50 Best American Restaurants near Mountain Lakes

“The breakfast menu provided a wide variety of selections. Service was excellent. The food was delicious. Definitely recommend Hapgoods!“

“Food as always amazing twice in 1 week I am a fan“

“Awesome food. Amazing deserts. Great prices. Love ❤️“

“Great experience, good music , good vibes ! Eddie the bartender was amazing. Can’t wait til it’s warmer to go back“

“First time stopping in. The food was great. And the price was very reasonable. The place has great atmosphere, clean & so much to choose from. Staff was super friendly. Especially Brooks, who went above & beyond helping us try decide what to order. I'm not kidding when I say everything looked so good. He kindly gave different suggestions. He took time to explain different options, what they were and how they were made. Any questions or requests we had were met with nothing but kind responses. Will definitely be back!“

“Been here 2xs, food, service and atmosphere are excellent. Seasonal cocktails. A stranger , i will call Joy, bought us a drink. Thank you!“

“Absolutely Gorgeous Atmosphere, very inviting feeling, beautiful decor and calming ambiance. The highly attentive and extremely personable bartenders Conner and Peter truly have a welcoming and professional manner. Our experiences from walking in to exiting was extremely amazing. Thank you“

“Heard about the new place in Madison yesterday..had to go..double Italian dog.. crazy good..as good as Jiimmy Buffs and I grew up in Newark .. food coma later! $12..“

“Great restaurant bar and art!“

“Delicious cakes and other items ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Haven’t been to Applebees in a very long time, will now be returning more frequently due to the exceptional service. Luke was phenomenal, informative, helpful, and on the ball with everything. He made it a great experience. The food was also very good.“

“Celebrated my moms birthday at Tabor Tavern today. The food was amazing & the atmosphere is gorgeous in the fall, but what was spectacular was our server Dianne. There were 7 of us in our party including a 3 year old and she anticipated our needs every step of the meal. We would recommend going here for a date night, family dinner, celebration, holiday party etc.“

“One of our favorite local spots. Perfect for outdoor dining during nice summer weather. Their menu has a lot to pick from and everything we’ve gotten has been delicious. Highly recommended.“

“Great waffles and home fries.“

“Esquisita deliciosa y buen servicio Selos recomiendo“

“Burger's & Texas Weiner's are good!!“

“What a great and welcoming place Tom & Dor have been getting the formula right coming from decades at Stirling Hotel! Great place, great environment, great food!“

“High Life Skii Club held a 60th anniversary party on Nov 1 with 99 members attending. With an assorted buffet menu and a live band, our members had a memorable evening in the private room of Tavern 73. The cash bar was very busy, and people raved about the food as they left this 4-hour event. Special thanks to Kaya and Gail for the excellent job they did to help to organize and execute this event. They were Best! Thank you, Tavern 73. High Life will not forget you!“

“I wanted to take a moment to recognize our waitress Bea for the outstanding service she provided. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from the moment we sat down. She anticipated our needs, made excellent recommendations, and handled everything with professionalism and a positive attitude. Bea’s attention to detail and warm personality made our dining experience truly enjoyable. It’s clear she takes pride in her work, and her exceptional customer service deserves to be recognized and appreciated. The manager Alanah came by as well to make sure everything tasted good and asked about our day. Great place to eat and chill at.“

“We had such an amazing experience at The Second Half on Main this weekend. We called for a reservation for 7 people on a Saturday night, and they were beyond accommodating. They took us in just 30 minutes before closing and never once made us feel rushed, which honestly says a lot because most places start stacking chairs and spiritually evicting you the second the clock hits closing time.

The food was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. We ordered French onion soups, a Caesar salad for the table, calamari, and everyone got different entrees and drinks. Every single thing was delicious. Not one complaint from anyone at the table, which for a group of humans is basically a statistical miracle.

Our waiter Mike, aka “Buckets,” was incredible the entire night. He never stopped moving, stayed on top of everything, and still made time to go around wishing other tables a Happy Mother’s Day, which was genuinely very sweet to see. You could tell he was working his ass off, but he never stopped smiling and made the whole experience even better. Another gentleman helping him named Matt was also fantastic and super attentive.

We will 100% be back and honestly cannot wait to see everyone again. We’re even considering using them for our friend’s bridal shower this winter because the service, atmosphere, and food were all that good. Highly recommend!“

“Place is great and solid. They make the best breakfast in town, too bad they aren't open earlier but I guess to keep quality the chef/owner need to sleep or be with their families at some point unfortunately for us hungry customers. Burgers, dogs,gyros, turkey sandwiches, and Italian ice recommended.“

“They handled our son's graduation party and we heard nothing but great things from our guests. Quick setup before and the food selections were all fresh and outstanding. Would absolutely recommend them!“

“is becoming a favorite of mine.“

“What a cool place! Tons of food options to choose from. Took me a while to place my first order not having ever been here before so I made sure to take home plenty of take out menus for my next order. The atmosphere was very inviting and welcoming. Can’t wait to try all the different items“

“Ordered one their meals for take out. Great service, great price and great food! Will do again when they have something that looks good to us!“

