18 Best American Restaurants in Bristol

“I would HIGHLY recommend this place. We had a surprise birthday party here and the staff was super amazing. They went above and beyond to make our time here so much fun. From the time we walked in til the time we left. We traveled almost two hours to come here and we definitely will be back. Thank you to each and everyone of the staff for helping us make wonderful memories.“

“I remember eating here they have some of the best soul food. I wonder if they're still open? I know that it says on Google it open at 11:00 a.m. but when I went on Google maps it had an empty storefront as of late last year. I don't know if it's the same place or not.“

“Ryan was great! He was super attentive and friendly. I love that you get croissants instead of bread. I had the grilled chicken pecan salad, delicious. They also had great healthy options for my kids. We struggle to find good options for kids other than pizza, and fried foods. Grilled chicken was great! We sat outside, it could have been a little cleaner and a fan would help with the bugs. But I expect this with outdoor seating. We will definitely be back.“

“My husband, an avid fan of our local IHOP, didn't understand why I was insisting to locate & try Perkins on our road trip. We landed in our seats at 2:30, it took us at least 5 minutes to decide what we wanted to order, my husband craving a smoke asked if he would have time to smoke. Our fantastic hostess assured him he would have time, note we were seated as close as possible to the door. He walked out the door & I glanced at the dessert menu then in a blink, our hot food was on the table before my husband could return! It was 2:40! He was so delighted with how delicious his meal was that I got to say "I TOLD YOU IT WOULD BE WORTH IT" & he definitely agreed. I couldn't believe that I could actually order my BLT on SOURDOUGH bread! The Tomato Basil soup was the best that I've ever tasted! I can't remember the name but I searched out the lowest cal dessert, strawberry cream cheese something & it was mouthwatering. He had the Chicken Fried Steak & said it was the most tender he has ever had & he has ordered it from multiple eateries. Served exactly as he had asked. he had ordered a side of gravy because never before had he gotten enough gravy served on his plate. We had to take the side to go because his plate was perfect! We were both so full that we had to take dessert to go. I can't believe MY HUSBAND actually finished his entire banana nut muffin! Sweets are not his thing so I was expecting at least a bite offered to me. I took a 1/2 dozen pumpkin Muffins to family that had kept out dog & they reported them to also be fantastic. My only complaint was that they are so far from my home! I will be searching for an excuse to get back there a soon as possible!“

“We went to the store at Exit 63 in Kingsport, near Tri-Cities Airport. We were seated right away, but waited 20 or so minutes with out any service. The tables beside us were quickly waited on. They didn't have many tables seated, so not very busy. We got up and left and drove to Exit 7. We were seated right away, the server (Anna) was there in just a couple of minutes to take our order. The kitchen was slow to get our food out for not being very busy. It was all good, hot and tasty. We typically wouldn't drive to Exit 7 but would return if we are in the area, but we are probably done with Exit 63 location.“

“OMGoodness!!! J Frank's has got competition now! Brooklyn Grill & Cafe was so good in all ways! This felt very upscale, for a decent price. The flavors were delicious, the portions were huge, and I mean huge. My filet mignon was bigger than any I've ever seen and for a very reasonable price too! He got the ribeye and he was very happy with the flavor and taste as well.
Everything was cooked to perfection, even the salad was delicious.
The service was top notch. You can really tell, they are aiming for excellence.
We had two steak dinners, with side salads, 2-Yuenglings, and a piece of homemade cheesecake to share, oh so delicious, although wasn't necessary, I'm glad we didn't pass on it.
The entire bill plus tip 25%, was around $150. Very worth it for this upscale of a meal and classy atmosphere. This is the place to celebrate important events for sure.

It is really rather stylish looking inside, with some fun things outside to take pictures with.
Top notch A++“

“My husband purchase a strawberry cake for my birthday. It was the most delicious cake I have ever eaten! Absolutely wonderful!“

“Wonderful owners and staff and the best seafood in this area“

“Absolutely great food and service! Sirloin steak was perfect and could cut with your fork, did not need a knife it was so tender and the best flavor! One of the best steaks ever!!! Baked potato and potato skins were on point! Wife really loved the kicking chicken salad, it was huge! Our waitress Brandi is awesome! She did a fantastic job! The cooks really know what they're doing! The whole place was great, seemed like everyone works great together and gets along great! Only wish the Virginia logans would put the brewski onion sirloin on their menus like the carolina menus!“

“Wonderful waitress did an excellent job“

“10/10 Food was great and customer service was great. Loved the people there when I went 100% recommend going and I will go back when I'm back down that way“

“Good food Reasonable price Nice folks“

“I got the lemon pepper salmon and it was probably the best salmon I’ve ever had in a while. The coleslaw wasn’t that good and the broccoli was too hard for my liking but other than that it was great. The women’s bathroom is clean and the service was awesome we had 10 people and the guy who took our order got everything perfect“

“Chili’s is one of our go-to spots for date night. The staff is consistently friendly and attentive, which makes the experience even more enjoyable.

The food never disappoints. Every dish is packed with bold, satisfying flavors. One of my favorites is the Cajun Chicken Pasta. It is a generous portion, so I usually end up with leftovers to enjoy the next day. We also love the Quesadilla Explosion Salad. It’s loaded with grilled chicken, cheese, corn salsa, tortilla strips, and tangy citrus-balsamic dressing, served with quesadillas on the side. It’s fresh, flavorful, and filling enough to count as a full meal.

We love that no matter what we order, the portions are huge and the food comes out hot and fresh. It’s the kind of place that consistently delivers.“

“Everyone-

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the manager, Scott, at this Buffalo Wild Wings location. Earlier this week, I placed a lunch order for pickup, but unfortunately when I received my food, it wasn’t what I had ordered. Naturally, I was disappointed and tried to call the restaurant. They were understandably busy, but eventually I was able to connect with Scott.

From the moment we spoke, he was kind, professional, and willing to listen. I explained the situation, and he immediately apologized and worked with me to find a solution. He took down my correct order, asked me to give him a 30-minute heads-up before coming by, and assured me the food would be made fresh.

When I arrived, the staff greeted me with sincere apologies, and Scott personally came out to ensure everything was correct this time. He went above and beyond to make things right, showing respect, professionalism, and genuine care for both the customer experience and the restaurant’s reputation.

Thanks to Scott, what started as a frustrating situation turned into a positive experience. He truly turned it around and showed me why I’ll remain a loyal customer. If you’re looking for great food, outstanding customer service, and a manager who genuinely cares, I highly recommend visiting this location. You won’t be disappointed. Thanks!

Travis-“

“I gave this place 3-stars a couple years ago. They've come a long way!
We stopped for breakfast on Sunday. We were seated quickly, waited upon promptly by Beth, and served great food. I had eggs Benedict and forgot to ask for extra hollandaise sauce (because it can be overcooked and dry), but it was perfect! We all enjoyed our food. Beth was very attentive and efficient. The icing on the cake... I used the restroom and 2 employees were at the sinks with lather up to their forearms chatting. They left with very cleansed hands! (I recently left another cafe where the waitress came out of a smelly stall, waved her hands under a dribble of cold water and wiped them on her shirt as she exited!)
5-Stars IHop... Everyone is doing a great job!“

“Food was cold,chicken was hard and tough like yesterday’s left over. Ice creams machine was out of order, no pizza on empty tray. It was a bad experience for my wife and I.“