50 Best American Restaurants near Trenton

“I love the waiting staff, they are always so friendly and polite. The food comes out really fast and there is never anything wrong. Emma, Hannah and Lexi are fantastic.Kid-friendliness: The team always listens to my boys talk crazy and interacts with them.“

“The service is alright but for some reason a little awkward and I never got why. The atmosphere kinda sucks but that's alright for the place it's a small restaurant not huge or anything and definitely was worth moving here because I go there all the time to eat with friends or just to get some pretty good grease food. I only order things like fries and chicken and I mean it is REALLY made to order, those things are burning hot and Man are they good.“

“It was busy, but understandably. Parking is always horrid at the location I visited. The food was good! I think for $13 the crown jewel could have a bit more lobster. My vegetarian street tacos were incredibly greasy/oily but overall a good flavor.Vegetarian options: There are two or three decent vegetarian selections aside from a cheese taco or Quesadilla. There are a few options but not many. I do know, as a vegetarian, I hate finding meat in my veggie taco from not cleaning the grill or something of that sort. I have not found this to be the case here. That is well respected.Parking: There is paid parking all around location using meters. There’s also a couple parking garages that many use due to not being able to find parking. We ended up parking in front of the district and walked about 4 blocks to grab our take out and go. It wasn’t a bad walk, just more chilly than desired.Kid-friendliness: There was nothing I noticed that wouldn’t be kid friendly. There were kids right outside waiting and playing as soon of the street was closed for outdoor dining.“

“Very nice little brewery in the heart of the historic district.The service, beer and food were really good. I had the Dunkel and my daughter had a crazy train which she loved.We had the carnitas taco appetizer and they served 2 of them. Enough to share. I would recommend Fretboard Brewing.“

“We enjoyed it! The food was excellent, though not a huge selection. I would describe it as elevated bar food; highly elevated, plus there's Chicken and Waffles on offer! Is this available all day; are there different menus for dinner time? I do not know. Ours was a Sunday noon visit. Of course I went for the C&W. Our waitress, Danielle, asked if I wanted it tossed in the honey hot sauce. It was a very good question and I opted to take it on the side. Way more hot than honey, and I was glad to be able to drizzle and dip. The Waffles were excellent, crispy soft and just sweet enough. The syrup pour was generous. Chicken nice and tender. Phenomenal dish. Danielle, by the way, was one of the best waitresses we've experienced in recent memory. Shout out! My husband had the All American burger and loved it. The fries were special, lightly seasoned (didn't need salt) and pillowy soft inside. The half sour pickles were great! Lots of white tiles makes it very bright inside. Reclaimed wood and iron piping were included in the decor too. It seems kind of small, but when I back to visit the very clean and accessible ladies room, I noticed a much bigger second dining room with its own bar. It was not in operation at the time. I was unhappy that they only offered the extensive bourbon and drink list via a QR code. They should be proud enough of what's on offer to have quality printed lists. They didn't seem to have a problem with this in the past! I saw the photos on Yelp! They also try to steer you to use that for the food menu too but at least those are available in print (but missing a couple items, LOL). It didn't bother me because nothing would've been more appealing than the chicken and waffles. But, it might annoy you. Pro tip 1: the Fancy Sauce is perfect for dipping fries! Pro Tip 2: if you sit at one of the high tops by front window, your table will experience a tremor every time that front door slams closed. Keeping this one on the brunch list for sure.“

“Great food. Hard to choose as so much sounded so good. We got the chicken (huge portion!) and the pasta diablo (server's recommendation). Both were amazing. Our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and inquired about allergies or concerns as we discussed the menu. We will definitely return when we are in Hamilton next“

“Stopped in to visit this restaurant and I thought it was pretty good. I got the Cheddar scallion biscuits And calamari to off, those items were really good. I got the Clyborne Burger which was really tasty! If you are in the area be sure to check out this place. The service was good, the restaurant was clean and up to date. They had a very nice vibe in the restaurant.“

