50 Best American Restaurants near Fairport Harbor

“Great food, fast delivery and great prices!! Highly recommend“

“Loved our visit, great unique meal. and loved all our selections. Small intimate place with a wonderful menu.“

“Bar tender was awesome“

“Excellent first timer experience! WOW! Great service! Awesome burgers. 😘“

“The owners, staff, food, and drinks are all so awesome!“

“Had a great dinner last night with friends. The prime rib was delicious! The filet was too. Great service and cocktails too.“

“Not only do they have great food, the customer service is top notch! There was an error on our order and they went above and beyond to correct it. Highly recommend!“

“They are in the old Puritan Bakery building. Nice decor, great breakfast choices. I grew up around here and its nice to see the building reused like this. My wife and I came in town to visit my sister's and brother for Christmas. I'm a breakfast kind of guy and they hit all the right spots for me. Great menu choices. I had their southwest chorizo skillet with 2 eggs over easy cooked to perfection. Put this on your must go to list. We will be back next time we are in town. Excellent friendly service. Lots of regulars popping in and out, said hello to by name by the waitress.“

“Where do I start ? Came for dinner Wednesday night and then came for dinner Thursday again. That should say something . I’m beyond impressed by the Staff and the establishment, it beyond exceeded my expectations. We have a lot of fine dining in the Poconos region with some higher end restaurants and this place exceeded them. The quality of the food is superior. Take a look at some of the pics of the food we ordered. Ended up meeting Sean the head chef and impressed how he runs his kitchen , everything goes with the flow . Make sure you make a reservation :) we ended up not making one and we got seated over looking the kitchen and it was the best place. You see all the action. Can’t wait to come back from Poconos. Maciej & Justin Macs Wholesales“

“great ambiance, superior food!“

“Food is great, we found this on google, best find! Breakfast is reasonably priced, service is good.“

“Food is good, however in the past they along with other restaurants showed appreciation for Veterans by offering a complimentary meal to the Veteran(s) on Veterans Day. They don't do that anymore. Now its a complimentary ice cream desert and a gift card for an appetizer for your next visit. Don't come here Veterans... dont come here on Veterans Day. Go to Outback or Applebee's where you can actually feel appreciated the one day out of the year.“

“This was my first visit to Campola's.
Al had taken my reservation and also welcomed us warmly when our party of five arrived. Turns out that he also made our food and helped to serve it with smiles. Our table on the patio was set and ready for us when we arrived, and water was brought immediately without asking, as were extra napkins. Our waitress was attentive and pleasant. Each of us chose a different type of food, and all of us thought that what we had was delicious...from the pepperoni roll appetizer, to pizza, to a cheesesteak sandwich, to pasta dishes, and cannoli for dessert. One friend gave me a taste of one of her meatballs, and it was so tender and tasty...I think I'll have to come back for a pasta dish with those meatballs! When we were nearing the end of our meal, a very nice gentleman arrived and sang and played nice songs on guitar. He was not too loud so that we could still socialize together. It was a very relaxing and enjoyable evening. Thank you, Campola's!“

“Concord Family Restaurant is an absolute gem in Painesville, Ohio ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted like family. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and genuinely seems to care about their customers. The food is consistently delicious — real comfort food with generous portions at very reasonable prices. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you really can’t go wrong. The restaurant is always clean, cozy, and welcoming, making it a perfect spot for families, friends, or even a solo meal. Service is quick, coffee is always topped off, and they’re great with kids and larger groups too. If you’re in the Painesville/Concord area and want a great meal with even better service, Concord Family Restaurant is a must-visit. Highly recommended!“

“the Burek is amazing! I love the cheesecake they have.“

“My wife and I very much enjoyed every aspect of our evening at Austin's. Every interaction was pleasant and from the door to the table. Our server gave a wonderful description of unique options on the menu and was clearly very knowledgeable of everything Austin's had to offer. The wait time on our meals was extremely reasonable, and our cups never ran empty. The food was absolutely top quality and left us both wanting to try more on the menu. We both look forward to our next visit.“

