50 Best American Restaurants near Ridgedale

“Second time here and was as good if not better than before. Their location has moved in the past year but it's not much further than it was before. We highly recommend the loaded hash browns. Their portions are big so if you aren't starving you could easily share. The service is always top notch too! YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED“

“I've eaten at this establishment for over 20 years and have always found the food and service to be superb. The last three times I have eaten there the food and the service have both declined. I hope we can see it returned to its previous levels.

Parking: Nightly entertainment is normally a great bonus“

“10 star! All three, atmosphere, service, food,all of it. We left top of the rock looking for a quick burger and stumbled upon this place. Please visit if you’re visiting Branson. And if you come here for a bite to eat I hope you get the waiter we had! The waiters name on our ticket is Jeremy B. This gentleman is an EXCELLENT waiter!!!…..one of the best we have ever encountered. Thank you Jeremy for a wonderful experience! Check this place out if at all possible!“

“My daughters and I dined here and I am absolutely stunned by the amazing views from every angle of the restaurant and bar!! Beautiful and the food was absolutely delicious! We will come back every year!“

“Kudos to the staff and chef last night (4/25/25). Our server, Cozmo, was superb and has the perfect blend of personality and attentiveness without being intrusive. The chef’s attention to detail and quality was obvious and much appreciated. It was all around one of the best meals we have had at Worman and we can’t wait to come back!“

“The serve at the bar was awesome!! The bartender ‘Tim’ was friendly and provided great service! We highly recommend the Buzzard Bar!“

“Downstairs from the Osage Restaurant is the Buffalo Bar, a great alternative to the restaurant if you do not have the required reservation at the Osage. The establishment is only open between the hours of 4 pm and 9 pm, however, tables are abundant inside and on the huge patio. On clear evenings chances are good that you will be seated quickly.

On our visit, the hostess showed us to our table within a minute of arriving. Before long our server Makayla welcomed us and enquired if we knew what we wanted to drink. The punctual service continued without our meal which began with delicious complimentary mini loaves of fresh bread and rosemary honey butter. Such a fantastic way to start a meal.

This unique rustic, western-themed bar is just as much a restaurant as it is a bar; in fact, it features the same menu as the restaurant above it. If you looking for a cheap meal, you won't find it here, however, you will get a meal and an atmosphere that would put a smile on the late President “Teddy” Roosevelt's face. Yes, your wallet may groan a bit when you pay for this five-star meal but your tastebuds screaming for joy will drown it out.

To keep the billfold moans down, I decided to skip the very tempting beef options and go for the bone-in pork chop. Because the sides were $12 a piece, I opted for just one: the roasted corn. My girlfriend got the roasted chicken and did not notice that the sides were not included, so she ordered the sweet potato mash and the crispy Brussels sprouts. Everything was amazing and full of flavor!!

The pork chop was cooked as I ordered it, keeping its moisture and tenderness. It was easy to cut with a butter knife. Her roasted chicken was the same, just as sweet and juicy, not under or overcooked. The sides hit the spot as well. Even the pickled pears they garnished my plate with went well with the pork chop and the divine chocked cherry dipping sauce.

Thank you Makayla for doing an excellent job keeping us happy and kudos to the chef for the meal that I will always try to achieve from my own grill.“

“We love the food and the people Ashley was our server top notch and very nice. We're looking forward to going back again“

“I am so glad we decided to stop in here and eat. The food quality, quantity and value was top tier. I highly recommend!! I didn't get any pictures because I was too busy savoring each bite. Our waitress Stephanie was amazing and attentive. We will be back!!“

“We had such a great time at the restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious, and we ordered four different items to try. Everything was amazing. The atmosphere was so inviting, and we really enjoyed the cozy nooks they had.“

“We loved this gem! We stubbled across this cafe when walking downtown Branson Sunday morning. We were seated right away, food was on our table in under 10 min and it was a wonderful comfort food option! Very reasonably priced and our party of 4 left 4 empty plates!“