“Very cute restaurant with delicious food! We went for breakfast on a Saturday morning right at 9am. We had a reservation, but probably didn’t need it since we showed up right at 9. It did fill up pretty quickly, but there is a lot of seating in a few different rooms. We loved everything we ordered, and the portions were big. We ordered the short rib skillet-very flavorful and filling, crunchy French toast, eggs Benedict, chicken and waffles, and the down on the farm. I would like to go back to try some other menu items!“

“The Ricotta Cloud 9 Pancakes may actually be heaven manna!!! The best I have had out!The ? mojito is delightful and the green fresh squeezed drink (kale and ginger and some other stuff) and the orange drink too ( i think it's carrots and a lot of other things). The ? cake is AMAZING!!!“

“A great restaurant! We had a large get together (8 couples) in their private room. The wait staff was excellent and well organized. The food was great and very prompt. We were having so much fun we didn't realize we kept the staff past closing time but they didn't even remind us. Highly recommend. Thanks!“

“This is my first time trying turkeysrus the food was great the service was great you can taste all the seasoning in every bite the Mac and cheese was great the greens was amazing the rib tips OMG juicy, tender and fall right off the bone good. I will recommend them to anyone and everyone I know. Mr.BBQ is a great cook Please come try his cooking you won’t regret it at all“

“My partner and I came here for our date night. It was our first time here. First off, you walk in to this super cute and cozy little place. Right now, decorated all nice for Christmas.The food is to die for. We had the Crab Rangoon appetizer. They were so fresh and so creamy, they were addicting. The sauce for them is also sweet and flavorful and pairs so well with them. I also had an egg roll, and it was the freshest most delicious egg roll I’ve ever had. The sauce for it was very yummy and paired well with it. I had the Szechuan Chicken. It was made fresh. It was the perfect amount of spicey. It was absolutely flavorful and delicious. My partner had the Shrimp Lobster sauce entree. He said it was absolutely perfect and delicious. For dessert, we split a piece of pumpkin cheesecake that was topped with peaches and a sauce. The flavors paired so well. It’s delicious.The issue we had was with our server. We don’t know her name. She was a colored woman wearing a bandanna at the time. She seemed polite. However, she didn’t seem to care about taking care of our drink order. She put down water. She never went of soda, teas, juice, or anything. She only went over alcohol. We don’t drink. Therefore she brought our appetizers and even our entrées without bothering to get us drinks. She wasn’t good at making sure the glass of water got refilled either. My partner finally asked about nonalcoholic drinks, and she seemed offended that he asked. Finally got a soda to finish my meal with. We did ask for a virgin pina colada. Ben made it for me, and it was super delicious. I found it very kind of him to take the time to make me a virgin drink when the bar was a little busy.Getting checked out so that we could go home, was a nightmare. It was not horribly busy in there. However, there was a bigger party of people she was way more attentive to. We ended up being there for 2 hours because of her service. We couldn’t get her to bring us the check. We had to finally demand it. She gave it to us, then never came back. I do mean never. Ben was working the bar. He even ended up noticing how long we waited and he finally came over and checked us out himself. This was greatly appreciated.Ben is a very sweet man. He genuinely cares about his guests. His restaurant is amazing. I do highly recommend the place. The food is absolutely great quality. It’s worth the price for sure. The atmosphere is perfect for a date night.I’m not going to let the server experience ruin how awesome this place is. I do have to say tho, the cash tip we left on the table should’ve definitely gone to Ben instead of her.“

“Clean, moderate to slow business. Great service and good food.Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetables, although, some are prepared with meats for flavor.Parking: Big lot.Kid-friendliness: As long as I have gone to Cracker Barrel, it has always been kid friendly. Peg games usually at table.Wheelchair accessibility: Plenty of handicap parking, easy to get around the restaurant part, if you happen to be on crutches or in a wheelchair.“

“Really enjoyed the food on this visit, and the service was mostly great. I liked the relaxed pace. We enjoyed red wine short ribs, pistachio crusted mahi, and surf & turf. There were several other dishes I wanted to try on the large menu. Desserts were also phenomenal. Nice place!“

“Hands down best culver’s in the greater Dayton / Cincinnati area. Mistakenly forgot an item & a simple phone call to the store they were asking for my mailing address to make it right. no hassle whatsoever, 3 days later coupon in mail for the missing item. Thank you for truly being a step above the other fast food joints.“

