and quick. A great local vibe.“

“Party of 5. Everything was good for everyone... I got the chicken eggs Benedict signature dish. Good flavor but chicken was over cooked fried hard and dry barely warm. Should have said something. A bit pricy. Small place, good atmosphere of local gathering.“

“Todo está muy rico 😋 lo recomiendo 💯“

“obsessed with this place! great staff, Wonderful food!!“

“Great staff, great food, great hospitality“

“Great place! Great food, service and atmosphere ❤️“

“Always a great time! Great live music, yummy food!“

“Great restaurant, family friendly, live music, great service. We went on Mother's day and the live music was amazing! There were multiple large families with children and it was truly a great experience. We went with just four of us and we could chat but otherwise listened to the great music and enjoyed our food immensely! The service was super friendly. The bathrooms were clean as well. We had a great parking spot right in the front. We didn't experience the bar area. The food was really good and they had great kid friendly options. Our waitress was great!“

“Maddie is an amazing waitress! So accommodating and kind.“

“Excellent meal with friendly and quick service. The Club, as expected, has nautical theme. Visit their website to view a menu and find the times the Club is opened for members only and available to the general public. If you are visiting the Academy, visit the Club for a meal or a drink at the bar.“

“Incredible food, great service, and a great atmosphere.“

“Stopped by for a quick take-out lunch because I was running an errand in the area. Modest interior with very friendly folks behind the counter. Ordered a cheese steak and Italian sub and fries. Both subs were good and what I hoped for. The fries were exceptional! Battered and super crispy. I would definitely stop by again if I’m in the area.“

“Level is our favorite spot in Annapolis! It’s perfect for a romantic date night or for a casual dinner, you can truly dress up or down and fit in here. The food is always amazing, even our family (who can be tough critics) were very happy with their food choices. The menu rotates a little seasonally and it’s always fun to try the new items and revisit the permanent items. The cocktails are super creative and you can’t really go wrong with any of them! Some of our current favorites: Harvest Mule, Agave Please for drinks and for food… house fries, tuna poke, ribs, brussel sprouts, and the oysters! Crab Mac and cheese is a must if it’s on the menu! Oh and don’t forget to leave room for dessert, we love all the choices but banana bread pudding is our favorite! 11/10 love coming here.“

“We came from out of town to visit and WOW…. Meal was delicious! Wings were spot on and the service was excellent! Highly recommend the crab soup and Philly cheesesteak also!!!“

“Great food and drinks. Staff is friendly and accommodating.“

“My husband and I had not been here in a while. Went in at 10:30 am on 2/08/25, and I was craving lunch food. They had no issues prepping our lunch and the young man who waited on us was very nice, polite and answered my questions. Food was good and dining room was very clean.“

“Food was amazing. Very unique little spot. Cannot wait to return Our waitress Allie was sweet and attentive !!!“

“It's good food. I like it.“

“We love Pat's for delivery. They've never missed with their food, which is rare for places that also have an expensive menu. They are very good deal for the price, since they give you a lot of high quality food. They definitely have our repeat business!“

“The Severna Park Taphouse is where we hold our Katherine’s Light Foundation all day music festival fundraiser. GREAT venue, outstanding service, food and drinks are excellent. I clearly see what they are always voted BEST Bar, Best music menu and more. This place is a just a fun, great place to go. Owners are terrific. 5-Stars all around. Come check it out!!“

“Great selection, good portions of food. Yummy dessert and ever flowing selections of beer. Oh did I mention great attentive service! First time we visited here to try something new and we will definitely visit again. Thank you 😊“

“The Alley restaurant at the Naval Academy provided a wonderful lunch in the middle of our self-guided tour, and it exceeded our expectations tremendously. Our waitress was so kind and caring for our family, and the crab cake was one of the best I've ever had. Don't miss it!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fantastic Food & Friendly Service!

Flaming Cajun Grill at Annapolis Mall is a hidden gem! The food is absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The bourbon chicken is a must-try, packed with bold flavor and perfectly tender. The portions are generous, and the variety of sides makes it easy to customize your meal just how you like it.

The staff is friendly, fast, and always welcoming, making the experience even better. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite while shopping or craving something hearty and satisfying, this place never disappoints. Highly recommend!“

“the bartender rocks 🖖✌🤟🤘🤙👌👏👏👏“

“Their breakfast foods are 🔥 and the staff/owners are great too. Prices are perfect as well. Definitely recommend this spot.“

“Great place. Good food/ beer. Always welcome our kids“

“Wonderful establishment. Great wine selection and the pizza and bartending staff are awesome.“

“Everything about this place was great. Erin, the bartender was very personable and knowledgable about all aspects of the F and B service. Her attention to detail was inspiring. Her connection with her guests made each of us feel as though we were the only ones there. Rashaan , the Chef made some incredible good. It was clean and satisfying. When I asked Erin to give our compliments to the Chef he came out and personally thanked us. This was in the top 2 of hotel restaurants. Those two made it easy to love.“

“Best Halal you'll ever get!!! This was my first time at this location and this is now going to be the ONLY place I got for Halal... Extremely fresh and delicious. What a perfect meal!!

And fast delivery!!! Thank you all so much!“

“I love there food. never disappointed .. The subs are always full.. I drive from Solomons Island Maryland over 1 hr to get this food. We see you soon!“

“This was our third time at Gary’s, and once again it was spectacular. Although your table has a primary server, the whole team works in concert to keep the customers happy. We had several special requests, and every time the response was “let me see if we can do that.” It just so happened that they could accommodate all of our requests. The food was fantastic as always. But the real magic happened at the end of the meal – just as we were asking for the check, there was a medical incident with one of our kids. All available staff immediately came to our rescue with resources and reassurances and enough bodies to create a privacy wall while we stabilized the situation, and I was able to get our kiddo bundled up and in the car in a hurry while my spouse payed the check.“

“The food was excellent!! When we went in, there were some people who needed extra help, and the staff took great care of them, which is something I don't see very often. I will happily give this place five stars and as much business as I can!“