“We had dinner there when we were in Branson and it was great! I was busy talking and didn't eat much so the waiter asked if my food was okay he said I didn't have to pay if I didn't like it. I told him it was fine I was just talking a lot I took the meal to go and enjoyed it later. The Flaming Margaritas were amazing!“

“The staff and food here is great! I had a question about the Philly Steak. Our waitress brought the cook to our table so I could ask him. It was the best Philly Steak I have ever eaten!! Went back the next night and had the same waitress. Also met “Scooter” himself. Once again, the cook also came to our table to visit and make sure we enjoyed our food. We will definitely come here again next time we are in Branson!“

“This is far and away the best sports bar in town. Heck - they are pretty much my favorite place to eat, period! Their wings are the best ever - char-grilled, not fried or baked (as some mistaken reviewers have claimed. Everything is quite affordable, the service is beyond excellent, and the drinks are excellent! Do they get busy? Heck yes - and that's always a good sign! Do they occasionally have an off night? Doesn't every establishment? But do they respond to issues and take care of the situation? Absolutely! I often joke that this place is my own Cheers bar, as the staff is so good and know my name! If their food, drinks or service sucked, or was incredibly inconsistent, I'd never recommend them. But they are the best in town - and my first recommendation if someone wants a good place to watch a sporting event, they will always be my first choice to recommend!“

“Wonderful service, delicious food and beer, along with a great atmosphere!“

“100% top notch food best around“

“I totally recommend visiting this bar/restaurant! The atmosphere and decor was definitely a cool 80’s vibe and right down our alley!! The drinks we had were amazing and delicious! The Thriller, Purple Rain and Pretty in Pink drinks are a must try!! Our waiter, Jerry, was the best by far that we’d experienced in Branson! He was fun, helpful to us newbies and a total delight! Thanks Jerry!!“

“5 star review Best Bbq nachos hands down, and our waiter Turbo was AMAZING!!“

“Unique flavors very good food for all ages“

“Our server Anna was great with the recommendation of the bourbon, glazed salmon. My husband loved his hamburger. It was juicy and cooked to a perfect temp. We do not like an overcooked hamburger. we will definitely be back.“

“This place was great for us! Food was good, wait staff was incredible! They went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. That says alot when traveling with a child who has Autism. So welcoming.“

“we had an amazing time and Dot was fantastic! Friendly, knowledgeable, and so informative. 100%+ recommend“

“What a great place! Good food choices, friendly service. Food tastes great , reasonably priced.“

“Disrespectful, waste of money, and ESPECIALLY a waste of time. I was there for 1 hour and 30 minutes just to eat.“

“Both locations we have been to for years have been amazing to us every time we’ve been there. Highly recommend“

“Very fun place with good food and desserts .
Don't let the line out the door fool you service is really quick .

Kid-friendliness: There is a arcade in the back .

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes there is a long ramp.“

“The options will suit almost any eating lifestyle! The omelette station is a favorite! Service is excellent ❤️“

“We had the most amazing experience dining for our anniversary! All of our food was excellent and they went above and beyond to make us happy! ❤️“

“Really good breakfast food and we loved the live music!“

“Great service from Jason and great food. We enjoyed the shrimp and crab leg boil. Excellent! Can't wait to return to try other menu items, they looked great coming out to other diners. Would highly recommend.“

“From the moment we walked in the Restaurant we were impressed. The food was wonderful & our server Joy was an absolute sweetheart. One our group had a Birthday & and the group that sang to her were a choir…absolutely beautiful voices! The meals were all delicious, could not of been more impressed with the overall experience.“

“Great food, good service😀😃 would Definitely go back fo ago!!“

“Both locations we have been to for years have been amazing to us every time we’ve been there. Highly recommend“

“The bacon mac n cheese burger was amazing!“

“Billy Bob’s Dairy Land is such a fun place. It’s small but don’t let that fool you. The food is great (real ingredients) and service is spectacular! Another diner suggested requesting caramel for the sweet potato fries. They will do this if you ask and yum! Make sure you save room for those little pies they have. Sorry, we had it gone before we thought about the picture so you’ll have to trust me on that one. We will be making this a regular stop every time we’re in Branson. There are many pie flavors for us to try!“

