50 Best American Restaurants near Melville

“Have been coming here for past 20+ years. Same ladies serving for quite awhile. Hit or miss service, sometimes they are too chatty and ignore tables. Food is good if you are ordering basic diner fare; omelettes or sandwiches. The owner, a kind, older gentleman, always tries his best to make us feel valued. Heavy set mid 40's cashier is rude to customers and servers.
We will return here, out of loyalty to our neighborhood diner.“

“Had a wonderful experience at Halston's! The food was absolutely delicious. I enjoyed a perfectly cooked steak with creamy mashed potatoes, and the meal ended on a high note with a rich, delicious cheesecake.

The highlight of the evening was my waitress... she was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure I had everything I needed. That's really all you can ask for in a great restaurant: excellent food and people who genuinely take care of you.

Kudos to the team at Halston's! I will definitely be back.“

“Their Thai shrimp tacos are amazing !!!!! Best food truck in Long Island !“

“I had an issue with my room facing the open atrium area and the noise level from the bar extending past quiet hour. The front desk manager, Stephen, immediately addressed my concern and moved me to a room in a more desirable location. I also found the front desk and concierge lounge employees to be very friendly and helpful. My room service attendant, Holly, made sure my order was as specified and she delivered it with a smile!! I really appreciated her kind demeanor. I felt my business mattered to everyone I came in contact with at this Marriott property and would not hesitate staying here again when my travels bring me back to Long Island.“

“Excellent food, oversized sandwiches, great service“

“The service and the food at grasso’s is always amazing.“

“The only thing missing here are the customers. Breakfast is better than any diner around. Spread the word…“

“Absolutely delicious food and good service. Nice atmosphere.“

“The food was delicious and many entrees to choose from we were a group of six“

“I cannot say enough about the Library Cafe, the staff and the food! We had a 50th Birthday Party in the upstairs private room overlooking the bar. The food was delicious and there was PLENTY of it! The bar/wait staff was both attentive and quick getting to all of us! The party was perfect right down to the music which they let us pick! Definitely having more events at the Library!“

“speedy service and delicious food“

“Everything that my family have eaten from this amazing place has been delicious! Only one more item left to try which gives us a reason to go back ! Then plan to do a lot of replete orders.“

“People it's me again and this time I'm in the Applebee's Restaurant and Bar in Hicksville NY (South Broadway Rd next to the Lowe's and I have to say that everything that I've eaten here and the beers is best the food is amazing all the meats are moist and have flavors like nothing you would expect the people here are great and I'm telling you all to come here and believe me you will never stop bring your family and friends and everyone will enjoy it they have TV's all over and you know now the world cup football (soccer) is on well you can watch it without having to distress yourself because there's so many screens you can watch it on and every other sporting events... But the people there are great and the food is best so I'm telling you go....
Roley Khan...“

“The food was incredible. Everyone enjoyed their meal.“

“just awesome thats all!!! look up awesomes definition ..Mundays is Awesome !!!“

“I’m amazed-really great service. Friendly staff. Even though the place was hopping, these servers really did a fantastic job and kept smiles on their faces. Bravo Friendlys!!“

“5/5 stars! We had an awesome experience at this place! Amazing food & cute yummy cocktails! This is my new go to spot!“

“Really great spot for drinks and food, plenty of delicious creative options! Big fan always coming back, and it helps to know they have help out amazing organizations as well!“

“Had lunch here today for the first time and everything was excellent! Went with a group and we ordered appetizers to share. Mozzarella sticks, fried pickles, potato wontons, onion rings, everything pretzel and fried mozzarella — delicious!!! We were seated right away and the waitress was very friendly and efficient. We will definitely be back!!!“

“We actually never went to this location before, but had greatly enjoyed their prior second location in Port Washington. Expectaions were right on point. Food was excellent from appetizer to the main course. Maybe it's weird but I kind of respect even the small things like when a restaraunt offers to chose to serve in house brewed ice tea as opposed to something pre processed. The Brisket from todays specials list was perfect. This restaurant is 45min drive from home and well worth the trip. Thank You, we will be back.“

“The new Riley’s East was FANTASTIC! Make sure you visit here and enjoy this amazing establishment! Warm and welcoming with an incredible, creative menu designed to please every palate and the most delicious, generous meals! We enjoyed the lobster bisque (loaded with huge chunks of lobster), grilled Asian style cauliflower with a savory dipping sauce (omg delicious), mozzarella and tomato panini with the largest, most delicious fresh mozzarella slices and tasty balsamic/ greenery, and the fish and chips and fries which were so tasty and generous we will enjoy them for days. This is a very special place and we highly recommend it!“

“Had a Wonderful lunch at the Applebee's in Farmingdale! I was worried that I would not find something to eat because I am trying to watch what I'm eating, but I had a amazing salad with salmon that I can't even explain how good it was -- - totally more than I expected! It was delicious and something I am going to go back for as a staple! The service was great and the manager stopped over to say hi and see how everything was going. Totally appreciate that. If you haven't been to Applebee's in a bit, check out the Farmingdale location and get the salmon salad!“

“Had such fun at the murder mystery!“

“Excellent local establishment. Good food, good drinks, excellent service.
The venue is located about 2 miles outside of the town of Woodstock and there are many options there for food and boarding.
The sound quality at the venue is excellent.“

