50 Best American Restaurants near Califon

“Crash delicious, while food from a company that has a great sustainability consciousness“

“The staff are all kind, helpful, accommodating, and genuinely there to make your evening perfect. Chris the hostess was wonderful, as well as the many servers who all willingly supported Gary, the owner, to provide the best service and culinary experience possible for his dinner guests. The menu is one of the best we have seen in the area with many international dishes, some with the labor intensive Indian nuances, and others just with downright phenomenal flavors. Although they have lots of standard fare for the UNadventurous eater, I would suggest you reach past your comfort zone and try some of the appetizers that jump out as potential winners...like the tuna tartare that with just a splash of Japanese Rice wine vinegar would be one of the best I have ever had, as well as the grilled Tandoori shrimp that is marinated in yogurt, ginger, cloves nutmeg, and dried mango; the grilled lamp chops that come with three perfectly grilled meaty garlicky chops that come with mango chutney, and the Haryali chicken Tikka- three huge plump boneless breast of chicken slices that are marinated in mint, yogurt, roasted cloves, green cardamom and star anise, and served with their famous tiger sauce and salsa. We also shared another marinated shredded beef dish special that had three beef croquette-shaped mounds that had such a umami of flavors I can't even replicate it in this review, but we thought it was just great. I would be remiss if I did not mention the creamy, silky crème brûlée that we enjoyed with a glass of Prosecco; a perfect encore to the phenomenal culinary treat we had just experienced with the appetizer medley. Sharing many apps is more fun we think, than committing to one big entree, so we suggest that you dash over to the Pittstown Inn TONIGHT, and tell them Debbie and Gene sent you....ask to meet Gary, the owner, who elegantly floats from table to table, touching each to greet them and to check later on as well to see if everything was to their liking. A true host from days gone by, this owner is the real deal whose passion for the hospitality business emulates from his constant smile from the joy he is getting from making his guests happy. You see that what fuels this man to keep opening his doors from year to year, despite the many hardships and setbacks life has dealt us all over and over, is his love for you, his loyal customer. He is a rare find, so I suggest you go and treat yourself to the real deal in dining. You will not be disappointed, and be sure to ask to meet Gary. He will make your visit complete. Kudos the phenomenal chefs I met as well, for their expertise and genuine ingenuity in designing a menu to please everyone. Can you tell we LOVE this place??????????“

“We went there with friends celebrating our wedding anniversarys. The server and staff were excellent. It was a little bit noisy at first but as the crowd diminished it was delightful evening.We arrived at 7:30 and left at 9:45. At no time did we feel rushed to leave.The portions were generous and my wife and friends wife both took food home for the next day.“

“My three year old daughter and I went for lunch last week. It was such a treat! I ordered the delicious fried mozzarella (out of this world!) and had the chicken taco specials while my daughter had chicken tenders. Yummy!!!!! For dessert we had pumpkin pie gelato and the birthday cake cupcake. To die for! I highly recommend!“

“Excellent food and cocktails.“

“Amazing breakfast and wonderful staff. The banana bread French toast was delicious. I highly recommend.“

“Amazing food on a seasonal menu served by a lovely staff. Love their takeout also. Also love their off site bbq events and catering. Our favorite spot in the area.“

“Really fun atmosphere and awesome food will deff go back! Great place to take fam and kids. 😌“

“Great experience!! Maca was my server and she was the kindest and sweetest ever! She made sure we were taken care of and that we enjoyed our Applebees experience. The drinks and food were also great. I would definitely recommend this location!“

“Most people see diners and get melancholy for the same bland and boring food, but that is where I will challenge you. Today, I was served the most flavorful dishes from any diner I have been to in my life. I will admit it was a very pleasant surprise and a very wholesome experience. The portion sizes were nice, they didnt overload the plates to make up for poor flavor, nor was it so exquisite that you had a simple morsel. All in all, the food was very well done showing both love of the food and the love of serving. As for the atmosphere, nothing too complex but nothing too simple, it showed a small piece of history from Clinton allowing for immersion and a peaceful environment. The waitress we had was very kind and knowledgeable about the menu as well as quick and precise with our requests!
All in all this restaurant has been put on my "visit again very soon" list. Such a pleasant experience and I'm excited for my next meal here.“

“Great food , great service“

“I cannot recommend this venue enough. The property is absolutely breathtaking, and the Silo and Grand Ballroom are stunning. We got married outside near the gazebo and had our reception in the Silo and every guest I talked to mentioned how beautiful the Farmhouse is. The Silo is by far the most unique and beautiful room I’ve been in for an event. Most importantly, everyone kept talking about how delicious the food was! Our guests raved about the cocktail hors d'oeuvres and their dinners.

