50 Best American Restaurants near Northwood

“Excellent, excellent excellent!! I haven't been to Frisch's in a very long time and I know the chain is struggling as open times and drive through changes each week. This is a long ago favorite restaurant of mine and I recently moved back to the area after a 30 year absence. I am saddened to see it struggling. But yet stay the good and friendly place of my memories. Food was good, service kind and friendly and facility clean well maintained inside and out. Kudos to all who work hard to obtain this quality.“

“This is a great place to have an event. Good atmosphere, very clean, good food.“

“Great menu selection!!!! Not only great Mexican food!!!!! Wait for it………Wings, chunks & grill food! Very impressed with the staff!“

“The best Bob Evans in the area. They always have the full menu available in the morning (I don’t love breakfast food so it’s awesome to get chicken & mashed potatoes at 8:00am). Getting seated can be slow sometimes but every time I go to other Bob Evans’ in the area I find myself comparing it to this one 😂“

“Ribs and fries tasted like they had been sitting under a heat lamp for a long time. Server disappeared after my food was served for a long time. I had to wait outside the kitchen to get someone's attention to pay my bill when I was ready to go.“

“We went today for our first time for the Sunday brunch special and oh. my. goodness. They had everything you could want. Breakfast included quiche, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, kielbasa and eggs. Also pancakes and Belgian waffles. Brunch had homemade mac n cheesecake which was some of the best ive ever had. Turkey with mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, prime rib, ham. I mean i was literally in heaven. But the star of the show was definitely the turkey and the mac n cheese. Absolutely amazing. This is our new spot forsure ❤️“

“We had a birthday party here with about 30 people. Kim was so helpful and kind with the planning process. On the actually night, all our guests had delicious meals with fast service. Our waitresses were efficient and friendly the whole time. All the food is amazing. I've never had a bad meal here. This has become one of my favorite places to eat downtown. Go visit them, you won't be sorry! Fantastic food!“

“LOVE THIS PLACE, WE GO OUT OF OUR WAY TO GO THERE EVERY YEAR“

“We had Staci that’s always there waitress ? she was excellent. This was the first time here and we loved all The food we ordered and Def will be going back.“

“Eclectic decor in a super cool old building that was the first building in Downtown Toledo to be wired for electricity! Wow we sent our compliments to the chef, everything was absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. They have won awards for their original cocktails and the bartender did not disappoint. Excellent waitress who deserved every penny of her tip. We will be back!“

“Sooooo good! Had the squash soup, broccoli cheese quiche, and the smoked beef poutine. Highly recommend this top notch food for the casual diner. There is a reason they are in the top 5 picks for Toledo.❤️“

“I ordered over the phone, day after the German American fest. The guy was busy but he still knew how to talk to the customer. I figured it was probably the boss. I want to thank that whole family, for keeping good food around. That means more to people than they will let you know. The food is good and the portions make me feel like i got away with something.“

“THE BEST SCRAMBLED EGGS IN THE UNIVERSE LOVE ALL THERE FOOD“

“EVERYTHING!!!! GREAT FOOD& AWESOME STAFF“

“Chef Erika Rapp never disappoints and every visit to this wonderful restaurant reaffirms it as my favorite place for our Anniversary dinner. I look forward to the coconut, chorizo and sweet potato steamed muscles that she has had on the fall menu consistently for the last 5 years. And being Gluten Free the care Chef Erika takes to offer many delicious options, means I can always find the perfect meal. Last night the fish dish was perfection, from the perfectly cooked cod, to the savory and slightly sweet delicata squash puree to the textural elements of the crisp broccolini and the crunch of the pomagranate and pepitas. And the dish paired wonderfully with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. After enjoying a basket of gluten free pop-overs (another favorite treat) and appetizers I was stuffed, but the dish was too delicious to leave even one bite on the plate. Our server Miranda was fabulous. Attentive, friendly, knowledgeable and added so much to our dining experience. I highly reccommend.“

“We always have a good meal at Culver's. Their Butter Burgers are the smashburger type, so I recommend getting a double. Our food is always hot and fresh and their custard is delicious. So smooth and rich. The staff is consistently friendly.“

“THIS is what a diner should be! Quick friendly service, great coffee, and delicious food (without paying an arm and a leg). To top it off, they have a functioning jukebox ? (only accepts dollar bills, btw).

NOTE ‐ they do NOT accept any credit or debit cards. Cash only. Just stop at an ATM first. It's worth it. ?“

“had the Sausage Gravy and Biscuits, Sausage Gravy was Average but the biscuits were from a can. When you can peel layers its from a can. you can do better than that. you could buy a flat of biscuits better than the canned version.“

“I have gotten them three times twice it was really good good amount third time seeing lazy it was done like crap but I guess nobody's perfect you know every time I just go there about once a month it isn't that bad at all people are decent.“

“Great food and the service is fantastic!“

“Great lunch menu. Awesome prices for the amount of food. Cool atmosphere and friendly staff. We will be back.“

“Hands down, my favorite restaurant ever. You just can't go wrong with a Big Boy, with tarter sauce on it, and a side of crispy fries. I have ordered the same thing every time since I was a kid. If I see a Big Boy while out doing things, I make it a point to stop in for a bite. They never disappoint. The service is always fast and friendly, and the prices are right!

Kid-friendliness: Great selections on their kids menu“

“We had a party of 16 today for our holiday lunch and everything was excellent! Everyone ate all of their food. The atmosphere was nice. The table was set up so we could easily converse with each other, and that can be difficult with a large party. I have always enjoyed the garbage salad and it did not disappoint. Will continue to be a customer!“

“Their personal chicken bacon ranch pizza is probably the best chicken bacon ranch pizza I've tasted in years that is what I am having today you normally I get one of their amazing baskets the customer service is beyond words definitely keeps me a regular customer but this pizza is a must buy“

“We visited on a Monday in mid-April 2025 for lunch.

