50 Best American Restaurants near Wakefield

“Living in the local area, this place is my 'go to' for an inexpensive meal. Service is great, never had a problem with any of the food (I've been eating here for years), & if you sit at the bar like I do - the locals are very friendly to say the least“

“Excellent food with huge portions and great service! Highly recommended if you're ever in the area. 🥰“

“The coffee shop or Camden’s“

“Johnnycakes! .. just like my mom used to make! And the Cranberry Orange muffin was fantastic!“

“One of the best brisket sandwiches I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to try more of your food. A+“

“Stop #1 on RI FOOD FIGHTS 12th Annual Big Burger Blowout #BestBurgersRI with Carol Stuart after our every other Thursday trip to Boston….Carol orderd a “build your own” with mushrooms, bacon, and cheddar cheese w/sweet potato fries….I opted for the Seasonal Special Big Fig Burger, black Angus beef patty, pesto, Gorgonzola, fig jam, red onion, peppered bacon, all on a brioche bun…w/curly fries…

As an Uber driver, I drop people off and pick them up from this place a lot when I’m down in Narragansett driving and I’ve always wanted to come here…Thank you, RI Food Fights for getting them to join the competition… I’ve heard best burger in South County from many different people! There are more burgers on the menu that I wanna try and I’ll be able to call in and pick up in the future while I’m driving!“

“After a long time away from Phil’s Restaurant, the owner immediately recognized my elderly brother and graciously came over to greet us. It felt so nice that he took time to interact with us and remembered back when my brother was a regular customer. The owner truly made us feel special. As always, the food was delicious. Next time we visit from Texas, we will definitely be coming back here to dine. Thanks for your kindness and hospitality. -Danny’s Brother Frank“

“Just wanted to take a moment to compliment the service we received from Amanda! It was pretty busy, the restaurant was at capacity, and she was fantastic! I appreciate a server who does a great job, and she handled our table with a perfect display of relaxed competence. Well done!“

“Beautiful views of the Narragansett Bay and Newport bridge.“

“We've never been to the Rathskellar (and we are RI'er's) until this summer. We love it!! Everything about it. The service, the food is amazing!! The drinks! The bands out back. The place itself is awesome! We have tickets to so many bands until October. So excited!“

“Highly recommend eating here. Pizza is outstanding! The Italian stallion is next level. Great people. Variety of desserts to choose from. Cozy atmosphere. Fresh ingredients. Simply Delicious!“

“Food is fresh and awesomely prepared. The manager Steve is the BEST! He even made a special trip to deliver their luscious lobster eggs benedict to a senior who doesn't drive and just had to have that dish one morning!“

“We contracted Angles Kitchen to cater the reception following my father's memorial service. I got so many compliments on the food, and I know that several guests sought out John to complement him personally. The service was both professional and warm. We plan on using them again for two events this Summer. Full caveat; they'er a little laid-back, and their were a few times when I got nervous, but in the end...TOTAL professionals (did I mention that the food was prepared on-site?) I give Angels Kitchen my highest recommendation.“

“Food was great, I had the short rib bolognese, it could feed more than 1!! Service was great, and met a few nice people who recommended that ice cream cookie!! Great experience!“

“The fact that the Celestial Cafe folks are still going strong after the many challenges of the last few years is testament to their enduring commitment to producing quality food using locally-sourced ingredients.

One evening a year or two before Covid, about halfway through a five-hour road trip, we stopped in for an early dinner. Things were quiet and we had a chance to chat with Chef Branden Read's mom, who shared the story of how he ended up opening the establishment. To get the whole story, you'll have to stop by at a quiet time and hopefully catch him to hear it first hand, but you should be ready for disappointment, for there aren't that many quiet times these days.

Having been eating here since 2010, I can speak with the perspective of long experience when I say that the food has been consistently excellent -- creative, frequently updated and well-executed. The Baby Back Ribs (a menu staple, thank goodness) are simply superb, just falling off the bone. The cabbages in the slaw and the cucumbers served on top are home pickled, light on the vinegar and delicately sweet. The bread pudding dessert is phenomenal, but with generous portions, perhaps get a helping to go? It's still fantastic the next day, as are the left-over ribs you'll surely be taking home with you.

A hallmark of a good place is staff longevity. Several of the servers have been there at least as long as I've been visiting,

With the fairly recent addition of event space next door and an outstanding bar area, this is one place I wish we could visit more often. Bravo Chef, keep up the good work.“

“What an absolutely wonderful dining spot… and the food was fantastic .. loved the views from the rooftop. Staff was super attentive! Recommend HIGHLY❗️💕“

“Excellent food, amazing, very friendly and attentive staff. We will definitely be back!“

“Time to show some love to this Applebee's.

