50 Best American Restaurants near Ridgedale

“One of our favorite places to eat. We always visit here when we come back to town. Breakfast is our favorite but lunch and supper are great also. Very friendly staff, a lot of them have worked there for years, which shows that the enjoy their job.“

“Food was absolutely delicious! Service was very quick and the place is very clean I loved all the the automotive decor on the walls I’m really big on bathrooms being clean and the bathrooms smelled amazing and it was very clean, and the sugar scrub was a pleasant add on. Overall very nice place will definitely be returning!“

“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!“

“The food was decent. Nothing to write home about.\n\nSome in our group enjoyed fish and chips.\nThe pizza was eaten quickly.\nI was told the bison burger had a weird texture and only half was eaten.\nThe nachos consisted of about two bags of chips, 2 cups of congealed nacho cheese, a drizzle of bbq sauce, and maybe 1/2 cup of brisket. The remaining toppings we ordered on the side. Wouldn’t get them again. \n\nHowever, Jeremy, our server, was so polite, kind, understanding, and on top of things. Our entire group couldn’t stop talking about him and we made sure to let him know as well. If only every server could be like him!“

“This was one of the BEST dinner experiences my husband and I have ever had. And that’s saying something as we fine dine often. Our waitress, Naomi was very knowledgeable and Naomi’s service was Top Tier!! The steak and salmon were both excellent!! My compliments to the Chef!!“

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

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Buffalo Bar – Branson, MO

Buffalo Bar in Branson is truly a standout spot that delivers an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a warm and welcoming staff who go above and beyond to make every guest feel valued. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, with a perfect mix of casual comfort and exciting entertainment. Whether you’re there for a night out with friends, a date, or just to unwind, Buffalo Bar has something for everyone.

The drink selection is impressive, featuring expertly crafted cocktails, a wide variety of beers, and friendly recommendations from knowledgeable bartenders. The menu offers delicious options that cater to every taste, and the quality of the food is consistently excellent. One of the highlights is the live music – the performers are talented, engaging, and create a fun, inviting vibe that keeps the energy high throughout the evening.

What sets Buffalo Bar apart is the combination of great service, fantastic drinks, lively entertainment, and an atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again. Every visit feels personal and special, and it’s clear that the staff genuinely care about creating a memorable experience for their guests. If you’re in Branson and looking for a place that blends fun, flavor, and fantastic hospitality, Buffalo Bar is an absolute must-visit.“

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

“GREAT breakfast! Simple menu but hot/fresh and tasty! We cleared our plates!“

“I am so excited now I can say I found my favorite breakfast spot“

“Great people here and they were very friendly“

“Branson Cafe doesn’t believe in small portions. Ham steak, pancakes, home fries, biscuits and gravy….every plate comes out loaded and ready to work. And those cinnamon rolls? Big as your face and worth every bite. It’s the kind of breakfast that makes you sit back, loosen your belt, and admit it was absolutely the right decision. If you leave hungry, that’s on you. 😎“

“Great food and great gathering place - everyone so kind ❤️“

“We were in Branson June 1 - June 6 2025 . (From Nebraska) We absolutely love coming to Branson —- we came on June 1st which was our 34 th wedding anniversary , and Branson was our honeymoon destination 34 yrs ago . We absolutely love love love Branson and all the entertainment it offers and provides . We love all the restaurants in Branson for a selection of a wide variety of food . We have never at hero’s but chose to try it this time —- it did not disappoint what so ever we absolutely loved it the food was delicious so good it called us back for a 2nd time Within that week —- the first time we had their fried chicken —- which is always kinda a concern being away with not knowing if it’s going to be greasy or not as my husband has a touchy stomach with greasy food . We loved the fried chicken !!!!! Literally lived it non greasy and very tolerable and did not upset my husbands stomach —- it was again very impressive and delicious . Toward the end of our week we chose to go back to hero’s once again and we were once again very very pleased . The waitresses were so nice and so accommodating and it was just he best in atmosphere —- we would be extremely extremely sad if this place ever closed because it’s on our return list for our next return to Branson . Oh and did I mention the breaded corn it’s a hit it was so unique and so different and it was yummy!!! Thanks hero tastes and taps you have us as a return customer to hero’s . It’s highly recommended over and beyond in a 5 star!!!!“

“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!“

“We stopped in over Thanksgiving weekend. It was busy but we were seated pretty quickly. Food was great (I had the chicken salad on croissant and my friend had the steak burger/fries and a shake). Friendly waitress, pleasant singer, we'll be back:)“

“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.“

“Unique flavors very good food for all ages“

“I have eaten at this restaurant quite a few times and I keep going back! A lot of the food is made from scratch and they have large portions! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable! It’s just a great place all around. If you haven’t eaten there yet, I highly recommend it! You won’t be disappointed!“

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

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

“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.“

“The bacon mac n cheese burger was amazing!“

“Crazy Craig’s has a wonderful variety of delicious food with fantastic daily specials. It is kept very clean and we are always personally greeted by multiple staff members. They care about their customers. They also take pride in the quality of their food and service. They will make you feel welcomed!“

“We did the wine tasting. Max was our host & he was a lot fun & entertaining. We had a great time! He's deserve 5 stars!“

“Our first time at the restaurant and didn’t disappoint! Nice atmosphere, service staff very friendly. I enjoyed listening to the piano being played. Our food was amazing we had steak (perfect) my granddaughter had meat loaf (the best she ever had). I can’t wait to go back again.“

