50 Best American Restaurants near El Lago

“I’ve tried a lot of dishes here, and not one has disappointed! The bikini martinis are my fave! Highly recommend this place with a great view accessible by boat or car!“

“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.“

“Wonderful time at this unique place. There is an extensive wine list by glass and by the bottle, and a nice selection of food, from small bites to more substantial small meals. Cute building with lots of character and nice staff. We very much enjoyed it!“

“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.“

“Great dinner, and the wait staff is great especially a waitress named Harper who should be the manager, super Intelligent as well as a total pro at what she is doing for a living. Great personally and a problem solver and super hard working and totally unwilling to compromise the quality of service that Black Bear Dinner is known for. Ronald R Mosher“

“We were celebrating a birthday and Marais never fails to make the celebration a successful one. The food was great, Elk chops were outstanding, service was wonderful and drinks were so good. I would recommend this place for any celebration or just if you want a great meal.“

“Great food and great customer service“

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

“Find this place!!! Came in for the smoke wings Delicious. There hamburger look just as good Next time I’m in Houston area I will be back“

“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. 😋“

“Wonderful service great place.“

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

“Simply the best!!! Best service!“

“Choctaw native chef David Skinner is one of the most exciting culinary masters in the country. Native American food—true American food—is finally getting the artistic consideration it deserves with chef Skinner. Both the experience and the food leaves me in awe every time!“

“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!“

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

“I want to say how AMAZING this place is! I booked a birthday dinner for my boyfriend and the owner called me personally and spoke with me and made sure that she decorated our table personally and even got us a private room (which I had no idea was going to happen)! When we arrived, there were beautiful balloons, candles and a stunning room filled with low lights and music. Her husband even came in to make sure everything was to our liking and the waitress (Chloe) was outstanding! I cannot say how wonderful each and every person was that night and how great the food was as well. We will for sure be regular customers at this restaurant for years to come! Thank you so much to the owners and the staff....You made us feel like royalty! God bless you guys!“

“This Cheddars is definitely my family's and i preferred to go spot over any of the others ! April and Steve has this place structured and in tact with much respect from the staff ! April sticks her neck out for any staff member that screws up just to make sure the customers are satisfied...literally she doesn't miss ! The hospitality is great, Kailyn is always so bubbly and sweet, luv her little energy ! Keep up the good work guys, very much so appreciated 🤗“

“Great sandwhiches, creative menu, large portions.“

“We used the Silver Sycamore to host our daughter’s baby shower. From the start we knew it was the right choice. Krista answered all our questions and went above and beyond making the decor pop for us. The catering staff is also so polite and welcoming. Highly recommended!“

“I can’t say enough great things about our experience with Emily, the bartender at Scotty’s Pub! From the moment we sat down, she made us feel welcomed and genuinely taken care of. Her warm energy and professionalism stood out immediately, and it set the tone for the entire night.

Emily was incredibly attentive without ever being overbearing. She anticipated what we needed before we even asked—whether it was a drink refill, a menu recommendation, or just a friendly check-in. Her knowledge of the drink menu was impressive, and she crafted each cocktail with care and precision. You could tell she takes pride in what she does.

Beyond just the drinks, Emily made the entire experience more enjoyable. She was friendly, personable, and had just the right amount of conversation to make us feel like regulars, even though it was our first time there. She struck that perfect balance of being professional yet approachable.

It’s not often that service truly enhances your night out, but Emily absolutely did. We left feeling like we had just been hosted by a friend rather than just another bartender. If you’re visiting Scotty’s, do yourself a favor and sit with Emily when she’s working—you won’t regret it.

