50 Best American Restaurants near El Lago

“do not get the pizza. The crust is so hard it could possibly break your teeth used to have the best crust in town but something happened crust is too dense, not fluffy and crisp. The way it used to be.“

“We always enjoy the live music at Chelsea's, especially Mike McCulloch. Their Shepherd's Pie is the second best I've ever had (don't forget that the skillet is very hot!). Why isn't that listed below? I'm told they have a great wine list, and the cakes are to die for!“

“The staff welcomed us with a warm welcome as soon as we opened the door. It was as though we had made it back home. Audrie is very knowledgeable about the menu and quick to serve (one of the best servers we had in a long time). The food was hot and very good and the drinks were cold. As far as the prices go we got outta here cheaper than if we had went to a big chain restaurant, the prices are very reasonable. Thank You Audrie, we will definitely be back!!!“

“Great place. Service is friendly. Sammy G himself came out and said hello. Food was great. I had the fish sandwich, which was excellent, and the wings were fantastic.“

“Went to Scotty’s with my wife for brunch. The service was great and food was amazing. The Plan B burger was AMAZING. I almost ordered another one. My wife enjoyed the bottomless mimosas and the not a burger biscuits. Definitely will be back and highly recommend.“

“Love the decor and the food was excellent, I’d recommend the chicken fried steak. Was delicious.“

“We're from out of town and wanted to try something new. This place was fantastic. Food was good, service was good and fast. We both really enjoyed the chicken sandwich with coleslaw. Definitely worth a try if you haven't been. The guy who was working was very nice and informative.“

“Absolutely outstanding and the employees are more than friendly and helpful ….. I can’t wait to go back. Best smoked wing ever! Patty Melt was out of this world delish!“

“Yesterday was our first time dining at Main 101. We've been wanting to go for a couple of years, yes years! We are so glad we did. The food was phenomenal & service was great. My only suggestion is to change the decor in the restaurant. The way the food tastes, this deserves to look like a fine dining restaurant. We will be back. *Shrimp scampi is stuff dreams are made of. 😋“

“Amazing brunch food! Friendly staff and a casual atmosphere. Will definitely be going back.“

“Wonderful service great place.“

“The food was excellent but don't save space for a dessert. Eat all your great food because desserts are Only $10 which sounds like a deal but you only get 2 or 3 bites. It is really a shame because the food is great so you would think the desserts would be too!!!! I personally felt a little rushed by the wait staff and the waitress even told us she had another table and had to hurry off.“

“There food is AMAZING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Stopped in for a quick Breakfast and I have to say Randi was absolutely amazing! Hands down the best service. My 3 year old is autistic so we try not to go out to often. She made us feel so welcomed and accommodated him perfectly! I will definitely be coming back to see her! Service was outstanding!“

“This spot is great for a weekend staycation - a truly hidden local gem. The food and service at the Pine Street Cafe was impeccable, and is an added bonus to have onsite when you stay here - and you get breakfast for 2 included with your booking. The Victorian Tulip mini house has been my favorite getaway for a few years now. I love the giant claw foot bath tub and always look forward to a relaxing bubble bath when I stay. It was the perfect spot for a romantic Valentine weekend.“

“Simply the best!!! Best service!“

“Outstanding service with amazing food! The crab dip is superb! The salmon is grilled to perfection. The pan-fried potatoes were crisp, with a soft and savory center. It was perfect! My husband and I will be back!“

“Enjoyed a great meal & drinks at South Shore Grill this past Sunday. Stephanie was an amazing waitress who ensured we were taken care of the whole time. Highly recommend“

“Great sandwhiches, creative menu, large portions.“

“My husband and I had Brunch at The Backyard for the second time recently and it once again did not disappoint. We have definitely made it our new spot! The service is sooo kind and friendly. The food is SOOO amazing. The drinks are fresh and well sized. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owners Chris & Shelby on our first visit. They are definitely what you look for in an establishment. I highly recommend Sunday funday brunch here! Even if you brunch with the family. Great spot! Great people!“

“Great food and great customer service!“

“Wow, the food was superb!! Today was my first time ever dining at First Watch. I am a pancake lover and if you like lemon ricotta pancakes, try these!!. First Watch FM 646, in League City!! BTW, Aleydhe is the BEST. Awesome service.“

“What an amazing place to be at! Took the kids and the prices are so good for the portions you get!
Family owned and it literally runs like a fudruckers where there is a toppings bar!
I can't believe i haven't came here sooner.
This will sure be a regular place over other fast food chains.
Top notch all around.
Also they had Asian style foods that I'm eager to try on my way back.

Such a fantastic job with the food ❤️“

“Service is hit and Miss depending on the bartender. The food is some of the best in the area and the kitchen stays open late. The music can be very loud. The patio is very nice and a good place for a cigar or just to lounge and watch a game.“

“booked a birthday party for my son for the ultimate vr experience and was so disappointed when we didn’t have a room as promised and just a table for an hour that we were rushed before the hour was up by our host . overall it was a horrible experience and i was ready to never have a party there again the only reason i will recommend is because the supervisor Lety was super accommodating and apologized and helped us as much as she could and turned our experience around some . so definitely recommend her amazing customer service experience and professionalism 👏 but will not do a birthday party there again most likely 320$ or so down the drain pretty much thanks to the experience prior to meeting lety and her offering some assistance.“

