38 Best American Restaurants near Frenchtown

“I really enjoyed their Ginger peanut salad. I had one of their fresh out of the oven pretzel dog, Yummy!! Good food, great folks working there and a wonderful town“

“We always enjoy the atmosphere and the food is delicious. Our Caesar salad was fantastic and enough for two! My Teres Major steak dish was great and perfectly cooked. Whitney, the bartender was very polite, friendly and professional! Highly recommend 519 Tavern“

“I'm not entirely sure how to pronounce the name of this place, but I can tell you it's pretty good regardless. I came here with two of my OG chums this past Saturday for an early dinner (a little before 5 I think), on a deceptively nippy night. We made a very last-minute reservation (as in we were down the street walking over when we did it) but were easily able to secure seating. The restaurant was pretty bustling throughout our meal so if you have the ability to make a reservation more than two minutes beforehand, I would do it. This is a popular one right now.

I've driven by this building countless times but I think this is the first time I've been inside it (it's relatively new so it's possible I was in whatever business was here before years ago). It has a pleasant interior; kind of rustic but also some obvious homages to France on the walls, etc. - what else would you expect in a town literally called Frenchtown?

We split the brie en croute app, which I liked a lot. My only quibble is that I would have made the berry coulis denser to compete with the brie a bit better, but overall it was a refreshing way to start the meal. I didn't build up quite the appetite I was hoping for from metal detecting in the afternoon (which is one of the many negative consequences of a drought), so I went a little lighter than usual on the entree with the almond-crusted cod. It was tasty but presentation-wise? Eh. It's not really a fish you can "crust," if that makes sense, so the optics are a bit chaotic. It's more like a pile on your plate, which you can see in the attached photo. I did like the fact that the lemon sauce was on the subtle side - the citrus family is not one of my faves and it's often an accompaniment with seafood dishes, so I was pleased it wasn't the dominant flavor. Super flaky and loved the texture of the rice.

The service was excellent. Not only did we not have to wait particularly long for our items to arrive, but our waiter was very friendly and nice. I was accidentally under-dressed for the weather so I ordered a hot chamomile tea (very rare for me), and one of my chums also asked the waiter to pick a tea for her. I have a chum who used to work in the service industry who told me to never order hot tea from a restaurant because it's incredibly annoying for them to prep, but my argument would be that if it's on the menu, all bets are off. Regardless, I think in this day and age it's relatively easy to make - we watched the guy literally just use a hot water dispenser and put the tea bag in. Was definitely the right choice on this particular evening. Anyway. He was also knowledgeable about the menu and had specific opinions about certain dishes; one of my friends ordered the salmon entree and he immediately commented that it was his favorite.

We're always interested as born and bred creatures of the Kingdom of Hunterdon what the overall clientele in a restaurant looks like. In a tourist trap like Frenchtown, it's not unusual to go into an eatery that's full of out-of-towners squealing about the Delaware River or something. This was a very nice mix of both tourists and locals, which can definitely be a difficult balancing act. Given the bougie options on the menu, I thought this was priced competitively to allow for some of the nearby residents who might not be sporting boat shoes and polo shirts to wander in to sample the wares as well.

Wasn't blown away but overall this was very solid.“

“Food is great and customer service is also always good! I highly recommend!“

“Great food! Had the turkey club and it might have been the best turkey club I’ve ever had. The bartenders are awesome!“

“just had a party catered by Little York the food was excellent. everyone loved it.“

“Great location and spectacular view for plane taking off and landing.“

“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??????????“

“Food was lovely and delicious. Very pretty atmosphere. They're portions are appropriate for a hungry man. Grace, the lady that served us, was full of great local knowledge and solid recommendations of other good spots to check out. 🤘🤘🍻“

“Their restaurant is good and Store has most of what you might need ; however have stopped hy several times just before closing and they are closed . If they are going to close at 750/755 instead of 8, why not list that as the hours ?“

“We were visiting and the Groveland Grill was recommended to us for breakfast. We can see why! Great service and delicious food. Would definitely go back if in the area again.“

“I DJ'd a wedding there this evening and it was absolutely phenomenal. The grounds and the building were beautiful, the staff was helpful, experienced and had great energy, the food was exceptional, and everyone truly had the best time! I made an 8 hour round trip and can confidently say that I'd do it again in a heartbeat. Very highly recommend!“

“Very nice anniversary evening at the inn. We had not been there in many years. There have been a few different owners in the recent past but it still feels familiar. Different but familiar which I think is great. My friend is running the place now and seems to have put together a great team and some very nice dishes. Just last week we were texting about the inn and the menu and I mentioned the famous tomato bisque that the inn used to serve. Well not even 10 days later it’s back in the menu, which I think will be a welcome surprise to the local crowd. We are looking forward to returning.“

“Maid of Honor for my best friends wedding at The Farmhouse, and what a fantastic experience. From the day before rehearsal with Gina making us all laugh and calming our nerves, to the bridal attendant and day of staff being so warm and welcoming, we felt right at home. The beautiful room and yummy food sealed the deal and being able to get ready on site was a nice bonus!

