50 Best American Restaurants near Lake Dallas

“Their catfish is really good. The “pieces” are almost filets so be hungry. Great service. Old town cafe experience.“

“Highly recommend Walter’s Tavern. Excellent food with great service. Full bar. Special weekly menu for new rotating/featured items so you are never bored with the menu! Desserts to die for! You won’t be disappointed!“

“Did our wedding catering and 💯 recommend very professional food was amazing 🤩. All our guests loved it.“

“Food and drinks were a great deal. Tasty chicken quesadillas with fresh peco and sour cream $9.99. Long-island was good and plenty of alcohol to feel them. Great place for a quick drink and or lunch. Have only visited the 1 time. But will go back for sure.“

“First time to visit. The black on black sign make the sign on the restaurant a little difficult to read during the day, but it's back-lit at night. Also, the entrance is somewhat hidden, as there isn't a sign, or windows to indicate the entrance, and the doors are painted to match the walls...so look for handles.
However, if you find the restaurant and if you find the entrance (on the side of the building), then you are rewarded with an amazing dining experience. The food, drinks, and service were all fantastic. The crab bisque and the A5 Wagyu steak were perfect!“

“Good food, generously portions, friendly service“

“We just are here for the first time and everything was amazing! The food, the atmosphere, the service, all of it was perfect! Annabelle was our server and she was amazing and attentive! We have a new favorite dining place!“

“We visited Verf's on 9/19/25 and Jose F was our waiter. The food was wonderful, and our waiter Jose did an excellent job checking on us but not becoming annoying by constantly asking if we needed anything. We sat near the bar which was a tad noisy, but the booth we were seated in was uncomfortable and better suited for larger people b/c the table is too far away from the seats. And our table had an uneven wood surface as we cut into our food. Lastly, the $2.50 discount for Police/Fire/Vets should be a little more ... say 15%. Otherwise, it was an outstanding dining experience.“

“Amazing food cocktails and service!!“

“WOW. Almost speechless of how good the food is. Had the muffaletta that comes with homemade chips. LITERALLY THE BEST sandwich I've ever had and I've been lucky to have indulged in good food before. I can't wait to eat here again soon.“

“Great food and always great service. Thanks to Natalia for taking care of us today. Great job!“

“Everyone is always so nice to us and the food is so good. We try and make it there as often as possible.“

“When you say RG burger we’re talking about one of the best burgers in the world
I never dared to order other than mama Mia my favorite fried pickles and onion rings are always on my table every time i go there
Plus prices is extremely reasonable for its portion and freshness best meet and bung quality you can ever have“

“Food was great me and my son really enjoy or time there had the chicken & waffle and the patty melt 🔥🔥🔥. Son had the chicken tenders 🔥🔥🔥 Love it great place be back son“

“My quandary: give Hannah’s the rave review it deserves and risk not being able to get a table on a Saturday night or just pretend we never made it to dinner? Looking for a new restaurant to celebrate our anniversary, my wife made a reservation at this gem in Denton and we were not disappointed. Our table was laid out with rose petals to celebrate the occasion and the staff wished us a Happy Anniversary. The menu had a multitude of items that sounded mouth-watering, so the decision making process was tortuous. We settled on bacon wrapped dates and steamed mussels as appetizers. The dates were moist and the bacon crispy, a perfect bite of sweet and salty. The mussels were perfectly steamed with a delicious broth and the perfect crispy, warm French bread to sop it up. A great start. My wife ordered Beef Cheek stuffed Ravioli, remembering how much she loved the beef cheeks we first ate in Spain. Ground meat in the ravioli topped with a perfect ragu of tomatoes, beef cheek, and vegetables. I am drawn to duck whenever I see it on the menu and the Rosemary smoked Duck Breast was cooked to perfection; crispy skin, juicy meat, and a sun dried cherry pico tart enough to complement its maple syrup glaze. The sliced duck breast was served atop a wild rice and vegetable pancake that was unique and perhaps the star of the dish. Come on, who wouldn’t love pancakes for dinner? A couple glasses of wine with dinner, a slice of award winning carrot cake for desert with an espresso, and exquisite service all evening long made for an ideal anniversary celebration. Thank you to the kitchen staff and everyone in the front of the house and remember to save us a table on Saturday nights. See you soon.“

“Tim was funny and engaging…great service and good choice going!“

“The great atmosphere and amazing staff make this one of my favorite places in Flower Mound!“

“Fantastic food and service. The space is wonderful. Best steak we have ever had, so tender and perfectly cooked.“