“Long time customer from when they took over the yesterdays restaurant. Years ago it was much better. The spaghetti was really a bolognese sauce that was AMAZING and would have been a $20 plate in other restaurants. That was 20 years ago. When they went to a marinara I asked why? And the owner told me no one would order it with the name bolognese lol. And they wanted a simple marinara sauce. Oh well. The rest of the menu started to suffer some when they started to open more restaurants. They started to not give a dinner roll when they use too, less stuff on a simple side salad. Saving a penny here and there. I know others that feel the same way. Mary's is still a good place. Fast service, always seem friendly lol. But it use to be very very good. Breakfasts are always great. Not much to change there. But some things show the cut backs to seemingly fund more restaurant. We use to go far more often then now. But we still go, and still happy with everything. But if you are a long term customer you saw the changes. Scale of 5 stars I would have gave it a solid 5 before. And I am a TOUGH grader on things as you can tell. Now about a 3.75. Service 4.75 Price 4.50 Food 3.00 I place a heavier value on the food as it is the real reason people go to a restaurant. TO EAT. Madison and Geneva is better to have them for sure. But we have so few good restaurants. What we need is a good deli. Not sure why but everything is pizza or fast foods or Italian. I would suggest a couple new things on the menu. Thank you for your contribution to our community. Tom“

“We started coming when the Mentor store first opened we’ve been here every weekend sense. The people and food keep us coming back“

“We had such a great time playing there!! Great crowd and friendly service toward the Pawn Band.“

“Great atmosphere, amazing drink selections, food was good and our waitress Gabby was awesome!“

“This is such a hidden gem at the mall! Omg, I love the fries. They are carnival style and seasoned well. First time, I got the Chicago dog and second time, I got the one with pimento cheese. Is this place super cheap? Nope. They're making homemade fries though and I feel like the hot dogs are pretty tasty! My husband loves their smash burger too!“

“We celebrated a friend’s birthday here. It turned out to be one of the best evenings we’ve had in a while. The atmosphere was cozy yet lively, and we were lucky to get a table near the outdoor firepit—it added the perfect touch for a fall evening. I ordered the Cajun Chicken Pasta, and it was spot on—creamy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The birthday girl loved her steak, and our server even surprised her with a dessert and candle, which made the moment extra special. What I love about this place is how close it is to Little Mountain Dental, my go-to dentist—making it so convenient to turn an appointment day into a dinner outing with friends.“

“S.O.S. was perfect! Staff was very friendly. I'll recommend and I'll be back!“

“Nice little spot off the highway. We stopped for a bite on the way home and were quite happy with the result. It got quieter through the night while there but the atmosphere was great and cleanliness was top notch. There was a lot of options for burgers from your basic to ones with a lot of add-ons. Unlike most places, there was not a ton of salt used evem on the fries and it wasnt overkill on it. Surprising for a burger place. There was a ton of options for beer on tap as well as your usual alcohol options. Our waitress was fairly attentive without being overbearing but was always within earshot to help us. Great place and would definitely go again when back in the area.“

“Haven’t been to JT’s Diner for about two years. Thought we’d give it a try as we remembered it being good at their previous location. We were very disappointed in our breakfasts. My crisp bacon was burnt to a crisp with burnt taste upon first bite. Our home fries used to be excellent “sliced” potato’s, but yesterday came as mush and the scrambled eggs were not even cut….just folded like an omelet. Coffee was good and hot, as in the past. For $20.53 I expected better. Don’t think I would return.“

“Fantastic lunch with a great friend! couldn't decide between a couple items so the waitress suggested their Toofer - basically a soup and sandwich. I got the Seafood Bisque cup and a half Ruben sandwich. Both tasted great and waitress was spot on (there when we needed her and not there when we didn't need her). I'll definitely go back and try other menu options! RECOMMEND!“

“Amazing amazing amazing! One of the best dinners I've ever had. I hope that banana cream pie is a staple. it was heavenly.“

“Thank you so much to Greg & staff for a wonderful Celebration of Life Party for my Mother in law. Staff was friendly & fast & the food was wonderful! I would definitely recommend having a party again at The Stadium!“

“This was the 1st time eating here & won't be the last!!Cafe was packed but only had a short wait & well worth it. Food was delivered fresh & hot, waitress very attentive. All employees were friendly, perfessional & smiling. Even the owner was busting tables & friendly.“

