41 Best American Restaurants near Fayetteville

“Went there a few weeks ago on a Friday, specifically for the Cape Cod Reuben. The place is small but eclectic and fun. The staff was very friendly and had nice conversation with the bartender and some patrons while waiting for my sandwich. The poor girl behind the register was going a mile a minute but made sure to check my order before she handed it to me. The sandwich was excellent. I like that the slaw wasn't too sweet as to overpower the sandwich and the bite of the Swiss cheese complements the flavors. Highly recommend and will definitely be back to try more sandwiches.“

“For a neighborhood restaurant they take pride in all their food. As I am a coni sore of " fish fries". This is the best fried fish and the French fry's are delicious too. So what are you waited for? Go to the Beach house for the best fish fry in western New York“

“In the course of planning our wedding reception and stay through the Craftsman Inn & Suites, we ate a couple of times at the restaurant and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves each time. The service was excellent, food was very good with generous portions, great atmosphere, and reasonable cost. We'll be back again now we're done with our big day, and looking forward to enjoying a leisurely meal on our next visit to the area.“

“I've always loved Red Robin. However, the Teriyaki chicken sandwich has gotten so much smaller. The chicken was about half the size it used to be. My husband had the fish and chips, and they were delicious. The fries are always so good.“

“We truly enjoyed our recent dinning experience. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the home made Torchio and Rigatoni pasta. Our guests also loved their Halibut and Pork Chop dinners. The staff were all friendly and helpful. We look forward to returning for another awesome dinner.“

“Great lunch with our family last weekend. Our server was friendly and efficient. The portions of our meals were plentiful and delicious.Kid-friendliness: Coloring placemat, quick service for the kids, reasonably priced kids meals, patient server.“

“My # 1 diner to go to, it's never a let down. The food is always great and the portion sizes are incredible!.It's a small shack and a bit claustrophobic but the staff are amazing. You will easily miss the turn and the parking is what it is.One thing i would love for this establishment to do is open a second location with more space inside and out. But all in all when you come here you will NOT be disappointed.“

“This is my favorite local restaurant! The food is amazing Everytime. New featured drinks often. I've tried a lot on the menu and haven't had anything that wasn't delicious. It's not a huge place, which I prefer. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing, staff is on point!. The owner is usually there and very engaging and friendly! Try it you won't be disappointed.“

“I lived in Syracuse over a decade ago and I make sure to make a visit to Riley’s each time I make a visit back. The variety of the menu choices is great, flavors are always fresh, and the numbers of desserts are fantastic. It’s a must go!“

“Looking for a local breakfast joint to start our day, a Google search yielded the interesting Sunshine's Coffee Shop with good reviews, so we made our way over there. A little off the beaten path around the Syracuse airport, but totally visible on the corner. We placed our order for breakfast sandwiches and the home fries with onions. Plus coffee. All delicious! Sunshine's is a small place, with a couple booths plus small tables. Very homey feel. Great way to start our day!!“

“Let's start with the atmosphere here. Beautiful lighting and non wobbly tables....great start. It's intimate....not small, but intimate. The service is.....pretty, pretty, pret-ty good. Seriously tho - tag team waitstaff is smart too the guest is never ledt looking for their waiter or waitress. And the food .... it is some of the best damn food in the greater Syracuse area. Best wings I've had in a few years folks and the specials are always changing and if you don't try it here, I can't be your friend and don't read my reviews anymore. Run. Don't walk to TDH Tavern. Had to wheel me out last time....damn!“

“If you didn't know this diner was here, it would be very easy for you to miss it. Which is also one of the very reasons I adore Sweetgrass Diner .This is a very cozy & comfortable setting with a laid-back vibe. Everyone will feel welcomed and greeted with a smile. The service is A1! They all work together so beautifully to ensure each table is attended to and served in a timely fashion. You can't beat that! The food is pretty darn good, and the price point is even better! As a mom with 4 children, I love being able to take my girls out for a great meal without breaking the bank. That in itself will keep me coming back again & again. Overall, it was a really great diner!“

“Crazy busy the day we were there, but they were very accommodating. Food was delicious, though they forgot our appetizer, but made up for it with an extra round of drinks. Some chairs were scary to sit on, and I had to change chairs since it was so wobbly. I thought it might collapse under me.“

“Went to this place for the first time this past weekend and I’ll definitely be back! The women bartending was very attentive, and pleasant! Glasses, bar, and the entire place was clean—and the atmosphere was comfortable. Now to the best part of this place…THE FOOD IS AMAZING!! I met some friends here around 8-9 Saturday and was starving. I ordered a cheeseburger, dirty rice and baked Mac and cheese. All of these where amazing!! The food was good quality, serving sizes were more than enough (had some to take home), and everything I got tasted amazing!! So happy I found this place! I will definitely be ordering here when I need to pick up dinner for my family….and I suggest everyone else stop in here too.“

