50 Best American Restaurants near Colgate

“decent food. Friendly wait staff. Maybe 3.5 out of 5 stars for me. Only thing that I thought was odd is that you have to wait until your whole party has arrived before they will seat you. It's not a Bartolotta's restaurant, it's a bar. Only 4 of us looking for a regular 4 top table. They wouldn't seat us until the remaining 2 showed up. There were 11 open tables. The place was not packed. I thought that was strange.“

“Ambiance, service, and food.. all amazing! Some of the best food I have ever had. The white truffle mushroom risotto was hands down the best risotto I have ever had! The carrot cake was something out of heaven! Parkside 23, you didn’t disappoint. It’s so nice to go out and actually have a good meal and good service. Rare find! Will be back for more“

“My first experience here was great, the bartenders were friendly and fun, the food was cooked perfect and tasted just as good as it looked (I forgot to take pics and just dug right in) will definitely be back!!“

“great place staff is very nice and place is very clean, i so come back again for sure.“

“Sarah N. was a wonderful server! She was friendly, smiling and accommodating even though the restaurant was super busy. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience!“

“Word can’t describe what amazing place this is, from menu, to food, to employment, to ownership to all should get a 5 star plus. The minute you walk through to door you feel so welcome. I was there with a group of 8 and everyone had nothing but amazing things to say. Keep being amazing!“

“Awsume smoked BBQ on menu !! Huge beer selection plenty of parking room Great music and entertainment outside“

“Friday night in Wisconsin ... fish fry! We were happily seated immediately by the friendly hostess. We started off with the cheese curd appetizer and a round of drinks. Moving along to dinner, one of us had the all-you-can eat fish and chicken, another had the Salmon special, and lastly, someone had the Jerk Chicken Bowl. We all enjoyed our meals, and our service from Rhionnon was exceptional. Thank you for a good meal. We'll be back!“

“Great food, wonderful service and very clean place. Highly recommend!!“

“I had ate here tonight for the first time as we are from out of town. I am SO glad we found the 5 O’clock club. First, our server Melissa was amazing. Even though she was busy, she gave us the back story on the restaurant which made the experience that much better! How the OG Grandma Mary’s great grandson is now the chef, HOW COOL!! now for the food, I saw duck wings with a cherry sauce for an appetizer and immediately new I wanted to try them and I’m so glad I did. Probably a new favorite! Then I ordered salmon for dinner which was cooked perfectly and not to mention the French onion soup was to die for! We had 3 people at our table, everyone loved their food. Thank you all for a wonderful experience!! If I’m ever in the area, I will be back!!“

“First time here. Took a long bike ride with some friend and we were hungry for some ice cream.

Food:
When we first entered it didn't look like they had much in the way of ice cream. They had lot of different choices including cones, sundaes, and shakes. We ended up getting a couple of Turtle Sundaes, a PB Lovers Sundae and Pumpkin Shake. Took a few minutes, and had it delivered to the table. All of them were excellent. They looked great, had plenty of fillings, nice whip cream, and the cherry on top. It looked like it was made with care.

Service:
Not exactly sure, but I think the person waiting on us was the owner. Super friendly and helpful. Did a good job of explaining the different sundaes. Delivered the food to the table with a sense of urgency (don't want the whip cream to melt).

Atmosphere:
The place is part of a larger strip mall like building. It's on the end, and has an outside area with tables. It was a little cool, so we opted to sit inside. Big tables for groups of 4. Big windows with lots of natural light coming through. There were seveal other tables there, and people were having friendly conversations. The noise level was good.

Glad we stopped. We hear they have good burgers, so we will need to try those next time.“

“Very nice cafe.Our server Katie was amazing and very prompt.The food was very delish!!!!Each time we come here we try to order something different,every time the food is great.No Complaints!!!!Attached is a picture of the skillet called Italian my husband ordered, 10 out of 10“

“Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food. The wait staff was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be coming back and it was great place to take our grown daughter for her birthday.“

“Hot House is truly in a league of its own. From the moment you walk in, it’s clear that this place isn’t just about the food or the ambiance—it’s about an experience that’s truly elevated by their exceptional hospitality. The staff goes above and beyond in every possible way. I was blown away by how accommodating they were, anticipating my needs before I even had to ask. It’s rare to find a team so in sync, and it speaks volumes about the strong culture they’ve cultivated here. Every interaction, no matter how small, was met with genuine warmth and attentiveness. They’re not just serving customers; they’re creating lasting, meaningful connections. It’s refreshing to see a business so tuned in to the needs of its guests. Clearly, Hot House knows the importance of putting people first, and it shows in every detail. The standard they set for hospitality should be the benchmark for the industry. An absolute must-visit!“

“Great Atmosphere, Great Food, Great service, 5 stars all around.“

“The crispiest golden brown hashbrowns and perfectly browned corned beef hash! Giant servings! Great value for the corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, sourdough toast, and hashbrowns-my all time fav!!!:)“

“Had a great visit with fiancé, we were shopping and the menu and reviews looked great. Will definitely return!“

“The best service you could ask for., delicious food and great drinks.“

“Went out of our way home to stop at Machine shed for the third time while on vacation last fall. ❣️❣️“

“Family friendly. Good food great service.“

“We had a great time tonight. The food was excellent and the service was awesome. Ladies night was a huge success.“