Thank you to The Farmhouse team for making the day so special for our bride and groom ❤️“

“Just a great place! Great food, and hospitality!! A good ole country bar!!!“

“First off, the establishment was very clean, and well put. The customer service was also really good, you can tell a lot of locals come here. The steak and cheese omelet and the Mexican omelet were delicious. I'd definitely recommend visiting if you're nearby.“

“Had a great time with family and old friends. Food was very good. Service was good too.“

“food is great the staff friendly...always a filling meal highly recommended ..try their bakery items and craft sodas“

“The food was delicious and the staff was friendly and efficient. Beautiful place and would highly recommend!“

“Great burger/chicken/even veggie burger and custard stand. Crisp fries and other good menus items. Been a satisfied customer for a couple decades.“

“Celebrated Fathers Day … Staff were friendly and attentive. Food was fabulous, spoilt for choice. Drinks menu was very good. We will certainly return.. Thank you again for making Fathers Day special..“

“Great spot in the middle of the river. IYKYK. Look for the signs to paddle to the left so you don’t miss it between islands in the Delaware River! The hot dogs weren’t amazingly amazing, but it’s well worth a stop just for a break, to grab a snack, offload any trash you may have generated. Friendly people bemused at me taking video/pics of their food offerings.“

“The braised short ribs are the best I’ve had.“

“Wonderful staff, great comfortable environment, absolutely the best food I have eaten in a restaurant. Highly recommend Ottsville Inn. Definitely will be going back to enjoy the outdoors. I love the history of the place that is right on the menu.“

“Excellent food and drinks.“

“😊I was greeted upon entering even was offered some help in picking out a gift. Super welcoming and enjoyed shopping.“

“Love this place..great happy hour specials. Wings are the best in the area. Awesome seafood and bar food. Friendly, attentive staff. Well worth the 20 min drive from PA.“

“Excellent food, excellent atmosphere! This place takes the ordinary tavern to the next level with their creative food and drink menu. It was my first visit but not my last, definitely check it out!“

“Tried it tonight for the first time and it was amazing. Food was top notch. Causal food with upscale flair without being stuffy. If that makes sense. Overall would highly recommend this place.“

“Amazing food and great service. Everyone is like family there.“

“Foods great and the employers are always nice and friendly. Great owner.“

“Wandered in for the first time on a random Tuesday. Bartender Jenna made the perfect drink to wipe out my Tuesday blahs. I followed by her recommendation of Shrimp Tacos and was not disappointed. Delish!!!!“

“Their restaurant is good and Store has most of what you might need ; however have stopped hy several times just before closing and they are closed . If they are going to close at 750/755 instead of 8, why not list that as the hours ?“

“As a wedding and event planner I'm always looking for a unique and beautiful venues. Durham Springs checked all my boxes and more! Owners, Dan and Ian, have taken this dated property and transformed it into my absolute go-to for events, especially weddings. The grounds are lovely with ponds, swaying grasses and rolling hills. I absolutely love the flexibility of the ballroom. Beautiful views, flexible lighting, high ceilings, tons of natural light, neutral floors, walls and chairs make decor a joy. You can create any vibe you want in this space with ease. Dan was lovely to work with and exceedingly patient in providing many changes in floorpan due to the never ending Covid issues. He was also genuinely excited for my bride and groom and took joy in seeing their vision come to light. Many other venues are quick to tell you all the things you cannot do. Dan made sure that our requests came to life, and then some! His creativity was much appreciated. The food was delicious and served in a lovely, imaginative manner. William, staff captain, kept the wait staff running efficiently throughout the evening and Melissa, Durham's on-site event coordinator was responsive throughout, taking special care of several specific needs that we had for the day. Needless to say, my bride and groom were thrilled with choosing Durham Springs for their VERY SPECIAL day!“

“Walked and hungry from a long day, from Boston and back today. I’ve been craving chicken teriyaki, and today Michele Took my order, and asked Stephanie, the incredible cook, to make my chicken teriyaki exactly as I asked! It is the best I’ve ever had at any TA in America! I asked for less rice and add extra mushrooms, and void. Did she! It was perfect for me. I told my servers, how well I was enjoying my meal, and she asked the cook, Stephanie, to come out, so I can tell her myself. I want to make sure I reiterated, what a great job she’s doing. I told her I could tell that she’s putting her heart and soul into cooking here! She said yes, she really was, and she loves it. I also told her I have been a cook myself, also server, and also managed to restaurant before. I appreciate good help and service when I see it! Thanks again, everyone! I’ll be back!“

“What an amazing stay! The bed and pillows were perfectly comfortable, ensuring a restful night. Dinner at the Dog & Deer Tavern was a highlight, the steak frites were excellent. I also enjoyed a beer on the heated back patio, with its serene waterfall creating the perfect atmosphere after a long day. Almost forgot to mention breakfast across the street at their sister location Stockton Market. I recommend The Local breakfast sandwich.

Thank you for a wonderful experience—I’ll definitely be back!

Rooms: Stunning, warm and cozy

Safety: Extremely

Food and drinks: 5 star“

“Very friendly owners, a good selection of snacks, and drinks. Their chicken is so good I've had coworkers as me to pick some up for them, and that's not a joke, that's just a sweet little true thing that happened!

Parking: Mmm, yess, good parking, yes, very nice!“