34 Best American Restaurants near Sussex

“best brunch great food 🌟 great service 🌟 great place 🌟“

“today stopped in for a coffee for the ride back home to paterson nj. met roxanne and D. I REMEMBER THE PLACE WHEN I WAS A TEEN SOME TIME AGO THE PLACE IS UNIQUE AND HAS TO THIS DAY THE OLD SCHOOL ATMOSPHERE AND IMAGE TO ADMIRE, BROUGHT BACK GREAT MEMORIES TO ADMIRE SO IF YA WANT ABITE COMEING OR GOING YOU WONT BE DISSAPPOINTED GREAT TO SEE THAT IT LIVES ON AND WILL .“

“wow great food pizza is amazing!! Went to the bar afterwards and had a chocolate martini!! The bartender Alyssa was best engaging and a great smile! Will definitely be back !!!“

“Love this place. It’s definitely one of the better restaurants/bars in the area. Not like some other restaurants in the area, that charge you a percentage to use your CC. Not only that one particular owner takes tip money away from waitresses because you used your CC. Could you imagine the owner taking tip money away, because a customer used a credit card. Sad for those other restaurants. This place is honest and friendly.“

“Best place in town. I love the staff and the food selections are amazing. The banquet hall upstairs is awesome. Huge room. Lost of space and reasonably priced. You also get your own private bartender. These people always go above and beyond for their guests.“

“Normally order regular pizza which is great but yesterday I ordered the Tuscany Chicken Pizza. It was amazing and the best pizza I’ve ever had! Try it- you won’t be disappointed“

“Absolutely best food around and the service from the bartenders to servers and of course to Mr. Shane… my wife loves there little neck clams … today we had there special of braised short ribs and the killer meatloaf … if you haven’t been there definitely you are missing out … Great drinks as well and super great service…“

“Best place great food great people well cleaned“

“Great lunch, great staff, clean and friendly atmosphere“

“Nice bar restaurant at the end of a round. We were there on a Wednesday and it was empty. We order BBQ knowing that it was not going to be fresh as the grills were not going. That said the brisket and pulled port were still good. The sweet potato fries were good as well. Little crispy. We both should have order the bbq souce on the side. Too much on for our taste but we should have asked. Great bar with a large selection of whiskey and bourbon. Service was great too. I would go back. Like to see how it is when it’s fresh.“

“TLDR: Top tier brisket. Nearly as good as Texas brisket and certainly best I have had in New Jersey thus far. The hidden restaurant in the middle of a garden is so quaint and peaceful, I recommend going for lunch or a cozy dinner. View of the surrounding hills is also amazing.

Quality of Food: I had no complaints about the food. The garden salad was refreshing and did not lack in its flavor. The brisket was AMAZING. If you look at my other reviews, you will find I am originally from the south and have frequented a few BBQ places in New Jersey, all of which have fallen short of what I have come to find as quality BBQ. This. Did. Not. Disappoint. The brisket was slightly marbled and melted in your mouth. I can only imagine the quality of the Rib Steak if the brisket was top notch. The cornbread was the only thing I could say was standard taste and quality.

Quality of Service: It was neither over-the top nor mediocre service. Seemed like a decent amount of young adults were waiting on tables. We stopped in for a quick bite before heading to a festival, but we had no issues getting our order taken, food delivered and check processed quickly.

Environment & Ambiance: Can't be compared to the other locations at the resort. The garden by itself is adorable and makes you feel like you're in a storybook. Looking out towards the hills provides a feeling of awe. The outside ambiance and cute tables and chairs makes you feel like you're joining Alice at a tea party.

Pricing and Concerns: It's certainly not cheap if you are ordering their higher priced options. However, that being said, it is most definitely worth every penny. Not to mention you're at a resort, so what would you expect besides expensive dishes? For a party of two you can keep it under $$$. Add drinks or an extra person and you're going over. No other concerns to note.

Comment and Recommendation: Yes! I recommend! If I didn't already make it obvious - go for the brisket!“

“Great food, great people, love the new menu!“

“Spurs are THE best chicken tenders…..my go too every time…..one of our favorite spots for good food, friendly staff…..did I mention the spurs?? And the burgers are great too!“

“Always good service and great food.“

“My wedding day was 10/05/2025 As a wedding photographer, I would say the view is perfect for the photo!!! We held our ceremony and cocktail hour in the large open mountain area surrounded by lush greenery—it was stunning. For the reception, the indoor barn provided a woody, cozy, and elegant atmosphere that felt both warm and refined. One of the biggest highlights was having the entire venue to ourselves for the whole day. Unlike other places, we didn’t have to share the space with other weddings, which made the experience feel very private and special. Everything was incredibly clean and well-maintained, especially the bathrooms (which were large and spotless!), and the private bridal suite was perfect for getting ready. The owner and staff are true professionals. The owner is an experienced chef, and you can really taste the difference with the farm-to-table menu. Everything was fresh, organic, and seasonal. Our guests haven't stopped raving about how terrific the food was! We also loved the tasting session before the wedding, which helped us feel confident in our choices. The managers guided us through every step, offering great suggestions and coordinating with our vendors (who they have great partnerships with—no pressure to buy!). They kept everything running smoothly and on schedule, answering every question we had along the way. We can’t wait to come back for one of their farm dining events in the future!“

“Amazing Food! Anytime I order everything is so good! The desserts are out of this world!“

“Haven't been there in years. Went back to try something new. Happily surprised. Went on Friday. Brought the whole family back on Sunday. The service is excellent and very personable. Met the owner. Very nice couple. You don't feel rushed. The food is very good. Large portions so be hungry when you go. Great value. I also enjoyed the music. I just missed the piano player because I had to leave but I'll be back.“

