11 Best American Restaurants in Ellisville

“The atmosphere, service and food are all amazing! Truly sad it is closing!❤️“

“Our local Irish pub has become our go-to place for comfort, good food, and genuinely kind people. The owners go above and beyond, the staff treats you like old friends, and the food is always incredible. You can feel the heart in this place every time you walk through the door. Can’t recommend it enough!“

“I recently swung by the Culver’s in Ellisville, MO craving something familiar and satisfying, and I walked out with exactly that. From the moment you step in, you can tell this place knows how to do comfort food well. The ButterBurgers come off the grill juicy and flavorful, with that signature lightly toasted bun and perfectly melted cheese that make every bite feel like a humble celebration. The crinkle cut fries are golden and crisp, and the flavor of the custard—rich and smooth without being overly sweet—reminds you why this Midwest classic has such solid loyalty. Whether you go with a classic concrete mixer or a sundae piled with toppings, it feels like a well-executed promise of a familiar favorite.

That said, part of the Culver’s experience here is the energy, and it isn’t always calm or quiet. During peak meal times, the dining room can feel a bit like a hub of activity rather than a peaceful spot for a quiet meal. Orders move fast, voices carry, and families and groups can fill the room with a cheerful kind of chaos. If you are looking for a serene place to linger with a conversation, this might not be the ideal choice during a busy evening, but it does lend itself to a lively, bustling vibe that fits a casual dinner or quick bite with friends and family. The staff handle the rush with good humor and efficiency, and even though the place gets busy, the quality of the food rarely reflects that chaos. All in all, it is a solid go-to for dependable comfort food in Ellisville, especially when you want great flavor and don’t mind a bit of friendly hustle around you.“

“Really great food, cold beer and a barmaid named Jordan that made me feel right at home. Thank you Jordan! Maybe see you on Saturday or Wednesday. Danny“

“Don’t worry about new places popping up claiming to do what you do! You do it better! Still the best donuts in St. Louis bar none! Keep it up!“

“While I'll still recommend it...I did go to the Twin Oaks location tonight and they had taken the adult grilled cheese with tomato soup off the menu. 😢😢😢 I just had it there a few weeks ago. They had also taken the zucchini appetizer off the menu. Everything I went there to order is not completely off the menu. And there isn't a suitable substitute. I hope you'll consider bringing those back.“

“Today is my second time trying Pepper's deli and both times have been phenomenal!
I had the Schuben sandwich with a roast tomato gouda soup. Amazing!
The sandwich was real messy but delicious.
This will definitely be my go to spot when I'm in the area.“

“My son wanted to celebrate his birthday at Dogwood, and he had the best time! We went around opening time, so there weren't many people there and they almost had the place to themselves. All the games were working, food was hot and delicious, our waiter was amazing!“

“This place is awesome!!! I've never head of Lion's Choice nor have I ever been to in St Louis area. I like this place much better than that We Have The Meats place......😏

But the staff, manager, and clerk Dakota were all such a true delight tonhave met and been served by. I have a rare and unique name so whenever food places hear...they tend to type Selfie, Stelfie, Stelthy. Stellty, bur Dakota heard it once and got ir CORRECT!!!! They food was fast and tasty, their horseradish is incredible!!!!!! AAA+++ for this whole store!!!!!“

“I went to Lee's Chicken tonight because my 16 year old daughter wasn't feeling good. She was craving a chicken pot pie ?! Unfortunately the man in front of me in the drive thru ordered 4 of pot pies, so they asked if I wanted to wait the 17 minutes it takes to make a new one. Usually I wouldn't have waited, but like I said, my kiddo wasn't feel good and was craving a chicken pot pie and a biscuit. They told me to pull up and they would bring it out. I don't think I waited 7 minutes before they brought it out to me! And they have me a complimentary sprite to take home to my sick daughter! I was very impressed about how nice they were! The food was amazing and they were fast! I had a wonderful experience!“

“I have eaten at many Pasta Houses over the years, since the 80’s, and today’s experience at this location is the best I’ve ever had. Both my friend and I had hot, delicious food and Tammie is one of the best waitresses we’ve ever had. We both have managed restaurants so it is not easy to impress us, so this is a real accomplishment!“