50 Best American Restaurants near Willowick

“We recently visited Peties after a hiatus (I moved out of the area 9 years ago). The food was still as delicious as ever! A great brunch with a waffle covered in strawberries, home fries, and coffee. Service was attentive and food was delivered quickly. The decor was updated but the layout was still the same. TVs playing TBS which had episodes of Seinfeld and also listed as a Pokestop (for any Pokémon Go players). The restaurant is consistently busy but never seems crowded. Definitely recommend for those in and around the area.“

“Italian food at its best! Long surviving family owned restaurant with generous portions of tasty well prepared offerings. Any chicken dish is superb…piccata, Marsala, parmigiana, genovese…ummm. Outstanding thin crusted gluten free pizza made spectacular with mozzarella cheese (mushroom & sausage added). Incredible steak salad. Wonderful Merlot house wine. Tasty bread rolls. Fabulous Italian wedding soup. Wonderful servers and staff. And earn reward points to apply to a future meal. And the take-out Family Packs are a fantastic price with an abundance of food. We love this place, truly love it!“

“Went for a birthday dinner and I am happy she chose this place. This place was so good. A 5-star experience that I did not expect. Because of the location you would think it was just an average restaurant but this place is offering a fine dining experience. I loved my cocktail it was perfectly made. I ordered the crab cakes for an appetizer they weren't bad but they weren't great either. My entree was as seafood pasta. It was a little pricy but for the portion size and quality it was definitely worth it.i I will definitely go there again.“

“Pancakes the size of my head with fresh blueberries, and the staff seem to be close and know their customers. A little hectic on a Saturday morning with a ton of pickup orders but plenty of seating. Also a lot of really cool artwork on the walls.“

“Kailey was a breath of fresh air in the after math of 1 of the worst two (2) week periods my significant other have every had. With that, we decided & prayed to have a good evening wherever we go. God led us to Smokey Bones & it’s clear the reason was because we needed her + her energy! She accepted us with open arms, a warm personal, and a sense of connection to us that we never experienced with a server as a couple. All the stresses & worriers of the world went away during our time with Kailey! Thank God for her & the fact that your organization hired her. Please share the we will be forever grateful our time with & the opportunity for our fresh start to be reignited from her being simply awesome. We will be back to visit her & the rest of your wonderful team at the Mentor Smokey Bones!“

“Best breakfast or lunch in an always busy diner environment! The staff actually cares about your experience and makes it fun. Now they take credit cards as well, so go get in line and enjoy the whole "Eat at Joe's" experience“

“I stopped by JT's this morning for some breakfast. I was seated right away and poured a cup of coffee before I could ask for it. The staff is friendly and what you would expect from a busy restaurant. I ordered the sausage gravy and biscuits with a side of scrambled eggs. My food came out really quick. Everything was freshly prepared and nice and hot. The sausage gravy was good, but not as comparable as to the good stuff you get down south where I grew up . The restaurant was decorated nicely not that's really important to me. This is a great family run restaurant and I highly recommend that you stop by and enjoy a leisurely breakfast.“

“A very vast selection to choose from drink and food wise. Great prices, awesome food. The place was absolutely packed wall to wall and service wasn't lacking. Our table had the Mardi Gras omelette, Chicken and Waffles and the Crab Cake Eggs Benedict. No complaints, super tasty! Definitely my new favorite brunch spot! For the people who complain about waiting, you can simply join the wait-list online. It takes 10 seconds to fill out and submit. We had zero wait upon arrival because we utilized the wait-list.“

“Have been coming to Tommy's for decades and never been disappointed. The food is always delicious and exactly the way I remember. The place has a great vibe with excellent service, plants everywhere and funky mellow oldies playing. Love Tommy's! Please don't ever change a thing!“

“Went there for my daughter's birthday. Enjoyed a great evening. Her food came out a bit late and though we were enjoying our time, they went out of their way to make it better - they bought a round of drinks, took her dinner off the tab and gave her a "Borgata" snow cap. In addition they had the whole place sing "Happy Birthday". Couldn't have had a better time or a better group of people running the place. Can't wait to go back.“