As a bride, I thoroughly enjoyed working with the event planning team and day-of staff. Gina and Liz were an absolute pleasure working with. They were so helpful in answering my questions, giving advice, and making sure the day was a success. My bridal attendants were fabulous too. Myrna made sure everyone got what they needed in the morning, that everyone was fed, and that the mimosas were flowing. Lorraine was a godsend for the afternoon. She was by my side throughout photos, cocktail hour, and the reception and helped wherever she was needed. I need a Lorraine in my day-to-day life. Finally, Monique was amazing and went out of her way to make sure everyone got what they needed. She also took special care of my grandmother and made sure she got a drink when she needed one and tried every cocktail hour dish.

All in all, the Farmhouse was the perfect place to get married. Several of our guests said that our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to as the food, the staff, and venue were fantastic. I would choose the Farmhouse over and over again.“

“Nice Place to Eat. Food is good.“

“Amazing Friday night music and incredible atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“Great service, classy, food is always fresh and delicious..drinks are great 💯 recommend.“

“Had such a great server the other night. We were a “chatty” group of gal pals and having fun and our server was just amazing! Drinks were great. The meatball app was excellent“

“Been a fan of Riley and Jake’s for Years! This week I made reservations for a group of 15 ladies. Arrival times varied from 5.30-6:30 and departure times varied too. Our server, Anna took it all in stride. She was friendly and very efficient. Appreciated her cheerfulness and patience. Food was delicious and the cocktails, I’m told were refreshing. Thank you to Jake and Riley’s for another wonderful experience!“

“Great dinner and breakfast!!!!“

“Good Food. Very nice servers, but the owner is terrible. Not a nice person.“

“Always a great time!! 🍻🍔🍕“

“When we visit my daughter, we usually end up having dinner at the Washington Diner. They have large portions and nice staff. Varsilli does a great job managing the place, and the very friendly Gina did a great job waiting on us. Try the Washington Diner, you'll like it.“

“Amazing sandwiches today from Jerry’s and the onion rings were fabulous!!“

“Fantastic home cooking, relaxing environment, friendly staff, ...quite simply a happy place to be!“

“Food, Guinness, and service was great as always!!“

“Oakwood Lanes is the BEST! Had a great time at our group event today. Such kind people, and we had so much fun!!!! Great fun, great food, and wonderful people who run the business made it a memorable event. Thank you! 😃“

“Excellent service!!!!! Great view of the river!“

“Great food awesome staff great owners👍“

“Very attentive and kind staff from the moment we walked in. Food was good but it's not breakfast-ish food, so not exactly difficult to mess up, but it was very tasty either way. Only gripe is that it's cash-only and they only give you bottled water - no free water!

Parking: Free and ample parking.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not accessible.“

“Not sure why everything was super expensive but it was good and service was amazing. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here but staying at hotel and too cold outside to go anywhere I definitely would eat here. Just want to say thank you to the people that prepared my French toast, it was so good.“

“Stage Fright had a blast playing at Mrs. Riley’s! The staff were very welcoming and we loved the vibe. Definitely a place to go & hangout, have some drinks and a bite with your friends & listen to Live Music.“

“We have eaten there several times and it is always delicious. We want to give special appreciation to Rachel, your manager, for her special caring and sensitivity to our needs. In today's world, where one struggles, especially if old like we are, to speak to a live human being, when you are able to converse with a person who is actually listening to what you said, this is rare. Add to that delicious fresh food and you have a winner. Tonight we had fresh large shrimps with a most delicious home made cocktail sauce. Fresh crab cakes with a fabulous remoulade, and a chocolate mousse to die for as dessert. We ordered too much and have to save some for tomorrow. We live in town, and are happy to see the names of so many out of town visitors appreciate Chesapeake Tavern.“

