50 Best American Restaurants near Waterloo

“Thanks for a great lunch!! I look forward to seeing y’all again.“

“My husband was skeptical when I said I wanted to go into a car dealership for lunch after doing my research- Truly a hidden gem! These guys were so friendly and accommodating, and it was obvious without saying that they love what they do. The food was fantastic (especially the traditional enchiladas with chili con queso added). The kids love cars so this was such a cool treat for them to gawk at all the indoor vehicles while we were waiting. 10/10 recommend!“

“The best food, cocktails, and staff 🤩“

“Always awesome. Coffee always filled!“

“We searched for a dive bar and boy did we find one of the best. Service was kind of sketchy, but they were busy and our server was pretty cool about it, he did a great job for the crowd they had on a Sunday evening. I had the meatloaf....and it was WELL WORTH IT!“

“We had a good experience and Rachelle did a great job as our server. We had a group business dinner in a private room and the acoustics and atmosphere were good. Some of the food was just okay but the Asian salad and the salmon were to die for.“

“always skim your milk when you're having a latte“

“Culvers never disappoints. While butterburgers may not be health food they are delicious, their concretes are delicious with a variety of add ons (for those of you that don't know a concrete is frozen custard chocolate or vanilla with various add ins like cookie dough, oreo pieces, strawberries etc.)“

“always skim your milk when you're having a latte“

“I love first watch! They have so many options for my GF diet and everything is so healthy, delicious, and fresh! Rest assured, they also have the indulgent options for those with a sweet tooth and kids (choc chip pancakes!). My only regret is that I haven’t tried one of their fresh juiced concoctions during one of my visits. Definitely going to make that a priority next time. 😊“

“We’ve been waiting for Talus and it was worth the wait! Food is incredible, service was awesome. Our waiter was attentive without being overbearing. He had great suggestions and made our special dinner fun.

We had the crab artichoke dip starter and each a different risotto dish. Drinks are also stand out. We loved the entire experience. We chose to enjoy the patio on a cool evening. Both inside and outside seating is lovely.“

“First time at Cheddar’s. I was impressed. Solid menu and kid friendly atmosphere. Our server was fabulous. My wife got the meatloaf and it was delicious. I got the salmon and it was seared nicely. Prices were solid. I will definitely go back again.“

“Excellent service, great food! Would 100% recommend.“

“Food is always fantastic!“

“We just ate there for our 6th wedding anniversary last night and it was an amazing experience!! Ally and the staff went above and beyond and made our night so wonderful and memorable 🥰 The food was outstanding and the Billionaire cocktail she recommended was delish! She made the dessert special and everyone even signed a card. She was so personable and genuinely nice, I can't sing Ally's praises enough, thank you again!!!“

“Everything was delicious from our drinks to our steaks! Great service too!“

“10/10 best burger I’ve had in 26 years. Love from Topeka, KS 🔥 🍔“

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“Street tacos were amazing!! Onion rings…. Amazing! Everything gf! I had not had onion rings in 2years. Our waitress was a total delight and very helpful. I can’t wait to go back.“

“Great food and service. Very clean atmosphere. Love the tap handles displayed around the room up by the ceiling. Notice next you’re there for dinner or a drink.“

“Always prompt and friendly service. Nice menu variety. Good food! Comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. Nightly specials are great. A++++“

“I like First Watch bc I can enjoy many things and still stay on track with my eating plan. I would’ve appreciated the option of whole wheat English muffins, but that issue is the same across the entire chain. The server was very solicitous of my daughter’s specific requests for my grandkids’ menu choices (extra plate to share one adult meal, subbing fruit for their potatoes, extra straws and napkins, etc.).“

“This place is a sinful place. Burgers so good.... Fries done perfectly. Please do NOT open a location in Fremont, otherwise I will be in a burger coma. Hands down best fast food burger out there!
Update: Glad Culver's responded promptly. Shows they stand behind their products. I will pay more for this quality. Look I'm a chunky guy, if I want a good, quality, fast burger fix.... This is my heaven!