“It’s always a fun time at The Fairmount! Food and drinks are delicious. I would recommend if you’re coming with a group to call ahead and make a reservation as the place is pretty much always packed in the evenings.We’ve done multiple times and they have both indoor and outdoor dining. The patio is very nice and dog friendly.“

“Been here a handful of times over the past year. Mainly for their golf simulator. They have 2 bays. Super spacious there with a couple TVs. The cost of the simulator was only $20/hr on a Wednesday afternoon, took my 4 year old! It was great time to spend with her and hang for a bit. Played here with buddies in the past too, and just on my own dialing in my clubs. Never crowded during the week. And again, the cost of a bay during the week is about $25! CANNOT beat that!The bar itself is rather huge. LOTS of TVs, sportsbook, etc. Solid draught lineup always. Their bartenders and staff might be some of the nicest people. Always enjoyable convo and just super pleasant folks.I have ate here a few times and its pretty standard bar food. Nothing fancy, but a solid meal nevertheless!If you are thinking of going here...do it! You wont be disappointed. Book a bay online before you go and hit some balls while you drink and eat!Kid-friendliness: They threw on some cartoons for my 4 year old while he hit some golf balls. Didn't even ask! Solid stuff.“

“Nice place with good atmosphere. We've eaten there multiple times and we once had a small event there. They were kind enough to reserve an area for our event. The food is good and the service is good. I just wish they they still included their house pickles with every meal, but they will still include some if you ask.“

“My husband saw Rise and Dine featured on New Day Cleveland. And even though it's almost an hour drive from us. He still wanted to try it. It has a very cozy diner vibe and every employee was super welcoming. We were on a mission to try their fried onion rings and fried mushrooms. My husband got the Turkey Rueben and I ordered the Mile High Club. That name is no joke! The club is huge and delicious. I could barely finish half of it. The Turkey Rueben was every bit as good. And the onion rings and fried mushrooms were legendary!!! Even better than at the fair!!! We will for sure make the trip out to Rise and Dine again!!!!“

“Had the BEST experience here!!!! Server Alison was exceptional: hospitable, funny, knowledgeable, and so patient with us. Food was ourstanding and came out super quick, the Barbera d’Asti wine was to die for, definitely will be back and requesting Alison!!!!!“

“First time getting food from Trader Jack's and it was amazing! I got the Big Jack which is a double stack burger very similar to a Bob's Big Boy, BUT BETTER IN EVERY WAY. It's like a Big Boy for adults. Everything about it was perfect, especially the sauce. Fries were excellent as well. Staff was friendly and efficient. I will definitely be ordering from here again!“

“Very good food, locally owned. Owned. Not a chain. Pleasant atmosphere. In a quaint downtown area.Parking: There's some on street parking but most of the parking is behind the shopping center and also across the street of the behind the shopping center lot“

“We were tired and hungry when we stopped in at the end of the breakfast hour, but we were welcomed and served a great fresh meal with perfect eggs (I'm picky) and the best bacon we've ever had (my fiancé grew up on a farm where his family raised hogs, and he was so impressed, he had to find out where the restaurant purchased its bacon). We received fantastic service and enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere of this neighborhood place that we stumbled upon in our travels. We only wish we had a Yours Truly in our hometown.“

“The specials all sounded really good. I got a pineapple margarita, fried onion with fried breaded green beans in a citrus soy glaze, general tso breaded chicken sandwich and onion rings with a killer horseradish dipping sauce. Everything was great. Service was busy and working on closing the kitchen so they were a little distracted but still very friendly. Definitely recommend trying this place.“

“Food here is really good with an extensive menu and large portions. The hamburgers are thick and made how you like it. If you like fish, you have to try their dish named, "the uncommon," because it is breaded with just the right amount and fills the plate. It's light and fluffy, comes with vegetables or fries, and cole slaw. Staff is pretty friendly and prices are reasonable.“

“Rated 4 stars because we had called for a large party reservation and then were told in arrival they did not take reservations which was delivered with attitude and rudeness from the gentleman at the host stand. Never had this problem before but he was sooo rude. If you have a large party go somewhere else.“

