50 Best American Restaurants near Rocky Hill

“This was it first time here and we were a party of five. The fact the restaurant is in a 3 story house adds to it's charm but the service and food were on point. We sat at a small cove near the bar and one of the bartenders took care of us. He was great. We never had to ask for refills and he checked on us often to make sure we were ok. We had an issue with one of our entrees and he went above and beyond to make up for it. I can't wait to go back.“

“Dinner was lovely! Our server, Abby?, was excellent. Appetizers were outstanding (mushroom soup, creamy mushrooms on brioche, and the long hots with mushrooms). My cauliflower steak was fantastic, and my husband's sablefish was very tender. Dessert was a delicious chocolate bread pudding. Cocktails were very good as well. Sauvignon Blanc was ok. Overall a wonderful dinner!“

“Me and my best friend love coming to get half apps to have chats and catch up! We have an absolute wonderful time! We especially had an amazing time thanks to our wonderful server Mani! He was absolutely amazing at his job, really helpful, great personality, has wonderful hospitality! Would 10/10 recommend going and having him as your waiter! I think the best waiter I’ve ever had!!“

“Seasons52 Princeton food is delicious and varied as its name implies. Service is excellent as is its atmosphere.Managers, hostest,servers and staff are hands on, knowledgable,friendly and accommodating.Highly recommended.“

“Love going to this place, food is made fresh to order, menu is quite versatile, from Nashville hot chicken to Wagyu burgers and Pakistani fusion, great place“

“Blue Bottle Cafe NEVER EVER disappoints with their food, their hospitality and their service! They made our Birthday celebration so special and everyone went above and beyond! Thank you to the chef for accommodating us with our special food needs and the staff for being so friendly and patient with us! Xoxo“

“We went to dine with this rag tag restaurant and the experience was awful. The waitress had no teeth and asked my son for his? At first we thought “hey maybe they are joking” then all of a sudden. They lady grabbed his front bicuspid. Needless to say - at that point we were concerned. Because we had a long day we were still hungry. So we stuck around. The next thing you know. The toothless individual brought another toothless friend and tried to get my tooth as well. At that point. We know. Time to get out of here. We were cooked. Unlike the food at this gross place.“

“I was interested in trying a traditional Philadelphia Cheesesteak....they serve exactly what I was looking for. The meat was good the cheese to meat portion was good, and all melted in there..my only complaint was the serving size was way to big...a half of sandwich was all I could eat..being so large, the price like the sandwich was 2 x too high.. They serve bottled Birch Root beer, which is excellent.“

“Great, relaxed lunch with DELICIOUS sandwiches/home-made bread...and let's talk about the desserts! What a great spot.“

“Really enjoyed my visit to Acacia. The service was great, and the food was excellent. I had the Red Coconut Curry (seafood) and I highly recommend. It was the first visit for my dinner guest who thoroughly enjoyed the calamari appetizer and vodka rigatoni. Can't wait to return!“

“The first time we've been there for Sunday brunch. Very pleased with the service and the presentation of food was tremendous. We were given time in between the courses and not rushed and they were packed. Lots of choices on menu, which I was surprised at a brunch. I highly recommend!!!“

“Their signature culinary culture is an exceptional customer service with an esoteric culinary experience. If you want to try a cross between Deep South Soul, Asian and American dining, Jagray's is a gem in the Princeton dining area. Located right on the Princeton Country Club Golf Course property itself, Jagrah's is the best culinary experience at this golf course since 1999. Why? The ownership cares! They serve dishes that have had several TV and local new reviews that make this hidden gem one of the best eateries for a private romantic experience after hours. Full bar and table service by experienced waiters and waitresses, Jagray's aims to please. Their fusion menu of Soul, Asian and American is very unique. You will be very impressed and surprised of the flavors and quality of the offerings on their dinner menu. Well worth checking out.“