“I'm not sure how I've never heard of this place before. Firstly, the food is amazing ??. We got the Cajun Shrimp and Cheesy Grits Eggs Benedict. The grits were fresh made and delicious ? The eggs were poached perfectly and the shrimp was grilled and season to perfection. We also ordered a side of home fries that were to die for. Also, I ordered a Bloody Mary which came with all the fixings. It was truly breakfast in a glass. The service was fun, funny and just what we needed this morning. The restaurant is decked out with 80's pop culture memorabilia and there's always something to look at. Even the restroom is amusing with a sticker on the toilet that says "Nice Butt" ??. I will be back and not just for breakfast!“

“Luna Cafe is such an amazing place… all that cats are so cute and the workers and volunteers are incredible! All their cats come from the cat coalition and are for adoption, even if you’re not able to adopt you can still go in and spend time and play with the kitties! They also have great drinks and food! 1,000/10 recommend!!“

“Friday night is fish Friday night at Dmlins which is the name of the golf course for the restaurant is located. Excellent food. I had chicken. My wife had fish. Both were delicious kitchen. Got a little boatloaded at first but they caught up pretty quickly. Very nice atmosphere and the view of the deer out on the golf course was also wonderful“

“I love this place! Tonight I had the featured dinner for Easter..I should have taken a picture, but I left my phone home. It was presented beautifully. Three lovely slices of ham with pineapple slices (w/golden brown edges) cooked to perfection. The ham was juicy and delicious. It was accompanied by a generous serving of yummy mashed potatoes and stuffing, as well as candied carrots. Large portions, which worked for me, as I had some left to bring home… Yay ? I only commented below on the things that I have eaten there. There is a a menu with many great choices.Parking: parking is both in front within 4-5 feet from the door.Kid-friendliness: There are always families with kids coming ands going. They are very welcome at the Gnome.Wheelchair accessibility: The sidewalk entry is a ramp.“

“This is a phenomenal venue for a bridal shower. My bridal shower was held there in April 2023. The staff was exceptional, making sure all of our guests had drinks, waters, coffee or anything they may need. Asking for my opinions on timing of cake, food, etc. The food was perfect particularly the lemon chicken, even gave us to go boxes at the end. They were flexible with accommodating some changes to their lunch menu as well that we requested. The rooms are well decorated, beautiful mirrors, greenery and exposed brick. Leaving for very little additional decor needing to be brought. We focused on centerpieces and some signage.We were not rushed out at the end while they were cleaning up. They welcomed my fiancé by his first name when he arrived showing that they pay attention to every detail. Even found a surprise gift from them amongst my gifts at the end! If you are looking for a venue for bridal shower I would highly recommend! Thanks for making my day perfect!“

“My first visit to Trapper's for an event was fantastic! Really unique space with multiple dining rooms, bar area, and a sweet pinball set up. The staff and owner were all friendly and helpful, food was amazing, and everything was very reasonably priced. 5 star experience all the way!“

“Definitely one of my favorite brunch spot in Syracuse. Heads up it’s always packed during the weekend so you have to give them a call to join the waitlist. Apart from that, the service is great, the food is really tasty and affordable, the staff are friendly and helpful when it comes to some recommendations because it’s a lot on the menu. I enjoy the mimosa flight and the frittata so much. I highly recommend this place for a boozy brunch with friends lol.“

“Easily a favorite of mine. Since publishing this review 6 years ago originally, I've been here at least a dozen times, the service, food, and atmosphere has been nothing but exemplary.Parking: The on-site parking is hit or miss, depending on the night“

“I had the privilege of eating here for dinner this evening and it was delicious!! The service was phenomenal our waitress was so kind and attentive (I can't remember her name but thank you for great service!). The sandwich I had so much flavor you could taste the Swiss cheese and it was overpowering! That cake I had for dessert was so good I forgot to take a picture before I devoured it!! The best chocolate cake I have had in a long time!! Thank you cafe 119 for the delicious food and wonderful service the cafe is small but it has so much character. I loved the ambiance, it was very relaxing and I didn't feel rushed with my meal.“

“What a gem of a place!!! Went out here to dine with my girlfriends for dinner on a friday night. I did make the reservation on Wednesday for friday at 5:30. I tried for 6:30 i think and they asked if we could accommodate. We did. Its obviously a popular spot for good reason. The server was kind, attentive and helpful. The food was delicious. We came here on recommendation by one of our friends. Afterward we agreed that we would be back again and keep this in the rotation.“

“We had such great service at Tullys, N Syracuse Angelina knew the menu well and could recommend great drinks. She was also very friendly we will be definitely coming back next time in town visiting family. The chicken tenders were so good too.“

“I had the Lasagna. The portion was very large and it was pretty good. It could have been warmer but I didn't want to complain since it was slammed on a Sunday night with everyone in town for the eclipse. The house salad and dressing were very good. The bread was also nice and was served with butter and seasoned olive oil.“

“Great wings! Side of fries is a big portion so recommend splitting. Also able to request all flats or all legs. Took a short bit to get our food, but not terribly long. Lots of TVs for the sports bar feel. A bit of a hole in the wall on the corner of a neighborhood street. Decent draft beer options. Would go back again.“

