37 Best American Restaurants near Groton

“Kind service, warm food at a reasonable price. Owners give back to our community in many ways!“

“What a wonderful little inviting restaurant! Becky is awesome and greets you with a smile. She offers each person entering two options to sit down at the booth of their liking. I love the fact that the restaurant promotes locally grown and sourced foods and proudly displays the small farms and businesses' names on its wall. Copper Horse Coffee Roasters coffee is served and Mojo's Sauce is readily available on each table. The food is served hot and fresh and is very reasonably priced! Thank you Becky and The Ithaca Food Dude for your generosity for the gift card! I will be back!:)“

“The Rook is always a must-visit whenever we’re in town! The menu is full of flavorful dishes, and their cocktails and beverages are equally impressive. The atmosphere is inviting and lively, making it a perfect spot for any occasion. The staff goes above and beyond - Manny in particular is friendly, attentive, and a joy to chat with. We can’t recommend The Rook enough for great food, drinks, and an unforgettable experience😍🙌“

“It was very busy. We weren’t in a hurry and really liked that they have so many options. All day breakfast and lunch. Can’t wait to go again“

“I drove down from Cape Vincent to meet one of my best friends from college who was in the area for a family wedding. I was completely blown away by my meal. The waitress was incredible. I had the Chilean sea bass and it literally melted in my mouth. The salad with fresh fruit and a raspberry vinaigrette was outstanding. We ordered coffee and I was brought a little tray with fresh whipped cream, as well as other delightful garnishes. Finally… the mile high carrot cake!! Pure bliss. Thank you for a truly memorable experience. And I was so grateful that we weren’t rushed. We don’t get to see each other frequently and it was a blessing to just spend time together.“

“Great Red Curry dish over rice with chicken. It will be hard to opt for something different on my next visit. Although while gazing at dishes as servers delivered them to nearby tables it appears I will have to try everything eventually. Interesting cocktail list, spirits and spirit free.
Great atmosphere, wonderful service. Will return. No doubt!“

“A great bar, decently busy. Everyone pretty much knows each other there. I believe every Saturday there is a 9 ball tournament. The interior is pretty good, hall way to the bathroom is on an incline so do be careful if you are drinking because you could stumble and fall if you are intoxicated enough. There are two tvs in the bar, hosted the duke and north carolina game recently. The bartender wasn't really friendly she looked like she didn't want to be there, complaining with and attitude but didn't bother me much. Pretty decent bar in the area.“

“Nice people,service was tops.“

“? Yummy Alert! ?The crab and corn soup is soooooo tasty! Try it.Layout of the food area is a bit odd which creates a bad logistical flow for people getting food and those exiting with their food. Also, the staff are seemingly unfriendly and I swear I thought the guy serving in the hot food section was going to drip sweat into the curry. The older lady next to him served the rice so sloppy. The dish looked ugly because of how it was served and presented and so I left it. But, the crab and corn soup is fantastic!“

“We came here during royal feast night and had an amazing experience!
The food was great, service was very professional and well trained, and the overall atmosphere created went further to enhance the culinary experience.
I really enjoyed how everything was organized and presented. From the table settings and menus to the plating of food, the care and attention to detail was evident.
Everyone did a great job to ensure we had a wonderful time.
I’ll definitely be back (if I can score a reservation ;))“

“Stopped by for lunch today, had a great experience!“

“This cafe has decent food but it is in a really weird location. It’s in Statler but it is downstairs and really hard to find. Nevertheless, it has good hours compared to a lot of places on campus which is really convenient. The food is basic but good.“

“Me and my boyfriend had a great time! Food was amazing“

“Chef Joey has a gift for elevating meals both in flavors and textures. I wish I lived closer, I’d be here at least once a week…“

“Fantastic Restaurant!! A must see and delicious healthy cuisine!!!“

“My favorite diner in Ithaca! I especially love their country fried steak!“

“Cool vibe with live music. Food was great. Order at counter and they bring out your food. Prices were reasonable except I feel kids meals were overpriced. Beer was cold and good. My only suggestion would be some other drink options. Soda, lemonade, something. There was only a small wine fridge with old fashioned black cherry soda, orange, ginger beer, some sletzer water. Some traditional coke/pepsi etc would be nice.“

“Best place for a sub!! We love it here“

“From the cocktails to the coffee wonderful. Had the bread basket loved it Prime rib was great. And the srver Blake was beyond good , great service. Will be back again“

“Small diner type eatery, and busy. You do not have a long wait for your order to be taken or to arrive. Barb's serves your basic breakfast fare, and the coffee is decent and hot. The owner, Sue, is cheerful, pleasant, and personable. For.me, Barb's makes the best home fries by far. I was camping upbthebroad at a State Park and had my breakfast here every morning for a week. This establishment has been in Locke for many years and has many loyal customers.

