38 Best American Restaurants near South Sioux City

“They know my order before I do!! They are so sensitive to the unique requests of regular customers!“

“A special thank you to all the employees and especially to the owners for all that they do. The food and hospitality is always amazing. I also want to thank them very much for all they do for the people of their community as well. Thank you for everything back in November for the dinner where we honored our dads life. We were allowed to enjoy the dinner in one of their party rooms. My family and I truly appreciate it. Thank you. Also, try the street tacos and the jalapeño poppers… you won’t regret it 😉.“

“Elegant atmosphere with river views. Great happy hour and friendly service! A must stop every time we are in the area!“

“My boss (my Dad) and I have lunch here frequently. Food is good, easy going atmosphere, fair pricing and the service is excellent! We typically end up with the same waitress who is friendly, keeps our pops full and seems to be in no rush to get us out the door. Much appreciated!! Thanks!“

“It was busy and bustling, but we still got to order fairly quickly. Then we got to sit down and the food was brought to the table in no time at all. Everything was piping hot, fresh, and delicious. We ordered custard separately and again it was brought to the table quickly. I was shocked that they were able to mix in the pecans so thoroughly they were all throughout the custard without being broken. All said a great experience and would stop here on a road trip again.“

“This is the best place to get a Philly. We both got the create your own Phillies with steak and they were fabulous. The fries were “seasoned to perfection” (as my fiance said). The fries are like Arby’s curly fries, but straight. The service was on point as well. We think this is a hidden gem of the siouxland area!“

“Friendly staff. Classy feel. Good food. It’s a hidden gem.“

“I felt like I had stepped back into an old bar/restaurant from the 1930's. It was overly warm in the restaurant. I was more interested in drinking my ice water than drinking my glass of pop. I got a rubien sandwich which was very good. I also got a bowl of chili. To my surprise, I found there were jalapeños in it. That was fine with me though I and I assume others would prefer to know this prior to ordering. The chili was also very meaty with few beans. The waitress was very nice and did a great job. Be prepared. If you need to use the restroom you will need to walk into the basement via a stairway which may make it difficult for elderly or intoxicated patrons.“

“I pulled into the drive-thru of this popular midwestern fast-food chain after a long day of traveling because I was craving something hearty and comforting. The butterburgers are absolutely fantastic, featuring perfectly crispy edges and a wonderfully soft, buttered bun that sets them apart from typical burger joints. I also couldn't resist trying their famous crinkle-cut fries and a scoop of their rich, creamy fresh frozen custard, which made for the perfect sweet ending to my meal. The only minor downside was that the drive-thru line moved quite slowly, but the food is made fresh to order and arrives piping hot, which makes the extra wait entirely worth it.“

“We got to try Billy Boy lastnight. The drive thru was busy so we went inside. Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. Friendly atmosphere. The food was amazing and the Flavor Burst ice cream ( we tried banana) ...oh my goodness ....sooo good! cant wait to try the other flavors“

“We love going here! It's one of our favorite places to dine!“

“Had chicken, broasted potatoes, and cheese balls, delicious as always. thanks Sneakys crew“

“Took my grandson for breakeakfeast 40.00 was the bill then u had to chose how to pay card or cash never seeen any thing about until u pay way to much money will never go back“

“This little place is my absolute favorite ! The workers are friendly . They all do such an amazing job ! They always go above and beyond to make our experience the best! Our food is hot and fresh every single time! Kudos to you all on Greek2Me on Sunnybrook !“

“The service was great and the food was Delicious 😋“

“Service is friendly and fast.. food portions are generous and tasty, great breakfast option vs the traditional flare. Loved our first experience and will be back! 👍🏻💯“

“I used to love this Perkins but the last two times I haven't even been able to finish my meal because it had been way too salty. I tried to get some of the salt off my fries before eating them but it didn't help. i couldn't do anything about my burger being too salty. Sad because this particular Perkins has always been so good.“

“Dylan was a great server, very personable and attentive but not overly. Our favorite on the sushi menu is the Bamboo Bites. The Firecracker Shrimp is very good as well. We come here quite often and I don't think we've ever had anything bad. That said, the spicy tuna didn't live up to expectations but that's a personal texture decision.“

“Stepping into the Diving Elk, you feel sophisticated. This gem is one of Sioux City's best as far as restaurants and bars go in the area with an evolving, seasonal menu that will make you want to try something new every time you visit! Don't sleep on the classics like the truffle fries and brussel sprouts though, there's a reason those always stay. Also try out their weekend specials! After your visit, you'll know why this place consistently has a "Siouxland's Best Bar Tender" nominee. They are experts in their craft with an incredible selection of cocktails and craft beers. Sioux City is lucky to have such a trendy, vibrant spot for the foodies out here.“

“My husband, child & I had never been to Opa Time. We moved here in Summer of 2020. I heard the “devastating” outcry from the public when the fire happened & how they wanted it back and they’d miss it and everything so forth. I thought it was horrible that it happened for the owners & hoped they had insurance. Come to the re-opening I hear about people wrapped around the building & how they don’t have a big enough parking lot & how it was blocking off traffic because so many people wanted to go to opa time to try their food. I thought hmm this much be some good stuff. I better wait until the hype settles and give them a shot. Brings me to tonight when we went in at just the right time. Not a sole was in the restaurant. No drive thru, nothing. We got our food brought out to us by a very nice man. It was probably the best fast food establishment I’ve seen in my life. And I think Jim’s burger is pretty great on Pierce. It suddenly got so busy and in the rain the man went out to get someone’s order so it would be ready by the time they got to the window. Talk about top notch service. Five stars isn’t enough!!! We will be back & with TIP money next time because they deserve it.“