“I had looked up this place because I wanted to go somewhere nice, and I can say that it was great. There was live trivia going on which was pretty cool and we thought that the pizza sizes were going to be small, but to our surprise, they were actually pretty big. So, we were able to take some home. Our waiter, I think his name was Pat, was absolutely great. 10 out of 10, would recommend.“

“Went here with my girlfriend. Have been here several times before. An issue we had this time that never was an issue before is that the gravy that came with the biscuits and gravy breakfast was runny instead of being thick. It did not look very appetizing. The Works is my go to and usually comes out well. The pomegranate brunch drink is amazing! Would definitely recommend.“

“Went for my birthday lunch, the food is always solid. I enjoyed the French Onion soup and the chopped salad. My mom got the salmon and she remarked on how great the salmon was, we can see why it's a top seller. The broccoli was very well seasoned and the Heavenly Biscuits never disappoint. All of the staff was very friendly and they gave me a surprise ice cream sundae for my birthday. It was a great experience, we'll be back!“

“Stong enough for a meat eater. PH balanced for a vegetarian. Everything is great here from the seating, drinks, food, and staff. This is a shining example of balance between pro and anti meat eaters should expect.Vegetarian options: Great options. Don't hesitate to go here.“

“I discovered Rudy's Pub to be a charming establishment with its own unique character, and I can't wait to visit again. The food my son and I ordered was excellent, and the service was top-notch. I especially enjoyed the karaoke session , who made me feel right at home. If you're seeking a night out filled with fun and surrounded by good-hearted people, Rudy's Pub is the place to be! I'll definitely be returning.“

“We loved this small, dimly-lite restaurant and cocktail bar.Vegetarian options: This is a steak and seafood restaurant with a limited variety of vegetarian side dishes, but those vegetable sides were delicious. Our carnivore friends were equally impressed with our generous and tasty vegetarian sides.“

“If you're looking for the cozy, coffee shop of bars, this is your place. The drinks are fantastic, AND the atmosphere is the real jewel here. This place feels like home away from home. Offering a warm, inviting space for conversation or reflection year-round and a cute, little patio great for enjoying another's company or doing a little people watching in the warmer months, The Whiskey Bar does not disappoint. Oh, and you'll often be pleasantly surprised by some live music or snacks that will only brighten an already wonderful time!“

“Phenomenal fish fry...and don't need to experience it just during Lent! The grouper sandwich and batter dipped filet is available all the time. And with tater tots and slaw, it doesn't get much better! Hoppin' busy Friday night.“

“Our first time and it was wonderful! We stopped with our kiddos for a late lunch after some Sunday skyzone fun. It was also during football playoffs and we had never been so we weren't sure what to expect! ALL the servers were so friendly, everyone worked as a team to deliver a fantastic experience and great food! When we left our server told our kids to have a great week at school. I just thought that was so sweet. I can safely recommend this place for family fun as well as a great spot to belly up and watch Sunday football! A healthy blend! We'll definitely be going back and highly recommend!“

“Visiting from SC. Stopped after a long drive. I had the French onion soup and cheesy garlic bread. Both were good. My husband had the Chicken sandwich. He was not a fan. It was just an ok sandwich. Chicken did Not have any flavor. Slaw was okay.Wait staff was friendly. Fast service. Atmosphere was food. I thought it was a little pricey.“

“Ordered the “big guy”. They are known for 4th best burger in town. Well…. I’m thinking how, the 1/3 patty was not seasoned, special sauce was not as tangy and left the burger pretty plain.Thumbs up on the fresh cut fries, add malt vinegar and they pop with flavor. Would recommend as they are a dive in bar and have a great selection of spirits.“