“Great food and kind employees every time we have eaten here.“

“Great breakfast and friendly staff“

“I highly recommend this Café. I ordered to go as I’m leaving state after breakfast, but the girl that helped me carry my drinks out was super sweet. Not being from Texas I was curious about everything on the land and she was very informative (I should’ve gotten her name). I ordered the Sycamore 2s which was 2 pancakes (choice of 1/2 waffle or 2 slices French toast), 2 eggs, and 2 pieces of bacon (choice of sausage also). I got my son an order of French toast, and a friend the brunch burger. Everything was AMAZING. The server mentioned Mondays they have a mimosa special (she told me exactly but I forget it). I like over medium eggs and this is the first place I’ve been that’s gotten my eggs PERFECT the first time around. It’s an adorable little café and there’s a wedding venue in the back. I highly recommend trying their food if you haven’t before. I took photos but it won’t let me add them to my review.“

“The food was wonderful. Everything was cooked perfect. We had fried fish & shrimp. None better! Also pork chops. Grilled perfect. I didn't care for the sweet sauce, but I don't like anything sweet on any meat .Just me. All the sides were really good. Finally a restaurant with good food and service. The waiter was very attentive & nice. Thanks Cheddar's!“

“Food was good but we didn’t like it as much as the old Eculent concept. The warm dishes were served at room temperature which was disappointing. We thought creativity wasn’t the best but the uniqueness of ingredients was definitely there. Expect a 4 hour dinner“

“Old Mother's bar throws open its doors with a warm welcome, offering a friendly atmosphere that's perfect for unwinding and making new friends. Whether you're a local or just passing through, you'll feel right at home. Full Bar, Pool, Slots, and Live “

“We walked into Sudie’s after a funeral, completely unannounced with a large party of 40 people. The management team went above and beyond to accommodate us. Coya, our only waitress, didn’t bat an eye. She was amazing and worked extremely hard to take care of all of us. Thank you, your kindness made all the difference in the world at that moment.“

“I recently hired Gator's Bar and Grill to cater a small private party held on Tiki Island. Gator's owner, Marjorie Morgan was awesome to work with. Her and her team are experts when it comes to catering. I asked for a more upscale menu palate. I know, most think of Gator's as a casual dining experience but Marjorie and Chef Lena delivered exactly what I was thinking. From the initial contact, to the location walk through, the meal prep, table set up and then the meal served, they made it stress free. I asked for a girly salad- a strawberry, walnut spinach with a delicious balsamic vinegar dressing. The main course was grilled 6 oz beef tenderloin filets- grilled on site with a yummy garlic parmesan potatoes with a creamy peppercorn sauce and sauté asparagus. Dessert was a cheesecake mousse. It was all fantastic. Dinner was planned to be served outside with a beautiful setting. Unfortunately, the lovely coastal sea fog rolled in just as Dinner was to be served. Marjorie and her staff quickly switched gears and flawlessly moved main course inside. Our guests were very impressed with how they perfectly executed all of our requests. If you are thinking of catering an event, Marjorie and Chef Lena are who you should call. Don't let her restuarant name fool you into thinking they only do bar food. They were a class act that will rival any high end restuarant. Thanks again, Marjorie, Chef Lena, Corey and Keith. You all made our small event a success“

“The food here is so good! Service is very friendly. Can’t wait to go back 😋“

“Roberta did great last night & I'm sure she can't be at the tables for long but her coming to check on me so many times not just to asks if I needed anything , but conversating with me even for 7 minutes.. she made me smile 😊 that's what I love ❤️ to keep a conversation going no matter how many times she came to the table , my smile never left my face. Beautiful smile, beautiful person she is 🥰 thank you“

“Food is decent. Server didn't have the best attitude. Overall I'm satisfied but I'm not coming back. When customers ask for additional info on food items, don't act like we're bothering you. Act as though it is your pleasure to give that information to us. Good luck. And this is basically a Mexican themed establishment. Not sure why the tag says American restaurant“

“excellent food for breakfast, lunch or dinner 🍽 😋 at a great price. Family owned and operated by super courteous and friendly people.“

“We ordered Thanksgiving dinner for 4 with turkey, dressing, and all the trimmings! Heated it up on Thanksgiving and boy was it good! Nothing dry, and all tasted fresh like someone spent hours in the kitchen. I hope Luby's does this again at Christmas time with a ham! I'll be the first in line to pick up my to go box!“

“The food was really good tonight! Thanks for serving us👍🏼“

“Awesome service & great food“

“We wanted to find a new brunch spot. This was the first time going here. It was pretty good.

The bacon was crispy and that was perfect! There weren’t many options but it was still pretty good. The manager waited on us and was just the right amount of attentive. The entertainer was great!“

“Great place Highly recommend“

“First time visiting this location and it’s just as good as the rest. They were very friendly and welcoming and my food was so delicious! I couldn’t make up my mind whether I wanted the Philly cheesesteak or popcorn shrimp so I had both. They did not disappoint!“

“Hidden gem, a nice hole in the wall. Amazing prices and portions, the quality is through the roof, not greasy at all! Decor inside is lovely, with a nice atmosphere. Pleasant customer service, thank you Daniel for your amazing service
We WILL be regulars“

“Went by for couple of beers and appetizer. Twin Peaks is a MUST place to visit if you are around Webster area. Genesis was by far the nicest and profesional waitress we've ever had.“

“Despite a terrible experience I had at this restaurant from a very horrible waitress with a nasty attitude, the manager, Charlie Bowie really stepped in and took the correct approach necessary to resolve this issue for me and took it in consideration that something like this would never happen again. Based on my conversation with him, he really values customer service. Which makes me want to go back and eat there again in the near future. This is exactly the kind of mindset every managers and business owners should portray and I comment Topwater Grill to have this kind of management. Thanks so much! Definitely planning on going back there again! 😊“

“Amazing food and service. A real gem!!!“