“I never ever ever ever feel obliged to review restaurants. There are hundreds of reviews that speak and echo anything I would say about the delicious meal I enjoyed. But what is compelling me to post this was truly the regarding the service I received here. It brought me to tears!!! Patricio and Dylan were the most considerate, kind, attentive and understanding waiters I have ever met in my entire life. After dining in the tri-state area my whole life, exploring cities like Chicago and LA through food, I’ve been conditioned and numb to lackluster waitstaff and typically take the approach of trying just to avoid them spitting in my food, but Patricio and Dylan completely floored me in their attention to detail, knowledge, and service that showed me exactly what good waiters could be. Living with GI issues and intolerances, I consistently feel like an inconvenience at restaurants and that the entire responsibility of making sure I don’t fall ill after dining is based on how I modify the menu and pick around my plate. EXCEPT here at Rails with Patricio and Dylan, I had the first care-free dining experience in my life, their thoughtfulness allowed me to be truly present with my family, enjoy the wonderful food being served, and just live in the moment, which is so important to me. Dylan was explicit in the detail of every dish and always helped me navigate what was coming around and being served. Now, back to the tears, when I subtly mentioned in passing to Patricio that I couldn’t eat dairy and couldn’t partake in the birthday cake, he brought me a delicious sorbet flight, unprompted, just so that I could feel a part of the festivities. I can’t wait to go back to Rails to see my friends again. - Emily R. Sartori“

“We stopped here on the way home from MA to PA because I searched for an added stop in Google. We weren't sure about it at first because the parking lot only had a few cars , but then again, it was 2:15pm.
We were greeted warmly by Tony and one other gentleman and seated in a comfortable booth. Our server, Tony, was friendly, helpful , and obviously cares about their customers happiness with their service.
There was a great variety of food available on the menu, and the prices were very reasonable for the portion sizes. In addition, music was quietly playing in the background
I highly recommend this diner if you are passing through the area .“

“Had a great experience with Davidovich Bagel Cafe. This is exactly what you want from a local bagel spot—fresh, high-quality bagels with that perfect texture and flavor.

I got the sausage, egg, and cheese bagel, and it was excellent—simple, classic, and done right. You can tell everything is made with care, and the consistency really stands out.

The staff are friendly and efficient, and everything feels very well-run. The owner was also a pleasure to talk to, which added to the whole experience. The art on the wall adds a nice touch to the atmosphere and gives the place extra character. It has that classic neighborhood feel with lots of regulars coming in, which says a lot.

If you’re looking for one of the best bagel spots in Madison NJ or the surrounding area, this is definitely worth checking out“

“My son and I had a nice meal this evening after a tough lax loss. Good was very good. Nice to be back in Morristown. Thanks you for providing a nice experience. Our server was excellent!“

“Great bonding with fam while enjoying our bubble tea!“

“My husband and I went for my birthday lunch. The food was excellant and so were the drinks! We could not have asked for a more polite and accommodating waiter“

“The Tavern was able to host our post-funeral luncheon on just a few days notice. While they don’t have a private room their space was nicely laid out to accommodate our party of around thirty. We chose a limited menu and everything was very good with the pot roast beef getting especially high marks. Special thanks to Carol and her hard working staff who made this event stress free for my family.“

“We have been coming here for years! Love the service, the food and the ambiance ♥️“

“Our waitress Kashia was absolutely amazing! She was friendly, and always had a smile! She helped us navigate the menu and answered all questions! We enjoyed the Munchie Mania options! Friendly’s restaurants are few and far between and we would definitely recommend this location!“

“Great hotel. Great service and atmosphere“

“Brandon was one of the best bartenders we've had . He was courteous and very attentive to our needs , and gave of great service. I give him five stars !“

“My family enjoys this establishment“

“I love my job!! Our food is fresh, healthy, and AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS 😋 stop by for a wrap, salad, baja and or greek bowl, or create your own entree!!“

“NOTHING... The service was horrible and the wait time incredibly long. Then on top of all that they AUTOMATICALLY added a 20% gratuity to our bill and when the bill came there was a space to add a gratuity... so if you don't look at your bill and just add the gratuity you got RIPPED OFF“

“We dine out several times a week and try many new places, but we keep coming back here, and for very good reason. Delicious flavors, each dish is a treat for your taste buds. The presentation is impeccable, and the service unmatched! A truly family owned and run restaurant. Their passion and dedication to their craft really shines through. Not just amazing restaurateurs, but great people!“

“It is good the food is delicious. They are helpful . When they come out with the food, it is warm . They are the nicest people you could meet. They are welcoming with open arms. Me and my friends always go there.“

“Amazing meal ~ every time! Seasonal menu built to *wow* your pallet and a kitchen staff that is magical. All fresh and sourced locally. The grilled pineapple burrata app is heavenly!The PEI muscles are the freshest I’ve had. Salmon Club is huge portion! The polenta fries are sooo unique. BYOB (&) they’ve started to offer local wines. Tried the Coffee Cab Franc ~ perfect complement to the meal. Toasted Coconut Latte & Strawberry Tres Leches to end the meal (again deliciously unique). Sooooo, sooooo good!“

“I just discovered this place. Great Chicken.“

“The service is great and so was the food. Our server Dania was very polite and checked on us while we ate to make sure that we had all that we needed. This is IHOP is my mother's favorite place to have breakfast at.“

“Great place to be great people“

“Went to lunch for Valentine’s Day w/ my boyfriend & it was incredible! The French onion soup is absolutely divine & their burger is so flavorful. Also they had someone walk around to the tables & give out roses to all the woman there. Such a special moment. 10/10 will be back.“

“Service was exceptional in a casual environment. They have an extensive menu with many options. They don't have many steak options, just Filet mignon, from what I can see. They have a sister restaurant located on the same property called Capitol Grille, which is a high end steakhouse.“

“Lovely place with a warm staff and delicious food!“

“THE BEST HANDS DOWN! Wouldn’t be Morristown without!!!“