“The best pizza in this area!! We tried many pizzas in different restaurants but my boyfriend and I agreed that Abo's pizza was the best. Their crust/dough was so good and had an excellent flavor. It was relatively thin but could hold the toppings. We had one of their specialty pizzas, Mediterranean, together with a Caesar salad. Large pizza was more than enough to share for two people. Service was good, prices were reasonable but we thought $10 for a piece of cheese cake was a bit steep. Anyways, we will go back there for sure.Update:We went back & ordered Calamari, Margarita Pizza (BEST) , Linguine with Calamari, & Gnocchi. Ordering a bottle of wine for three of us worked perfectly ?“

“Awesome. Servers ran around like chickens with their heads removed. They were friendly and delivered crab after crab. This is the real deal, the crab was fresh not over cooked and delicious, the redskin potatoes were the bomb. I can't wait to go back and feel guilty telling others about this secret¡“

“Definitely a fun place to watch sports with a lot of TVs! Consistent food with many choices. Overstuffed sandwiches have been my favorite since the 90's! Great outdoor patio! Only reason I didn't give a 5 star, is the newer staff could be a little more friendly! Old staff they had for several years was the best! Unfortunately Covid caused that with most of the food establishments. Still a great place to frequent!“

“This was my 1st time here. First Watch was super busy, so we were in luck seeing this next door without a wait. We were seated right away.We started with an appetizer of meatballs. The meatballs are normal in size. Not like some places that give you ginormous ones. Fine! It's 3 of them, and they come in a small cast iron skillet, swimming in marina sauce, covered in ricotta and some other cheeses, along with several pieces of garlic bread on the side. I'm picky about marina sauce. I don't like it chunky. This 1 was perfect. The right mix of flavor and not chunky. These meatballs were very, very good. I was very impressed. The bread was great, too. You can own my heart with good bread ? ?We both ordered burgers ? If you follow me, you know I like a good burger and a good steak. I got the original cheeseburger with bacon added, and my son got the double stack smash burger. My burger was so thick. I tried my best to eat half. It was delicious ? No complaints ? The burger gods are pleased.The fries were ok. Basic, regular fries ? Not bad, but definitely won't be the reason you return. I'll return because I'm sure there is more I would like to try in the future.“

“Nice little Bar that has been in business for 32 years. Clean and comfortable. This past St. Patrick's Day, the line was out the door for their corned beef sandwiches. I hear their food is pretty good. Will check out the mushroom swiss burger soon.“

“It’s a cozy sports bar in a lively area of town. The food is great, and at a decent price. Th staff are pleasant and inviting, plus you’ll often find the owner himself working alongside the staff. It may not be the flashiest, but I can’t think of many places as welcoming as this!“

“What a wonderful experience. We were actually in route to eat somewhere else nearby but it looked to be way too crowded. While driving around I notice The Gateway Diner and decided to try it.Wow. The food was great. The environment was great. The service was fantastic.This will definitely be a new breakfast and lunch spot for us.“

“The staff is always kind, quick and patient, we always get seated in one minute or less, I get the toast, eggs and sausage and it always comes out in around 9 minutes. Relatively quick for a restaurant, I also say the chocolate milk has usually been an 8/10! It is usually crowded but that's not for no reason! Best breakfast in Wickliffe/willowick.Kid-friendliness: Great options for children, they also don't mind if any kids bring toys in.“

“Our first time here, we weren't sure what to expect. Local bar atmosphere but everyone was so friendly, even the other patrons. My Porch burger was excellent and prices very reasonable. Bonus, they are dog friendly! We'll be back.“

“Wow. The French Onion soup was delicious. I also had the Tavern Burger which was fabulous. My husband had the beef melt sandwich and said it was delicious. My side of Mac and cheese was also delicious. There was an upcharge for this side but it was worth it. We'll be back.“

“So I did have a negative review up at first but I decided to take it down as they contacted me to make it right. And boy did they ever. They are remaking my order and I am just so happy to get to try the food for the first time again.! The owner is super super kind. And I will update this review after i go in to try once again. But she really does seem to pride herself in her business and seems to genuinely care about her customers.! 5 stars after my conversation with her. Kelsey you rock.! Thank you so much for offering to make this right❤️❤️“

