50 Best American Restaurants near Berkley

“Always loved the "Grill" for breakfast now it's open till 8:) All the food is excellent especially the Greek Fries (french fries red onion feta & house made creamy Greek dressing) The staff is delightful and the customers diverse. Everyone is welcome. Our favorite family restaurant!“

“Highly recommend! Food and Service are GREAT!!“

“Great Food for our post memorial service. I have never been to Republica but was very pleased. Great service and very friendly.“

“I had Gabbie as my server today and she was such an amazing server, she was so kind and helped my family and I decide what meals we wanted to eat. I’m very thankful to see such kind people, you guys need more people like Gabbie. Thank you!“

“5 stars ⭐️ ALL the way! My daughter held her wedding ceremony and reception here. Fantastic! The food was fantastic!! I mean top-notch. The servers were wonderful keeping buffet food warm and filled! Friendly staff, like family! Smiles and hugs. The owner, Mark, was present making sure things ran smoothly. They did! Thank you all for making the night such a great memory! Regular restaurant as well. Definitely make a vist!“

“Where do I even begin? The second we walked in the door, everyone was so wonderful! We took our twins out to celebrate their second birthday! Our waiter Nicholas was so kind and patient! He made sure our babies food was put in quickly and came out hot and fresh. (They were getting hangry. haha) Nicholas gave us some recommendations and they did not disappoint! 👏🏽 Everything we got was fresh, hot, and delicious, from the appetizer, to our meals, to the twins' meals. Even my mocktail was spot on! Their manager, Amanda, was who delivered our food. She was so sweet and cheerful!! She came back over later on to check on us and wish our babies a happy birthday! The entire restaurant was clean and well maintained. You can truly tell the staff enjoy their jobs. Nicholas and Amanda made sure we had a great first experience. My hubby and I have decided to come back, minus babies, and have a date night so we can further enjoy the extensive, and yummy looking, menu. 10/10 highly recommend.“

“staff is wonderful, food is great! Love the atmosphere.“

“My wife and I dined here for the first time as an early anniversary date, the service was outstanding. our waitress was very knowledgeable on all of the wine that I had with my meal(tasting menu) the food was timely and fantastic. This is a wonderful place. if you have an interest in diversifying your palate.“

“Wow, what an experience. This was truly fine and fun dining. Amazing food, incredible service and cool tunes!“

“Great service, food and atmosphere.“

“Our server Staci was great. She made our time there great and we will ask for her on our next visit. Loved the shrimp tacos.“

“This place is fantastic! My husband and I love going there when we have the chance. The food is great and the prices are reasonable. Highly recommend!“

“I cannot say enough about this amazing place. The food was amazing cooked with perfection and flavors that were amazing. we happened on the restaurant on a whim and even though it is an hour+ drive we will be returning at least every couple months.“

“Our food was excellent, and the service was even better. George took the best care of us, as always! You must try the chicken parm, the short ribs, and you can't go without sharing a cookie butter tres leches cake - by far the best dessert in town.“

“Food was good and service was acceptable (nothing special) but you had a group of 5 guys leave your restaurant last night somewhat bewildered after your waitress Katarina made it quite clear she was not happy with the 20% tip we gave her. Apparently, our stay of about 3 hours eating and drinking was excessive. We may not be back.“

“Great place, good food, friendly staff.“

“I had the chicken wings and garlic aloi fries. The wings was really good, big wings and had a lot of sauce on them. It's 12 for 20 which to me kinda expensive. The fries was disappointed in 7 dollars for some fries that's half of them was soggy. There was little cheese on it. The ones that was cooked was okay. I wouldn't highly recommend it but I would give it another try if different cooks was working. Saw one guy had to give his wings back before me because they was under cooked.“

“My husband and I love this place , been here twice and great food, servers , atmosphere. Just a wonderful place .“

“Barrel House has become our go-to place to hang out and eat. Their food is delicious, the drinks are great, and the staff are all amazing!“

“Stopped in for a quick easy dinner for my finance and myself, we got the Meatloaf and the “KFC” Bowl and WOW, the meatloaf is so insanely good and the bowl is also delicious. I couldn’t recommend this place enough, the owner/staff are so warm, welcoming and the prices are reasonable. Don’t sleep on this little restaurant!!“