“Stumbled on this little gem while visiting family in the area. Wasn’t quite sure what to expect for Filipino -American cuisine in Iowa. We were pleasantly surprised. We ordered Pancit Bihon, Beef Kaldereta Stew, Lumpiang Shanghai, and the Korean BBQ plate. The food was great! We found authentic flavors, and generous portions. What a great find!!
And we loved the reminders that lumpiang aren’t egg rolls!“

“Best in Sioux City, prices are a little steep and no Veteran or any other discounts.“

“Excellent service, friendly and food was delicious“

“Just had the most delicious hamburger here. The food was so good. Place was very clean and Halloween decorations added a festive vibe. Server was very friendly and bathrooms were very clean. I HIGHLY recommend. Today was the best burger I've had in a long time!!“

“Delicious food, burger was perfect and now my husband's new fav! Service was great, our server was Alexis! Very friendly, we'll be back!!“

“my fav breakfast place!!!!“

“Our family loves dining here, awesome options especially the Gyro and wings!“

“I had a great time visiting this spot and was immediately impressed by the welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. The menu features a solid variety of classic bar and grill favorites, and the food was served hot and full of flavor. I particularly enjoyed the casual, nautical-themed decor and the lively energy of the place, making it an ideal setting for a meal with friends or family. The service was friendly and attentive, with the staff making sure we were well taken care of throughout our visit. Whether you're stopping in for a drink or a hearty meal, it provides a fun and comfortable environment with great food and hospitable service.“

“My first time there with family. We all enjoyed our meals would not hesitate to go again.“

“You never leave this place hungry the employees are very friendly they make you feel like your a member of their family at texes road house the environment is clean if i still lived in sioux city iowa i would eating there 7 days week“

“I just want to shout out the staff. The girl that helped us was so friendly, but more than that, she took care of us the entire time we were there. She went out of her way to make sure we were good. In this day and age you really dont see the kind of customer service she gave. I think her name was Katrina. Im not sure. It was Saturday 8/30/24 at about 7pm. I was so impressed. She was great.“

“This is me and my husband’s first choice for a quality restaurant when eating out. The food and service has always been amazing! I haven’t found friendlier waitresses and prompter service anywhere else! To me, they’re a five star restaurant! ?“

“Clint was the best server I've ever had at a restaurant. Kind, funny, self-effacing and super knowledgeable. That man deserves a raise and all the tips. Also the food was pretty good, but it's still just an Applebee's, so it's standard American faire.“

“Drove all the way from Sioux Falls, SD to get Old Chicago. We had Jahni as our server. She was prompt, friendly, talkative. Our food was excellent. A tad sad they didn’t have spicy marinara, but above all great. Would recommend to anyone, and above all our service was excellent. Will definitely make the over an hour drive again for Old Chicago!“

“Greeted as we opened the door. Very clean and fun atmosphere. It felt special like we are in another city. Very friendly and patient staff. Great place for families with children as there are so many choices. Kids meals were complete even with a game. The bread just melts in your mouth!! Food was hot and quickly served at our table. Looking forward to eating here again!“

“Good food at a fair price. Our server "Cole" was fantastic, always checking on us and very helpful and friendly. Great server.“

“Went with mom for dinner last week. We were greeted immediately by the host and sat at booth in the bar area. Our server was nice (sorry I can’t remember her name), prompt, explained the kiosk thing on the table that you pay the bill with and can sign up for rewards with (as an ex-server I appreciated her smooth but not pushy pitch), and checked on us throughout our stay. Mom got the whiskey bbq burger with onion rings which looked delicious. Since I’m watching my calories and sodium (sign I’m getting old lol) I choose the avo-Cobb-o salad with balsamic vinegar dressing which came on the side. The menu listed calories for each item which was handy (dressing not included). I asked for a small thing of bleu cheese dressing when ordering just in case since that’s what I’d normally order with this kind of salad, but wound up not needing it. My salad was big and delicious! Mom really liked her order too. We sat awhile after eating just catching up and our server checked on us to make sure we had enough water to drink. Not gonna lie I sometimes used to use that line to gently get ppl out the door lol but it didn’t seem to be the case here. It took a bit to figure out how to use our gift card which was our own fault though and left a few extra bucks than what we originally put on the table for our server since we sat there longer than we anticipated.

Dietary restrictions: Calories listed for most items

Wheelchair accessibility: A few handicap parking spots up front. Sloped sideway for wheelchairs and ppl with walkers.“

“our waitress, Bobbi, at the downtown IHop in Sioux City, at nov 2nd, 2022 at around 11:30 pm after Judas Priest concert, was the absolute BEST!!! Hang onto that hard worker!!!! she was the only one working and took care in a speedy manner of about 25-30 of us all!!! she is awesome!!!! and still kept a smile on her face! she deserved big tips!!! thank you Bobbi!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“