“The wife and I eat here often. We feel the price compared to what you get is extremely reasonable. We tend to stick with what we like, but I haven't had anything that I wouldn't eat again. I love the beer cheese pretzels. Half priced apps during happy hour is a very nice bonus as well.Parking: Parking in front is somewhat limited, but there are more spots off to the side within easy under a minute walking distance.“

“We have visited three times since their remodel. All three times were a delight.. Same attentive and friendly staff with a cooler more adult vibe. The bar area is ultra modern and looks well stocked. We had breakfast so did not have bar drinks. Generous portions, lots of breakfast options and tasty cooking. Still great for families but you would feel right stopping after work at the bar with co-workers too. Also great for a week night date. Nice ambience with no pressure and reasonable prices! Try the Killit Skillet for sure.“

“Great food, friendly environment, quick service..can’t ask for much more from a restaurant…A girl named Amanda helped us and she was phenomenal! The restaurant overall seemed to have a great flow and team…will definitely be returning!Vegetarian options: Lots of options,Dietary restrictions: Lots of options for everyone!Parking: Easy parkingKid-friendliness: Gave my kid a free appetizerWheelchair accessibility: Very accommodating!“

“My husband and I stopped here around noon on a Tuesday and there was no wait for a table. We had never been, and wanted to try it. Our server was friendly, but must have had a large section because it took her a while to get to us to take our orders. I got the salad bar and the battered fish dinner. It was just okay. The fish is like frozen fillets that were fried, and were greasy with some parts that had a weird texture. The French fries were standard, the green beans were literally canned green beans microwaved and put in a bowl (no butter, no salt or seasoning), and the salad bar was sub par. They have a very basic selection, and the soups were nothing fancy. I do not recommend getting the salad bar only for your meal, it's not very substantial. My husband got the breakfast, biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage patties, home fries. He said it was good, but the server forgot to bring him his sausage patty and instead he got extra gravy. We asked her for the patty and instead she came back with the roll I was supposed to get with my dinner. She did finally bring the sausage but my husband was waiting for 5-10 minutes to eat the rest of his breakfast. I felt like tables around us got more attention, and it wasn't like there was a wait for tables. There were empty ones around us. I would try it again, but would get something different, maybe breakfast. It's not anything to scream about, but is an option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!“

“This is a nice spot to go grab a cup of joe and they have a nice selection of desserts too. I like the jumbo chocolate chip cookies and the brownies they offer. Atmosphere was very clean and the service is very friendly. I visited in May. It was nice to relax outside and enjoy a cool breeze while eating my cookies.“

“Chicken Ranch makes one of the best chicken sandwiches on the East Side! I eat chicken nearly every day but I had never tried their food before so, after doing a little shopping, I stopped by to grab an early dinner on a busy Sunday. I wanted to try both their crispy and grilled options so I ordered the Slider Box, which contains two small sandwiches (choose between crispy or grilled), pickles, lettuce, and herb mayo. I'm not a mayo person and should have substituted it out for one of their other sauces, but I didn't think of it in time. The box also comes with a reasonable amount of crinkle fries. Everything is cooked fresh so my order took 10 minutes to make before I took it home to enjoy. Fortunately, I don't live far away so I was able to dig in while the food was hot! As for the food? These sliders were so CUTE! They were tiny little versioms of the massive mains you can order. The crispy chicken sandwich was amazing although the grilled version was no slouch. The brioche bun was buttery and light and the veggies were fresh. The fries were basic but rounded out my meal. I think $16 for it all is a little high though - $13 would be a bit more reasonable. Now that I know what I prefer, I absolutely plan on coming back and getting one of their much-hyped Nashville hot chicken sandwiches!!“

“First and foremost, I wish I had gotten a picture of the hot dogs because they looked awesome! Second, the gentleman was fantastic. I couldn't decide between the Hawaiin Dog or the Breakfast Dog, and I didn't feel rushed. I know it's Mentor Mall, but the atmosphere this section gives off feels great. They offer free refills, no matter which soft drink you get. These aren't just "hot dogs," these are soooo worth the money!!! The wait wasn't long for the food either, maybe 5 minutes tops. I'm definitely going back.“