“Very Outstanding Service....Food was phenomenal.Daquri was strong and good.Boudin Balls was 🔥“

“Sidewalk Cafe is our favorite place to eat in Denton county. We have not had one thing to complain about, the food, service, and the cleanliness. Sam is great in the kitchen but SUSIE Is the sweetest friendliest owner we have ever met! Very reasonably priced for the amount of food you get. The best pancakes ever! Always have to get a to go box.“

“Celebrating and my mom was there with us“

“Towers is very friendly and has great service. I've been coming for roughly three years now and have not been disappointed. They have a great beer selection which is reasonably priced and great food. Highly recommend!“

“I have been coming to this location for 6 years since I moved to Carrollton. They have the best staff working here. Everytime we have come the hotesses & servers have always been so welcoming, kind, respectful, friendly, accomodating, & offer great food service. The food I've ordered has always been delicious. Emily was our server today & as usual she did not disappoint with the service. Very attentive, friendly, kind, & respectful. Moving out of the area, clear across to the Panhandle of Texas & am sad to not be able to eat here anymore. The city we are moving has a Cotton Patch & hope their service is just as great! Thank you Lewisville Cotton Patch for being a top notch family friendly place for our hungry stomachs. 🙂“

“We were greeting and seated by Nate and served by Nathan. Both young men were pleasant and provided great customer service.\n\nThe atmosphere, food, and service were top notch! We were greeted and seated promptly and well taken care of from entry to exit.“

“Wow! Is there an option for more than 5 stars? The bartender made an absolutely fabulous, one-of-a-kind smoked old fashioned. The steak... I've paid three times the price for a meal with a fraction of the quality of this one. The meat was so tender that my steak knife was purely decorative, and the flavor was out of this world. Au jus or A1 need not apply, this thing was juicy and absolutely perfect. I cannot believe of all the restaurants I've come across in my travels that the Hilton Garden Inn would rank in my top 3, but this was truly fabulous! 12/10! 👏👏“

“Recently, I finished my first 6 sessions at O2 Life. Carrie Padilla (Owner) was amazing to work with. She explains every step and set me up for success completing my first round of O2 Life. I was new to the EWAK process but felt at ease learning how this activity would benefit me in the short and long term. I would highly recommend for anyone wanting to improve their overall physical performance, athletic ability, or just jumping back from a bad Covid-19 spell. Who would have thought having high doses of oxygen could make you feel so good.“

“Limited Time Walleye Dinner. Delicious. Cheese Curds. Culver's Root Beer. Clean. Friendly service. High Quality.“

“Lunch was so yummy and the server, Kevin, was such a delight that we returned to eat dinner the same night and requested he be our server. The menu is expansive and surely anyone can find something to suit their tastes. We both had protein bowls for lunch and the filets for dinner. The protein bowls were so flavorful we didn’t feel like we were eating a healthy meal option. The waffle fries with gringo cheese dip, the macaroni and cheese side dish, and the summer salad are must tries. Everything tasted fresh and homemade including the salad dressing. Nothing was cold, stale or past its eating prime. In brief, eating at 54th Street was a culinary experience and the prices were absolutely reasonable. When in the area again we will definitely eat here again!“

“Although I usually enjoy brunch at the cafe, I was pleasantly surprised to attend the loveliest wedding reception recently. The display of foods and desserts was beautiful. The tables were arranged in two long rows decorated with gold and white place settings. The bridal couple and attendants were elegantly seated at the large booth in the front. We all had the best time.“

“We learned today that the mimosa towers are only seasonal. So we ordered a flight, we received a bottle of champagne on ice with three different juices. The views are beautiful! Kayla K was our server and she was awesome! It was a great weekend brunch!“

“Great view from the patio of the lake. The beers were cold. The Bourbon Glaze Salmon was great. I liked the mash potatoes as a side. The seasonal vegetables were good but too many carrots. Next time I would try a different side. My wife got the burger. The bun was fresh and flavorful but the burger was a bit dry. She did like the ranch dressing that came with the side salad.“

“Great place for lunch or dinner and always fresh. Great friendly service with a smile. This place should be packed but when I stop in it normally does not have many dine-in customers. Have tried them 3 times now and they are consistently good. Highly recommend this place for burgers, onion rings, and cheese steaks. Will be trying the wings soon. Great job!“

“We celebrated my daughter’s bridal shower in the Vintage Room recently. It was so nice! The food was incredible and the room was beautiful. Both Jenn, the owner, and Sara, our event hostess, were a pleasure to work with. If you’re looking for a place to have an event- I highly recommend Sip + Savor!“