“Our family had an amazing breakfast at The Grand Country buffet! Our service was exceptional! Our server Armandina I found out has not missed a shift here in 38 years!! Impressive!“

“Ate here while on weekend trip, and it was just what we needed. First, for being so busy at lunch during the weekend, the staff was phenomenal. Friendly, helpful, and pleasant. The food was very good as well- the quantity and quality. The milkshakes were thick, creamy, and delicious!“

“Our first time at the restaurant and didn’t disappoint! Nice atmosphere, service staff very friendly. I enjoyed listening to the piano being played. Our food was amazing we had steak (perfect) my granddaughter had meat loaf (the best she ever had). I can’t wait to go back again.“

“This was a fun place that the Littles and I enjoyed. The staff was super friendly and helpful. They visited with the Littles and made some recommendations regarding the menu. The food was great! I ordered a cheeseburger with everything and it was delicious. Little Flip Out had a chili cheese dog and it was a hit. Littlest Flip Out had a kids burger and it was enthusiastically eaten as well. We really enjoyed the chili cheese tots. Upon the suggestion of one server, we ended up getting ice cream too. The Littles had twists in a cup, and I had a peanut butter shake, and they were great, too. Well worth the visit!“

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

“Best food ever. Husband had the catfish and loved it. I had the burnt end tip salad. Awesome!!!!!!!! Our server Ivan went out of his way to with our food issues.“

“Food was good. Service was top notch! We had the pleasure of having Kenneth as our server and he went above and beyond. Best service we have ever received anywhere. He was so kind. He even left us a Happy New Years greeting on a card and it was so nice to read after we left the restaurant. I hope this guy is cherished as a worker there because they honestly can't do better than Kenneth. If mangaement reads this, tell him the card and words meant so much!“

“We were at the tree house on April 4th, this place has the best people, best food and top service, we had the drink of the day, i think it was the treehouse punch, omg this drink was delicious, if possible, I would like instructions on how to make this here at home? If not, we still will be back in the fall, thank you all for the awesome dining experience. Bob“

“We had an excellent experience at The Lake House in Branson, Missouri. The service was outstanding, friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. Our server was always checking in and made sure everything was perfect.

The pizza was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The vibe of the place was relaxed, fun, and inviting and perfect for a casual meal with our large family group. We played darts and all had a very fun time.

What really stood out was the attentive service and amazing food. The staff truly goes above and beyond to make sure guests are taken care of, which made the experience even better.

If you’re in Branson and looking for great pizza, a welcoming atmosphere, and top-notch service, The Lake House is definitely worth a visit. We’ll absolutely be back!“

“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“

“This bar gets a 5 stars rating primarily because of Carolyn. She was the bartender working nights on the second night of our stay. She saved our vacation or at least made it so we didn’t have to go looking for another hotel. (See my review of the Thousand Hills Resort Hotel.) There were numerous problems with our room and we were getting nothing but lip service from the front desk. Late at night we were whining about it to Carolyn. She took the initiative to do something about it. She called the night maintenance man in to talk to us and he made sure the maintenance issue were addressed that night. I wish I could remember his name of the maintenance man as he deserves credit as well.“

“We sat outside with the beautiful views. I liked that it was screened in to keep any bugs at a minimum. The hamburger was delicious and our waitress was very attentive. My only complaint was the fries were lukewarm and a little blah. A little seasoning salt would have gone a long way. I works definitely go back“

“nice atmosphere...kind people“

“Incredible service from our server, Amanda. The restaurant was spotless and the service top notch. Everyone enjoyed their meal. The restroom was also extremely clean.“

“Excellent service! Not a long wait time for lunch. Food was delicious! The best steak that we’ve had in a long time. It was juicy and cooked to perfection. The southern green beans are also so good! The restrooms are clean. The dining area is nice and not overcrowded. The staff was very friendly. We will definitely be back!!!“

“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!“

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

“Food was very good and way more than we could eat. Our waiter Oscar was the best. Very concerned about his customers . We will be back. Of coarse we love the atmosphere since we’re from Louisiana. I would give them a 10 awesome.“

“I want to give a shout out to Pamela at the branson location! My husband,me and our two girls came in and we had Pamela as our waitress she was amazing and fast to get our drinks, food and was so sweet with the kids! The made sure we left super happy and full! I come back again for food and amazing service she brings! And for all kitchen staff thank you as well the food was 100/10 and that was best fish and butter cake we have had!! Thank you and big thank you everyone! And the manager is so sweet and helpful when i was buying items out the gift shop!! Thank you everyone you showed my husband why I love that restaurant that he got try for first time today!! Amazing all i can say :)“

“Very friendly, great service, delicious food!“

“It is in the heart of Down Town Branson!“

“My husband and I were visiting family from out of state and our hometown Applebee's has recently shut down. Although the host was rude, our server, Mickey/Derek, made up for it. He was attentive and very personable (not to mention, handsome). I was going to order the salmon and my husband the grilled cheese cheeseburger, but he pointed out that we could save a few dollars by ordering off of the two for $25 deal. The restaurant had a good vibe but the lack of lighting (inside and outside) could use some improvement, in my opinion.“

“The burgers were great! Our table had a few different ones, but no complaints at all.

I will say, they had so many open tables/booths that they stick us by the bathrooms. I was not a fan of that.

Our waitress was sweet and helpful. Not a wait for food or a table.“