“Our first visit here we could not have found a more inviting place for breakfast.Wife had French toast which she enjoyed. I had the Western omelette that was cooked perfect. It was a stuffed omelette with more topping on top and the hash browns are crispy and tasty and not overly salty.The biscuit was the real star of my meal. These are never frozen. Never out of a can-biscuits made fresh each day and you will tell that from the first bite you take. No butter needed because the butter is baked right in.Service was great even though they were very crowded. We had to wait slightly longer than normal for a meal but they kept us apprised of the wait and the meal was delivered very hot and fresh off the grill.We will be back and would encourage you to go if you've not been there before.Parking: We parked out back across the street where they have additional parking.“

“Since Mr. Lance has taken over this Waffle House it has been a great. Great service every time I come in to this location. My name is Perry Watley Jr. Excellent service. If order is messed up, they go out there way to make it better. Thank you Lance don’t leave this location.“

“We just ate at Grecian Delight again. The special today was stuffed peppers which made us happy. They were so good. We also got Greek salads that came with a really nice dressing. I'm so tired of sports bar food! This was delicious home cooking! If you want fancy dining this isn't it. It's casual and very very good.“

“Great service, great food, walked in around 750 ish dined with the family. They closed at 9 and still let us in. I initially ordered 2 tender kids meal but was charged for 1 but the boss man was so nice and got me another for no charge. Really appreciate that!“

“My mother lives in Germantown, I live out of town here in Ohio and my sister lives in Florida. My mother needed a little extra care so my sister was up helping from Florida. Long story short, we were in need of a great meal. We saw the menu from the new owners and decided to give it a try. My sister and I got the filet mignon and my mother got the fish and chips. We also got a nice bottle of wine and dessert. Everything was top notch! We loved it. The service was fabulous. I highly recommend it.“

“Food was delicious. Portions were abundant. Everything felt freshly made, specially orange juice. My favorites were breakfast potatoes and smoked sausage. Highly recommended! Service was fast even though it was Saint Patrick's day and the place was packed.“

“Fantastic location! I've been through here once before but figured I should share my positive experience!I got a Chilito w sour cream, a Buffalo Chicken wrap, and a coney. The chillito from here that was so good, it actually tickled my taste buds! Not to mention the absolutely friendly staff.Allison at the drive-thru window was such a pleasure and definitely did NOT forget my crackers or hot sauce. And such a wonderful smile! ❤️Great job to the whole team! I'll definitely be back!“

“First Watch is a staple in our breakfast club rotation. The food and service is always good. Lots of different options and good sized portions. We go at 8:45 to beat the Saturday morning breakfast crowd, and never have to wait. If you go anytime after 9am, there’s usually a wait.“

“It was jumping until one Guy black guy at that was very very drunk and said he would shate the club down ???? and guess what yes he did that and he went to jail bye Hamilton Ohio finesse but other than that we had a good time me and my wife and her sister ????“

“We loved the place, it's family friendly, the sand playground next to the volleyball courts worked out perfect for us! We could watch the kids while playing volleyball.. We shared appetizers, so we tried lots of food, and it was all so good! We were a big table of 12 adults and 6 kids.. Separate checks with no issues, which I understand can be confusing for a server, with people moving around, and walking in and out to play.. We had a blast and left so pleased with the service, ambiance, food! Thank you!! Can't wait to come back!“

“Noisy but we got the backroom by the luck of the draw. Food was normal for a sports bar atmosphere. Nobody complained about the food but I can't remember what I even had a few days ago. It was not memorable but did elevate my glucose. No complaints.“

“This place is such a great place!!! Like I’m not much of a drinker of alcohol or spirits but this place has given me hope! I know it may sound crazy but the employees here n management/owner is phenomenal!!! Really great ppl an has played a major role in helping me change my life. I really love working there n never thought I’d ever have a job I would actually like but by me having this job has given me so much hope, strength an encouragement in my life. I’m learning to not only cook, but to put my heart into my work and to be able to fulfill my purpose in my community of being of service as well.“

