50 Best American Restaurants near Rockaway Beach

“We recently had breakfast and were totally delighted with the service, food, and atmosphere. Arthur was our host and waiter and although he was busy, he stopped numerous times to make sure everything was ok. We are looking forward to enjoying their great food in the near future. This is by far the prettiest restaurant in the area. We like their mission to New Life USA.“

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

“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.“

“Honest Review of Billy Gail's in Branson, MO I recently visited Billy Gail's in Branson, and overall, it was a good experience with a few ups and downs. Starting with the positives—the service from my server and the front-of-house supervisor was excellent. Once I was seated, my server was attentive and friendly, and the food was very good. The portions were generous, and the flavors were exactly what you’d hope for from a place known for homestyle cooking. However, the initial impression wasn’t quite as welcoming. The hostess gave off a rather cold and distant vibe upon arrival, which set a bit of a negative tone at the start. Additionally, it took about 20 to 30 minutes before I was even greeted by my server. It turns out she hadn’t been alerted by the hostess that I had been seated, which explains the delay—but it was still a bit frustrating. Despite the rocky start, the good food and strong service from my server and the supervisor made up for it. I’d definitely give Billy Gail's another try, especially since the food and service (once it got going) were solid. Hopefully, they can smooth out the front-of-house communication to create a more welcoming first impression.“

“I'm scared to review this because i want to keep it to myself. They make everything scratch and keep things simple, clean, and delicious. Across the street things get a little dicey with the menu. They also send a text when your table is ready leaving you to wander the shops not tied down by a buzzer.“

“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!“

“I eat breakfast all through out Southern Missouri! I recommend Wagon Wheel! On my scoring of breakfast it scores 47 of 50 possible points! The only issue with this breakfast is you only get two pieces of bacon! Everywhere else we get 3! We always get coffee, 2 eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast or Biscuit! Food 10 Portions 8 Coffee 10 Service 10 Price 9“

“The mouthy waitress, the delicious biscuits and gravy, along side the crunchy and yummy hashbrowns!! loved it. we will be back !!“

“I honestly had one of the best ribeyes in the area this week!Thank you Scott and the team! See you soon.“

“People are always wonderful, food is perfect!“

“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!“

“Thank you for your donation to the Reeds Spring parent-teacher organization! We are very grateful! The teachers have endured a lot while they await the renovation of their school building, and we are thrilled to be able to love on them with your help. Good scoops speak from the heart! 😃“

“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!!“

“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!!“

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

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

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

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

“10/10.... everything was excellent! Atmosphere, service and especially the food!“

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

“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.“

“This is by far the best place to eat in the Branson area. I’ve been to this restaurant several times over the years and it never disappoints. The service is wonderful, the atmosphere is top notch and the food is amazing. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

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

“I don't know about the service, because I was getting food next door, but my wifes Philly was freaking amazing! you're not a fan of the heat ,you may want to ask for a little bit less seasoning on the fries.“

“This is by far the best place to eat in the Branson area. I’ve been to this restaurant several times over the years and it never disappoints. The service is wonderful, the atmosphere is top notch and the food is amazing. Highly recommend!“

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

“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!“

“The bacon mac n cheese burger was amazing!“

“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“

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

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

“Fresh very tasty food and we had a wonderful server“

“We were very happy with our recent experience at Mountain Top Grill. We were a party of 4 celebrating my parents' anniversary and had great service and really good food. We loved the venison tenderloin and the truffle chicken tortellini. The wrap and flatbread were just ok, but not bad by any means. We were even treated to a special dessert since we were celebrating, which was very unexpected and generous. The cheesecake was huge and we all remarked on how good it was. We booked a reservation after seeing good reviews and mention of the great views. We were not disappointed in either. I'd highly recommend booking a table around sunset to enjoy the beautiful views at their best.“

“Our 38th Anniversary eve dinner and our waitress Carissa was amazing, from beginning to end (with apple cobbler n ice cream) Carissa took care of us so well! We give Carissa and Jack Henry’s five out of five stars!“

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

“nice atmosphere...kind people“

“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!“

“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!“

“This restaurant has greatly improved since my first visit 2-years ago. The ribs and chicken were excellent along with the accompanying side dishes. The price per person was very reasonable for all you can eat. Our server was very accommodating and brought us refills on each item we requested. A point to note is there are no left over carry outs allowed except for the deserts. Great food, great service, glad we stopped by.“

“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......“