Are you kidding me, I need to change my underwear after eating here. I am not kidding. So good, y'all hit it every time. I'd be 400 lbs if you came to Fremont.
Update: yeah you are bomb, no other fast food place is as good.... Simply the best!“

“Hosted a bridal shower there. Natalie was wonderful to work with. The food was very good, and the event room was the perfect size. An overall great experience!“

“I reached out to the email provided on their website about having a big group in on the following Saturday evening. The owner herself responded. She always replied back in a very timely manner. Everyone was very accommodating. They have a lot of variety on the menu! There’s something for everyone! We ended up having 18 people. Our service was excellent. The food came out fast. Everyone left happy. It was a good experience for us. Thank you to everyone at Warehouse.“

“Jukes Ale Works is easily one of my favorite spots for brunch, great food, and even better beer. The Sunday brunch is sooo good, especially the biscuits and gravy—they’re seriously delicious and filling! No matter what you get, you will NOT be disappointed or leave hungry. The whole crew is awesome, and Jukes is easily one of the best family-run breweries in Douglas County!“

“45 minutes in the drive thru. Your food is good but really? Staff is short everywhere but never this bad.“

“I had never been before. Our server, Courtney, was very kind to tell me about different dishes. Had the beef bourginon paperadelle, and it was really great! My companion had their pesto gnocchi, which he says is always good. Courtney checked on us, but didn't interrupt, so good service. They have my wine! (Moscato) All in all, a pleasant first experience!“

“Wonderful prime rib special on Thursday night. Very delicious; melt in your mouth. The desserts are also amazing.“

“Great place to eat! Great prices!!“

“Friendly staff, fun environment.“

“If I can describe the atmosphere I would say very positive, family oriented and fun. Shevys is an awesome bar that I get to DJ at and I enjoy the crowd getting down. It’s one of the best bars I’ve played so far and the owner Shevy is awesome I’m glad I was able to meet her, very humble, great owner she takes care of her clients. I look forward doing more business here. Thank you and God bless.“

“We were there for a celebration of life. The staff was very accommodating to the very large crowd that arrived after funeral services. We orded the appetizer platter & it was delicious! Can't say enough good things about Outer Limits!“

“The Q is the best bar in town! Great bartenders! Awesome people! So much fun!����“

“I’ve been going here for about 20 years now. It was great in the beginning, but seemed to drop off for a few years. I have to say, the last year I’ve gone here, it has been great. I don’t know what they did, but the beer is colder, the wings are tops and the food is just better. Glad to see they live up to being a quality sports bar & grill.“

“We reserved Jack’s party room for an after-work office social. Great room, food selections were wonderful and server was GREAT!! (Paige). Would absolutely recommend for any party/social for a group!!“

“My wife and I ate here on the evening of 7/24/26. Our server Asher was very professional and personable. Our prime rib and onion rings were excellent! Ordered it medium, it was delivered exactly medium. Flawless. The seasoning on the prime rib was excellent! The onion rings are huge, sweet, homemade and the best we have ever had. There is a slight up-charge to order them, but it is worth it! My wife had a pork tenderloin sandwich and she said it was awesome. The table next to us got the lighthouse nachos and they looked fantastic! We had a very good experience and would give the food a 10 out of 10! The service Asher provided us was a 10 out of 10. The bussers were very prompt at cleaning off the tables and even wiped off the chairs. We would highly recommend this establishment and will definitely be back soon! We even posted a pic of our wonderful server Asher. Thank you! Jeff & Gail“