“Service was amazing, seated quickly and server was very attentive. I ordered the ribs with fries, it comes with hush puppies. The ribs were fantastic, meat came right off the bone. Fries were good and the hush puppies were really good too. I would definitely go back, a really great place!“

“My wife and I had carryout here this evening and I was shocked. The food was perfect - it was as hot as a carryout order could be. Our order was accurate and on time. My wife had the wings and a bake potato and I had the ribeye and mash potatoes. We both shared an order of brussels sprouts. All food orders were perfect, but the mushrooms could have been a little warmer. It was a curbside order and they came out immediately after I sent a text that I was there, however no other curbside cars were there. Keep up the good work Longhorn! We hope to see you again very soon.“

“We went to have a bite to eat here after I had a long day of work and to our surprise the lobby is closed (can’t dine in) but you can order ToGo’s from a walk up window now. Sad what has come to them having to do this. But food was good as usual!“

“Everything is made fresh on the spot by employees who exhibit great customer service.Amazing burgers and shakes !The burgers are very fresh, not frozen tasting like other restaurants.Fresh toppings, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and lettuce made the burger just right!The shakes are pleasantly filling and delicious. Also made on the spot quickly with our meal.The atmosphere was quiet and comfortable!!Thanks, Wayback Burgers. ☺️As a Cincinnati foodie, I will be returning soon.“

“A neighborhood sports pub with a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a newer, very clean place with a nice full service bar as well as plenty of booths and tables. The walls are lined with televisions tuned to various sporting events. The menu has a variety of sandwiches, pizzas, salads, wings, and appetizers. My favorite is the grilled salmon salad. The service is very good and quick! My wife and I enjoy eating here a couple of times a month and recommend it. We also get carry out here on occasion and have been pleased with the quality.“

“I picked up people there as an Uber driver. I figured I should check it out. It is nice for a small place in a unbecoming little and old strip mall. I particularly like that the bartenders are able to cook food until like 1 am. As an Uber driver, that is huge. The basket of fries looked so good, but I didn't get the chance to order food. But I hope to be able to soon.“

“I did an online order. The young lady that brought out my order was so pleasant and had a beautiful smile. My food was delicious. I got the smoked wings and they are always so good.Parking: Parking was great. I did a pickup and there were signs for curbside with a huge poster size sign with the number to text to let them know I was there.“

“Was looking for a local sports bar to watch the NFL playoffs, Putters was very solid. TV's everywhere, good "sports" environment. Chicken wings were big, cooked very well. Had both the Caribbean Jerk and Parmesan Garlic. Would have liked more sauce, sure we could request that on our next visit. The chicken nachos were outstanding. Good portion size on the fried pickles and drinks were reasonably priced. Good selection of local craft beers. Service was also good! Would definitely go back!“

“I have been going to this Jocko's for years now and have never had a bad experience. The food is always fresh! Lately though, there is a woman who works the evening shift drive through window and her personality is amazing ! She is always very nice and you can tell she leaves her problems at the door and comes to work everyday and goes a hell of a job! I regret I never asked her name, but Jocko's please treat her right ! We need more fast food workers like her.“

“We have been several times and is always fast, friendly service. The food always hits that specific craving for diner style, home cooked breakfast. Highly recommend!Kid-friendliness: Free waffles for straight A's report card, coloring activities for kids too.“

“We had one issue with the food but it was fixed quickly and without issue. Our server was very sweet and accommodating. My 15yr old autistic nephew is picky about his fries and when I explained this and asked for a fry to show him she brought him a few different sizes. The only issue I had with the atmosphere is loud music and loud talkers. Music is great but if you have to yell to be heard over it, turn it down.“

“Foodieez is a culinary gem that truly stands out! From the moment you step in, you're greeted with an ambiance that's both cozy and chic. The menu boasts an impressive array of dishes that cater to every palate, but what truly sets Foodieez apart are their cool drinks. Whether you're in the mood for a refreshing mocktail or a creatively crafted cocktail, they have something for everyone. Each drink is expertly prepared with fresh ingredients, and the presentation is simply impeccable. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and always eager to make recommendations. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a memorable dining experience, Foodieez is the place to be. I can't wait to return and indulge in more of their delightful concoctions!“

