50 Best American Restaurants near Sussex

“I would like to give appreciation to the staff working at the Sussex location at 1pm today. I come to this location pretty often, maybe a bit too much lol and they always get everything 100% correct and have fantastic service. Today they went above and beyond. I usually order my drink with no ice and today I forgot to ask and they did it. I’m not sure if this was even intentional or not, but love them for that. If there’s any type of reward or something that even I can do to show my appreciation I would love to know! Thanks so much as always!!!!!“

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

“They don't have prices on the menu for everything. It says MP which stands for Market Price. You have to ask the server what the price is, then they have to look it up to get you the answer. Seems like a waste of time to make a decision on what your going to eat. I had the fish fry which had a price and it was good.“

“Fabulous dynamic experience. Every single person working there was upbeat, pleasant, truly a joy to work with. We were greeted enthusiastically, and I felt like we were the only customers in their full diner. I enjoyed the food-tried the Elvis burger—I’ll get it again. It was a wonderful experience.“

“The food is amazing! Incredible flavors. Excellent service l. Tasty cocktails. Casual yet elegant atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

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

“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!!“

“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“

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

“12/18/25 First time back since new owners and it was fantastic! Our waitress Eva told us it was a brand new chef that cooked our steaks and they were excellent! Cooked to perfection and the tastiest filet and NY pepper/garlic strip ever! Superb 5 star service (ask for EVA!) Wonderful cozy atmosphere, and watching the turkey and deer right outside the window was amazing! Going back to try the fishfry!“

“I live on the far south east corner of Milwaukee County, and I am always on the lookout for a great burger. I was fortunate enough to stumble upon Sweet Dreams in Hartford, I have made the drive five times since finding this hamburger stand earlier in the summer, the burgers are that good. And the best news, last time we were there we were told they are planing on being open this winter. If you’re looking for a great burger, amazing fall colors a great staff to take your order. I can’t recommend Sweet Dreams enough.“

“Liena was an amazing server and gave genuine reviews of our questions regarding multiple menu items. She had an awesome energy from start to finish and was super accommodating to all our request. Would definitely request her as our server on our next visit.“

“This place is a gem! So glad my husband, kids and I stopped here during our trip to Wisconsin Dells. The food is amazing, great portion sizes, a the restaurant is cute and clean. Also, the manager, Alex, and the staff are super kind! Highly recommend this place.“

“Great place Friendly service, wonderful owners.“

“Wonderful brunch experience with friends-food was delicious“

“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!!“

“Family friendly. Good food great service.“

“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!!!:)“

“Wonderful gem in Brookfield, off the beaten path. Perfect location, close enough to metro area,but far enough away to give it a friendly neighborhood bar feel. Staff are friendly, efficient and professional. Had a small get together there and it turned into a bigger party than expected. I was impressed by how the waiting staff were able to accommodate us and make everything work out, very impromptu ! The food is exceptional and priced reasonably. NOT UNDERSTAFFED, so the service is very prompt and effective. Friendly atmosphere 🤗“

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

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

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

“great food ..service and fun environment!!!“

“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.“

“😃Great place to eat. Good service.“

“We had a great breakfast! The breakfast sandwich was great and had a perfect mixture, I’m still thinking about it! It is a classic diner, not the biggest seating area and the tables definitely are showing some wear and tear, but the food is good.“

“This is by far the best Culver's we've been to. Everyone is always so friendly, especially Heather working the drive thru. Friendly employees like her shouldn't be taken for granted, they are what makes your restaurant stand out above the rest! Food is always fresh!“

“There's not many places I say this about but don't leave all bad reviews. This Culvers and everyone Ive been to is always the friendliest people and great food. I travel for work and have been to a lot of locations and my main go to for something quick!“

“Awesome customer service and was very much patient, I rarely see customer service like this nowadays, she was very informative about the app and the deals that come with it, the only weird thing was the guy that put our food out for me to get LADIES BEWARE AND ALWAYS WATCH YOUR SURROUNDINGS…….. but overall it was nice excluding the cook incident……..“

“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!!!“

“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.“

“Found this place on maps. First visit and now a HUGE fan. I love a good gyro, and thats why I went. I was amazed at the price and size of the gyro combo. Good portion of everything (gyro, fries, and bottomless soda) for under $12. The tzatziki was exceptional IMO. Very thick and good flavor. You will not be able to pour or squeeze this on - it's like a solid. Clean and very friendly atmosphere. Order at counter with service to your table. Great crispy pita, very good shaved meat, tomatoes were fresh, and a good potion of onion. And no lettuce! I hate when a place puts lettuce on a gyro! Cannot wait to go back. FYI, the cup of dipping cheese for fries was only another dollar.“

“My family and I went here for the first time last week for our daughter’s birthday breakfast. The host greeted us with such a lovely smile and seated us in the best both! (In my opinion) The host briefly chatted with my daughter about their nails, which added to the homey and welcoming atmosphere. Our server Katie was just as amazing! She was so accommodating! My daughter was uncertain about ordering a drink she never had before and Katie was kind enough to bring out a sample before ordering it. Katie gave us the best experience and even went out of her way to take a picture of my daughter and I at their cute photo wall! The food exceeded any expectations we had and was presented beautifully. What a breath of fresh air this place is! We will definitely be back! 100% recommend!“

“Goddess never disappoints! With a new baby I just haven’t been able to frequent as much as I’d like to, but WOW, today they reminded me how subpar my homemade coffee is ? thank you for a lovely dose of self care and relaxation and for remembering me even with the bags under my eyes. You guys are the best! Ezra will be raised a Goddess lover.“

“great food, busy tonight, glad the community is supporting them!❤⚘“

“Juan was the best bartender ever!! Tatum was our server and she was also amazing. They not only provide excellent service but are so engaging and friendly, and went above and beyond to make my friends 25th the best day!“

“My fave breakfast place. I am from Lake Country area and the Brookfield First Watch surpasses any breakfast in this area, in my opinion. Always consistent. Get the market fresh veg omelette. Fantastic“

“My 7 yo daughter and I stopped in today grab some lunch for the first time. Our server was Christina and she was simply amazing! We never had to request for a refill and she made sure we had everything we needed. She offered helpful suggestions, too. Children's menu was great with lots of options and the menu has lots of variety as well. I did get the Artichoke dip which was the best I've had. 10/10 and we'll stop again when we're in the area.“

“Food and custard are ALWAYS ALWAYS GREAT! And they employ my favorite guy! 😃“

“I was at the Culver’s in Waukesha on Grandview this last Friday evening, it was very busy. I was immediately impressed by the amount of staff that was there ready to serve. This was a young staff, and they were attentive, professional, and proactive in reaching out to customers to see if they had been helped or needed anything. A woman returned with an error in her order, and she was taken care of right away in such a kind and courtesy manner. I believe the associate who helped her was named Jade? Kudos to this Culver’s for providing so many employment opportunities, what appears to be a positive work environment, and to this wonderful staff for providing such great customer service!“

“friendly staff, delicious, ambiance“

“I met my current girlfriend at this location 18 years ago, and used to frequent here a lot before moving out of town. We stopped in after a concert in Milwaukee on Saturday and the food was honestly better than I remembered and we had a good conversation with the young man serving. If only Webbs could take root in Madison!“

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

“Whitney is the best server we have had, not only this location but anywhere we have visited. Whitney is kind, understanding, and very attentive. She anticipates the customers needs being quick and efficient in her efforts to please. We appreciate her tremendously. This Pewaukee location has to be the best. Management truly cares about the guests as well as her people.“