“Great little tavern. Food was good and they get a decent size portion. Friendly waitress“

“This deli is my go-to spot! Their tuna salad over romaine with peppers, onions, olives, cucumber, and feta is absolute perfection—fresh, flavorful, and always made just right. The service is fantastic, and the staff is incredibly friendly, making every visit a great experience. Highly recommend!“

“Great food and drinks.“

“Our first time eating here last night before we bowled. Wow, our food was absolutely delicious !!! The salads were fresh and crisp, my pasta was top notch and the burger was huge and delicious . Alyssa our waitress was helpful and friendly. We will be back :)“

“The owner Brian was an absolute pleasure to deal with while planning my daughter’s baby shower. And the day of the event was run by Jackie who was absolutely amazing!! The food was delicious and plentiful! I would give Brian, Jackie and The Rail 10 stars if I could!!!“

“Wow! Used Stella G’s as my wedding caterer, and was absolutely blown away. The food was AMAZING. We were nervous about how the food would be but my husband and I were shocked by how delicious it was and the guests kept complimenting it was as well. The restaurant is family run and the owners did everything to make sure it was a hit. From initial emails, phone calls, questions, and menu selection they went above and beyond. I can’t stress enough how each bite of food we had was better than the last. They out did themselves on taste, presentation, professionalism, and courtesy. I will only use them in the future and recommend them to anyone who needs an event catered. Thank you for making our night a success!!!“

“If you’re looking for an absolutely delicious ice cream cake made with love- look no further. We are a huge ice cream cake family- our daughter wanted a cookie dough and cookies and cream ice cream cake for her birthday and Williams and Co. did not disappoint. We will never order one from anywhere else! Their communication, flexibility, and passion for what they do is unmatchable. Thank you so much for making our girl’s celebration that much sweeter!“

“Great dinner! Great service,,“

“Really good. Pleasant outdoor seating. Loved the pretzel knots. Good beer, sweet potato fries for most part were good. Would have enjoyed a dipping sauce for fries and for my prime rib sliders drummies were good but could have used a sauce“

“We love this place we go there at least once a week“

“The new floor is DONE!!! I know that our dance family is beyond excited for this to be done.... 7/10/2025 was our first time on the new floor & I know that everyone was thankful & enjoying the new dance space!! Looking forward to more dance nights at The Nook!! Come see Michelle & have a drink & enjoy!!“

“So sad that when my sisters wedding was canceled on BY THE RYLAND INN cause of covid and rescheduled and only had the options of a couple Sundays even though they PAID for a SATURDAY the would NOT switch the price or give her a SATURDAY like they PAID for...shame on you ryland inn awful buisness practice“

“We love Taphouse! In fact we came here for Easter brunch and give it a 10/10. Came with 5 kids and the staff was so nice and accommodating. This is our go to for date night and take out.“

“clean and neat place. not expensive. friendly waitress. fast service and fresh cooked food. I love the place. the waitress who took out order was very friendly and respectful. thank you so much for your service...will make a point to come back...keep it up and always keep that smile..“

“Had some of the best wings. Try the pumpkin Beer also.“

“This place is amazing. Not only are their drinks good for the soul (whipped apple chai, yum!), atmosphere cozy, and people amazing - but it was the first time I was told I couldn’t tip in a coffee shop (WHAT?!?). Thank you on so many levels, we need more of these pillars in our community - we appreciate you!“

“The best pizza in town“

“Great atmosphere but drinks and food is expensive. 14 bucks for 2 egg rolls and 14 bucks for potato skins and it was 1 potato cut into 4s. I know rent and food is expensive but lower your prices and people will come back and recommend.“

“Had my 18th here!! it was an amazing experience and everyone had an amazing time! The manager Neo helped me and my family set everything up! seriously had an incredible experience and made the day very special. The party was in the basement, very spacious, there was also a pool table downstairs and it made the vibe so much better.“