Their classic bacon cheeseburger, fries, and good ol' Busch beer was a home run. My wifey got the grilled chicken and Cole slaw. We tasted that crisp crunch from the slaw. 5 star also goes to my waitress. Solid work for checking in on us.

If you want to take a trip down the memory lane and eat that American meal after a long day of travel (or hard work), go to this Applebee's.“

“We had a great experience here for my birthday. Drinks were delicious, food was amazing, and the staff were friendly. Will be back for sure!“

“Always a perfect experience! Delicious food. Pleasant, professional, knowledgeable staff and amazing indoor and outdoor atmosphere. Love this place! ❤️“

“Our meal was delicious. My husband and I both had the fish tacos and they were very yummy. They also were not messy to eat. Our waitress was extremely pleasant and the service was great.“

“She's absolutely amazing and describes everything for you . Her food is amazing and delicious 😋 and we can't get enough of it .. I tell everyone about this place and definitely will continue to ... Weve had her Dominican buffet and panini and also the rice bowls .. definitely a variety of foods ... A must try“

“Great waitstaff excellent food, one of the best restaurants in the area I’ve never been disappointed there“

“Awesome Chicken Parm! Huge portions!! Most definitely will be back!“

“My wife and I discovered the Hungry Haven a few weeks ago. We’ve been back four times and haven’t been disappointed yet. The food is great service is great good portions quaint atmosphere, if your hungry and in the area, Hungry Haven is the place.“

“Nice service and good coffee“

“amazing place , the meatball grinder was the best“

“Fantastic Place for an Event or Late Night After Party.
We held a wedding after party at TowerHill on 7/12/25, and was thrilled with event.
Christy the manager, Taylor and Pat our bartenders were outstanding. If you are looking for a place to host a party in southern RI, you need to check THB out.
They will exceed your expectations!“

“A wonderful place for breakfast or lunch. We tried it this morning, amazing homemade hash! Five stars“

“Went to the Coast Guard House for my daughter's birthday a couple of weeks ago. Our server Julie made us feel comfortable like family. She was very attentive taking care of every need we might have. The food was great. I will definitely be back. Hope I get Julie for a server again.“

“Very disappointed. My husband says try again on a weekend day. Went Monday 4pm. Food was terrible. Fish was completely dried out. Shrimp cocktail was slimy and sour. Good service. Lovely view. However won't be back“

“* revised review for Breakfast*

We recently tried the new breakfast menu, and our initial impression is that the menu is certainly ambitious, but some of the menu items We’re a *bit* on the heavy side for breakfast. Nonetheless, it’s certainly a unique experience, which seems to be what they aim for.

I highly recommend trying the breakfast items, but for some it might be a *bit* too fancy...

Attention to detail”.

The stars should speak for themselves, but here is the more in-depth explanation:

It’s absolutely clear that the owners of this establishment invest a profound amount of time and energy into training and MENTORING their staff and holding them to a superb standard of service and of course attention to detail.

The front of the house we staff, from the host or hostess, to the wait staff and the bussers: every single interaction is Matt with professional courtesy and in many cases accommodation. The presentation of the order is always done with precision and accuracy, which I appreciate very much.

The products: whether it’s a quick sandwich for lunch or at dinner spread out over a couple of hours, each plate is prepared again, with intensive care and of course, attention to detail.

I have been coming here since they have open, but I have recently become a regular and I have started coming in here for lunch. I’ve had the opportunity to talk with the bartenders and the various weight staff, and from what I can gather there is a very good relationship between the owners and those whom they employ. Is also clear to me that there is a great deal of time and attention devoted to their training in the maintaining of very high excellent standards of service and conduct and professionalism.

It is with great pleasure that I bestow my highest endorsement professional and dedicated staff here at chophouse grill. I am extremely impressed with the quality of the service and presentation I’m such a finally crafted product, as well as the mentoring that goes into it.

The only true recommendation that I have would be to consider tablecloths for the dinner to “soften” the room/atmosphere. I am usually in there for lunchtime, which is a quick and informal affair. Most of the tables seat four; table cloths would be a nice touch and make the setting that more intimate.

Commendable job folks, extremely well done.

