23 Best American Restaurants in Brighton

Brighton Bar & Grill American • $$
400 W Main St, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Salmon Salad GF
Michigan Blueberry Salad
Roasted Garlic Platter
Korean Bulgogi Tacos
French Onion Soup
Mashed Potatoes
Cuban Sandwich
Steak Benedict
Sea Scallops
French Fries

“Excellent restaurant in the heart of Brighton. It’s so much more than a “bar and grill.” It’s a first class establishment with a great menu and always attractive specials. Sit at the bar to hear the latest local news! Or sit outside and enjoy the Brightonian aesthetic.“

4.6 Superb275 Reviews
Olga's Kitchen American • $
8485 W Grand River Ave, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Snackers with Swiss Almond Cheese Spread
The Original Olga with Zucchini Fries
Baked Apple & Cinnamon Olga
Olga's Spinach & Cheese Pie
Original Zucchini Fries
Sesame Grilled Chicken
Greek Fajitas - Steak
Olga's Appetizer Trio
Cream of Broccoli
Chicken Shawarma

“Server was great . Beth. In and out with my two toddlers was a plus.“

4.4 Superb119 Reviews
Leo's Coney Island American • $
8280 Movie Dr, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Hash Browns or Grits
Grilled Chicken Pita
Lemon Rice Soup
Breakfast Combo
Turkey Sandwich
Mini Greek Salad
Walnut Pancakes
Michigan Salad
Fish and Chips
Club Sandwich

“Good Breakfast place! Friendly staff.“

4.3 Superb96 Reviews
Lynn's on First American • $
180 N 1st St, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Eggs House Made Corned Beef Hash and Toast
Strawberry Shortcake Stuffed French Toast
Lobster Cakes Eggs Benedict
Homemade Corned Beef Hash
Breakfast Quesadilla
Caramel Pecan Waffle
Biscuits and Gravy
Fries

“I love going to this restaurant! The food is good and I enjoy the atmosphere.“

4.3 Superb73 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
7925 Conference Center Dr, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Granola and Berries Yogurt Buttery Pancakes
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Country House Salad with Grilled Chicken
Mashed Potatoes with Sawmill Gravy
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Sweet Potato Casserole
Chicken Fried Chicken
Country Fried Turkey
Chicken N' Dumplins

“I was there a few days ago in Brighton, waitress was great, did not care for the new menu. Price increases are pretty large. I did like the old menu better, more different choices. Some of my old favorites were gone, not sure I will return.“

4.1 Good221 Reviews
Sidecar slider bar Brighton American • $
120 W Main St, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

2am and Mushroom Swiss Burger Lettuce Wraps
Portobello 9-1-1 and Smokehouse Sliders
Ahi Tuna and Mushroom Swiss Burger
Sweet Potato Fries Large
Chicken Wings Fabulous
Cheesesteak Eggrolls
Southwest Egg Rolls
Philly Cheesesteak
PB Jammin Slider
Brussels Sprouts

“Took my son and his family there - the food was delicious. We will certainly be back! ♥️“

4 Good132 Reviews
120 west Wine Bar • $
120 W Main St, Brighton

“It's been a minute since I was on a roof top bar. This particular one is a two for one. The restaurant we were in on top was different from the restaurant below but owned by the same people. They both serve drinks and tapas so it's just the atmosphere you are looking for. On the way up the three flights of steps there were planters that could have been more loved. The floor was also a little strange. It was rubber squares almost felt light you were in a bounce house. The seating was nothing special. It's literally the same deck furniture would buy for your house. I had a lavender lemonade martini dad had a Coke. Again another restaurant that does not serve Pepsi products. We did not eat there. It had a great view overlooking the millpond downtown so being such a nice night it was beautiful to sit outside. The restaurant inside was intimate also known as tiny I assume because everyone wants to be on the roof. For our drinks it's $23.00

Parking: Lots of free parking but they fill up fast“

3.4 Good9 Reviews
Bourbons Southern • $$
440 W Main St, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Rack Bourbons' Baby Back Ribs
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Fried Green Tomatoes
Bourbons' Pecan Pie
Buttermilk Chicken
Braised Short Rib
Hummingbird Cake
Decatur St Filet
Brisket Sandwich

“Great food!!!! Chicken sooooo flavorful!!“

4.4 Superb427 Reviews
Kerby's Koney Island American • $
9855 Village Pl Blvd, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger with Fries and a Diet Coke
Veggie Skillet with Scrambled Eggs
Spinach and Feta Cheese Omelette
Koney Island Hot Dog
Michigan Salad
2 Koney Combo
Cheese Fries
French Toast
Spinach Pie
Greek Salad

“Typical Coney Island with a classic mustang in the lobby area. Food was good. Wait staff was excellent even opening the door to help me assist my 96 year old mom back to our car. Plenty of free parking.