“always great service and food and drinks also have great kid friendly events!!“

“Great place to eat and bring your puppy. Bentley enjoyed a few raw patties and I enjoyed a burger. Great placement! Loved the teddy symbol on the burger. The teddy bear toothpick was nice touch. Quiet and quick. Will be coming back!“

“Best food I ever had is at your place“

“Delicious food and great service!!“

“The service and food was excellent.“

“I’ve been coming here for years and if you’re looking for a friendly atmosphere for dinner or to watch your favorite team, Sal’s Place is the place to go. There is a separated dining area so you’re not just crammed by the bar. No pool table, no fights, no hassles. Food is good with a large variety of options plus specials. The staff busts their asses to make sure your needs are cared for. If you’ve never been here, give it try and I promise you it won’t be the last time you’re there.“

“The food was absolutely delicious and the service. Highly recommend!“

“Great time as usual great service.Nancy took care my friends and I see was great.New tables and chairs are a big hit.“

“I wanted to Thank Everyone at the Sunrise Diner for all the years they made my Parents feel like family whenever they went there. My Father has since passed but my Sister took my Mother there today and they gave my Mom hugs, told her they loved her and how cute she was. I was in tears when I heard this from my Sister. I am so Happy that my Mom has this place to go to to get out and feel so loved by so many. Over the years the Sunrise Diner has been a very Happy Place to go to. The service is the best we've ever had. They've treated my Family like Family. I cannot thank the People at the Sunrise Diner enough! They mean so much to my Family. And you can't beat their food!!! I've never had a bad meal their. Love all of you. Hope to get back to Wantagh soon and see you all! THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH♥️“

“Today I came to visit and have a quick bite! The burger was phenomenal! And what made the burger even better was the outstanding service from Thomas! His energy and attentiveness makes me want to come back! I live in Huntington but would come back just for the service alone! Thank you Peter Pan for a great early dinner!“

“The food is 5 star. Just had the grilled pork chops with mushrooms. One of the best I have ever had. The bar staff is awesome. I highly recommend“

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about them! Having an extremely busy schedule makes it challenging to stay on track with healthy eating, but Rachel makes it so easy! It’s accessible, affordable and delicious! She is Uber knowledgeable about every aspect regarding nutrition and she guided me through different “changes” in my body. Rachel & her team guide you along your journey (be it weight loss, maintenance or just plain ol’ being healthy!). I highly recommend everything this company has to offer!!“

“Good tacos and margaritas server Debbie was awesome“

“Penguin was here. Had a Chicken Caesar Salad“

“Had the experience of a lifetime when we did the chefs table. Chef Eric Levine was amazing and the food he prepared for us was like no other we’ve ever had. Six wonderful courses. Janice took care of our table and was equally amazing. I was so happy to be able to share this experience With family and would definitely do it again.“

“Vietnamese food was something that took a long time to get to Nassau County. I use to only get it when on business trips. Now I come here as often as I can. Every item on the menu is excellent. Beef Pho is so good! Atmosphere is nice and clean and the service are great too. I'm going again today!“

“The chef Francisco is a fine chef and his food tastes great. I have eaten here about 5xs already and he never disappoints. I highly recommend the tacos 🌮. I have also eaten the skirt steak which was delicious. He has a very nice presentation on all dishes. They also have fresh baked breads and the waitresses are all very nice and friendly. The dining area is nice and there is music playing and sometimes live entertainment. I want to try every dish on the menu. The restaurant has the potential to be a real gold mine because the food is definitely on point.“

“This was an AMAZING dinner tonight. Kansas City Pulled Pork is the BEST! Totally packed with lean BBQ covered tender pork! Chicken fingers and sweet potato fries, Fried Mozz and Fried Ravioli.....All Amazing!! Our New Favorite Place for a meal in Huntington!!! Highly Recommended!!😁❤️“

“Loved it!! John the bartender was amazing!“

“Everything from the atmosphere to the server Nick to the drinks the hamburgers to the most awesome chocolate chip cookies was excellent.“

“Tonight we had our daughter’s communion party at Parkview. From the planning stages a few weeks back to wrapping the festivities up today, Mike and the staff were all incredibly accommodating, friendly, and on top of everything. The food was delicious, service top notch, and the environment was warm and welcoming. I highly recommend hosting any event here. We will most certainly be back.“

“A friend and I had lunch here today. The food and service (thank you Taylor) were amazing. Definitely a five star experience.“

“Rodney was one of the greatest waiters I’ve ever had in my life. From the moment we sat down, he brought the perfect mix of professionalism, energy, and genuine kindness. He was attentive without hovering, quick with recommendations, and somehow made the whole meal feel easy and fun. Drinks stayed full, food arrived smoothly, and every interaction felt personal instead of scripted.
What really stood out was his attitude. Rodney treated our table like we were important guests, not just another order during a busy shift. He anticipated needs before we asked, checked in at the right moments, and kept the vibe upbeat the entire time. You can tell he takes pride in his work and cares about giving people a great experience.
Honestly, Rodney turned a casual Applebee’s visit into one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. Applebee’s is lucky to have him! Give that man some recognition, a RAISE, and maybe his own menu item. The manager and Rodney gave us some complimentary desert as well.“

“We had a retirement party upstairs in the Shannon room. Holly was amazing helping me through it all. The bartender and waitresses were all amazing even my guests said how nice they were. The food was Great! This is the 2nd party I had there first one was 10 years ago since then the room was renovated and looks beautiful.“

“A must try place whenever you are in Oyster bay. Awesome food and staff! Highly recommended 😊“

“Very nice people and good food.“