17 Best American Restaurants in Shawnee

“From the moment we walked through the door, I would have to say that our experience at this Chili’s location was the most pleasant visit that my husband and I have *EVER* had in a restaurant. No lies, hands down. We were greeted with genuine professionalism and courtesy from every team member we encountered, start to finish. Our service professional was Davin, and he was sublime! He was professional, funny and patient, never “forgot” about us or was too busy for us - which I thought was pretty amazing, considering that every single table in the restaurant was occupied. We received our orders quickly and everything was so well cooked - my husband’s pasta was al dente and my steak and broccoli were perfection. It may seem odd to gush about a Chili’s, but friends, I could not be more sincere. When I looked around, I noticed that the staff were all smiling, moving with purpose, and seemed to be very happy to be a part of this team - communicating with each other on the floor and performing their duties with pride and a fluidity I haven’t seen before. This Shawnee location is special - a well oiled machine and a completely cohesive team! Chili’s is our favorite restaurant and we’ve been to many - but we have *never* had service OR food at the level that this store and staff provided for us.

Thanks to Kitty and her crew for being the best of the best!!!! It was an amazing experience!“

“Sheena was very helpful, the food was AWESOME, first time visiting, we willbe back, and pass on attributes!!“

“Wonderful staff, great service and tasty food 🥘 my favorite pancakes for sure 🙌“

“Thank you .Amber you are a kind human and a great server.you are appreciated .The manager even came by the table to ask how our food was.Blueberry mule was yuuuummy!

Vegetarian options: The black bean burger isn’t on the menu but if you ask they will make it for you.Its really good.They will even sprinkle a chopped black bean patty on some nachos for me if I ask.“

“best snow cones (and prices) around!“

“Didn't really expect much but, this food and the people are unmatched in a Casino outside Vegas or Reno. We had Eggs Benedict and All American Breakfast with two sides of the Roasted Brussel Sprouts. Everything was phenomenal. Zach was our server and was such a pleasurable young man to us. We will be back soon.“

“Great food and great camaraderie amongst other people“

“exceptional service and food. Highly recommend.“

“Fast friendly service, great food, affordable prices. Incredible breakfast and the best burgers in town.“

“Tonight was our first time trying this restaurant. We ordered the food to be take out and I went inside to pick it up. The staff was friendly. We ordered the shrimp pasta and then the lobster and steak dinner with baked potato and French fries. I had the pasta, it was full of shrimp that were cooked perfectly. The pasta was also hot and fresh. The sauce wasn’t super flavorful but I would get it again. My fiancé liked his steak and lobster, but they forgot the butter.“

“They have the best ribs and brisket prices are really good too! Always friendly staff!“

“bike night was great! Definitely recommend“

“I recently stopped by the Grandstand Sports Bar & Grill and grabbed an open seat at the bar, where I was warmly welcomed by Cassandra, the bartender. From the moment I sat down, her hospitality stood out—polite, attentive, and genuinely accommodating. As fellow military veterans, we shared a brief moment of camaraderie when she thanked me for my service, a gesture that added a personal touch to the experience.

I ordered a Yuengling and decided to try the alligator bites with a side of fries. The bar wasn’t crowded during my visit, which made for a relaxed atmosphere and allowed Cassandra to be consistently friendly and attentive without missing a beat.

Within ten minutes, my food arrived hot and fresh. The alligator bites were a standout—crispy on the outside, with big, juicy pieces inside, seasoned to perfection. The dipping sauce that accompanied them was flavorful and complemented the dish beautifully. The fries were equally satisfying: golden, crispy, and just the right canvas for a dash of salt and pepper. I enjoyed every bite and didn’t leave a crumb behind.

If you're looking for a laid-back spot with great service and unexpectedly delicious bites, I highly recommend grabbing a seat at the bar and ordering the alligator. It’s a bold choice that pays off, and Cassandra’s warm presence!“

“I was starving. The kind of starving that makes your stomach cry. I wasn’t sure where to go, but the food court caught my eye. Looking at the menu for Mexican, I realized what could satiate my hunger. A burrito. I got one with chicken, beans, rice, and of course veggies. One bite and I was in Heaven. I’m not really a burrito person, but it was actually really yummy !!! The people are also quite pleasant. The lady who took my order was very sweet and elegant and the young man who made my burrito did an excellent job. Impressed with the Grand Casino’s food court. Will be coming back!!“

“They had only scheduled one server, one hostess, and the kitchen staff to work. They did the best they could, but the restaurant was busy. Our server was trying to take care of so many tables. I was impressed she was able to check on us as much as she did, so the 5 stars for service and atmosphere are because of her. The food was good, no problems. Obviously, I would recommend staffing another server for a Thursday evening.“

“We were a party of 14. We were seated in a timely manner, Our waitress, Frankie, was amazing. She was so professional and so nice. The food was really good. Thank you, for making our dining experience awesome.“