“Our very favorite place for breakfast. Food is always fast, good, hot, a quantity that’s filling, and at a more than fair price. The owner is the cook, the help he hires is attentive & friendly. The place holds 40 people max and still (as a rule) provides the same excellence. You won’t be disappointed.“

“I ordered rigatoni pasta with a grilled pork ribeye steak. I say the pasta noodles could have been cooked a little longer. Other than that, it was good. But that pork ribeye steak was amazing. I don't know if it was the little cup of butter, the pork steak itself, or the combo of both. I would recommend that grilled pork ribeye steak.“

“Everything was fantastic! The food was excellent, and the service was fast and very friendly. We got our meal remarkably fast considering how busy the restaurant was. The view of the lake made our meal even more enjoyable. I would recommend the Copper Dock to anyone looking for a nice dining experience.“

“A warm ,relaxing atmosphere with outstanding service! I had the prime rib and my wife had the chicken Madeira, both excellent 5 stars !“

“Came for a Friday fish fry, arrived around 6 PM, parking lot quite full but there were several open tables and were seated right away. Service was great, fish fry was good, only down side was the applesauce served with the potato pancakes, no flavor, if they would add some cinnamon, that would make it better. Overall very good experience.“

“Amazing food, amazing staff! Love Lauren!!“

“Great Food for a great price good service very attentive super clean restaurant treat clean restrooms very friendly people take your family there. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Great food and excellent service. Nice atmosphere too. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!“

“I bought a gift card and didn't get the value basket coupon. I reached out to Culver's and received a phone call from the manager. I went to Culver's and Jakob, at the register was very nice and helpful. The customer service was awesome!!!“

“I went two nights in a row and the chicken bowl and fish fry are both must-tries! I highly recommend visiting this place, regardless of your age. Put your phone down and enjoy the company around you. Bring cash and soak in the fun vibes! I’ll definitely be back soon!“

“I picked up an order and realized when I got home that my daughter’s burger was missing. I called the restaurant and was greeted by a girl named Maddison who was sincerely apologetic and assisted me well. She gave multiple option on what she could do but I ultimately chose to come in and have it be made fresh. Great customer service but wish I didn’t have to go back in the first place. Look throught your order before leaving here!“

“I stopped in for lunch today at Billy Ho's and had a great experience.
I had a chance to meet Billy while I was there — really nice guy who clearly takes pride in what he does.
Since I missed out on a Reuben on St. Patrick’s Day, I went with Billy’s Famous Reuben and added a side of tots. The sandwich was exactly what I was hoping for and the tots rounded it out well.
Billy Ho’s has been around since 2007 and feels like one of those local spots that has built a loyal following over the years. It’s tucked under the American Legion, so it can be easy to miss if you’re not looking for it.
The menu has a good variety with burgers, sandwiches, fish fry, pizza, and I’ve heard their wings are something you shouldn’t skip.
If you’re looking for a solid lunch spot in Pewaukee, WI, this is definitely worth stopping in for.“

“A bowling alley with a sizable bar area and decent bar food. Service can be slow at times however the bar tenders are friendly. Karaoke on Friday nights pulls in a crowd, and is entertaining most times. There is a enclosed outdoor smoking lounge area that has heat and seating which is a nice feature if you are a smoker. Overall a comfortable place to relax and have a few drinks.“

“Linda our waitress was the best at our mother's day brunch. We always had refills before we even asked. She made me feel so special on my day. Even more than my kids, lol. Please give her a raise.“

“This place is by far the best food I ever had. The service was fast, food was great and as soon as you walk in you are greeted by the most friendly people you will ever meet. 10/10 in my book.“

“Would like to see breakfast served all day! The food was good.“

“Great food, great staff... love going here!“

“Food is very good. Great fish fry’s and pizza. Amazing wings. Fun bartenders too“

“Amazing lunch & it’s my sons favorite place in pewaukee - he lives 5 minutes away ❤️“

“The chicken dinner was definitely a winner. Waitress was on point. It was our first visit, will definitely return!“

“The food was awesome great atmosphere!! Was happy we found it after turning down 3 others places to eat!! Would visit again if we come threw that town again!!“

“Guess who is back Feb 20th? Yup, Ebert and Grass! Enjoy the great food and tappers while we perform for this great Establishment!“

“I went there with my boyfriend for a date night on Friday and everything was amazing from the service to the food.. we will definitely be coming back!“

“Amazing place amazing food and amazing people“

“Stopped in for lunch and was glad I did. Friendly service from the jump—felt like a place where everyone knows each other, but newcomers are still welcome. Locals at the bar, couple of regulars playing games in the corner, and the staff chatting like it’s just another day in paradise.

It’s not quite a dive bar, but has that same laid-back, no-BS charm. Heard good things about the steak sandwich—can confirm it lives up to the hype. Solid lunch spot with a comfortable vibe, decent menu, and just enough grit to keep it real.“

“I love buzdums they have the best food and bartenders anywhere.......“

“Great atmosphere, great food (ALL THE PASTAS, Yes Please!!), and great people (especially the staff!!)!! Only go here if you want to have great time!! And by the way the short bartender is amazing!! 🤩“

“Hardworking and enjoyable people own and operate this renovated, neighborhood bar-restaurant, JUST West of 124th and North. Good comfort food and great Irish decor.“

“Jackson Culver’s is simply the best! ❤️ Even though we no longer live in Jackson, we still go to this location whenever we have a Culver’s craving! It’s the cleanest + most friendly location we’ve been to. We are regulars at this location and have gotten to know everyone there over the years and just simply love it!😍“