“I was a bit skeptical about trying this place because every time I've driven by, it looks dead and there's not much to read online about it. I went in with low expectations but left very satisfied. It's a nice small townie bar/restaurant. The waitress was very nice and said that it gets busy for calm night. They have weekly specials and they freshly make most of the food. She said all the soups and mashed potatoes are homemade. They are reasonably priced and have large portions. It is well worth it. The food was delicious and I would definitely come back here!“

“Next time I will have the nerve to ask the waitress for a doggy bag for my leftovers, but I felt awkward and unwelcome. Definitely not the place to go and just chill and play your Nintendo switch. I was looking for a nook in my neighborhood lol ?“

“We went to an event at Barbagallos and we're totally impressed with the food, the service, and a great, private room that was just the right size. The gluten free offerings were so tasty! Antipasto, mixed veggies, potatoes, and sausage with peppers and onions. My favorite was the mixed veggie: cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots - perfectly cooked and not over seasoned. I couldn't eat the fried chicken but it did look crispy and tempting. Drinks included bottomless mimosas and a cola. The mimosas had real orange juice in them. I don't think they were stirred because the top layer was not carbonated but the bottom was. Either way it was delicious. We were able to decorate the room as we wished which was a big plus. Everyone had a wonderful time!“

“Our "Happy Hour Club" was welcomed with open arms and we had a great time! Great food and service, good drink prices and friends together at a welcoming place....priceless! Thanks to Bri and the staff for making our evening so enjoyable!“

“Its a local bar / restaurant, so my rating is based on the type of place it is. The food was awesome and tasted homecooked. Service was friendly and caring. It appeared that most of the patrons were local folks that were regulars. That's says a lot to me. I asked if Sandy was there, and she was. She was in the kitchen doing the cooking. The cost included a wine and 2 choc milks. I will go back.“

“This food truck is cute and has a variety of options.We stopped at a brewery and LB was parked outside. It was sort of cold and LB's chili warmed us up.They have other food options I'd love to try the next time I see this food truck.The owner is very friendly and nice too. I'd recommend ordering food if you see this truck!“

“Pretty solid place for some variety of food. They do everything from pizza to burgers and breakfast with egg sandwiches and such in the morning. It's very reasonably priced. It's not fine dining but it is definitely probably a good little college hotspot.“

“Two dart boards, one pool table and cheap drinks with people I grew up with and live around ?. There's an iTunes hub as well. New years got wild on it though 399+ songs to be played but we left around 3 I think? Idk time moves slow when you're drunk lol. Great night!!“

“IF YOU LOVE WINGS, COME HERE. This is a one and only public service announcement from yours truly, a Scorpio who isn’t going to hold back. These are some of the best wings I’ve ever had in my life. They’ve got options, fried or smoked. My partner and I got smoked. Every Sunday during the holiday period they’ve got 75c wings per 10 bunched. We both got 20. Not the largest but a decent selection of choices for sauces to go on the wings. We got Garlic Parmesan, Garlic BBQ and Medium and all were just so delicious, love and patience is put into those wings. Everything else was amazing, some thick and flavor filled cornbread. Truly fabulous baked beans. I was full and still trying to take more bites of those beans. $2.50 for all the sides. Most meals between $12-25. Sandwiches, chicken, pork, brisket and beef all available, super chill and relaxed environment with kind staff. Not a bunch of space but plenty enough. They’ve got TVs and play sports channels. Parking is a little difficult to find and is the only complaint I have.“

“We went there to order take out and have a drink, bartender was absolutely awesome! She was very busy and on the ball! We got home with our take out and everything was great except they sent Bleu cheese instead of ranch my daughter hates Bleu cheese but I love it and we had ranch dressing in the fridge. Great experience definitely will be back!“

“I called days in advance for a reservation and never received a call back. My sister just happened to show up a day early and they were able to accommodate our large party last minute. I'm thankful for the staff because when we arrived the line was out the door. We had a party of 13. Do not go by the prices online . They have not been updated. I planned on paying cash until I got there and it was $100 more than I had figured. Everything was good and the kitchen kept up well for as busy as they were. Our waitress could have been a little better with drink service but they were busy. Cleaned plates every time she walked by. All and all good experiences for my family. For Half of the table it was their first time ever eating there.“

“I love Darlene's!! Have been here so many times their breakfast is classic diner food and it's AMAZING! I love my Saturday excursions here with my family. Darlene is a gem and she is always so kind when we come in! Service is great; place is so cute too! Small but very home-like. I love it“

“Music was way too loud. Waitress told them to turn it down, but as soon as she was done taking our order, they turned the music right back up. The bass was up so high, it felt like it was booming in your chest. My husband had to take his hearing aids out because it was so loud. Then we couldn't even hear each other talking. Fish was good. Mac and cheese was very dry. Probably won't be back. It just isn't a good atmosphere for older people.“