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“A small quiet place with some of the best food you’ll ever have. I absolutely love their hamburgers and fries which are freshly cooked not frozen! The lady with the long dark hair that works there is incredible and always makes you feel special. Also their drink and food prices are very reasonable making this bar/restaurant one of the most affordable in town.“

“My parents took me out for my 57th birthday to celebrate. When we arrived we were seated immediately which was really nice. We had an amazing waitress by the name of Jenna. Service was impeccable our meal was brought out in a timely manner and the food was very delicious.Everything we needed she never had any problem with going to get and I am really grateful and thankful again for the experience that she gave to us being there. We need more waitresses like her that make you feel special in spite of your skin color. Thank you Jenna for making our experience at the roadhouse a good one.“

“Our service Sawyer was absolutely fantastic. Our food came out quick && hot. The portions are huge. The appetizers are enough for a meal itself! We got the pulled pork nachos, chili cheese loaded fries, burnt end tips with Mac n cheese && cornbread. My fiancé got the fish dinner with Mac n cheese and coleslaw. Our entire bill was $68!“

“Cocktails were perfect. We were served by Adam, and he was extremely attentive to our needs, and then some. Great service. Will definitely return again.“

“The owner lets A and B teams play against the C team, Takes the fun away. We’ll have to find a new place to play. To bad since we’ve been playing for 3 years now. Food and service is great.“

“I love this place. The staff is what makes me come here frequently. They are amazing, friendly, and they go above and beyond every single service. Food is made with the utmost love and the drinks are served to satisfy with every sip. RWB is my go to. You all make my day every time I visit. I appreciate all your hard work and dedication to every service. Thank you all!!! We’ll see you again soon!!!“

“Sal the bartender was amazing. The place was lively and fun. Definitely going back.“

“great local bar with friendly bartenders“

“Love Waffle House. Friendly staff. Good food 🥘 Old school charm. Would return.“

“1st time there. Read a lot of good reviews about Sammy’s. Had spaghetti and meatballs. Yes, spaghetti and smeatballs on a Friday! Came with soup and salad and garlic toast which was very good also. Very very busy. Waitresses were husselling at a fast pace but all were very nice and kind and kept a smile on their faces!!! Also took a piece of key lime pie home for later. ? mmmmm soooo good! It’s a smaller mom and pop place, well worth the visit! I definitely will be going back there. ??“

“First time here, came for dinner with my husband. We were very impressed by the service and quality of the food. I’m picky and I loved our meal. Everything was clean and our food came out fast.“

“We had a wonderful customer service experience and we will reward that experience with repeat business. Plus, their food is yummy!“

“Hayden was a fabulous and super sweet server! She mixed up a dipping sauce that went deliciously with my sweet potato fries. Great place to eat at :)“

“Went here for a birthday party—a private affair, if you will. Hulk Hogan had just died. Steve Miller and the J. Geils Band was blasting and the Yuenglings were flowing. The ten TV screens were showing a variety of horse races and the Tour de France (this was in LATE July, so you can’t really blame them). Parking was adequate. This was a pickleball and slide-on shoes crowd, and it was spectacular. Would return for the 60th birthday party if it’s held here.“

“Bands are free and usually my kind of music. Always have a good time.“

“Food true Italian, Great sauce big portions. 2 meatballs with every dish. The only thing I suggest is better bread and butter as the roles were not a fresh as they could be. Italian bread is always a winner. Servers kind kitchen and service slow but they were busy for good reason. I will return. Had lasagna and angel hair. Highly recommend.“

“👍 30 years never a bad meal-prices are now in line with other restaurants... ---no seafood chain can match RL.“

“Love this restaurant.... great prices n food...“

“Excellent service and fresh food! Jack the manager, introduces himself and ensures the customers are happy!“

“Good food,great people,and a nice experience...overall service was decent and I could not think about anything whatsoever to complain about...Everyday real people who just seem to try and make sense out of our Everyday lives...I would say it's a family friendly atmosphere even if dining alone...I would definitely recommend to anyone Thank you for the nice experience“