Parking: Parking at the establishment site.“

“We just had the best time! Capped off our Christmas Eve shopping at Rogues. Food was great! Crispy wings with mixed garlic parm and medium sauces and their steak fries! Nice beer selections and FANTASTIC service! Thanks for a great experience!“

“The food was absolutely amazing and the service I received was even better. Food was fresh and cooked in a timely fashion. The bartenders were extremely nice. I would give them 10 stars if I could , fried pickles amazing , chicken park amazing , chicken wings prob best in town. Will be becoming a regular here !“

“Quaint restaurant good for brunch breakfast and lunch. Interesting artifacts showing the history of coal being that this is an old coal weighing station. Order at the counter and they bring the food out to you right away. Park is a little tough as a lot of small and can only hold about six cars but we were lucky this time and parked in the small lot. Super friendly staff and very good food.“

“Chain restaurant. You get exactly what you expect, which is why you go there.

The staff training is excellent. Consistently friendly and helpful.

The food is tasty. Filling. Probably high calorie, high fat. You want a Chili's meal? Go to Chili's. You want healthy vegan food? Ithaca has lots of other places for that.

Some of the specials are a very good value. The old 3-for-$10 special is gone; it's now $11 and has a limited choice of entrees. It's still a good value, and the hamburger may be the best in Ithaca.

Consider what's on the TV screens before you sit, and ask to sit facing something you want to see. Otherwise (perish the thought) you'll have to make conversation with your tablemates...unless you brought a smartphone.“

“Excellent place to eat food. They have a huge variety of foods. I actually like them better than the dining halls because the salad bar has more options and is more organized. They also pay by the lb for a lot of stuff, so you don't have to feel compelled to stuff yourself to get your money's worth. On the go snacks are available too.“

“Very nice vibe! Patrons are friendly, great drinks, and a super HOT 🔥 tall bar tender who resembles Rock Hudson!“

“Awesome food, fast service and great prices!!! Highly recommend!!! 5 stars!!!“

“Las pizzas más ricas que he probado!“

“the food was ok.... but the prices are high not to mention the atmosphere was crazy to say the least. my first and last visit I felt very unsafe“

“We stayed at a nearby and wanted a real hot breakfast not one prepared and set out for everyone. This was not even a block away. We arrived right after they opened at 8:30 am so they were not busy. We were greeted immediately and told to sit where we wanted. Our drink orders were promptly taken. I ordered a latte and it was delicious. For breakfast my husband created a ham & mushroom omelette and I had the Farmhouse breakfast with fried eggs and sausage. The sausage was different I could definitely taste the herbs used, it was good. The breakfast potatoes were cooked just the way I like with skins on and browned. If we return to Ithaca I would definitely return for breakfast but they serve lunch as well.“

“Wonderful, friendly staff and great food. Excellent prices and location - close to Ithaca Commons.“

“If you’re in the mood for a wonderful meal by Cayuga Lake, the BoatHouse is the place to go. The restaurant offers a stunning lakeside view, which is perfect for a relaxing meal with a glass of wine. The menu features delicious options like lobster rolls, seafood chowder, and grilled salmon — all fresh and locally sourced.
The atmosphere is casual yet refined, and the staff is always friendly and attentive. Whether you’re visiting for lunch or dinner, The BoatHouse provides an amazing dining experience with great food and even better views. If you’re looking for a memorable meal by the lake, this spot is highly recommended.“

“The NYS Orchard Burger is beyond amazing! My go to when I’m in town!“

“@Straight Independent Radio would like to thank the staff at @The Dryden Hotel for an awesome experience, great music, and excellent food/drinks. #UnapologeticallyJosh appreciates the hospitality.“

“Great variety of unique food choices and love that you can not only get breakfast, lunch, and dinner here, but also have a beer/drink at night.“

“Great variety of unique food choices and love that you can not only get breakfast, lunch, and dinner here, but also have a beer/drink at night.“

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!“