Thank you, Emily, for an unforgettable experience. We’ll definitely be back!“

“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.“

“Food this evening was great! Thais was awesome!👍 She was super nice and provided great service! We will be requesting her service again! Thank you!!🙂“

“We ordered bacon cheeseburger, grilled chicken burger, fish burger, and half & half fried chicken. The burgers were amazing, and the portions were huge! I especially loved the fish burger. The half & half fried chicken was the best - super tender and savory.
The owner is very friendly. A must try and totally worth the visit!“

“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!“

“The food is great The environment is great. The prices are amazing. The owners are the best!“

“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.“

“Me and my Girl went there last night... and it was a blast ... I highly recommend this joint!!! Y'all need to have live music!!! Very awesome place! -Frosty“

“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.“

“Ok so def mixed feelings about here. Pozole, chilaquiles, quesadillas and watermelon lemonade were all literally amazing. No doubt food was on point. Here’s my concerns. No chips until we were sitting there for 20 mins. We also waited 42 mins for our food. Table behind us got the same thing and got their food before us. I went up there and said something and from one server I was told “I don’t know what’s going on”. Then cashier told me “she would check and she didn’t know what was going on”. Cashier was sweet and did try to help. I think they skipped our order and when she went back there that’s when they made it. Food is a 9.5. My drink was a 10. Service is a 2! If we weren’t in such a hurry, it probably wouldn’t have been as big of a deal but because it made us late for a baby shower it definitely was a big deal. I’ll def be back and hopefully the experience will be better.“

“Great food and great service!“

“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 “

“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“

“Our family was in the area, super close to Kema boardwalk and NASA. The Philly cheesteak was eeexcleeent!! The beef was juicy and crispy and the perfect amount of melted cheese. So good

My other favorite were the chicken wings and popcorn shrimp. I saw a lot of people ordering pizzas, will get that next time

Place is spacious with comfortable seating, staff is super friendly“

“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“

“🥰We eat here once or twice weekly. The owner is extremely nice, and the food is very good. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are great. I usually have leftovers.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“We loved our visit to Twin Peaks. A group of us guys were in need of some beer and stopped by Twin Peaks. Genesis was helpful with the lunch menu. She constantly kept checking up on us.“

“Pleasant find! Quaint little bistro open from 7am to 3pm...we had breakfast: fruit waffle was best I've had, breakfast biscuit was tasty too...hashbrowns were a little different but still good. Service was prompt and friendly...we will definitely return!“

“Awesome service & great food“

“Go see Briana P. She is an awesome waitress and will take great care of you!! Food was on point!!“

“Ohhhh Wrap and Roll is my new favorite place! The loxation by Green Tee has 20 claw machines!!! Not only is the food so filling and delicious, but the staff is awesome and friendly, and my son just LOVES coming here for the food plus claw machines! We have a blast every time we go :)!“

“Our fav steakhouse in the League City, TX area. Food, staff & atmosphere are 5-star. We eat there at least 1-2x/month. Collin, restaurant manager, is so kind, personal, welcoming & always jumps in to help when restaurant is busy. You will not be disappointed.“

“Went for the first time on Sunday. Upon entering, we approached the check in/ cashier desk. Wait staff were walking back & forth as we stood & no one said a word. No greeting, not we will be right with you. Not a word! One young lady ( Wish I would have gotten her name) she was sitting right there, preparing serving utensils. She did not say a word as we stood there. I've never felt so uncomfortable, unwelcome, & disregarded! Never! Finally, another wait staff that was helping over at the check out computer, walked over & asked the young lady who was sitting there to assist us! Still, not a word to us! The young lady stood up & with the worse attitude, she asked did we want to sit inside or outside. While I was asking my husband his preference, she rolled her eyes & and rudely asked , " Inside or out!? Again, I wish I had asked her name, but she appeared to be the youngest. Between being disregarded as we walked in & stood, and her attitude, I told my husband I was uncomfortable & wanted to leave! He pushed back & said let's give it a chance beyond this! So we stayed & were seated outside as we preferred. Then comes our waitress! What a pleasant surprise & she turned our experience around! We learned that she had not been there but 3 days or 3 weeks. ( I forget) her name is Amanda & she is pregnant. She's such a pleasant & nice person! We felt badly for sitting outside, because she worked so diligently. It was quite a walk in the heat, because we chose to sit outside on the pier that was a bit of a walk. Again, she was so pleasant & professional! The drinks & food are superb! From the oyster 🦪 appetizers, to the platters! Delicious! Some of the best seafood & side orders, ever! Truly! Drinks are flavorful, delicious, and they aren't stingy or scarce with the liquor. 😆 I would absolutely visit again, but truly afraid of the treatment, unless it's Amanda again“

“Our waitress was fabulous. Food was great , service was fast enjoyed“