Michael R. Sherman II
History Professor
Johnson and Wales University“

“Beautiful views of the Narragansett Bay and Newport bridge.“

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“Was in town for a week or so and spent a few evening in this place. Coming from Texas, I never know what to expect of the NE, but everyone there was very hospitable and was more than enjoyable. The food is amazing and the drinks are stout! Cheers!“

“Beautiful atmosphere and amazing staff. I have been here a couple times and each time has never failed. I’ve had a handful of different meals and each was cooked to perfection and extremely flavorful. Highly recommend and it has become one of my favorite breakfast or lunch spots.“

“we have been there for their Breakfast, and Dinner. both were superb! the new owner greeted us upon sitting down , took the time to listen to us, and came back after our meal to make sure everything was good. No complaints here! 10 out of 10!!“

“Always responsive, friendly, always going out of their way for special orders.“

“Super nice staff, yummy food, on a deck by the sea. What more can you ask for? Well, for me, I could ask for a vegetarian entre. I chose this restaurant based on an old menu that showed eggplant parmesan. But that was last year’s menu. This year there are none. BUT the cook whipped up pasta primavera for me on request. We had fried pickles, coconut shrimp, beet and arugula salad, the pasta primavera, and a couple of cocktails. All were nicely prepared and delicious. I’ll add photos of the updated menu.“

“Great location and staff. Coffee is awesome as are the baked goods and lunch options. We love visiting Java because it's such a welcoming place to hang out.“

“The food is great and the staff is always friendly!!“

“Change is inevitable, I suppose. I was never a big fan, and now that I'm older I like it even less. SIGH. Sometimes change is good. Unfortunately, I'm a looooooong way from good after revisiting OHT. My apologies for this Swiss cheese of a review, but I hadda pull out the butcher's blade and start chopping!
...replaced with sturdy (and comfortable) wooden Adirondack chairs scattered around the patio accompanied by propane heaters. There are also several high-tops between the outdoor bar and the main building and a small stage near the firepit.
Astute individuals will have (hopefully) noticed there's been some changes made at OHT, and not necessarily for the better. [I've dumped the bits regarding the food 'cause one disappointment shouldn't color your perspective on a place you loved.... but] But I strongly believe that it's the small things that make or break somewhere that falls into the 'I Love This Place' category. And it's the small things that soured OHT for me. First, no more Anchor Porter. Sucks to be me, sigh. Second, the main menu has been trimmed, IMHO severely. Seems to be mostly chicken and barbecue items and burgers. (another sux4me 'cause I Loved the portobello dish and...) Third, and probably the last camel that broke its back due to a straw for me. The portions were smaller AND taste, texture, and technique were on holiday. Look, I am fully cognizant of the difficulties involved in acquiring certain ingredients, however, the food I got belonged under a heat-lamp in some gas, sorry, some 'service' station on the border of Nowheresville, USA. CONSISTENCY is important. If a thing is almost unrecognizable from the exact thing ordered the day before, in every sense applicable, it's highly unlikely I'd order it again.

... good atmosphere, family-friendly, outdoor firepit, supersized Jenga game o/s, as well as cornhole, a putting green, an outdoor bar (open seasonally), free peanuts & popcorn (nix the popcorn, nee Covid), and last but not least, Fairly low prices. Sadly, in the universe we currently find ourselves in, low prices mean that the item served no longer adheres to what your palate remembers. Or your brain remembers, for that matter. What I ordered and what was served was light-years from what I'd been ordering for at least a decade prior to today.“

“Amazing views of Jamestown harbor on a perfect day in June. GIANT sandwiches. Delicious!“

“Great food good people I haven’t had a meal that I’ve been disappointed with“

“Best lobster bisque I think I’ve ever had. Delicious seafood platter too“

“Great place/ dive bar, live music, great food“

“as a guy who likes Narragansett, I will very gladly come here, its fancy and has a nice view of point Judith, I don't know why but food always tastes better near the water. I would definitely take a girl here for dinner. very fair in pricing and very nice looking“

“Nice place to have a drink and and snack. The outside seating is great, and Emily is a very pleasant server.“

“What a fantastic dining experience my family had tonight. Cocktails were superb, my rare tuna tacos were not only the best tacos I’ve ever eaten, it was one of the top 3 meals I’ve ever had. My wife had the rib eye melt which was equally as delicious, and my daughter loved her Mac & cheese and green beans. I started with white chowder which is typically good no matter where you get it in New England, but there’s was excellent. As good as the food was, it was the service from Alexa that made it so memorable. She was friendly and accommodating like any server would or should be, but she went beyond that making us feel like friends and family. Extra kudos to her for being a superstar. All in all, this was a 10+ dining experience even though the best is 5. Back 40 and their sister restaurants are all the best that RI has to offer.“

“Great breakfast only complaint is the home fries tasted like fried clams time to change the oil“