Wheelchair accessibility: 1 spot for handicapped in front of entrance.“

3.6 Good53 Reviews
Bagels & Bites Bagels • $
5757 Whitmore Lake Rd #950, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Farmer's Bagel on Parmesan Asiago Bagel with Cheddar
Everything Bagel with Creamcheese
Egg and Bacon Sandwich with Bacon
Bagel Sandwich
Single Bagel
Bagel Daddy
Nova Lox
Cookies

“Our 1st time today. We were super impressed with the selection and the friendly staff. Above and beyond experience! This will be our Saturday stop moving forward.“

4.7 Superb73 Reviews
Culver's Burgers • $
6830 Whitmore Lake Rd, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Single Deluxe with Onion Rings and Iced Tea
Mushroom & Swiss Butterburger Cheese
The Culver's Deluxe Value Basket
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Wisconsin Cheese Curds
Chicken Cashew Salad
Mediun Pretzel Bites
Caramel Cashew Sundae
Garden Fresco Salad
Crinkle Cut Fries

“Years ago I stopped at Culver’s in Rockwall, Texas. Fell in love with the place. My wife and I are traveling this weekend and decided to stop for supper. As a former Dairyman I really appreciate places like Culver’s. The farm fresh idea is wonderful! At the Culver’s in Brighton, the staff were wonderful. Our food was the best!“

3.6 Good122 Reviews
Lu & Carl's Bar & Grill • $
100 W Main St, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Flat Bread Sandwich w Prime Rib Onion and Mushroom
Chipotle Short Rib Burrito
Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad
Southwest Chicken Wrap
Carl's Club Sandwich
Short Rib Sandwich
Chicken Quesadilla
Ahi Tuna Tacos
Pretzel Bites
Mac N Cheese

“Great service, amazing staff , even better food“

4.4 Superb90 Reviews
Label Kitchen + Bar Bar • $$
125 E Grand River Ave, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Ahi Tuna Fish Tacos
Whitefish Dip
Inferno Fries
Garlic Puffs
Fish & Chips
Loaded Tots
French Dip
Poutine

“Great place great people, everytime in Brighton it is a must stop“

4.2 Good131 Reviews
Tee Bone'z Tavern Bar & Grill • $
4900 S Old US Hwy 23, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Chicken Half Salad and Onion Rings
Pork Steak with Mac and Cheese
Traverse City Chicken Salad
Louisiana Chicken Sandwich
Steak and Cheese Grinder
Olive Swiss Cheese Burger
Blackened Mahi Tacos
French Onion Soup
Boom Boom Shrimp
Chicken Piccata

“Open during the pandemic and nice outdoor patio too!“

4.2 Good120 Reviews
Texas Roadhouse Steak House • $$
6800 Whitmore Lake Rd, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Sirloin Steak Shrimp and Baked Potato
Rattlesnake Bites and Buffalo Wings
New York Strip and Mashed Potatoes
Grilled BBQ Chicken & Sirloin 6oz
The Fineness of the Smoked Ribs
Barbecue Chicken with Steak
Rolls with Cinnamon Butter
Grilled Shrimp Appetizer
Salmon and Baked Potato
Extra Fresh-Baked Bread

“My first time eating at Texas Roadhouse in Brighton was a great experience Bailey my waitress did a great job of Service she was very helpful guiding me to ordering my food.She was on top of things as getting my food.Very pleasant joyful attitude.I will be dining here again. Theresa McCain“

4.1 Good230 Reviews
Ore Creek Mountain Grill Bar & Grill • $$
4141 Bauer Rd, Brighton

“We are season pass holders and snowboard a lot at MT B but we do love the grill. The atmosphere is pretty great and you get an up north feel. Sitting by the fire having hot chocolate or a beer with friends it's always a good time. When you can't make it out west or up north this will help you enjoy winter in Michigan a little bit more.“

4.6 Superb7 Reviews
State Side Deli & Restaurant Deli • $
Recommended
7526 Grand River Ave, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
Biscuits and Gravy
Cannoli Cupcakes
Reuben Sandwich
Pastrami Reuben
French Dip
The Famous
Corned Beef
Matzo Ball
Patty Melt

“Great food and service every time!!“

4.1 Good88 Reviews
Grand Traverse Pie Company American • $
9912 E Grand River Ave, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich
Roasted Squash & Kale Quiche
Chicken Focaccia Sandwich
GT Chicken Salad Sandwich
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Cherry Chicken Salad
Chicken Noodle Soup
Pasty & Soup Combo
Mountain Berry Pie
Pies by the Slice

