10 Best American Restaurants in Knightdale

“The Depot on First has been open since October 2023 and since then has simply excelled as the only fine dining restaurant in the area. I think much of their success is based on the fact they not only maintain consistency in areas such as attention to detail, exceptional customer service and quality culinary experience, they also continue to evolve and adapt to changing tastes, trends, and customer preferences. I enjoy seeing their ongoing tasting and intimate dining events, of which I will have to attend at some point. Another cornerstone of success for many restaurant's is Authenticity, and this Farm-to-table restaurant continues to prioritize authenticity by sourcing quality ingredients directly from local farms and producers. They don't take any shortcuts when it comes to freshly prepared food to save time which is why I will wait patiently in the elegantly decorated intimate, warm and inviting dining room for my entree upon every visit. No Rush! Just me bring me another perfectly prepared old fashioned. Don't hesitate to step outside of the box and try something new on the menu, I am not a fan of porkchops, but I have become a fan of theirs. This is an environment that will put a smile on your face, Ben and staff are simply exceptional, every visit feels like coming home to dinner. I look forward to spending some time out on the beautiful back patio this spring. Cheers!“

“I love Salt Grass but today we had a bad experience there with our reservation I called and they didn’t put my name on the waitlist talk to a manager she added my name but we still ended up waiting about 2hrs 45 minutes for our table the mangers was really nasty Heather act like she didn’t want to sit us and seem like she was over looking the black and when finally got a table we had a really nice waiter name Becky but our food at one of the tables had to be sent back because it was cold then your other manager had us waiting for about another 35 to 40 minutes to check out because it was a very bad day there“

“My mom has been there many times and raves about the food and staff. I went in with her and I agree! Food was great! Super friendly and helpful staff, dessert was amazing! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻“

“What a great place. First time my two buddies and I had been to this chain. Tiffany at the front counter was very helpful and funny. She made sure we got the most flavor options for the money. We had a little bit of everything. The food was great and the atmosphere reminded us of an old movie. Tiffany should be the manager if she isn't yet. Absolutely made the experience better than the food did.“

“Applebee's locations are usually pretty good, and this one does not disappoint. There is a good selection of delicious food and drinks. The staff are friendly and helpful, though things can get busy, which means they may not have time to be especially attentive. Things can be a little loud as well, though that is hardly unusual. Because of the volume, I would not recommend groups larger than 3 or 4 people, but there is plenty of seating to accommodate larger or smaller groups.“

“my husband just spent 25.00 on breakfast the grits were old and lumpy and taste burnt. Hair was in the food I cook grits a lot and those grits from Waffle hours in knightdale nc were yesterday's grits. You can not reach them by phone but wait until I finish with them“

“I hadn't been to an IHOP in many years but it was quite a nice experience. We were seated in a booth immediately. Everything including the restroom was very clean. IHOP now has GLUTEN FREE PANCAKES and vegetarian IMPOSSIBLE SAUSAGE and they still leave a POT of COFFEE at your table.
The waiter was very friendly and attentive and you can settle up, paying the waiter at the table after the meal (so no line to pay at the end!).“

“They have amazing karaoke every Saturday night!“

“Rudinos Knightdale was nice for a first time visit during dinner one evening. Lunch time isn’t bad just a few things regarding food quality could be better.

Pros:
+ Decent atmosphere
+ Several menu options including Gluten Free
+ Friendly service

Cons:
- Salad was not fresh. ( had brown edges )
- Not many side options
- Chicken quality could be better. ( fatty with gristle)
- Hostess was not friendly or welcoming“

“was spending a Grandma and Granddaughter Day. went to Applebee's and waited for 20 min no service. Went over to Chili's was immediately seated and served with appetizers within 10 minutes, Our server Eric shift had just started and he didn't hesitate to make us feel welcome,Thank you Eric and Chili's staff . We will never go back to Applebee's, NEVER!!!!!“