“Excellent food as always and the service is A-1“

“Hey What up Detroit, my neighborhood Nicki D’s is straight the best hands down. No dirty or nasty looking employees or facility. The food is fresh and good, did I say it’s clean!!’ Plus it’s a family owned restaurant. I know yall still love Coney’s we’ll go to Nicki D’s on Grandriver across the street from that beautiful new Credit Union. Holla!“

“It's always good. My only critique is that they only have splenda as a sugar substitute. Equal is my preferred.“

“I had the most amazing experience!! The food is 10/10. But let me tell you about Jordan, I showed him a recipe for a drink that I had in Rome and he absolutely recreated it! The food is absolutely phenomenal, the aesthetic is beautiful. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Everything about this experience was amazing! We will continue to visit ❤️“

“Great drinks and night scene. Had a lot of fun their last night.“

“We had a really great first experience at Beppé. My husband and I stopped in on a weeknight for a light dinner. We shared the croquettes, the beet salad and the rabbit pasta. Wow! Really tasty food, the standout was the beet salad on olive oil whipped feta. Really beautiful, thoughtful dishes using high quality ingredients. Wait staff was friendly and attentive but not intrusive. We sat on the patio and had a really lovely all around experience. Will definitely recommend to friends.“

“One of the best burgers I've had in a long time. The staff was extremely polite and efficient. Food came very quickly after ordering. All around great experience, men's bathroom could use a little attention but it wasn't grody or anything just cramped.“

“We were instantly greeted and seated. Our server Robby was awesome. The entire staff was friendly. Chef Johnny is very talented and friendly. I love that he greets all guest and will even bring your food out himself. For starters we had the shrimp and crab cakes. They were crispy on the outside and melted in your mouth. The surprise with these was that there was whole shrimp inside. We loved it. The sauce on top was just the right amount. The salmon with saffron rice, coconut curry sauce and green apple slaw was the best salmon I've had in a while. The pairing was new for me but it worked. The salmon was juicy and perfectly cooked. When paired with everything on my plate it was like fireworks. Everything popped and was amazing. My husband had the beef strudel. Now he was thinking it was gonna be like a beef wellington but no. When he put his fork into the perfectly crispy flaky crust and into the most tender beef either of us have ever had, OMG. With the first bite all he could do was say "WOW"(sorry about how loud he was). The flavors of that plate were incredible. The blueberry cheesecake was the icing on the cake. It was perfect. Sweet but not too sweet and the smear of lemon sauce on the side elevated the flavors. The drinks. I had the rainforest and my husband had the Johnny Manhattan. When we saw how small the glasses were we were definitely worried. That feeling quickly faded with the first sip. The drinks may be small but they are strong and delicious. We had to pace ourselves with those. Overall, I give this place a 10/10 and will definitely be back again soon. Thank you to everyone there for a great time and for great service.“

“The service, the food, the prices, the variety, the cleanliness, and the attention is ALL GREAT !!!“

“Hi The food was awesome and the waiter Josh was exceptional.“

“This place is a gem .. so blessed to Have them in hamtramck. I hope they open on east Jefferson too ;)“

“Friendly waitress and great with guiding us on our first visit. We had a bowl and a warp, both were delicious. The fresh hot pita was AMAZING!! We ordered the loaded hummus to go, it looks divine!“

“food and service excellent“

“Beautiful family restaurant with a very friendly staff. My favorite place 💞“

“Super friendly service, food had an amazing temperature and super tasty. I must say that they marinated chicken was juicy and delicious.“

“THE BEST PANCAKES IN THE WORLD!!!! SERIOUSLY!!! Great breakfasts, great specials, great prices!! Friendly, kind, , knowledgeable and helpful staff that go out if their way for you. Very clean with a well rounded menu. Love it here. Convenient location too.“

“Jim Brady’s Royal Oak – A Culinary Must!

Jim Brady’s in Royal Oak is hands down one of the best group hangout spots in the area. The location alone is unbeatable—right in the heart of the action, bringing together a lively mix of people and that unbeatable Royal Oak energy. Whether you’re posted up at the bar, grabbing a booth inside, or soaking up the sun on the outdoor patio, there’s always plenty of seating and even more good vibes.