“Yummy sandwiches and of course fantastic pie! Cozy and fun😎“

4 Good57 Reviews
Champ's Pub Bar & Grill • $
140 E Grand River Ave, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Goodass Rare Champs Burger with American Cheese
Michigan Cherry Salad
Deep Fried Pickles 8
Chicken Caesar Salad
Sweet Potato Fries
The Club Sandwich
Shoe String Fries
Sliders and Fries
Fish and Chips
Fajita Chicken

“Love the neighborhood bar with great food“

3.9 Good88 Reviews
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IHOP Breakfast • $
8075 Nemco Way, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Mozzarella Sticks with Ranch and Marinara
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pancakes
Split Decision Breakfast Combo
Chicken Strips and Pancakes
Strawberry Banana Pancakes
Waffle and Eggs and Bacon
Happy Face Pancake Combo
Sausage and Hash Browns
Funny Face Pancake Combo
Spicy Poblano Omelette

“The service here is always super friendly and the food is made with care. It's a chain so you get what you'd expect in terms of overall quality, but this particular store does a great job overall. I'd love to see investment in a remodel so the atmosphere lives up to the great food and service.

Kid-friendliness: Great place to bring kids. Excellent kid menu, casual atmosphere, and all the foods kids love“

3.7 Good84 Reviews
Chili's Grill & Bar Tex-Mex • $
8071 Challis Rd, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Old Timer Double Cheeseburger
Chili’S Secret Sauce Burger
Chicken Crispers and Sliders
Chili's Secret Sauce Burger
Steak and Mashed Potatoes
Quesadilla Explosion Salad
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Bottomless Chips & Salsa
Mix & Match Fajita Trio

“I was asked to review you since we were at your restaurant. Below is exactly what I posted on my page. Overall the experience was ok, but in a competitive environment that the restaurant and bars are in this will not keep you in the forefront. Unfortunately this page would not allow me to add the pics I posted as well. If you know me personally, you know we do not frequent chain stores of any kind. We typically shop and buy from local businesses. With that said, occasionally we do go to a chain business. Today we went to the Chili’s in Brighton, MI. The front door had a sign that it will slam when you come in. One of the urinals in the men’s room doesn’t work. The place is aged and it shows. This place could use a facelift if they are to compete with the other local businesses in the area. The food was good even though utensils were not provided. The beer specials are good value and the taps are producing a cold beer that tastes as it should. This is good considering many places have poor draft beer due to a lack of good maintenance programs, causing them to produce beers with off flavors. I also had a house margarita. (Pictured below in the pint glass). It was ok at best. The presentation is what you would expect. The flavor screams run of the mill drink. This is certainly not a craft cocktail but I have had lesser drinks in other places. The other drink I had was the Tequila Trifecta. (Pictured below in the rocks glass) The drink is definitely tequila forward. While it is not a balanced cocktail, it is something I would expect a corner bar to make. It was very boozy forward yet drinkable. The presentation was what you would expect for a margarita. Overall, we had an ok experience in this Chili’s restaurant. It wasn’t an experience I would not be jumping up and down for. I was not overly impressed, but I also do not have anything that would make me call the manager over to talk. So if you’re looking for an ok experience, this is the place for you. The food is decent and the drinks were ok. Nothing that will knock your socks off.“

3.7 Good117 Reviews
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews Burgers • $
8522 W Grand River Ave, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Mushroom Swiss Burger with Fries and Chipotle Aoli
Red Robin Gourmet Cheeseburger
Crispy Chicken Tender Salad
Buzzin' Chicken Sandwich
Bar Wings N Yukon Chips
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Royal Red Robin Burger
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Towering Onion Rings
Pig Out Tavern Double

“Everytime I visit I order the salads I like the way they are presented I asked the waitress who made the salad she said his name is Richard zamborowski I think that he must be a professional chef with a presentation like those salads I hope that red Robin appreciates someone who takes the time to make a customers salad look presentable if I had someone like him working for me I would definitely pay him a really good salary“

3.5 Good140 Reviews
Buffalo Wild Wings Chicken Wings • $$
9745 Village Pl Blvd, Brighton

Customers` Favorites

Boneless Wings Lunch Combo
Parmesan Garlic
Potato Wedges
Chicken Wings
French Fries
Fried Pickles
Traditional
Onion Rings
Honey BBQ
Buffalo

“Our waitress was just so nice. Everything was very timely.“

3 Average93 Reviews