“Friendly staff, fun environment.“

“If you’re looking for a family friendly Sunday brunch spot in West Omaha this is it! There’s a wide variety of yummy menu items or you can pick from a variety of fresh and flavorful dishes on the brunch buffet. The omelet station is where it’s at! Their chorizo will not disappoint. Most importantly the experience from the moment you step in the door is unlike most restaurants. The staff treats you like family and goes above and beyond! They even have a magician/balloon artist that stops by to entertain. To top it all off having an arcade and movie theatre all in one. For those on a budget it’s very inexpensive for what you get and they have a Loyalty program to save on your next visit. My girls and I look forward to our Sunday funday coming to this magical gem after church!“

“First time attending. Cassie was great! Ordered drinks, and they were perfect! Exactly what we ordered. They tasted fantastic! Mandy is a great bartender! The food was almost exactly what we ordered and served very efficiently. The burger was a little overcooked. Great music, and not too loud. The atmosphere was great! The chairs were comfortable as well. Highly recommend. We will definitely be back!“

“the staff is always friendly. you have to sign up for the rewards. great happy hour deals...and the food is killer!“

“It was our first time visiting this restaurant and we had the best experience! All of the staff was very friendly, very helpful and very prompt. The food was excellent! The manager even came over to talk to us after our meal. It's really hard to find this quality of food and service anymore. We highly recommend this place!“

“The food was delicious and ready in no time at all. Server Ryan was awesome. He came back and checked on us several times, although it was a busy Saturday. Thanks, Texas Roadhouse. We’ll be back!!“

“Wow! What a wonderful experience we had as first timers to Penn Station. From the warm greeting from Josh as we entered the restaurant to the vibe in helping us order exactly what we love then delivering even better than we expected! We knew, this was not a standard, run of the mill sandwich shop.., this was more like eating a gourmet restaurant! He and his team were exceptional! Penn Station is now our “Go to” place to eat! See y’all soon!“

“I gotta share about the best service we got at Freddy's tonight on 3465 N. 168th Ct. We stopped in there to eat dinner and was greeted by a kid name Chard, he had a the biggest smile on his face, so polite, and honestly seemed happy he work's there. He never stopped working while we were there eating, he was cleaning tables sweeping, and greeted everyone that came in with a smile and was just happy to see us. The place was spotless, who ever was cooking did a great job, and the kitchen was spotless. I highly recommend this place not just for the food, but the customer service was excellent. Looking for a place for a quick meal go check them out. My cheeseburger and onion rings were delicious, fresh and hot. Thanks to the staff at Freddy's especially Chard!! We definitely will be back 😊“

“We’ve been coming here for years and always return for the food because it truly is amazing. Unfortunately, this particular location is in serious need of an update.

Food: 5 out of 5. Everything on the menu is top-notch, and they have some of the best wings in town.

Building: The space is extremely dirty, and there’s no proper kitchen exhaust, so you’ll leave smelling like you just finished working a grill.

Bathroom: Easily one of the dirtiest restrooms among Omaha dive bars. The floor is usually wet, and it’s filthy throughout, not just the toilets but also the walls, trim, and sink.

If you visit one of their other locations, you’ll get the same great food in a much cleaner environment. This location, however, is in desperate need of a deep cleaning and refurbishment“

“VI has been consistently awesome for as long as I can remember… which is back when the 25-30 foot tall VI Chef sat out front of the restaurant and would talk when you pushed his button. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, as your parents. lol“

“Yum! Great food, love the bread!“

“Taco Tuesday is the bomb!! The fried beef and chicken tacos are amazing! Ask for a side of queso with them #gamechanger.

We went tonight around 7:30pm, pretty darn busy and the BARTENDERS were incredible. Super kind, always checking in to see if we needed anything. At first we weren’t going to eat but they finally got us to try the tacos and tots after asking if we needed a menu Several times 😅 honestly the service might have better than the tacos — and that’s a BOLD statement“

“Super experience this weekend. We sat at the bar- great service.Delicious recommendation from the bartender and great ambiance. We had an excellent experience from the moment we were greeted until we left.. The menu was tempting to try everything but I settled for the short rib buritto breakfast, artichoke and bacon soup. next time I will try the stuffed popadews.“