Now let’s talk about the real reason this review is being written: the grilled octopus appetizer. As someone who’s traveled to more than 15 countries and spent time off the beaten path in Italy dining alongside locals—not tourists—I can say with complete confidence that this octopus is a 10 out of 5. Perfectly grilled, tender with the right char, flavorful in all the right ways… it instantly transported me back to the cobblestone alleys of southern Italy where seafood is sacred.

My best friend Janessa is a burger girl through and through (and yes, Jim Brady’s burgers are excellent too), but if it were up to me, I’d have five plates of grilled octopus in front of me every time I come. I haven’t found a single restaurant in the U.S. that even comes close to this level of grilled octopus perfection. If you’re even thinking about going, do yourself a favor: order the octopus—you’ll never look back.

Jim Brady’s isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience. 💯.

#OxfordScholar #CholeWave“

“I’ve eaten here 4-5 times. Never disappointed! The things that are supposed to be crispy and crunchy are crispy and crunchy. What supposed to be hot is hot. Everything tastes fresh and there are generous portions. This is my favorite place to get lemon chicken rice soup and onion rings!“

“Been going there for several years. I like the service. No fooling around no loud talking, laughing out loud, just taking care of business.It’s quiet, professional service, everybody working, and most of the time they got my eggs just like I like them. can’t say anything negative about omega, and I always run into Brenda sitting right on the end at the counter. They know who Brenda is, but you guys might not. I’ll give omega 10 stars.“

“This place is Very good! Had some of the best Broccoli &Cheese soup I've ever had! Their homemade in-house chips were fantastic. The Ruben was good but wasn't a fan of the sauerkraut, it was way too strong but the pickles were very good. The price was good and the food was very fresh. I will be back!!“

“Delicious! Make your own salad was wonderful with lots of good ingredients.“

“My mom and I went here for breakfast and it was delish! She had a special (country fried steak and eggs) and I went with a veggie omelette (replacing hash browns & toast for a biscuit with gravy). The service is also top-notch. Server was very accommodating with my mom's needs ❤️“

“great food and great service“

“Decided today that as much as we enjoy lunches and dinners at Bill's, I have finally become overwhelmed by the Excessive Noise level, that one must put up with while trying to enjoy the food and conversation with Friends. After complaining, on numerous occasions, We have decided to remove Bill's from among our favorites list.“

“Stackerz in Southfield 🔥🔥🔥🔥 love this place so much!! They know my son & I name as well as our order. Always so kind, sweet and attentive. Best breakfast on the west side for real!! Rhonda & Vicky are the literal best ever!!!“

“State Fair Coney Island at the corner of John R and 8 Mile in Hazel Park is one of those rare gems that feels like home the moment you walk in. It’s a true family-run spot where the staff greet you like you’re part of their own family—niece, nephew, sister, or brother. That warmth isn’t just in the service, it’s in the food too. You can taste the love they put into every dish.

My go-to recommendations? Definitely the original coney dog—it’s unbeatable—or the chicken finger pita, which is always fresh and flavorful. But honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Every option is made with care, and always leaves you full and happy.

If you’re looking for a place where great food and genuine hospitality meet, this is it. I’ll always recommend State Fair Coney Island to anyone in the area!“

“Everything here is…incredible!Everytime I come here,I order hotdogs that taste amazing and food for my family.My grandpa says they’re salad is amazing and their food is magnificent and they’re very nice people.Go to your nearest Jimmy’s Coney Grill!“

“What made me post a review is the superior customer service and friendliness from Jordan, one of the employees, good dude and makes people want to come back. These are the type of employees that companies NEED, good shit Jordan and thank you for your kindness. I hope you’re appreciated there, friend!“

“I had not been to a Beefcarver since I was a kid to the location on 8 mile. Stopped in today to the Woodward location. Food was good, the atmosphere is very nostalgic (I loved it), and the staff was amazing. The gentleman waiting on us was very friendly and very on top of things! We will be back.“

“Tasty authentic coney island hot dogs! Just like I remember 😋“