“The food was very good and we had a toddler with us and the staff was very good with her.l and couldn't be nicer. The atmosphere is happy and not too loud but enough noise that the baby did not bother anybody. It is a go-to place for us and it is a byob (bonus).“

“Great local place with large selection of draft beers, home style cooked meals, and great appetizers. From the Soprano Sandwich to the scratch made Chicken Pot Pie, you can’t go wrong here. This used to be a legendary dive known as the Neshanic Inn that closed prior to Covid, only to be reopened as Riverside about five years ago. Its menu has evolved since then and I’ve enjoyed every meal I’ve had there since. The owners are hard working people that strive to offer a down to earth, yet quality vibe.“

“Great old fashioned diner with solid menu and very accomadating staff.“

“Service was impeccable. Presentation superb. Pacing terrific. We really enjoyed the wine pairing which gave us the opportunity to try some new wines and sake. The various amuse bouche were delightful. One quibble is that the courses that should have been hot were not.“

“A hidden jewel. This 50's themed diner is always immaculate. Staff is well trained and really friendly for this family owned business. We, until recently, worked our business from home so Chris's is our home from home. Always accommodating, food is excellent, prices fair. My happy place❤“

“our server Gianna was the best server I’ve ever had. she should get a raise because she’s super nice and funny. she made the experience really good and we want to come again“

“I love the food from this place, is tasty and always hot. The owner is friendly, he listens to what you want and make it for you. He definitely makes you want to come back to the place!! I ordered ribs, fried chicken, french fries and the cole slaw, everything was delicious. If you come to this place, you must try the ribs!!!“

“I have been going to Confect's for many years and can honestly say I have never been disappointed in my meals there, just have a difficult time deciding what I want to order because I enjoy so many different meals on their menu. Two of my children brought my mother and I there for Mother's Day and the appetizers and meals were delicious! If you have never eaten there I highly recommend giving them a try. I also want to extend kudos to our server, Melissa! She was awesome, very attentive (we didn't even have to ask for refills on our drinks) and very friendly. Thank you to the owners and staff for helping to make Mother's Day a little more special!“

“Came here to meet up with my friend for lunch! Super cute vibes, amazing service. Me & my friend are so clumsy she spilled her entire drink all over, they were super quick with the pick up and even brought her back out the drink she ordered. Would definitely come back. Calamari was yum!!!“

“Had the salmon. Was tasty. Excellent presentation of shrimp cocktail, looked delicious. My friend ordered and said it was very good. Maybe I should have ordered a steak, I wasn't overly impressed with the salmon, especially with the prices. Brussel sprouts were very tasty.“

“Witherspoon Grill was amazing. We were greeted by our server within seconds of sitting down. He took excellent care of us, from talking about the daily specials to ensuring our drinks were topped off. The food was simply amazing. I had the fresh caught cod with a lemon beurre blanc sauce and the house salad. 10/10 will hopefully be back soon!“

“Went today with my family for brunch It was the best. My son is vegan, He also really enjoyed this great food“

“This is such a family friendly and welcoming cafe and restaurant! Very close to a farm we were visiting and another Mom recommended it to me, because she said it was kid friendly equipped with high chairs, crayons and lightening fast service! Chubby’s did not disappoint - the food came out hot and fresh quickly and with kids IYKYK! I loved the atmosphere and vibes here. We had the special - shrimp tacos, so good! If I ever return to the area, I will visit this establishment again! I tried my daughter’s pancakes and they were also scrumptious.“

“This is my second visit to The Dinky Bar and Grill in Princeton which offers great views of the campus. We were going to see a play at McCarter and it is so convenient being across the street. The Dinky has an intimate vibe. Being the original Train Depot the feel of the place is still a train depot which I love. The menu is limited but certainly enough to choose from. There are shareable plates as well full entrees. Very good food and drinks. Our server Kayla was amazing. She needs to be recognized because she was extraordinary. A very busy place pre theater but Kayla never stopped smiling Great experience all around. Will definitely be going again.“

