50 Best American Restaurants near Mendon

“LOVED THE FOOD!! So good and the atmosphere is amazing! Such great service“

“always great food, great service.“

“Close to stage seating. Not a bad seat in the house. Fast , friendly staff. Awesome , accommodating owner, James Shelly Top national bands. Great food. Very reasonable prices!“

“Great food, wonderful service! We go every week“

“Great Diner, somewhat crowded during breakfast due to it's popularity plus it closes at 2pm which is the typical time for small diners. Food is very good. It can get a bit loud during peak times and be prepared to wait after giving your name, note the waiting area is very small but worth the wait !!!“

“Rooney’s hosted my colleagues and I today for an amazing dinner. It was mine, and many others first time at Rooney’s and all said the same thing- WE WILL BE BACK. The food was delicious, service amazing, and ambiance was quiet, chic, and moody.“

“My husband and I wanted to treat ourselves to a nice dinner with a beautiful view outside and we sure did find the perfect place! The food was amazing, the service friendly and very attentive, and the view was breathtaking. We had the crab cakes and mushroom toast for appetizers, both were scrumptious! For our entrees, my husband got the ribeye with whipped potatoes and their Mac and cheese and wow, I seriously would come back just for the whipped potatoes. I got the orecchiette pasta dish which was so tasty-I loved the vegetables in it. The servings were perfect for the price. Deb, our server, was soooo friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. She definitely helped make our experience there a great one. Everyone was friendly from the host to the restaurant manager. Last but not least! We went during the sunset and the view was so amazing, I was in awe the entire time. Thank you for an amazing night!“

“Outstanding dinner, the salmon and filet were both perfect! The spinach fritters should be an appetizer if they were so delicious!“

“Great food, service and Friendly.“

“Stepping through the doors of TK's I felt as though I had wandered into a dream—one where candlelight glows like captured starlight and the air itself seems perfumed with possibility. Yet even in a place so artfully enchanted, nothing could have prepared me for the poutine that arrived before me like a revelation on porcelain. This was not merely poutine. This was a culinary sonnet, a whisper from the gastronomic heavens. A dish so sublime it felt almost mischievous to call it by its familiar name. The Wisconsin cheese curds announced themselves with unapologetic pride. You could taste their birthplace—lush dairy fields, cows humming contentedly, the whole pastoral romance. Each curd held its integrity just long enough to declare, “Yes, I am from Wisconsin,” before surrendering into a gentle, buttery melt that can only be described as perfection liquefied. They didn’t just melt—they blossomed across the warm potatoes in creamy, celestial ribbons. And then there was the demi-glace. Oh, the demi-glace. Calling it a “half” anything feels adorably modest. This sauce was appropriately named only because it is indeed better than half of a glace—it may be better than all of them. A rich, velvety pool of umami velvet, it cascaded over the fries with the elegance of a silk gown in motion. Deep, complex, and infinitely comforting, it managed to be both bold and tender at once, like a secret told in a familiar voice. And what of the phrase “better than Canada”? Risky, perhaps. Blasphemous to some. But after a forkful of this poutine—this enchanted mosaic of potato, curd, and demi-decadence—I found myself whispering it involuntarily. Not out of disrespect for our northern culinary champions, but because sometimes a creation transcends borders and loyalties altogether. This poutine is not better than Canada because it compares itself— It is better because it dares not. It simply is. In short, the dish is a masterpiece. A warm, glowing, cheese-laden love letter to indulgence itself. If a restaurant can be judged by its poutine, then TK's is nothing short of the north star of flavorful delirium. The view of the falls isn't demi bad either.“

“Jess was great adding cinnamon to my wife's apple pie mule when they were out of an ingredient and it was awesome. The food was to die for, it just doesn't get any better. Thank you Jess for making a perfect experience bettrr.“

“so good!!! have ordered from here twice and the food has been amazing. the b.o.b burger is by far the best burger ive ever had and the salad is fresh and topped with a lot! so excited to try new things.“

“always great...!! been coming here for near 50 years 🙂“

“Alicia was so kind and attentive at the bar, great atmosphere and amazing hospitality. My coworker and I came for lunch and it was a very relaxed and calm atmosphere and good for social interaction. I’d come here any day of the week and have a good time“

“Went late arrived around 7pm looking for dinner. Had a choice of Kansas city Hot Chicken or 96 BBQ. Chose BBQ and was pleasantly surprised! From the appearance outside unsure if it was take-out only, so had my husband check if they had tables. You immediately are welcomed with the wonderful aroma of good BBQ. Service was good once you got your table. The food came to the table quickly. Excellent appearance and the portions were generous. I found both the ribs and brisket to be tender and well seasoned. Bark on brisket was beautiful with a little of a peppery bite. Ribs (half rack) were fall of the bone tender. Corn bread was a bit sweet but moist. Smokehouse beans were meaty with good sauce. We will return to try more of the menu.“

“In this industry, When will we start to teach our hostesses that they are the first impression for any guest that walks in the restaurant. In my opinion you don’t need to pay for a hostess on Saturday nights, the servers can handle that collectively. Especially a hostess who greets your guests with “how many?” And does absolutely nothing else all evening. Our server was fantastic, the food was good but pricey. Been here a few times and l like the vibe. Train your hostess to be warm and friendly, but you really don’t need to be paying that wage 😉“

“Recently went for a girls dinner and was happy to find many gluten free options clearly labeled on the menu. Staff was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Food and cocktails were delicious. Celiac approved. Will be back.“

“Late-Night Gem: Hungry in Pittsford, NY

After 9:30 PM, finding a spot for a quick and delicious bite can feel like a challenge, but Hungry in Pittsford delivered beyond expectations. I ordered their Hungry Wrap, Italian Sausage, and Platter Combo, and they whipped everything up in no time!