“Awesome pancakes this morning! We have eaten there for breakfast several times. Food is always fresh & delicious!“

“This was our first dining experience at Westtown Fare Restaurant. To say we were very impressed is an understatement. Charming atmosphere, friendly and attentive service, combined with an outstanding meal all contributed to a pleasant and satisfying dinner. We will be returning. A+++“

“Had dinner there last night. Service was great with special notice to out server Denise. Tipped her accordingly. Other staff removed used dishes in a timely manner. Meals arrived hot and portion size was perfect. This was our 4 visit to them and always had great dinning,“

“I could start with the food but I wouldn’t have had any if it weren’t for the manager, hostesses and staff that made sure my stupid mistake of reservations on the wrong Sunday wasn’t just discarded and made me deal with my mistake. From the hostesses to the manager on Sunday 2/15 they made me feel like they made the mistake and scrambled to fix it and get us our table. They were all so kind and amazing. Probably the most fantastic cus let service ever. And them the food…everything I was serve was presented with knowledge and care and fantastic presentation. But in the end, the taste is the most important and the food was to die for. We had a lot of fish and every last morsel was cooked to perfection and I can say it was probably one of the best meals I’ve had in my life. A billion kudos to fantastic food, amazing service and staff that make you feel comfortable and enthusiastic about every last piece of food we ate. I cannot possibly portray how happy and satisfied I was with every second of my experience. I know we should expect amazing food from a critically acclaimed restaurant but the fact that they could simply rely on that obviously isn’t enough for this restaurant. Food, service, every moment was worth every second and every pretty penny it cost. I would do it over and over and everyone else should too! I feel awful I cannot name every person because they all deserve to be recognized so please, every person that worked on 2/15…I made sure my tip reflected it but please, management, recognize them. You have chosen well and all your staff and food is to die for. A million times over, if you can make it there, run there! You will be happy beyond what you. Ould have imagined.“

“Drumell is hands down the BEST Applebee’s employee I’ve ever met. The guy was explaining the apps and drinks like he designed the menu himself. He knows his stuff so well that when I found out he’s only been here about two weeks, I couldn’t believe it. I would’ve guessed two years — maybe even twenty with how smooth and confident he is.

The energy he brings is contagious. He makes you want to order everything just because of how well he describes it. Honestly, he’s wasted not being a server. If Drumell was my server, I’d be throwing money at him left and right.

Applebee’s, if you’re listening: promote this man. Drumell is the kind of employee that makes people come back again and again. 🌟“

“it's just a fun place. waitress are friendly. love the bands. especially jack Romano.“

“This place is so charming and the food is incredible!!! We sat outside and enjoyed pancakes with berries and the special sweet potato bowl with spinach, mushrooms and pulled pork. They also have espresso drinks and my cappuccino was served with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a lovely touch. This is a wonderful spot for breakfast or lunch“

“The food was great jade our server was great very attentive very knowledgeable. The environment was homie. People were great environment. Great the view of the mountains spectacular you couldn’t ask for anything more. Definitely going back to that place. I had 110% great time. Thank you guys.“

“Beautiful venue with a view, great staff and service, tasty food. Had a great time at a line dancing event there with Debbie and Beyond the Line, hope to be back soon!“

“I’m just your average working class person, and this spot blew me away. Breakfast was amazing (the French toast was unreal), and dinner didn’t disappoint either. The menu’s small, but every dish is top-notch. You can tell they care about what they make.“

“On October 23, 2023 we had a wonderful brunch at the George Inn the day after our son's wedding in the area for the guests. We had breakfast and lunch items on the buffet. Everything was fresh and delicious! Our hostess, Linda was fantastic. She made sure all or needs were met and the service was wonderful! Thank you George Inn and Linda for a great event!“

“Awesome food & great service!! ❤️“

“It was an incredibly hot sunny day, my partner and I were looking for a dining experience when we came across Biergarten. I am absolutely blown away and all expectations were incredibly exceeded. They have a plethora of options including the bison burger, pulled pork, kids menu and much more. We decided to go with the tacos and tried each of every kind. Our absolute favorite was the Mahi Mahi tacos. Perfect blend of Mahi, Pineapple Salsa, and other ingredients. All balanced perfectly. The chicken taco was also incredibly delicious. Incredibly simple and traditional, however tasted extremely phenomenal. The pork taco and steak tacos were also very tasty. However the Chicken and Mahi are my personal recommendation. Our waitress (apologies for forgetting your name) a young woman, tan complexion. Was incredibly friendly, attentive and interactive and made our dining experience even more of a pleasure. Incredibly delicious, and cozy. I would recommend and return to this establishment 1000%!“

“Fabulous pizza. Will definitely return.“

“I love eating here...people are friendly, and inviting...“

“I came to the restaurant a little after they opened and I was extremely delighted to see the mother and son Duo back at work honestly from all the times I've been there they seem to be the most respectful and hard-working people out of anybody else I've seen there I didn't show the reaction when I was in there because I was doing with something else but deep down I was extremely delighted to see them besides that the food was great and the place was very clean and tidy once again I was extremely delighted to see the mom and son duo especially the Son since from what experienced a few times he was given a hard time for nothing just because I'm a few comments even though he works the hardest and he does the most work out of most of the people he works with including his mother but the food was cooked correctly frys tasted amazing and the places was excellently clean“

“My family went for a Christmas Eve dinner the food was fantastic the service was wonderful I will be going back often“