“Mistral is a gem! We recently hosted an engagement dinner at Mistral and they did a fantastic job! I worked closely with Heather, the event manager and she was very thorough and guided me through the process with menu and wine and other details! The food was delicious, drinks are amazing and service staff is super! They were extremely attentive and served with a smile! Our guests were very impressed with this venue and we all had a blast at Mistral! Thank you Mistral for making our dinner celebration a memorable one!“

“I met up with a couple of my friends that I haven't seen for a while here last night. We ordered from the prix fixe menu and the food was good. The place was quaint, ambiance was great and the staff were attentive. Great place to meet up and chat with friends and not feel rushed.“

“I love this restaurant so much! I went last night with some family and we had an excellent time. Our server was fantastic and the food was incredible. I got the house salad and their delicious fries which are my favorite. I also was able to get a nonalcoholic margarita which was tasty and made my dinning experience much better. Overall this is one of my favorite places to eat, I'll definitely be back.“

“It's great to see a local hotdog spot in general, but one with such dedication to our first responders and armed services is even better. The staff is warm and kind and the food is incredible. If you're looking for quality, this is the spot!“

“Fantastic local pub with an extraordinary staff. The food is delicious and the selection is greater than your basic bar food. The chef always offers something unique. Richie and Jocelyn always brighten your day and make you feel like your at home.Vegetarian options: Delicious veggie wraps and burgers.Kid-friendliness: There is plenty of seating away from the bar that makes it a family friendly restaurant as well.“

“We were there for breakfast today, January 14, 2024 and the service and the breakfast the weight staff everyone went out of their way as they always do for their customers. Unfortunately, there was youth groups that showed up and left the door open which was making customers freeze they clogged up the entryway, you would’ve thought that they would’ve called ahead for such large people to show up at a diner on a Sunday morning. But the staff there did the best they could with seating to regular customers and accommodating the large groups that came in kudos to Hillsborough star diner, and their staff.“

“The very best in pizza, subs, the only place i trust to make me a good meatball without that nasty under taste you get from most restaurant meatballs.Family owned and operated, been coming here since I was a kid. I moved away some 10 years ago and somehow the brothers remember me when I stop by which is whenever i'm in town. I love th“

“From soup to dessert there’s no place better than Teddy’s! Everyone that works there makes it feel like home! Absolutely nothing I wouldn’t recommend. From breakfast to dinner, it’s all delicious! Teddy’s is our go to place to eat ?“

“Took my elderly mother to Perkins on a Sunday morning. Her favorite place to go. Breakfast was good you can never really beat Perkins pancakes. The waitress was very nice, the service was fast, and the food. Pricing was also with an average range. My mother goes to this Perkins I believe on Wednesday nights because they have two entrees for $30, you can't beat that.“

“What a gem of a place in the Plainsboro area (which doesn’t have many bars to begin with). Good food, great prices, amazing service, clean. No super loud music means you can actually talk with the people at your table. Great place to chill out after a long day or work.“

“I decided to stop in for breakfast and use a gift card that was given to me. It turned out there was nothing on the card. I was quite surprised and Michael, who, I believe was the manager said that in that case breakfast was on them! I thought this was such a nice gesture. Noel was my waitress and she couldn’t be nicer. What a nice way to start the day! Thank you, Michael and Noel for your kindness,“

“As a Texan I'm always skeptical about going to steakhouses because no one does steaks like we do. But this place actually took me by surprise. The food was excellent. Could've used more black pepper but not a big thing. Jack and Coke was nicely made. The T-Bone steak was nicely seared with perfect diamonds. The meat was nice and juicy. I couldn't had done it better myself. I definitely recommend this place if you're ever out here. This restaurant is Texas approved.“

“All of their restaurants are 4 star, with the exception of the dress requirements. And that's a compliment, folks! Enjoy your meal and be comfortable. Whatever that means to you! Dress up for a special occasion, or take it down a notch and grab a quick burger or sandwich. Whatever the case, Old Man Rafferty's is the perfect fit.“