“Employees are very nice and checked in on us frequently, fresh cut fries are made to order and are great, the cheese burger was pretty good and the drink were sweet, the gluten free pizza is great considering it's gluten free

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free pizza options“

“Had dinner there for the first time in 2 yrs. Night and day difference between visits. The food was excellent. Employees acted as though they care and want to be there. It was a great experience all around. What ever changes they made were exactly what this place needed. Highly recommend“

“We sat in the bar, and the server was very attentive, but the food took forever to come out. My ribeye was super salty and a little burnt, but I wasn't going to send it back after waiting so long.
The stuffed mushrooms were great, we loved the bread, the mashed potatoes were scrumptious, and the ranch dressing was very tasty.
Prices were typical for what steak usually costs.
Being that there are so many places to choose to eat, I'm not sure that longhorn stood out enough, for us to return.“

“Great restaurant. It has some really good food. The fried chicken is phenomenal and so is the fried pork chops. The only opportunity I have is consistency I've been there a few times and when they are good they are great but on the other occasion, it was fine.“

“I had several amazing meals at Jack Henry's during my stay at Thousand Hills. The brownie cookie sundae and peach cobbler with ice cream and brandy butter sauce are both luscious! The portion sizes on the Thousand Hills chicken salad, fried mushrooms, BBQ cheeseburger/fries, were quite large. It was all really good! The only downside I found, regarding the food, was the breakfast buffet. It had a pretty nice selection, but many of the items were things that I couldn't eat. I highly recommend dinner and desserts, though. Carissa and Kortnie were very kind and gave tremendous service!“

“Amazing food and our waitress was outstanding. The Manager came by two times to check on us. Definitely will be back!“

“We love Cheddars. It is a corporate restaurant and our expectations are consistent with that model. Our meal was as expected with the following exceptions:

1. It is my fault for not checking the ticket prior to departure, but I was charged $7.29 for chips & queso dip after redeeming "free with code" coupon. LESSON: Thoroughly, check your bill.

2. Buffalo rollup: shell was dry and crusty after being seared on a griddle.

We will be back though this visit had a few negatives. The staff and waitress were outstanding!“

“Ate here at 3:20pm on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. We ordered the Feast for Two. Everything tasted fresh, moist, and delicious. Our waitress, Nicole, was friendly, helpful, and great too! I would rate our food, and experience A+. It couldn't have been any better!“

“nice atmosphere...kind people“

“I’m a Branson local. This was my first trip to Mountaintop Grill. I’ve been to Top of the Rock many times. This was pretty comparable. We got greeted promptly by a golf cart shuttle for curbside service which was very nice. The entry is grand and standing out looking over the ozarks is pretty breathtaking. It was a work lunch and we sat out on the deck. The views are of course absolutely spectacular. Our server was nice but a little slow. We had a larger group of 9 people. The food was amazing. I had the chicken sandwich and the fried pickles appetizer. Price per person is on the higher side compared to a lot of restaurants you’ll find in Branson but this is a great place to splurge and just enjoy a little finer experience in dining.

Parking: Plenty of parking during lunch. Even had shuttle service from the parking lot to the front which was very prompt and much appreciated“

“staff was very friendly and helpful. food hot and fresh. Abe was great waiter.“

“We for a date night last night food an Apps fell pretty flat, food wasn't anything special bland and unappetizing.... 💯
Now the dessert we ordered was amazing apple pie ice cream thing best thing we ordered ❤️ manager did comp some of the bill to help......“

“Very good breakfast! We really enjoyed the atmosphere.“

“We had Katie as our server and she was beyond amazing!

She was attentive and made us feel very welcome. Dine in or drive through, the food is the same, but it was having her as a server that truly elevated the experience.
We'll be requesting her if possible next time we come in!!!“

“My boyfriend and I came from Springfield down to Branson to golf and this is the first place we wanted to stop at to grab food. Their sandwiches are truly the best and the place is kept very well. The food is absolutely delicious, and the portions are generous. By far, the cleanest restaurant I’ve ever been in. Definitely will stop here whenever we can to support this business!!“