19 Best American Restaurants in Rochester

“Great people, great food, and a great value. We really appreciate Mark and the food he makes. His growing community of culinary partners truly enriches the food scene in Southwest Michigan. Our family can't wait to see what they come up with next at The Flavor Lab MI!“

“If you’re looking for burgers and sandwiches, this is your place. Prices are super reasonable as well, especially for being in downtown Rochester. It is a bar, so it’s not gourmet, but it’s probably the best bar food you’ll have. The only issue is parking since their lot has probably 6 or 7 spaces. You’ll probably end up parking across the street at the library or behind the building next door near the community park.“

“Diverse menu with delicious choices. They also have a separate Vegan menu that looked equally as delicious. Great service and location. I loved how you can both eat in as well as pick up an order. Great food so I will definitely be back.“

“Seriously the best service… hands down best salads bowls. I always send the customers so yummy 🤤“

“We hold our annual business dinner at TMH. We, as well as out guests, are always more than pleased with the food, drinks, atmosphere and service!“

“Went to Rochester Bistro last weekend, taking clients as our guests. The entire staff did a wonderful job, food was outstanding, attention to detail. Overall an excellent experience. Thanks so much for making our evening special!! We will be back.“

“First time I have been and my breakfast was phenomenal. Food was awesome and loved the Atmosphere“

“Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“I’ve never had a bad meal at any one of their many restaurants. We celebrated my daughter and her graduation this evening with dinner at the Deer Lake Inn. Everything we had was great and the server we had was superb, great food and service. The entire menu is good, you can’t go wrong.“

“Such a great restaurant and atmosphere! The staff was so nice ( even though we came in right b4 close this evening and as a server I always hated that ) our server Maya was so nice and personal even if she was Ready to go home you wouldn’t know cause she was the sweetest and most respectful server we had in a long time .. so thank you Maya !!! The kitchen staff was also really nice came out and talked to us . Will definitely go back and recommend!“

“We went there for Valentine’s day me and my husband February 14/ 2022 the food was so delicious The service there is very good. Nice, quiet and romantic place and fresh food we ordered Lasagna with meat sauce Spaghetti with meat sauce and Caesar Salad And Bruschetta For dessert tiramisu & Flourless Chocolate Davently Recamended 😍👍🥰“

“Best coney in rochester“

“Great view, nice menu, good food!“

“Fun place to meet friends“

“Abdul, Abdul what a waiter, super polite and kind. Always has a shining smile on his face while helping you out. He is the best waiter ever, will for sure be back. Great food and all in all great experience.“

“Another Great Experience!!! Time after Time, never a disappointment, well worth the drive!!! The very best broasted chicken to be found!!!
Chicken Shack in Rochester!!!! Always great!!!
Just had to update with pictures, see why we love this place!!!!“

“Last night my family and myself went to Grand Tavern for supper after a long day. Our waiter Xhorxh was absolutely amazing! Personally, I have dietary restrictions and explained to him that I am unable to have gluten, dairy, or egg. I had already pre-creeped the menu before arriving so I could find a meal that would be easy to hopefully adapt to my dietary restrictions. After explaining my restrictions Xhorxh was ON IT! He immediately spoke to the chef and the chef adapted my meal to my restrictions. Xhorxh did tell me that there could be a possible cross contamination with gluten on one of my sides and explained that they couldn’t guarantee that that one thing would be gluten free. Listen, not very often in the service industry do you come across a wait staff member or chef that made sure to cross all of the boxes. I ordered brussel sprouts as the appetizer without the cheese (I could have had three plates of that it was so good) and the cedar plank salmon and ordered two veggies as my side. IT was DELISH!!!!! Xhorxh also made sure that our drinks were constantly filled and took amazing care of our family. My MIL even made a comment after we received our meals how she really liked him as a waiter. I wished we had a Grand Tavern where we lived but unfortunately we are 8 hours away but we will absolutely be back when visiting family! ❤️“

“My daughter and I had so much fun with our waitress Avery, she was funny, attentive and just cute as a button. I’m pretty sure we adopted her.
The charcuterie was just meh
but the Margherita pizza and Jambalaya was outstanding!
We tried a flight which was super fun with their Summer selections and the black Cherry Moscow Mule was delish.
They have to go growlers for your favorite beer selections and 6 packs as well.
Try the beer cheese soup and clam chowder!
We will for sure be back.“

“First time in in this place. Great atmosphere and very clean. We were celebrating our friends birthday and it was a great time. The staff and the waitresses were amazing. I needed a piece of gum because I ate onions so the waitress Mackenzie went and brought me some. Thank you so much. We will be back. 🙂“