“No-frills pub with a menu of classic American food & drinks + both bar and table sections I had a great experience when I came here with my GF and my friend. All of our food was delicious and the service was great. The portions were very large as well.“

“We had not been to the Peacock Inn for years. We sat at the bar and were blown away with the bartender, service and amazing food. I have been disappointed with some of our experience lately but we give the Peacock Inn a 5 star recommendation. Thank you!“

“In over 25 years, I've never had a single thing from Olives that wasn't delicious. Not one thing. My favs are the spicy gyro and spicy chicken souvlaki. The triple salad combo is unbeatable for the health conscious foodie. The spanakopita is right on the mark. Hummus. Stuffed grape leaves. Their baked goods... the BAKLAVA- crunchy, buttery sweetness. says best in town on the menu... it's the best, period. You can't go wrong with ANY of the lunch or dinner specials. I could go on- but I need to put in my order before the lunch rush.“

“Love the vibe at this place when there is a band playing. Unpretentious sports bar where a lot of patrons know each other, it appears. They get amazing bands on weekends, the service is friendly and fast, and the portions are generous. I keep checking the Extra Pint to see who’s playing. Will be back often.Vegetarian options: They have an impressive array of bites for vegetarians“

“Tender Lovin' Grill is a great spot with a variety of dishes available! Food: I got a 3 piece tender combo that came with a side and a drink. My wife got a cilantro burrito (not pictured) that she really enjoyed. I really liked the Mac and cheese. It tasted more like pasta with a homemade cream sauce than a traditional Mac and cheese but it was very good. The chicken tenders were huge and perfectly cooked. As you can see in the picture, really juicy. Only reason for 1 star off is that the breading could've used more seasoning. Ambiance: TLG is more of a casual spot with a few tables inside if you're grabbing a quick bite. Overall, good experience and will be back to try more!“

“Had brunch here with friends. Very cute place, and the food and drinks were tasty. The server was nice as well. Main reason for not 5 stars is that the tables are small (so takes some shuffling of plates if in a group) and are so close you overhear the conversations of every table around you, and they hear yours. Not ideal for a gossipy girl brunch or flirty dates, but otherwise we really enjoyed the experience. Would eat here again for sure - I had the scallops and they were perfectly seasoned and cooked just right.“

“Had a turkey club sandwich with chips. Enjoyed the food at a reasonable price in vibrant ambience. Will certainly return.“

“I love New Jersey diners. Soooo much quality food for a decent price. This building is a little bit outdated but the service was immaculate. The waitress was friendly and the food was delivered quickly. I would absolutely recommend this place.“

“Always a hometown feel going to the Pub. Friendly, inviting and a nice safe environment to drink. The bartenders truly bring a hometown feel to the bar. Grab a beer, try their Pub Sauce specialty wings and meet Val, Sylvia, and Chris they are FANTASTIC. Give it a shot on Tuesday nights for Bingo!“

“Went here with my partner tonight for our 4th anniversary. A go to spot for us. He got a Manhattan to drink and I got a Rothaus. For food we got the pulled pork nachos, the “landing” burger and the honey glazed salmon. Everything came out quickly and was very good. With it being a Saturday night our server (Viv) was very attentive with how busy it was. All of the staff was very helpful and we’ll definitely continue to come here.“

“It's a kickback relaxed atmosphere. Very attentive service. Food is superherb.It was a packed house when I was there for dinner. Surf and turf steak was a little bit more cooked.My server came back with a perfect medium rare!I've read a few of these comments ,with people having issues with their quantity or quality of their food. They said they were TIRED, or didn't want to BOTHER with the issue.Well, that's on you Sparky! When you bring the issue up to your food server, and they do nothing, then there is an ISSUE!Now back in Arizona, will be back with friends! Thanks, Nicky & Bonnie!!! ??????@unclematin7711“