“This is my new go-brunch joint. I love, love, loved! my experience here. The Lemon French Toast was heavenly, and the Biscuit sandwich made me want to live there. The prices were fair and the portions huge. I went on the weekend so we did have to wait a little bit for seating, but it wasn't bad. My only real compliment was how loud it was. I had a little bit of difficulty hearing my friend across the table, but that was just due to the number of folks around us. I live on the other side of town and will happily drive to meet a friend here. Absolutely delightful restaurant.“

“Wow. I did not expect this great experience from the parking lot. This place was welcoming and friendly. They had a great menu variety and affordable. The buffalo chicken sandwich was 10/10. The potato skins and wings were also fantastic. We had great service and very quality and quantity of food. So many TVs to watch all the March sports! Thanks for a great experience!!!“

“Was there for an Autism Event. Every one there was just awesome. Staff went above and beyond to be accommodating. My only company would not even be the venue. But the event. Most Autistic people are sensory sensitive, the music was SUPER LOUD. However, earphones was offered. Which I thought was so nice. I greatly appreciated it.“

“My man had to watch the game that night and I wasn't excited to go here at all. BUT, I went and found a nice bartender and that they had food there. Chicken wings were great wit our shots we had. OMG they had Keno, I love that gave! Had so much fun. Went outside to smoke and found out they had Django and even cornhole. Wish they would have more ppl in there always!“

“This is the perfect place for a date night or to even bring the kids. Food is so good every time. The chicken parm is delicious, I get it every time. But I’ve tried the turkey burger and sweet potato fries, sliders, and buffalo chicken sandwich and they were all really good. I recommend getting on open table and booking a reservation if you plan on coming over a weekend.“

“Lady who took our order didn't give us our kid's meal ice cream. When I went back to get it, she said it was because I didn't tell her which one I wanted... She didn't ask and just let us walk away without saying anything. I'm glad we ate in the restaurant! Food tasted great.“

“My husband and I were passing through the area and stopped for breakfast. The staff were clearly having a good time with each other. Smiles and laughs. It was nice to see. They all obviously knew what to do and how to do it. Our service was impeccable. The food was exactly as ordered and good. I definitely recommend it.One note to the staff...you were really enjoying the music, so we didn't ask it to be turned down, but it was very loud. Consider turning it down a bit? Maybe just when there are old fogies sitting by the speaker. ?Parking: There's a bit of a maze to get to the place. It isn't an easy off the highway. You have to enter a mall complex and drive to it. Plenty of parking.“

“I really like this course. It's private so you'll need to join or be with a member and you'll need to tuck your shirt in. 27 holes red, white, blue. Red course is a ball position 9. White course is straighter but elevation/slope changes challenge you. Blue course is also a ball position 9. It's a challenging course, it's not the longest course but the length is offset by the greens. The greens are large, very fast and challenging to putt. The only hint I will give - stay below the hole on approach, sideways or downhill putts can turn into 3 putts quickly.“

“I've built so many memories at Jolly's with my father and now my own kiddo. The food and the atmosphere are second to noneKid-friendliness: I've been going to jolly's since I was a baby and I've always loved it. I now take my 5 year old and she loves it too“

“I have been in the mood for some wings. I don't even eat whole wings but wanted to try them. This is the place. Let me tell you. I ordered 6 WHOLE wings Wednesday that was cooked to perfection. Golden brown, well done, not greasy. I place two 6 piece orders Thursday for lunch. Same perfection, place another order Thursday evening 10 piece. Still perfectly cooked. Friday place 2 more 10 piece whole wings orders. Guess what?? Still PERFECT! Thank the cooks Deontae and Travis! Excellent customer service!“

“Could definitely use some sprucing up. Not a bad place to go hang with friends, drink and play pool. It's a pretty small place. Quiet and just the place to get to know your bartender. However, not really recommended for a fun night out to meet new people and excitement. It's more of an intimate gathering with friends kind of place if you don't want to host the party at your own house.“