“Chef Hector is back and food is amazing!!! Wednesday Pasta Nights are exceptional (kids eat free) and Friday Steak Night's are a meat lovers dream! Haven't tried Brunch yet, but Hector NEVER disappoints, so I trust it is wonderful.“

“Friendly People good food“

“Take this for what it's worth, but I wrote restaurant reviews for a popular publication years ago... yes, a real foodie. These innovative tacos were born, in America but sourced from South America to Mexico with an American comfort food flair that boast a marriage of new exciting flavors with good ole' home cooked preparation. The beer battered cauliflower taco and the barbecue Angus are explosive to the olfactory system. Textures of crunch, creamy, crispy and chewy can be found in every chomp. The fresh herbs and spices culminate and aroma of the highest mountains of Spain while their barbecue is bursting with Texas spitfire. Cuban style Chimichurri, grilled steak, and barbacoa are just a few variations of beef protein. Not crazy about Nikki anything... you're on your own there. The cake is mediocre, but VT is my new guilty pleasure... 3 to 4 days a week.“

“I went to the Cotton Patch Café with my husband tonight and had a really good experience.
I got the chicken fried steak, and it was delicious—crispy, tender, and full of flavor. The mashed potatoes and green beans were great, and the rolls were fresh and warm.
Even though the restaurant was really busy, my server Justina still managed to take care of everything perfectly. She was super nice, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without any delays.
Overall, great food, great service, and a very comfortable atmosphere. We’ll definitely be coming back.“

“Great service and great location , I came in on Tuesday morning this week . For starters I was greeted immediately as I sat down by morgan. She was very helpful with my questions and also entertaining the whole time. The beer is amazingly cold I always get the dirty blonde. The smoked wings are the best with the Cajun dry rub.“

“Ive been to two different Starwood Cafes. The food in both places was quite good. They had the traditional breakfast fare, but the quality was much better than your average breakfast/lunch spot.
The service was friendly even though they were overrun with customers, in a good way!
The footprint of their restaurant that we went to Sunday is a bit small but they make it work!
Looking forward to going back sometime soon, a really good breakfast at a fair price.“

“This was an unexpected stay after a missed airline connection. We arrived around 2am and checked into a very nice room. We haven’t stayed in a Courtyard as new as this— really nice! We had no luggage and were provided with all we needed, toothpaste/toothbrush, razor/shave cream, comb, brush, hairspray. The beds were comfy for our very brief stay. Towels were fluffy, bathroom very sleek, modern. Taxi called for us when we needed it. These weary travelers are very appreciative!“

“Nate was an excellent, friendly, and attentive server and went out of his way to make my birthday special!“

“There are 3 things I love about Korner Café. The first is the wonderful food, next is the waitstaff that pays attention to detail and are very attentive. The last thing is the friendly atmosphere and the other customers. Thanks Korner Café.“

“We ate here today and had a wonderful experience. They were accommodating with the table so we could see the Packers game, patient with our spirited young child, and the food was fantastic. Our waiter was attentive but not overbearing. We’ll for sure be back often!“

“We happened upon here and man are we glad we did, this place is Awesome and you should also. Food, atmosphere, service is the best. Until next time. Thank you The Walter Family“

“Came here after my workout with a few guys from our group and everyone super friendly, food was great“

“Had a fun time with friends at LP! Great food! Husband especially liked the awesome beer selection and his delicious burger! We received great service with Sibley who was a joyful delight and so sweet! We will definitely go again!“

“I absolutely love coming to egg house. Food is always fresh and DELICIOUS. Service is incredible. it’s always consistent too!!!! I’ve never had an “off” visit here or menu items that aren’t good. Everything hits, every single time. Crepes, waffles, pancakes, skillets, eggs Benedict’s. All FIRE.“

“I’m from Miami, land of Cuban Coffee, coladas, and cafe con leche. This place has a whole menu just for coffee and I took a risk. I never drink Starbucks… but Old West is hands and hands above them. We were in Denton for a week visiting family and I had the Crème Brûlée coffee 4X….. first was at out first breakfast, and the rest were pick up orders! It’s SO DELICIOUS! Then, the place is so cozy, but best of all is the food! Generous portions, their hash brown casserole was AMAZING… my kids ate there like they had been starving lol…. I’m def thinking of them back here in Miami!“

“The food and prices are Awesome. The servers are always friendly. Down home cooking. Makes you feel like your at home cooking a big meal for yourself. All my friends and family I have taken Love this place as much as we do. If we could we give this place 10 stars.“