The Platter Combo was a crispy, indulgent medley of fried treats, cooked to perfection and paired with tangy sauces. The Hungry Wrap was a cheesy, flavorful delight—each bite was a symphony of fresh ingredients and bold seasonings. The Italian Sausage was packed with hearty flavors, perfectly balanced by caramelized onions and peppers in a soft, crusty roll.

Every dish was freshly prepared and absolutely delicious. Hungry not only nailed the taste but also the speed—an ideal spot for late-night cravings. If you’re ever in Pittsford and need a quick yet satisfying meal, don’t miss this place.“

“All you can eat, allergy accommodating dining hall that puts it's students first. The staff is really welcoming and always says hello. You can get everything including pasta, the wok station, salad, fruit, soup, burgers and fries, sandwiches, desserts, ice cream, fresh bagels and English muffins, and whatever the hot entree's of the day are. Lackmann is always trying to find new and exciting things for students and loves getting feedback. Overall, a fantastic dining hall on campus!“

“its the best, great way to meet people and talk about your pursuits“

“Today we had a problem with a takeout order at Flaherty's. The order we picked up was inaccurate. We called and the person who answered said to come back in a few minutes. When we returned we were greeted by the manager who offered his apologies for the mishap and offered to give us a free meal for our inconvenience. In summation: A problem resolved! Thank you Flaherty's, see you soon!“

“Great experience for girls night out! We started outside but then when it began to rain we moved inside and the service at both spots was great! Food was delicious, drinks were tasty and loved the atmosphere both outside and inside. Will definitely be back soon!“

“showed up for dinner and they aren't open anymore“

“Visited from out of state and was told I needed to try a plate. Quite the culinary experience! I’ll definitely be back again when I’m in the area.“

“Super friendly staff with amazing food. I appreciated the diverse menu and had the smash burger. It was PERFECT. I wish I lived closer because I’d eat my way through the menu and The Old Stone Tavern would be a regular spot. If you’re a local that hasn’t discovered this gem, run, don’t walk. If you’re just passing through Rochester and want to try a local place with amazing eats, find the nearest exit.“

“Excellent service Friendly staff“

“Food was terrific had the salmon Good job. Also your server Janice was fantastic. Wish I had a quarter of her energy! Great job Janice and great job 110 grill“

“First time at the Erie Grill. Interior is beautiful, as are the views of the canal. Hostess initially did not seat us at the table I requested when making the reservation (table with a view), but was amicable about accommodating us after I asked. Food was excellent. Only complaint was the bartender who was not attentive in attending to our drink order. Our table service/server, however, was excellent. We would return again.“

“Delicious egg nog ice cream! Also love the raspberry/chocolate tarts and s’mores tart! Great customer service and cozy atmosphere!“

“This Applebee's is one of my favorite ones to go too. Everyone was nice my food was very good..its just somethings they promote they didn't have a menu for but did say they would honor it. But other then that great food and prices“

“fantastic!! Highly recommend!!“

“Thank you for letting us Host an event there! Service was wonderful :)“

“We had a table of six, we all enjoyed our food. The portions are generous and the service was excellent!“

“Absolutely love this place! The service and food are always spot on.“

“service five stars food five stars my only compliant is 8.00 for a blue“

“The wait was long due to the busyness, but checking out the merchandise in the shop was very nice and sped up the wait time. The hostesses were very kind and accommodating. Then, with a party of 6, we had the BEST of the BEST server, Latisha! It was a pleasure having her serve us, as she was friendly, always with a smile, efficient, caring, and went above and beyond to make our visit enjoyable! THANK YOU, LATISHA!! Also, the food was excellent!“

“I came to Donnellys with family.I’m visiting From New Jersey . This is a pub that’s worth the trip wonderful atmosphere. The onion rings were the best.“

“Ordered a 10pc buffalo and garlic parm and it was some of the best i ever had no cap ask for jared“

“I had the cocktail, poison fruit, cocomo sushi truffle fries.“

“We Just had breakfast at Sunny’s and besides the fabulous food I have never seen a waitress as attentive, friendly, cheerful, just simply awesome. Heather! Thank you for your excellent service and friendly personality. We will be back!“

“Great food, live music and an awesome staff! Of all the venues in Fairport, I highly recommend this place!“

“My husband and I had an amazing dinner last night! Everything was delicious! Highly recommend if you are in the Rochester area!“

“Just took our 97 yo mom for her birthday. Neglected to get our servers name, had cute southern accent. She was so super sweet to mom, and great to all of us. Her anticipation was spot on. Made mom feel special with a surprise birthday cake slice, all dolled up. Thank you Fireside.“

“Not only was my food HUGE and delicious, but both waitresses were extremely attentive to my young children and our entire table. The plates are my favorite in town! We will definitely be returning! Thanks Colleen and Savannah!“

“Crab cakes, all CRAB, the best crab cakes I have had. Most of the time it's 80% breading....NOT HERE....it was all REAL CRAB!!! FF average, slaw was tasty, just the right amount mayo to sugar to vinegar. Overall cakes were the 🌟 🤩, must try!!!“

“Great food, staff are friendly and we love Trivia Night! Feels like Cheers but in Penfield.“

“I love the food here! It's a nice break from most fast food options around and has some healthy options. I also recently had my one and only issue with an online order (I've made many online orders before), but their management team was really responsive and helped rectify the issue. Overall awesome experience.“