This was a typical zoo restaurant. It's a grab and go. There are prepared foods on the side, both hot and cold. There are customizable stuff behind the counter and made to order. Expect it to be overpriced.

The loaded mac and cheese wasn't bad. The young lady behind the counter was making it for us when an older man (who I assume to be a manager) walked by and told her she was putting TOO much toppings in the mac and cheese so she stopped mid scoop with the bacon.

We got chicken tenders and fries which were both fine. We also got the prepared cobb salad. The lettuce on top looked fine but once we opened it and dug deeper, the lettuce were the harder and thicker stalks and more discolored. We still ate it because we were hungry but it did not look super fresh or maybe the salad sat too long in the back before packing it.

We also got the chocolate pudding and the jello. We all agreed the gummy worms in the chocolate pudding had a weird taste and off putting. The texture was also strange and unfortunately a lot of the flavor had leached into the pudding. The jello however was fine and those gummies were normal.

Condiments you grab on your own, self serve.

Cashier was nice and asked if we had membership, which we did and gave us the additional discount. It's nice when they ask because I forget sometimes with all the craziness going on.

The restaurant it self wasn't packed but there were 4 or 5 other groups in there with us. The place also was very clean and new looking. Not sure when this placed opened or renovated but it was very clean and modern. There are no tables to eat inside so we went outside to find a seat. There were no tables in the Kid's play place or neighborhood area so we walked around to where the hippo statues were to eat.

Even though the zoo website says no outside food, we were never searched and I swear almost EVERYONE we saw at the picnic tables had brought food in. Maybe it was locals who knew vs tourist. You can always leave and eat food in your car but it's just so inconvenient.“

“good prices wonderful 🍕 wonderful service“

“New Year’s Eve started with a bit of confusion regarding my reservation, but after speaking with David, the Food & Beverage Manager, everything was handled extremely well. He was very helpful, listened to our concerns, and made sure they were addressed promptly. His team was excellent, the food was great, and the service was outstanding. Thank you for a wonderful New Year’s Eve“

“This is "my" place to go! Everyone that works there are more than great! The food phenomenal! Try them!“

“Butter burgers! Great fries!“

“Good food. Very generous portions. Freindly and speedy service. GREAT value.“

“We went to Mancys for lunch. It was great. The prices were reasonable. The steak was cooked to perfection and very tender. The Yukon potatoes were very good with the seasoning on the potatoes. Service was very good as well. Try their Lunch.“

“Love ideal hotdog! Best chili Mac hands down! Staff is the best here! Clean place awesome food.Great chili dogs! Great omelets! Great everything. Looking for a classic diner with great food stop in. Been around forever. They need to sell ideal hotdog merch. One of the best restaurants in Toledo.“

“Food and service AMAZING! Onion rings were the best I’d ever had. We got cheeseburgers and chicken bombs, both were soo good! We will be back!“

“Great service..very nice ! Large portion on beef gyro. Greek fries 10/10 with lots of flavor. The small Greek Salad ( added chicken) very filling ! Recommend this place !! The hummus was very flavorful !“

“food is amazing , may seem simple but the taste is far from it ! Great customer service and very clean space! 10/10 recommend !“

“My first time at Yum Yummy and was greeted with such kindness by the owners. The food was delicious and plentiful. Had the sesame chicken and the kung pao chicken along with egg rolls. It was awesome!“

“the service at the bar and service at the table were both top notch.“

“It’s my go to soul food spot the food is always hot and delicious. 🤤“

“We popped in for a quick drink after a family event and the service was quick and friendly!!“

“Good food, good drinks, and great atmosphere“

“A sweet waitress went way above and beyond her duty, My husband, I and our two friends went in to Waters Edge Restaurant, my husband and our friends ordered, I ask if they had milk shakes because I told her I’m having problems swallowing food down, the food won’t go down. She said so sorry we don’t have milk shakes so I just ordered a root beer to drink while everyone ate (it’s ok though) our sweet waitress whipped up milk with ice whip cream and made me a milk shake with whipped cream and chocolate sauce on top. Brought me a big cup. I said oh wow! I love you thank you!! She said it complementary. She made my day how thoughtful and sweet of her to care so much about another person’s problems and health issues. The food looked delicious my husband and our two friends said it was. Thank you! I wish I would have got her name.“

“Moes has been a regular hangout for my family for years. The food and atmosphere are amazing and the prices are budget friendly! During hockey season every time we go to a game we head to Moes first - anytime I mention Moes to my kids (they’re adults now) we all agree let’s go!“

“Third time here — and once again everything is perfect.
The food is cooked just right: not overdone, not undercooked, with great balance of salt and seasoning.
Our waitress was very attentive and friendly, which made the experience even better.
Highly recommend!“

“Chilli dogs all the way with cheese 🧀, fries and onion rings“

“Great food and friendly staff you won't leave hungry but with a box sometimes“

“Great place great food and folks“

“First timers and have to say, definitely a hidden gem! Started with French onion soup and huge, hand battered mushrooms. Long Island Iced Tea was awesome. Crazy Memphis style chicken sandwich with honey barbecue sauce and fries was my son’s choice. Hubby had a basic burger and fries. I chose the patty melt and tater tots. Nice that for those who ordered pop, that a pitcher is brought to the table for refills. Staff is attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back!“

“Great food. Friendly staff. Relaxing atmosphere.“

“Brooke O was a excellent server !! She attended to our needs in checking on our drinks and making sure we were totally satisfied with our food. Please let her know how much we appreciated her great service. Also, the food was excellent and we will be back soon.“